Source: Bacillus subtilis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain by Dr. Edward Group Bacillus subtilis is a rod-shaped, Gram-positive bacteria that is found in soil and the gut of humans and some types of animals. Also known as Bacillus uniflagellatus, Bacillus globigii, and Bacillus natto, Bacillus subtilis is commonly included in probiotic supplement formulations. It’s a useful and beneficial probiotic that supports digestion, enzyme production, and … Continue reading Bacillus subtilis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
Common IBS Symptoms and the Best Natural Remedies
Source: Common IBS Symptoms and the Best Natural Remedies by Dr. Edward Group Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), also known as mucous colitis or spastic colon, is a chronic gastrointestinal (GI) disorder. Put simply, that means that your bowels behave abnormally without evidence of damage from the disease. IBS affects 10 to 15 percent of adults in … Continue reading Common IBS Symptoms and the Best Natural Remedies
Magnesium – the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body
The name “magnesium” stems from the Greek word Magnesia, so named as a reference to the geographic region where the substance was first discovered. This is where the term “milk of Magnesia” comes from, but this substance is actually magnesium hydroxide which is a type of saline laxative. Elemental magnesium, on the other hand, is … Continue reading Magnesium – the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body
High levels of dietary acid destroy important body functions
Acid is naturally in the foods that we eat. Some acid in the body is not a bad thing, but when it is in abundance, it can be dangerous and cause the body great issues. Acids can be found in foods like fruits, but these acids are not harmful. The harmful forms of acids come … Continue reading High levels of dietary acid destroy important body functions
Discover 10 Nutritious Foods that Are High in Phosphorus
Source: Discover 10 Nutritious Foods that Are High in Phosphorus by Dr. Edward Group Phosphorus is a mineral that helps your body maintain healthy bones and teeth. [1] It is essential for life and makes up about 1% of your body weight, making it the second most abundant mineral in your body next to calcium. 85% of the … Continue reading Discover 10 Nutritious Foods that Are High in Phosphorus
New Innovation in Telomere Extension
Source: New Innovation in Telomere Extension by Dr. Edward Group Telomeres are the caps at the end of human DNA strands known as chromosomes that protect the DNA code of the genome. As humans age, telomeres begin to decrease in size, causing cellular aging. After telomeres reach a certain length, the cell is no longer able … Continue reading New Innovation in Telomere Extension
6 Tips for “Going Green” Outside Your House
Source: 6 Tips for “Going Green” Outside Your House by Dr. Edward Group So we’ve seen what we can do inside the house to make a difference on the environment, see my previous blog post “Going Green inside your home“. Now let’s see what we can do on the outside. And let me tell you, if … Continue reading 6 Tips for “Going Green” Outside Your House
Heme Iron Vs. Nonheme Iron: What’s the Difference?
Source: Heme Iron Vs. Nonheme Iron: What’s the Difference? by Dr. Edward Group Not all iron is created equally, and if you have an iron imbalance, you should carefully consider which iron is best for your health. Your body recognizes the difference between heme and nonheme iron sources and will absorb each type differently. These types … Continue reading Heme Iron Vs. Nonheme Iron: What’s the Difference?
Iron Toxicity: All You Need to Know About Iron Overdose
Source: Iron Toxicity: All You Need to Know About Iron Overdose by Dr. Edward Group We need iron to live. Without it, our red blood cells wouldn’t be able to carry oxygen through our blood. Iron plays essential roles in energy metabolism, hormone synthesis, growth, development, brain function, immune activity, and cellular function.[1, 2] However, you only need trace amounts … Continue reading Iron Toxicity: All You Need to Know About Iron Overdose
What are Dust Mites?
Source: What are Dust Mites? by Dr. Edward Group Dust mites are tiny, eight-legged arthropods that invade your home and nourish themselves on the dust flakes of human skin. Not only are they an annoying indoor pest, they can cause us some health issues. Barely visible to the naked eye, dust mites are found in untidy and … Continue reading What are Dust Mites?
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