Source: How Do Laxatives Work for Constipation? by Dr. Edward Group Laxative are usually the first thing people think about when contemplating a remedy for constipation relief. Laxatives, however, only address the symptoms and not the underlying factors that bring about constipation. Most people associate the term “laxative” with “a pill that makes you go” without … Continue reading How Do Laxatives Work for Constipation?
8 Foods that Cause Acid Reflux
Source: 8 Foods that Cause Acid Reflux by Dr. Edward Group Acid reflux, or heartburn, is characterized by a considerable burning sensation in the stomach and esophagus region. Extremely bothersome, there is a direct correlation between the foods we put in the body and the experience of acid reflux. When we eat alot of highly acidic … Continue reading 8 Foods that Cause Acid Reflux
5 Ways to Protect Your Spine at Work
Source: 5 Ways to Protect Your Spine at Work by Dr. Edward Group Regardless if you have a job that requires a lot of heavy lifting, or you spend most of your days at a desk, or do something in between, back injuries are something you always want to avoid. They can happen really easily from … Continue reading 5 Ways to Protect Your Spine at Work
3 Types of Exercise that are Great for Lower Back Pain
Source: 3 Types of Exercise that are Great for Lower Back Pain by Dr. Edward Group There’s no question that exercise is one of the best ways to strengthen your body, improve flexibility, and boost your metabolism. It turns out that quite a bit of evidence supports the idea that exercise can help lower back pain, … Continue reading 3 Types of Exercise that are Great for Lower Back Pain
11 Natural Remedies for Hot Flashes
Source: 11 Natural Remedies for Hot Flashes by Dr. Edward Group There are many symptoms of menopause and perimenopause. Different women experience different mixes of symptoms, depending mostly on hormonal makeup and lifestyle, and most women report the experience of hot flashes. Research shows eighty-five percent of American women experience them within the first year or … Continue reading 11 Natural Remedies for Hot Flashes
What Is Hashimoto’s Disease?
Source: What Is Hashimoto’s Disease? by Dr. Edward Group The prevalence of thyroid disorders in America has reached epidemic proportions and it’s only getting worse. Hashimoto’s disease, also known as lymphocytic thyroiditis or autoimmune thyroiditis, is the most common thyroid disease. It’s characterized by chronic inflammation of the thyroid gland, reducing the gland’s normal function. Reduced … Continue reading What Is Hashimoto’s Disease?
Gut Flora: 7 Ways Probiotics Affect Your Health
Source: Gut Flora: 7 Ways Probiotics Affect Your Health by Dr. Edward Group Your gut is where digestion begins, it’s connected to your brain, and it’s at least 70% of your immune system. The bottom line — you can’t be healthy if your gut isn’t healthy. A diet free of refined sugar and artificial ingredients are … Continue reading Gut Flora: 7 Ways Probiotics Affect Your Health
Study: Gum Arabic Boosts Prebiotic Activity
Source: Study: Gum Arabic Boosts Prebiotic Activity by Dr. Edward Group Probiotics have received much attention in recent years. Television commercials advertising yogurt with live active cultures, news bits that discuss the miraculous power of good bacteria, and kombucha may have peaked your interest in probiotics. While probiotics can be helpful for introducing new colonies of … Continue reading Study: Gum Arabic Boosts Prebiotic Activity
How Gut Bacteria Protects Your Liver
Source: How Gut Bacteria Protects Your Liver by Dr. Edward Group The beneficial microbes inhabiting your gut have long been known to support digestive health, but deeper research is showing how intestinal bacteria controls and protects organ health. The liver, one of the organs reliant on a healthy balance of good bacteria, is our main detoxifying … Continue reading How Gut Bacteria Protects Your Liver
Study: Probiotics May Help Protect Infants From Respiratory Illness
Source: Study: Probiotics May Help Protect Infants From Respiratory Illness by Dr. Edward Group Findings presented by Finnish researchers at the University of Turku further supports the potential benefits of probiotics during the first months of life, particularly with regard to respiratory health. The scientists claim a near 30 percent reduction in respiratory illness among infants … Continue reading Study: Probiotics May Help Protect Infants From Respiratory Illness
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