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Indian-Inspired Green Lentil Salad with Spiced Carrots

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Carrots are rarely the star of any dish, but in this green lentil salad recipe from One Green Planet, the spiced carrots really shine. You can spiralize your carrots, but I recommend using a peeler to get thin, pretty ribbons...

A bowl of green lentil salad with spiced carrots. This vegan dish is loaded with nutrients and provides many health benefits.

The Role of Vitamin B12 in Thyroid Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

B-12 Functions Deficiency Symptoms Hypothyroidism & B12 Sources Benefits Your personal wellness and the efficiency at which your body operates is a direct result of the quality and completeness of the nutrients you consume. Complete nutrition promotes complete wellness, while...

People are running on the beach. Vitamin B-12 is one of the several nutrients that support thyroid health.

Authentic Greek Peach Barley Recipe

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Substituting your bland oatmeal for this indulgent peach porridge is a flavorful way to kick off your day. Mediterranean food is tempting and healthy, and this authentic Greek barley recipe from the Greek Vegan is no exception. Roasted peaches, maple...

A fresh batch of Greek peach barley. This Mediterranean barley recipe is loaded with key nutrients.

4 Things You Can Do to Support Thyroid Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

The thyroid is responsible for secreting hormones and keeping your energy levels right where they should be. It acts as a “leader” of the endocrine system, along with the pituitary gland. So, it goes without saying, if you keep your...

A layer of seaweeds on a wooden platter. Try to drink fluoride-free water and go gluten free to Support thyroid health.

Thyroid Gland: Functions, Symptoms, Diet, and Natural Support

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of your neck, sort of like an internal bowtie. Part of the endocrine system, your thyroid produces and secretes the hormones T4 and T3. These essential hormones regulate growth,...

A man checking his thyroid. The thyroid gland releases hormones that control metabolism.

The Best Thyroid Diet for Maintaining Healthy Thyroid Levels

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Benefits Essential Vitamins & Minerals Best Food Sources Food to Avoid Maintaining healthy hormone levels can be a challenge but it is possible. Following a diet that supports the thyroid is a good place to start. It should provide certain...

A person slicing kale over a wooden cutting board with mushrooms and Brazil nuts.

Tasty Vegan Quinoa Salad Recipe with Lemon Basil Dressing

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Quinoa is an alternative grain and an incredibly nutritious food. If you’re looking for a way to add quinoa to your diet, this amazing quinoa salad will leave you asking for more. I found the original recipe on Two Peas...

This delicious quinoa salad is as nutritious as it is tasty. You'll love this nutrient-packed quinoa salad with tangy lemon basil dressing.

Thyroid Hormones: Mastering the Importance of the Thyroid

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Thyroid hormones are chemical substances, made in and secreted by the thyroid gland. They are essential for normal metabolism and development. There are three types of thyroid hormones — thyroxine (T4), triiodothyronine (T3), and calcitonin. What Is the Thyroid? The...

A woman checking her thyroid. The thyroid produces thyroid hormones that regulate various bodily functions.

Surprising Link Between Depression, Anxiety, and Gut Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Did you know your gut health may affect your mood and behavior? The belief that gut health is connected to mental well-being dates back more than a hundred years. In the early 1900’s, scientists and clinicians emphasized the relationship between...

A man with his hand to his jaw, thinking while having a white mug in his other hand.

Health Benefits of Perilla Frutescens

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Perrilla frutescens, commonly referred to as perilla, is a food and traditional medicine in Asian countries, particularly Japan and China. A member of the mint family, the leaves are used in Chinese herbal medicine for symptoms of asthma and cough...

perilla frutescens

3 Elderberry Benefits to Boost Your Wellness

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) comes from the elder tree, which is native to Europe and parts of Asia and Africa. A related species called American elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) grows across the United States and Canada. Many cultures have appreciated and relied...

Natural elderberries in green setting.

What Are Fats? Are All Dietary Fats Bad?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC |

Fats are a highly varied macronutrient group, and they're present in both animal and plant-derived foods. At nine calories per gram, fat is the most dense source of calories required by the human body.[1] However, not all fats are created...

A bowl of avocados and nuts next to a raw salmon. Fats are a macronutrient present in animal and plant-derived foods.