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7 Things Expecting Mothers Need to Know
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Maybe you’re a new mother and are expecting a new bundle of joy. Of course, you want to make sure things are just right for your baby, and part of that starts with the choices you make right now. Making...
Sunscreen Facts: How Not to Get Burned This Summer
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
A recent investigation by the Environmental Working Group [1] found that 60% of sunscreens currently on the market are not as safe and effective as you may think. Some of them just don't offer the protection necessary to block all...
What Is Gotu Kola?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Centella asiatica, also known as gotu kola, is a parsley-like plant that's native to much of southeast Asia. Gotu kola has long been a staple of both Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese Medicine and is beneficial for the circulatory system. It...
Leading Medical Journal Wants GMO Labeling
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The topic of GMO labeling is hot right now and both sides are passionate. Should foods in the United States require GMO labeling, following suit of many other countries throughout the world? If there's nothing to hide, then why not...
What Is Shilajit?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
From deep within the Caucasus and Himalayan mountains, Shilajit (pronounced shi-lah-jeet) is a naturally occurring substance that’s rich in beneficial nutrients. Although it’s somewhat unknown today, it is still prominent in many natural health practices, including Ayurveda. This blackish, smooth...
The Signs of Toenail Fungus: Do You know If Your Feet Are Infected?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Signs Causes Who is At Risk? Natural Remedies Supplementation No one likes the looks of ugly toenail fungus. Brittle, distorted and discolored toenails can be the source of insecurity for many people, as well as a real hassle to get...
8 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Olive oil has received well-deserved attention over the last 10 to 15 years. This is the main ingredient that plays an important role in the Mediterranean diet. For years, studies have shown people who consume this type of diet live...
Protecting Against Sun Damage Without Sunscreen
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Nothing beats the feeling of pure, warm sunlight on your skin, especially after a cold and dreary winter. We often take for granted the life-giving power of the sun and completely ignore its many health benefits. On one hand, sun...
7 Signs of PCOS
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
In a previous article, the popular topic of polycystic ovary syndrome was explored. Many people read information about PCOS and identify with its symptoms, misguidedly assuming they’re suffering from the disease. If you do think you might have PCOS, however,...
Health Benefits of Ginseng Eleuthero
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Chinese healers have prized eleuthero — or Eleutherococcus senticosus, also known as Siberian ginseng — for thousands of years. Though it’s not exactly “true” ginseng, it possesses adaptogenic properties and has a well-established reputation as an energy enhancer and brain...
8 Foods High in Zinc - What Are Their Benefits?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Zinc is necessary for many of the body's processes and most people are deficient in this vital mineral. It is an active agent in our body's ability to metabolize food and nutrients. It assists with triggering over 100 differing internal...
What are Carotenoids? - 5 Health Benefits
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Distinguished by their orange, yellow, and red pigments, carotenoids are found in many plants, algae, and bacteria. Carotenoids act as antioxidants within the body, protecting against cellular damage, the effects of aging, and even some chronic diseases. These beneficial compounds...
