Source: Thyroid Gland: Functions, Symptoms, Diet, and Natural Support by Dr. Edward Group The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of your neck, sort of like an internal bowtie. Part of the endocrine system, your thyroid produces and secretes the hormones T4 and T3. These essential hormones regulate growth, development, and metabolism.[1] A … Continue reading Thyroid Gland: Functions, Symptoms, Diet, and Natural Support
Thyroid Hormones: Mastering the Importance of the Thyroid
Source: Thyroid Hormones: Mastering the Importance of the Thyroid by Dr. Edward Group Thyroid hormones are chemical substances, made in and secreted by the thyroid gland. They are essential for normal metabolism and development. There are three types of thyroid hormones—thyroxine (T4), triiodothyronine (T3), and calcitonin. What Is the Thyroid? The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland … Continue reading Thyroid Hormones: Mastering the Importance of the Thyroid
Metabolism and the Thyroid
Source: Metabolism and the Thyroid by Dr. Edward Group Often referred to as the “master gland,” the thyroid manages important body processes, including protein creation, energy levels, and metabolism. Because metabolic output is often related to body mass, proper thyroid function is instrumental when you’re trying to regulate your body weight. Thyroid deficiencies can lead to weight … Continue reading Metabolism and the Thyroid
12 Ways to Support Your Immune System Naturally
Source: 12 Ways to Support Your Immune System Naturally by Dr. Edward Group Your immune system is your frontline defense against environmental toxins, viruses, bacteria, and other harmful microorganisms. Unfortunately, the toxins present in today’s world are weakening the human immune system at an ever-increasing rate and there’s only so much we can do to … Continue reading 12 Ways to Support Your Immune System Naturally
10 Natural Remedies for Kidney Stones
Source: 10 Natural Remedies for Kidney Stones by Dr. Edward Group The kidneys are one of the most important organs in the human body. The kidneys help to detox and filter impurities from the blood, as well as waste products from your urine. Kidney stones form when the kidneys are not able to process toxins efficiently. … Continue reading 10 Natural Remedies for Kidney Stones
5 Unhealthy Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy
Source: 5 Unhealthy Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy by Dr. Edward Group If you’re pregnant, you want to assure that your developing child is receiving only the very best. One way to do this is to consume as much natural, plant-based foods as possible. Unfortunately, there are many different theories about what foods constitute a good diet. … Continue reading 5 Unhealthy Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy
6 Home Remedies for Acid Reflux
Source: 6 Home Remedies for Acid Reflux by Dr. Edward Group Acid reflux is painful. Food and acid splash into the esophagus and cause belching, heartburn and, in some severe cases, chest pains. Some individuals have experienced pain so intense they thought they were having a heart attack. If a person experiences acid reflux on a regular … Continue reading 6 Home Remedies for Acid Reflux
Tribulus Terrestris: Herbal Aphrodisiac?
Source: Tribulus Terrestris: Herbal Aphrodisiac? by Dr. Edward Group In Ayurvedic medicine, plants and extracts are used as herbal remedies for a multitude of health problems, including sexual disorders. For this, Tribulus terrestris is one of the preferred herbal aphrodisiacs. [1] The use of Tribulus terrestris is not limited to India, as the therapeutic plant has … Continue reading Tribulus Terrestris: Herbal Aphrodisiac?
What is Andropause? AKA The Male Menopause
Source: What is Andropause? AKA The Male Menopause by Dr. Edward Group The phenomenon of the biological clock isn’t exclusive to women, it seems men also are prone to age-related changes in hormone levels, sexual function, physical features, and quality of life. These changes, dubbed "andropause" (and sometimes "male menopause") are due to a progressive decrease … Continue reading What is Andropause? AKA The Male Menopause
The Mediterranean’s best kept secret: The benefits of olive oil
Olive oil is a light, greenish-yellow oil that has been used in the Mediterranean for centuries. It is extracted from olives using a variety of processes, the most common being the cold-pressed process. Other extraction methods include using chemicals and solvents that remove the majority of oil but leave the olive itself intact. Is virgin … Continue reading The Mediterranean’s best kept secret: The benefits of olive oil
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