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What Is Natural Health? A Comprehensive Guide to Living Healthy

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

“The natural healing force within each of us is the greatest force in getting well.” ― Hippocrates If you don’t know where to start when it comes to taking your first steps towards natural health, this comprehensive guide can help....

Performing yoga is part of the natural health lifestyle.

Why a Gluten-Free Diet Is the Healthiest Way to Eat

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

A gluten-free diet (GFD) is an eating plan devoid of gluten-containing foods. People with gluten intolerance and people who want to eliminate this protein for a healthier life experience adopt a gluten-free diet plan. Many people experience unpleasant reactions after...

Millet is part of the gluten free diet.

A Guide to Iodine for Women’s Health: Breast Health, Pregnancy, & More

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Iodine is a critically important nutrient that we all need. In women and men, iodine is used by the thyroid to produce T3 and T4 hormones, which manage metabolism.[1] Iodine also supports digestion, bone development, muscle control, and heart and...

Iodine for women provides many health benefits.

SIBO: All You Need to Know About Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

SIBO Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Natural Approaches If you frequently experience gas, bloating, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea or constipation, you might brush off your symptoms or blame it on something you ate. But if those symptoms linger, you might...

A bottle of supplement. Sibo is a condition that causes harmful bacteria to grow in the small intestine.

How to Navigate Nutrition Facts and Food Labels

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Whether you’re looking to lose weight, curb your sugar intake, eat organic, non-GMO foods, or you’re simply health-conscious, food labels and Nutrition Facts are information resources that can help you make healthy, informed decisions about your diet. In July 2018,...

A young couple in a grocery store setting viewing nutrition facts for olive oil products.

12 Health Benefits of Acai Berries

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

There are many healthy berries you can add to your diet. The acai berry (Euterpe oleraceae) is one of the most nutritious berries on the planet. Also called the Amazonian palm berry, acai is native to the Amazon rainforest. This...

A bucket full of organic acai berries. This antioxidant-rich fruit has been known as a healing and immune-stimulating fruit.

Foot Detox: Know the Facts, Top Benefits, and Recipes

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Detox Defined Benefits Does It Work? Ways to do a Detox Side Effects When you think about detoxing, you probably think about detox diets, colon cleansing, or fasting. But, in recent years, detoxing through the feet has gained popularity. Proponents...

A bottle of essential oil. Foot Detox can help boost your immune system.

Blood In Stool: Causes and Remedies

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Symptoms Causes Remedies Prevention Many people experience the presence of blood in their stool. This alarming discovery may be the result of bleeding inside of your gastrointestinal (GI) tract and can indicate a temporary affliction or a severe illness. On...

Blood In Stool: Causes and Remedies

How to Choose the Best Dairy-Free Probiotic

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Benefits Sources Supplementation Probiotics are microorganisms that support a healthy gut flora. Available in foods or supplements, probiotics can boost the immune system, support digestive health, and relieve gas, bloating, and abdominal discomfort. If you follow a vegan, vegetarian, or...

Dairy free probiotic can be found in coconut milk.

Alpha-Lipoic Acid: Top 10 Benefits & Possible Side Effects

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Sources Benefits Side Effects Antioxidants are nutrients that counteract the natural deterioration of cells. Raw, organic fruits and vegetables provide a wide array of antioxidants. Antioxidants are also present in herbs like astragalus root and Tibetan rhodiola. In recent years,...

A bowl of Broccoli in a wooden bowl over a wooden tabletop with other green vegetables in the background.

What’s a PLU Code? How to Shop for Organic Produce

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

If eating healthy and nutritious food is important to you, then you need to know exactly how to tell the difference between organically grown and conventionally grown produce. One way is by knowing how to read PLU, or price look-up,...

A bucket of tomatoes. Grocery stores use PLU code to manage their inventory of vegetables and fruits.

Is Goat's Milk Better Than Cow's Milk? Here's a List of Health Benefits

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

While cow's milk remains one of America's most common daily drinks, it is interesting to note that it may also be the reason why many Americans experience gas, bloating, and other forms of indigestion. When you consider the average cow...

Goat's milk can help support good health in many ways.