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Iodine Allergy: The Truth Behind Your Allergic Reaction
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Function Intake Sources Supplementation Iodine is an essential trace mineral that supports the body’s production of thyroid hormones, which regulate metabolism — the chemical reactions that occur in every cell in the body and provide energy for life. So how...
Flatal Incontinence and Women: What is it and Why does it Happen?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Uncontrollable gas (flatus or flatulent gases) is known as flatal incontinence. This condition is defined as involuntary flatulence at least once or more per week. The big concern: it can happen anywhere. Involuntarily ‘breaking wind’ while at the store, restaurant...
What Is Celiac Disease?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Celiac disease is an allergy to dietary gluten. It affects individuals who are genetically predisposed to the allergy and differs from gluten sensitivity, as celiac disease elicits within the body a very defined response to gluten. [1] When gluten enters...
What Is Kava? 10 Must-Know Facts
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
A few years ago, my wife and I were on Hawaii's big island and walking through a quaint shopping area when I noticed a small, hole-in-the-wall establishment that served kava. For the uninitiated, kava is a relaxing, non-alcoholic beverage made...
10 Incredible Health Benefits of a Vegan or Vegetarian Diet
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Is a vegan or vegetarian diet the healthiest diet you can follow? Researchers, doctors, celebrities and the health conscious routinely argue its pluses and minuses... it can be very confusing! Relax, and allow the following 10 facts outline some of...
What Is Perchlorate? 7 Shocking Facts
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
With similarities to toxins like bromine, fluorine, and radioactive iodine, perchlorate has gained a lot of attention in recent years. It's a chemical commonly used in rocket fuel, explosives, fireworks, batteries, bleaches, fertilizers, and airbags; and that barely scratches the...
8 Things You May Not Know About Lead Poisoning
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Lead is a toxic metal and lead poisoning can have really ugly consequences. Lead exposure commonly happens by way of lead based paint, the CDC has reported it as the number one cause of exposure in children. Other persons are...
What Is Restharrow Root?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Nature possesses an intelligence that provides for the therapeutic needs of its inhabitants. A fantastic example of this relationship is man's use of therapeutic herbs. Many herbs are gaining prominence in today’s natural health movement. And, for many, historical use...
Vitamin D3 vs. Vitamin D2 – What's the Difference?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Known as the "sunshine vitamin," vitamin D is among the few rockstar nutrients that have garnered national attention and research funding within the last 10 years. [1] Studies continue to show its effectiveness for promoting normal blood sugar, immune health,...
4 Dangers of Food Dyes
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Artificial additives pervade our food supply at epic proportions. Manufacturers claim the stuff is added to enhance flavor, appearance, texture, and shelf life. Food dyes, a food additive used to deepen the color of candy, dry mixes, soups, and even...
What are Kidney Stones?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Ask anyone who's had a kidney stone what it's like and they'll tell you a horrific tale of pain and agony. Kidney stones, which are jagged mineral deposits, form in the kidneys and pass through the urinary tract. Sound awful?...
The Top 8 Herbs for Andropause
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Andropause, or male menopause, is a condition associated with a drop in sexual activity, testosterone levels, and a diminished frequency of normal erections. It's an age-related concern and many men are in full swing by middle age. Thankfully, there are...
