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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...
The Health Benefits of Loquat Leaf
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The loquat tree produces the loquat leaf and the loquat fruit, both known by their Latin name Eriobotrya japonica. It comes from the rose family and is sometimes called the Japanese plum leaf. The loquat tree is a moderately-sized tree,...
What Is Lucuma? - Health Benefits and Uses
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Beloved by the Incas, lucuma is a super nutritious Peruvian fruit that contains beta carotene, iron, zinc, vitamin B3, calcium, and protein. Its maple-like taste makes it a sweet addition to smoothies, baked goods, and even ice cream. Viewed as...
5 Health Benefits of Sunflower Seeds
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Sunflower seeds – great at the ballpark, helpful during a long drive, and a native plant to North America that has become a staple to cultures worldwide. Despite their small size, sunflower seeds are a dense source of vitamins and...
Quinoa vs. Brown Rice: Which One is Better?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Is quinoa a healthier option than brown rice? As more supermarkets begin lining their shelves with this ancient, grain-like seed, consumers are asking this very question. Quinoa, a complete protein seed that resembles a cross between couscous and short-grain rice,...
Lactobacillus gasseri: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Are probiotics really that good for you? Is yogurt the best source of probiotics? I regularly hear these and many other questions about probiotics. Probiotics is a straightforward subject, but confusion persists regarding these beneficial microbes. The fact that there...
Is Vitamin C Really as Effective as Exercise?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
When it comes to encouraging good health, it's hard to beat exercise. Hundreds of health benefits are associated with physical activity, ranging from weight loss to mood support. Even if you are eating a 100% organic, raw vegan diet, without...
