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Peppermint Oil: The Best Natural Benefits & Uses

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Nov 26, 2018

Soothing, cool, and refreshing, peppermint oil smells great and offers many health benefits. Peppermint can ease congestion, support oral health, repel pests, soothe headaches, and even relieve stress. Peppermint oil is a must in your essential oil collection — especially if you like to create chemical-free, do-it-yourself home and healthcare products. Found in candy canes and peppermint candies at Christmas, or year-round in chewing gum, toothpaste, and soap, its culinary uses are well-known. But, don't overlook the power of peppermint to naturally lift your mood and boost your energy levels. […]

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9 Proven Indigestion Remedies You Can Try Today

By The Global Healing Team
Published Oct 15, 2018

For most of us, mealtime is a pleasure. Sometimes, though, eating brings the uncomfortable symptoms of an upset stomach, or indigestion. One in four people experiences it occasionally or regularly.[1] While there are a variety of over-the-counter and prescription drugs that claim to target the concern, effective natural remedies to improve your digestion are readily available in your pantry. (more…)

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Laxative Side Effects & Safety: Everything You Need to Know

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Aug 28, 2018

Constipation causes discomfort and it can lead to embarrassing gas and uncomfortable bloating. Laxatives, which help evacuate stool from the bowels, are the go-to solution for most people dealing with constipation. Effective as that may be, some laxatives have mild to severe side effects, especially with long-term use. Side effects range from diarrhea, cramping, and rectal irritation to confusion and heart palpitations. (more…)

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Leaky Gut: Symptoms, Causes, & Remedies

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Aug 16, 2018

If you have a leaky gut — also called increased intestinal permeability — substances that should stay in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract pass through spaces called tight junctions. In a healthy gut, tight junctions act like gatekeepers, keeping partially digested food and microbiota in and allowing nutrients out. But if physical damage, chemical damage, pathogens, or illness injures the GI tract, the tight junctions loosen, leading to a leaky gut. A leaky gut is a risk factor for developing other conditions, including Crohn’s disease, allergies, and autoimmune and neurological disorders. […]

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The Detox Diet: 9 Simple Steps for Whole Body Cleansing

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Apr 19, 2021

We promote internal cleansing to help remove toxicants that accumulate in your body as a result of your diet and the environment around you. But if you want to take your efforts a step further, cutting back on the food-related toxins you ingest is a good idea. And there's no better way to do that than clean up your diet with a detox diet. (more…)

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