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Are Mammograms Safe?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The American Cancer Society defines breast cancer as a "malignant tumor that starts from the cells of the breast." The breast is made up of milk glands and fatty tissues, and cancer can occur in any of these tissues. Cells...
The Health Dangers of Aspartame
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
I previously discussed a company that launched an anti-aspartame campaign in New Zealand, and ever since, I've been sent tons of questions concerning the various dangers of aspartame. Aspartame is a non-saccharine artificial sweetener currently used in over 6,000 diet...
Naturally Disinfect Your Kitchen of Germs and Bacteria
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that approximately 76 million people become ill from pathogens in food each year in the United States.[1] What causes this high occurrence of foodborne illness? Most commonly, it's caused by bacteria such...
The Health Benefits of Omega 3, 6, 9 Fatty Acids and EPA & DHA
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Omega-3 Benefits Omega-6 Benefits Omega-9 Benefits You've probably heard the terms "fatty acid" and "omega 3" before, but do you know what a fatty acid is or why your body needs it? What about the different types of fatty acids,...
The Dangers of Drinking Cow's Milk
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Due to the extreme processes that milk goes through and the high amounts of antibiotics, hormones, and genetically-modified substances that cows are continually exposed to, I believe there are real and eminent concerns associated with drinking milk from cows. All...
7 Berries You Should Eat Every Day
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Berries have been shown to be some of the healthiest foods on the planet. It seems new research is constantly being published and berries are being recognized and analyzed for their health giving properties. Extremely high in antioxidants, berries are...
Star Anise: The Secret Ingredient in Tamiflu
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
With the onslaught of swine flu throughout the global community, there is a new push towards acquiring and stockpiling drugs that can be used to treat potentially lethal strains of influenza. According to medical science there is a pharmaceutical treatment...
The Health Risks & Benefits of the Oleander Plant
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Warning: Oleander extract is made from a highly-lethal, poisonous plant. The following post is meant to offer exciting insight into emerging scientific evidence of its use as a natural remedy. Taking this extract without the guidance of an expert can...
The Lung Cleansing Benefits of Eucalyptus
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The eucalyptus tree is native to Australia and has over 700 species. Although eucalyptus is often thought of as a food for koala bears, its use extends well beyond being a food source for local wildlife and it has been...
The Lung Cleansing Benefits of Lobelia
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Uses of Lobelia Lobelia (Lobelia inflata) is an attractive annual or biennial considered to be one of the most valuable herbal remedies ever discovered, according to Potter's Encyclopedia of Botanical Drugs and Preparations. Lobelia has historically been used and appreciated...
Top Natural Remedies For Depression
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The experience of emotional and psychological depression has been noted and subjected to various explanations since the dawn of recorded history and quite probably before. The current model, which reduces all depression to a deficiency in serotonin, seems as overly...
The Weight Loss Benefits of Lavender Essential Oil
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Lavender is probably most appreciated for the fragrance of its little blue flowers. Lavender essential oil is often used in aromatherapy application and many bath and body products are available with a lavender fragrance. In this capacity, its popularity has...
