August 2013 - Dr. Group's Healthy Living Articles

8 Must-Know Facts About Sauna Bathing

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Sep 30, 2015

From Finland, to the United States, to Russia, and Japan, sauna bathing has gained considerable popularity. The heat in a sauna, often around 180-200 degrees Fahrenheit, envelopes the body, causing sweat production to increase. Many sauna bathers will tell you it produces the ultimate “clean” feeling. Others will tell you it enhances their well being. And others will swear it’s their secret to health. While anecdotal testimonies do have some merit, many folks are interested in what the structured research says about sauna bathing, so let’s take a look. (more…)

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5 Health Benefits of Sunflower Seeds

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Sep 18, 2015

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 minerals and essential oils. Not only are they a great snack, sunflower seeds offer several extraordinary health benefits. Sunflower Seeds Health Benefits 1. Promotes Cardiovascular Health Sunflower seeds contain two nutrients that promote cardiovascular health – vitamin E and folate. A quarter cup serving of sunflower seeds contains over 60% […]

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7 Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Oct 5, 2015

Seeds can be a fantastic source of nutrition and pumpkin seeds are among the best. The pumpkin is a member of the squash family and it's native to North and Central America. Its seeds have been used by Native Americans for centuries to support urinary and digestive health. Just a single serving provides highly nutritious and necessary minerals such as magnesium, zinc, potassium, and iron. As an added bonus, pumpkin seeds are packed with potent antioxidants. (more…)

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The 10 Best Foods for Heart Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Aug 25, 2013

Your heart is the most important muscle in your body. If it's weak, you're weak. There are a few things you can do to provide your heart with what it needs to be at its best. The first is to get plenty of exercise. Your heart is a muscle, it needs to be worked. Second, avoid toxins that damage your cardiovascular system — don't smoke, avoid high-fat foods, and eliminate refined sugar. Here are ten foods you can add to your diet to increase your intake of vitamins, minerals, nutrients, […]

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10 Health Benefits of Ginger

By Dr. Edward Group
Updated Sep 10, 2013

Earlier this year, I had a day where I experienced a sore throat and sinus irritation. I didn't reach for a box of any over-the-counter remedy. Instead, I juiced a fair amount of ginger and lemon and added it to a tea. I was very satisfied with the relief I felt. My experience was nothing new; ginger, or ginger root, has been cultivated and used therapeutically for thousands of years. (more…)

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