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The 7 Best Herbs for Women's Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Herbs are widely used by people all over the world, mostly by those seeking alternatives or adjuncts to traditional pharmaceuticals. While no one herb will solve every health issue, the research shows that specific chemicals within certain herbs have the...

Avena sativa is one of the best herbs for women's health.

6 Herbs to Enhance Female Libido

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Aphrodisiacs have been used throughout history and many ancient aphrodisiac mixtures are still popular today. When it comes to herbal aphrodisiac supplements, male sexual health products are often the most abundant in supply. Regardless of the focus on male sexual...

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Camu Camu: The Next Great Superfood

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Camu camu (Myrciaria dubia) is a beautiful, fruit-bearing plant native to the flooded areas of the Amazon rainforests. This is a superfruit you should know about! The round, plum-sized fruits contain more vitamin C than oranges and lemons, supporting your...

The camu camu fruit

What Is Candida? Understanding Yeast Imbalance

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Candida is a type of fungus (or, more specifically – yeast) that can cause fungal infections like candidiasis, candidemia, and oral thrush.[1] Dozens of species of candida are known to affect humans and Candida albicans is the most common.[2, 3]...

A microscopic view of a candida. Over half of all humans have candida albicans present in the body, and it's on the rise.

3 Ways Sugar & Artificial Sweeteners Affect Gut Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Right now, your gut is swimming with bacteria — good and bad. Maintaining a good balance between the two is key to helping you stay healthy. One of the ways to support that is to give your gut flora supportive...

A jar full of sugar. Sugar and artificial sweeteners can affect your gut health in a negative way.

Bacteriophages: A Novel Concept in Probiotics!

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

By now, most people know that probiotic supplements give your gut a boost of good bacteria and provide many health benefits. But experts have identified an exciting new ingredient that can take gut health to the next level — bacteriophages....

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Acerola Cherry: 8 Benefits of This High-C Tropical Superfruit

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

A "cherry on top" is always a good thing — that famous saying means something great is now even better. That’s certainly the case if you’re talking about an acerola cherry. "I’ve been using acerola for many years, both in...

A wooden bowl on its side with bright red Acerola cherries pouring over a wooden tabletop.

Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT): 5 Benefits & How to Do It!

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

"I tap daily to release negative emotions and energy. It helps me stay grounded in the present moment," says Kate W., an emotional freedom techniques (EFT) tapping practitioner and teacher from San Francisco. "I’ve used EFT tapping for anxiety, healing,...

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3 Scientifically Proven Ways Meditation Boosts Your Immune System

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Did you know that you can naturally boost your body's ability to fight off harmful organisms and increase your body's resistance by simply meditating? I'm going to tell you how meditation and mindfulness training can do just that. I meditate...

A woman in lotus meditation position with sand and beach in background.

Enokitake Mushrooms: 7 Benefits of This Superfood!

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Most of us know that mushrooms taste great in a stir-fry or a warming bowl of soup, but did you know that some varieties of fungi are also known as healing mushrooms and functional foods? Native to Asia but common...

Multiple long thin mushrooms on a wooden bowl over wooden table.

Wim Hof Breathing: 6 Benefits for Body & Mind

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

From running a marathon in the snow — barefoot— to climbing part of Mount Everest wearing shorts, Wim Hof, "The Iceman" is no stranger to the extreme. Hof, a Dutch athlete, trained himself to withstand very cold temperatures using a...

A woman taking a deep breath in a cold environment surrounded by falling snowflakes.

The Gut-Immune System Connection

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

The digestive system doesn’t get enough credit. Not only does it break down the food you eat, but it also plays a major role in keeping you healthy. There’s a strong connection between your gut and your immune system. In...

A person handling lettuce with bowls of vegetables over a kitchen counter.