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Natural Remedy for Eczema: Ozonated Olive Oil
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Eczema is a skin condition in which sections of the epidermis become rough, red, and inflamed, causing itching and sometimes bleeding. More than 30 million Americans suffer from atopic dermatitis, more commonly called eczema. [1] It can appear on any...
Evidence Mounts on Roundup's Link to Liver and Kidney Damage
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
One of the world's most popular herbicide – Roundup – is making its way back into the headlines in regards to its health and environmental effects. Monsanto, the producer of Roundup (glyphosate), claims this herbicide is safe; however, study after...
Study: Thyme Oil Shows Success in Killing MRSA
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Nearly 20 thousand Americans die each year due to complications that stem from Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or better known as MRSA. This "super Staph" has received a lot of media coverage, and for good reason, it's scary. A regular Staph...
The Health Benefits of Pine Oil
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
There may be a good reason why many common household cleaners claim to "smell like pine." This connection to pine oil and good health is as old as the hills, and its related to the germ-deterring, disinfectant properties of the...
The Health Benefits of Hemicellulase
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The hemicellulase enzyme breaks down hemicellulose, which is a type of cellulose and a key component of the cell wall in all plants. Different forms of plant hemicellulose include glucans, galactans, xylans, mannans and pentosans. Common fiber-rich breakfast cereals, for...
Health Benefits of Plantain Leaf
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Not to be confused with the banana-like fruit of the same name, the plantain leaf (Plantago major) is a green, weedy plant native to North America, Europe and Asia. Cultures around the world have used the plantain leaf to help...
Lyme Disease: A Commentary
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
We'd all like to hope that going to the doctor always resulted in honest treatments, perspectives, and efforts. After all, we're talking about the health, well being, and lives of patients. Patients who are mothers, fathers, daughters, sons, grandparents, and...
What Are the Health Benefits of Dandelion Root?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
You may consider dandelion as a type of weed, but its root has a long history of therapeutic use. Dandelion has been used since ancient times for its healthful properties and support for liver complaints.[1] In Korean herbal medicine dandelion...
Health Benefits of Chicory Root
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Chicory root has a long history of providing support to liver concerns. Ancient Romans used the herb to help cleanse the blood. Egyptians were known to consume chicory root in large amounts to help purify the liver and the blood....
The Health Benefits of Peppermint Leaf
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Benefits How to Grow Uses Supplementation Peppermint (Mentha piperita) is a hardy perennial herb that is a hybrid of watermint and spearmint. It's native to Europe, but can be found all across the world. With a long history of therapeutic...
The Harmful Organism Cleansing Benefits of Pau D'Arco
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Pau d’arco is an herb found in the rainforests of the Amazon and in South and Latin America. Pau d’arco bark has been used by indigenous Latin populations for centuries to address a spectrum of health concerns and today its...
Fighting Fungus: Cleansing With Active Horopito
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
New Zealand lies deep in the South Pacific, an island not to itself, but by itself. This seclusion has resulted in an amazing example of extraordinary flora and fauna. Aside from the incredible wildlife and sweeping views, New Zealand is...
