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13 Foods Rich in Iodine
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Iodine is an essential trace mineral that helps the brain function properly; it helps your body properly metabolize the energy from food. In women, it ensures breast and ovarian health, as well. The thyroid hormones T3 and T4 contain the...
Calcium Deficiency: Natural Approaches to Minimize Your Risk
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Uses Symptoms Groups at Risk Prevention Supplementation Calcium, the most abundant mineral in the body, makes up 1.5 percent to 2 percent of your weight. Most of the mineral resides in your bones and teeth, but calcium in your bloodstream...
Kidney Cleanse Diet: A Step-by-Step Guide
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Your kidneys are among the most important organs in your body. They work hard every day detoxifying the blood and sending waste toxins out through the urinary system. Kidneys also balance electrolytes, regulate minerals, like calcium, and help maintain a...
What Is Nascent Iodine? Benefits, Safety & Quality
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Forms of Iodine How It Works Benefits Safety Supplementation Iodine is an essential mineral that the body requires for normal function because we do not produce it on our own.[1] For nearly a century, nascent iodine has been regarded as...
Laxative Side Effects & Safety: Everything You Need to Know
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
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...
Top Causes of Vitamin D Deficiency and Best Natural Remedies
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Daily Intake Symptoms Causes Remedies Precautions Are you getting enough vitamin D? You might think so, but unless you consistently eat a balanced diet, get sunlight exposure, and take supplemental nutrients, you may not get enough vitamin D. You may...
Leaky Gut: Symptoms, Causes, & Remedies
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
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...
Tea Tree Oil: Benefits, Uses, & Side Effects
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
From antiseptic mouthwash to natural deodorant, tea tree oil is an essential oil with a multitude of uses and benefits. It tends to be pale yellow or colorless, with an aroma that is similar to eucalyptus or camphor and boasts...
Activated Charcoal: 15 Benefits & Uses for Health and Wellness
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Activated charcoal is a hot topic in health and wellness these days, gaining recognition as a powerhouse agent for detoxification with a wide range of potential uses. We see activated charcoal in everything from facial masks and teeth whiteners to...
Iodine: The Complete Guide to Iodine Health Benefits
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Benefits Daily Intake Precautions Deficiency Sources "I went from an energetic, thin active person to feeling sluggish, gaining weight, and feeling unwell in general," says Diane S, a paraprofessional who works for a school in Ohio. Her elevated thyroid-stimulating hormone...
Folate Deficiency: Symptoms, Causes, and Remedies
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Signs Benefits Causes Foods Daily Intake If you're feeling weak or like you have low energy, folate deficiency might be to blame. Folate is one of the essential B vitamins – B9 to be exact. This water-soluble vitamin is essential...
Natural Mosquito Repellent: A Safe Bug Spray That Really Works
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Summer is prime time for enjoying the outdoors. But more often than not, there's a dark cloud hanging over that backyard barbecue: bugs – and especially mosquitoes. These blood-seeking fun busters expertly follow their senses right to your skin. But...
