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How Do Laxatives Work for Constipation?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Laxatives are usually the first thing people think about when contemplating a remedy for constipation relief. Laxatives, however, only address the symptoms and not the underlying factors that bring about constipation. Most people associate the term “laxative” with “a pill...

A handful of colon cleansing supplements. There are different types of laxatives, and they all work differently.

The Benefits of Wormwood: A Harmful Organism Cleanser

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Benefits Side Effects Tips for Growing Recipe Other Sources Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) is a bitter herb found in Eurasia, North Africa, and North America. The plant has been used therapeutically since ancient times. In fact, the name "wormwood" comes from...

A wormwood plant. A benefit of wormwood is that it produces an environment that is toxic to harmful organisms.

3 Foods That Help Cleanse Your Lungs

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Looking for foods that help your lungs? Look no further! We have three of the top foods to help cleanse your lungs and keep them in tip-top shape. Pistachios Pistachios don't provide the same direct lung cleansing benefits the way...

Ground cayenne pepper in a spoon with cayenne peppers in the background.

How to Meditate: Learning the Best Meditation Techniques

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

History Techniques How To Benefits Tips & Tricks Throughout human history, nearly every culture and civilization has described the mental and physical benefits of meditation. The popularity of this ancient practice extends beyond yoga studios and places of worship. Research...

A woman practicing a meditation technique by the pool.

Fight Senator Pat Roberts' Latest Monsanto-Friendly Bill

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

On Friday, February 19, Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) introduced a new bill to the Senate proposing to amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946. Roberts’ proposed legislation recommends that the Senate “amend the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 to require...

Help Fight Fight Senator Pat Roberts' Latest Monsanto-Friendly Bill

Study: Aspirin May Increase Risk of Crohn's Disease by 5x

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Taking small daily serving of aspirin have been recommended by allopathic doctors for some time. Beyond its more typical use as an analgesic for occasional headache, fever and body aches, aspirin and its close derivatives are frequently used by people...

Study: Aspirin May Increase Risk of Crohn's Disease by 5x

How to Get Rid of Sunburn and Sunspots - Ozonated Olive Oil

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Few experiences are as relaxing as getting out for a walk or a trip to the beach on a bright, sunny day. But despite our best intentions, it is common to suffer from an uncomfortable sunburn. Effective protection against ultraviolet...

A woman applying sunscreen to prevent sunspots and burns.

What's the Most Absorbable Form of B12?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Absorbing enough vitamin B12 is a concern for many people. A plant-based diet, age, gastric surgery, gastrointestinal disorders, and pernicious anemia are all factors that can affect B12 absorption. In most cases, a B12 supplement can put you back on...

A B-12 supplement.Vitamin B-12 is essential for DNA synthesis, brain and nervous system function, and red blood cell formation.

8 Benefits of Amethyst Gemstone

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Amethyst gemstone offers certain benefits for body detoxification and health. This gem provides benefits similar to tourmaline, such as far-infrared radiation and negative ion emission. While the benefits of amethyst gemstone are controversial, many applications of this stone are beginning...

An open amethyst gemstone. Amethyst is the rarest form of quartz and possibly the most popular form of quartz in the world.

5 Natural Remedies for Ovarian Cysts

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

An ovarian cyst can be defined simply as a fluid-filled sac that forms around or within an ovary. While they're usually harmless, many cases often come with an array of physical symptoms. Ovarian cysts can be quite painful and cause...

Ovarian cysts can be quite painful and cause unpleasant sensations in the abdominal area.

Body Cleanse: 6 Ways to Do a Body Detox

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

If you follow this website, you know that detoxing is a subject of huge importance to us. In fact, performing regular body cleanses and detoxes are a core principle of my beliefs on health and healing. I talk about them...

Certain foods and drinks, like those pictured here, are great for supporting detox. Check out these 6 ways to do a body detox.

The 5 Best Foods for Leaky Gut

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

While it goes without saying that food plays a huge role in our lives, you might not know that poor eating choices can cause gut irritation. Leaky gut syndrome, or intestinal hyperpermeability, can happen when your gut becomes inflamed by...

Coconut products are good for a leaky gut because they contain medium chain fatty acids.