Education
The Health Benefits of Glucomannan
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Glucomannan, or glucomannan konjac, is a supplement that’s used for maintaining a healthy weight, controlling blood sugar, and relieving constipation, among other health issues. It’s only recently become popular in the United States and Europe, but Asian cultures have enjoyed...
Recognizing and Avoiding Common Household Toxins
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Many people don’t realize the number of toxins they are surrounded by in their homes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the air in homes and other buildings is usually more polluted than the air outdoors, even...
Liver Cleanse: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Breakdown Steps Expectations Benefits Frequency The liver is the human body’s largest internal organ and one of the most important for survival. Without it, bodily tissues would die from lack of nutrients and oxygen and the digestive process would not...
What’s the Best Colon Cleanse Diet?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Colon Defined Common Issues Symptoms Diet Plan Supplementation A healthy colon is the center of a healthy, happy life. The colon is a workhorse for your digestive system and helps absorb the nutrients your body needs. Unfortunately, with all the...
Symptoms of Occasional Constipation and Natural Solutions
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Almost everyone has or will experience some form of constipation during their life. Signs or symptoms of constipation include infrequent bowel movements, painful stools, bloating, and the need to strain to pass waste. Causes of constipation include a poor diet,...
Signs of High Blood Pressure
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Ranges Types Causes Risks Signs How to Lower According to guidelines set by the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines, nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure.[1] If you don’t...
The Top 6 Dietary Supplements
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
For thousands of years, herbal medicine was the predominant form of health care on the planet. For many people, it still is. In our switch to modern medicine, much of that ancient wisdom was sadly lost, rejected as the superstition...
Does the Weight Loss Drug "Alli" Cause Liver Damage?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
We all understand the desire to be vibrant, healthy and at our optimal weight. Sadly, however, in attempt to lose extra weight quickly, many people turn to weight-loss drugs or cheap supplements instead of the natural methods of weight loss...
What Is Citric Acid?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Have you ever read a food or supplement label, saw that it contained citric acid, and wondered what the heck citric acid is? Though the name sounds half-natural half-synthetic, citric acid is a wonderful natural ingredient that can boost detoxification...
Sign the Petition to Support Healthy and Sustainable Organic Farming
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
I received an email from my friends at The Corse Farm in Whitingham, Vermont. They've been in operation since 1868 and have been using responsible, sustainable methods for a number of years. As you probably know, many organic farms are...
Saccharomyces boulardii: a Healthy Probiotic
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
When it comes to cultivating a healthy, balanced gut, Saccharomyces boulardii (sometimes referred to as Saccharomyces cerevisiae) is one of the best probiotics available. Although many probiotics are bacteria, Saccharomyces boulardii is different in that it's actually a strain of...
Reversing Type 2 Diabetes Through Fasting
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Type 2 diabetes, sometimes referred to as adult-onset diabetes, doesn't have to be permanent. Fasting and calorie restriction can help you get control of your blood sugar, lower your blood pressure, and even help reverse type 2 diabetes. But, before...
