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Anxiety May Originate In Your Gut!
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
How many times have you followed your "gut instinct" as a method for determining what you should or shouldn’t do in a particular situation? Have you ever felt anxiety fluttering its relentless wings in the center of your stomach? It...
Enterococcus faecium: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The gut is a delicate ecosystem that’s home to living organisms known as probiotics. Probiotics are helpful microbes that encourage good health by assisting with many different processes in the human body. They are probably best known for the contribution...
6 Kombucha Health Benefits Your Gut Is Begging For
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Well known as a good source of probiotics, kombucha is a sweet tea beverage fermented with yeast and bacteria. It is commonly called the “immortal health elixir" and it's more popular now than ever before. In addition to its strong,...
The 18 Best Probiotic Strains for Your Gut
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The bacteria in your gut have a huge impact on your health and well-being. They affect how well you digest food, absorb nutrients, the strength of your immune system, and the health of your small intestine and colon, and that...
How to Choose the Best Probiotic
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
It's no secret that probiotics support a number of health benefits. They support digestion, boost the immune system, and offer a host of other positive offerings. In fact, a good probiotic is one of my must-have items. But, what makes...
Guide to Urinary Tract Infections & Probiotics
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Urinary tract infections are painful, bacterial infections that disrupt life. Many women who suffer from UTIs end up visiting doctors and taking medications. Now, new research is finding that antibiotics, the most common treatment, may not be enough. [1] UTI...
Researchers Discover Successful Probiotic Treatment for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Research published in the Journal of Medical Microbiology shows that certain strains of probiotic bacteria may be the most effective way to alleviate the symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) [1]. These findings leaves experts optimistic that safe, effective treatment...
Learn Whether Probiotics Are Safe for Pregnant Women
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Probiotics offer benefits to women of all ages, including pregnant women. While probiotics are generally considered safe (a study of 341 pregnant women found that probiotics are safe and support overall health) it's best to consult with your doctor before...
Bifidobacterium lactis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Are you aware of the huge list of benefits probiotics can provide for the human body? Bifidobacterium lactis, or B. lactis for short, is just one of the many bacterial strains found to promote overall health and well being. Whether...
Bifidobacterium longum: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Ten years ago, the thought that microorganisms in your body could lead to a mind-blowing list of benefits might have sounded farfetched. Our greater understanding of probiotics has paved the way for a wider use of good bacteria in modern...
Bifidobacterium breve: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The benefits of probiotics are numerous, but did you know different bacterial strains provide different benefits? While all of them are helpful for digestion, not all probiotics are equal. This fact has led to a lot of confusion. Let’s clear...
Lactobacillus brevis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
By now, many people are familiar with the multitude of benefits that probiotics offer, but are they right for you specifically? Many people are confused when it comes to picking a probiotic, especially when it comes to choosing the right...
