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5 Powerful Lithium Effects on the Brain

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Brain Benefits Foods Supplements Side Effects Did you know lithium is a naturally occurring mineral — an alkali metal — found all over the earth? The name lithium derives from the Greek word lithos, meaning stone. Traces of lithium exist...

A grandfather and son working on a puzzle.

Gallbladder Cleanse: An Easy Step-by-Step Guide

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Causes & Symptoms Diet Instructions Benefits Precautions Located just below the liver, the gallbladder plays an important role in the digestive system. Its main role is to store and recycle bile, which breaks down the fats in the food we...

A basket of friendly gallbladder cleanse foods like beets and carrots.

Lithium Orotate Benefits for Your Brain & Beyond

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Benefits Side Effects and Precautions Sources In the early 1900s, people flocked to Lithia Springs in Georgia, a hot spring known for its lithium-enriched water. Hailed for its therapeutic properties as a mood booster, stress reliever, and aphrodisiac, the lithiated...

A woman relieving stress by reading in the park. Lithium orotate is another way to manage stress.

Benefits of Lithium: A Vital Nutrient for the Brain & Body

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Benefits Food Sources Supplements Precautions When you hear the word 'lithium', what do you think of? Maybe it reminds you of a Nirvana song. Or perhaps you know lithium as one of three elements that comprised the universe when it...

A man focusing on reading a book. Increased focus is a benefit of lithium.

Juicing for Weight Loss: 6 Easy Recipes to Try

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Benefits Weight Loss Recipes Health & Energy Recipes Tips Juicing has become a popular way to boost energy and lose weight. You may have heard juice cleansing radio ads, seen (or bought) expensive juices in the store, or maybe you've...

Five fruit and vegetable juices. Juicing for weight loss is effective for losing stubborn fat.

Red Clover Benefits for Menopause, Bone Health, & More

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Benefits & Uses Tea Recipe Precautions & Side Effects Finding a three-leaf clover may bring good luck, but taking red clover as a healing herb may bring even better fortune! People have appreciated the therapeutic qualities of the red clover's...

Several red clover flowers. The red clover benefits range from helping menopause to bone health.

Healing Herbs: Embracing Nature's Medicine

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

More than 5,000 years ago, Sumerians in ancient Mesopotamia carved the names of commonly used healing herbs onto clay tablets. These tablets provide the first known record of various herbs and their specific healing properties. You might say it was...

A picture of aloe vera cut into pieces. Aloe vera is a powerful healing herb.

Enzymes in Food: 10 Best Foods for Gut Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Digestion is a complex process with many components and digestive enzymes are among the most important.[1] Digestive enzymes help break down food so that the body can use the nutrients within the food. For a healthy person, their body should...

A plate of pineapple chunks. Pineapples are naturally rich in digestive enzymes.

A Guide for Easy-to-Digest Foods That Are Actually Healthy

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

When you're having digestive concerns, you may not feel like eating anything. Even your favorite food may seem unappetizing when you're dealing with nausea, diarrhea, constipation, or other digestive issues. Fortunately, there are easy-to-digest foods that can help you feel...

A couple of sliced and whole bananas. Bananas are an easy to digest food.

Magnesium Deficiency: Top Solutions, Causes, & Signs

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Causes Signs Foods Recommended Intake Supplements Most health-conscious people have heard of magnesium (Mg), but many of them don't know a whole lot about it. Compared to other vitamins and minerals, it tends to fly under the radar. But, it's...

Several magnesium-rich foods including dark chocolate, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, oats, and more.

Low-Oxalate Diet: One Way to Keep Away Kidney Stones

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Foods to Eat Foods to Avoid Meal Plan Ways to Reduce Oxalate Ask anyone who has had a kidney stone, and they'll tell you that it's one of the most unpleasant experiences they have ever had! Different types of kidney...

A basket of peaches. Peaches are a staple to a low-oxalate diet.

DASH Diet: A Plant-Based Meal Plan for Heart Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Foods to Eat Meal Plan Benefits Getting Started If you’ve been thinking about changing your diet in order to lose weight, lower your blood sugar or blood pressure, or just improve your overall health, you might have heard about the...

A salad of fresh fruit and vegetables in a bowl. Fruits and vegetables are a staple to the DASH diet.