Many mothers are familiar with BPA, or Bisphenol A, because their infants and toddlers had come into direct contact with this leaching molecule from their baby bottles, sippy cups and plastic teething rings. Or maybe the young ones gnawed on compact discs, cell phones, sunglasses and food storage containers. BPA helps form the hard, clear plastic called polycarbonate, along with … Continue reading Beware BPA vs. BPA free: the plastics industry is trading one toxin for another
Hair loss drugs turn men into women by blocking testosterone, male hormones
If you or someone you know takes pharmaceutical drugs that claim to prevent or reverse male-pattern hair loss, you could be inadvertently turning yourself from a man into a woman without even knowing it. This is what William McKee, who now goes by the name of "Mandi," says happened to him after taking a generic … Continue reading Hair loss drugs turn men into women by blocking testosterone, male hormones
Do vegans need more iodine?
The vegan lifestyle can be quite healthy if the diet is composed of fresh, organic foods. This takes some planning. Vegans also need to avoid heavily processed vegan foods that give the false impression of providing balanced nutrition when they do not. Studies that compare a balanced vegan diet with that of vegetarians, and omnivores … Continue reading Do vegans need more iodine?
8 Shocking Facts about Bovine Growth Hormone
Source: 8 Shocking Facts about Bovine Growth Hormone by Dr. Edward Group Since bovine growth hormone received FDA approval in 1993, three disturbing health trends have emerged. Cancer cases continue to increase, obesity has become an epidemic and early onset puberty has become the norm. [1] [2] [3] Related? Maybe, maybe not. You can be the judge as you read … Continue reading 8 Shocking Facts about Bovine Growth Hormone
Everything You Wanted to Know About the Pineal Gland
Source: Everything You Wanted to Know About the Pineal Gland by Dr. Edward Group The famous philosopher Descartes described the pineal gland as the “principal seat of the soul.” You’ve probably heard of this gland being the “third eye,” a mystical chakra point residing right in the middle of your eyebrows. It turns out these ideas … Continue reading Everything You Wanted to Know About the Pineal Gland
10 ways to easily boost your serotonin levels and live a happier life
What makes you happy? The answer to this question could be different for every one because happiness is relative. But one thing’s certain: Increasing your serotonin levels can boost your mood and keep you from sulking and wallowing because of a bad day. Most commonly known as the “happy hormone” serotonin does more than boost … Continue reading 10 ways to easily boost your serotonin levels and live a happier life
5 Dangers of Hormone Replacement Therapy
Source: 5 Dangers of Hormone Replacement Therapy by Dr. Edward Group Using hormones to combat age-related hormonal shifts sounds a bit like using a sledgehammer to drive a nail into a piece of wood. Yes, the nail will go through, but at what cost? Hormones control practically every function, mechanism, and metabolic reaction in our body. Science … Continue reading 5 Dangers of Hormone Replacement Therapy
Thyroid Supplements: How to Pick the Best One
Source: Thyroid Supplements: How to Pick the Best One by Dr. Edward Group In the United States, an estimated 20 million people suffer from some type of thyroid imbalance.[1] If you’re one of them, finding the right nutritional supplements to support your thyroid can be a challenge. The problem isn’t a lack of products—quite the opposite. If … Continue reading Thyroid Supplements: How to Pick the Best One
Can Turmeric Support Thyroid Health?
Source: Can Turmeric Support Thyroid Health? by Dr. Edward Group Turmeric is one of the most potent spices, and when it comes to health benefits, nothing can match it. Not only is turmeric one of the most impressive free radical scavengers, it’s also been shown to support brain health, protect cell integrity, and even encourage a … Continue reading Can Turmeric Support Thyroid Health?
10 Best Herbs for Female Hormone Balance
Source: 10 Best Herbs for Female Hormone Balance by Dr. Edward Group Reduced sexual desire, a lack of energy, hormonal imbalance… all problems that can cause a great deal of stress for women. Of course, environmental toxins and hormone disrupting chemicals (like BPA) only make the situation worse. Fortunately, women of any age can take nutritional steps … Continue reading 10 Best Herbs for Female Hormone Balance
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 