Pregnant women plagued by cravings for pickles and ice cream must remember to include plenty of folic acid in their diets. Shown to reduce the risk of miscarriage and birth defects, folic acid – found primarily in leafy green vegetables – is an absolute necessity for any woman who is pregnant or is considering becoming … Continue reading Folic acid deficiencies are widespread; here’s why nearly everyone needs more folate
Don’t take ibuprofen during pregnancy, especially if you’re having a boy: Research shows it suppresses testosterone and disrupts male development
Pregnant women are responsible for their child’s health from day one of conception until adulthood. Pregnancy may have some painful side effects such as back aches and migraine, but it should not be a reason to self-medicate with painkillers. Researchers from the Institute of Research in Environmental and Occupational Health (Irset, in its French form) found that pregnant … Continue reading Don’t take ibuprofen during pregnancy, especially if you’re having a boy: Research shows it suppresses testosterone and disrupts male development
Are Mammograms Safe?
Source: Are Mammograms Safe? by Dr. Edward Group The American Cancer Society defines breast cancer as a “malignant tumor that starts from the cells of the breast.” The breast is made up of milk glands and fatty tissues, and cancer can occur in any of these tissues. Cells in our bodies are constantly reproducing, and when … Continue reading Are Mammograms Safe?
Olive oil halts growth of breast cancer tumors
Olive oil may help prevent and even fight breast cancer, according to a study conducted by researchers from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Spain, and published in the journal Carcinogenesis. The researchers found that olive oil appeared to protect rat DNA from the damage that can lead to cancer. Furthermore, it seemed to deactivate key proteins … Continue reading Olive oil halts growth of breast cancer tumors
Flatal Incontinence and Women: What is it and Why does it Happen?
Source: Flatal Incontinence and Women: What is it and Why does it Happen? by Dr. Edward Group 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 problem: it can happen anywhere. Involuntarily ‘breaking wind’ while at the store, restaurant or at … Continue reading Flatal Incontinence and Women: What is it and Why does it Happen?
Breast cancer prevention that really works
Long before the industrial revolution, ancient doctors of oriental medicine studied and treated breast cancer. So even before the earth was overwhelmed with synthetic, manufactured toxins, breast cancer was still considered a tragic and life threatening disease. Clearly the toxic component of breast cancer has increased during this modern age but the original cause given … Continue reading Breast cancer prevention that really works
New Report Ranks U.S. Poorly for Maternal Health
Source: New Report Ranks U.S. Poorly for Maternal Health by Dr. Edward Group According to a new report conducted by the State of the World Mother’s, the United States ranks 33 out of 179 countries surveyed for maternal health. [1] Just last year, the U.S. was at 31. How can a country so developed be drastically behind other … Continue reading New Report Ranks U.S. Poorly for Maternal Health
Glyphosate – The silent danger causing lead poisoning in pregnant women
The fight taking place doesn't always involve guns on the battlefield. Sometimes the battlefield is something quiet and innocent like a field of crops. The gun is sometimes the chemical pesticides and herbicides soaking into the plants, loading up in the soil. The pesticides and herbacides fire back silently through the water, bonding to heavy … Continue reading Glyphosate – The silent danger causing lead poisoning in pregnant women
Common painkillers taken by expectant mothers linked to congenital defects in newborns
New research published in the September issue of the journal Birth Defects Research Part B found that pregnant women who take NSAIDs -- non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs -- in the first trimester run an increased risk of having a child with congenital birth defects, particularly heart anomalies. Canadian researchers conducted a population-based study of more than … Continue reading Common painkillers taken by expectant mothers linked to congenital defects in newborns
6 Big Health Benefits of Epimedium for Women
Source: 6 Big Health Benefits of Epimedium for Women by Dr. Edward Group Epimedium may not be familiar to most people, yet its other name usually is — Horny Goat Weed. Native to China, traditional Chinese medicine has used epimedium for centuries as a natural aid for both physical and mental vitality. Epimedium Health Benefits for … Continue reading 6 Big Health Benefits of Epimedium for Women
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 