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How Red Meat Interferes with the Immune System

Source: How Red Meat Interferes with the Immune System by Dr. Edward Group There has been a lot of controversy surrounding red meat in recent years, with some experts concerned that eating large amounts may increase the risk of heart disease, atherosclerosis, and type 2 diabetes. While meat could be considered a natural food, its conventional processing … Continue reading How Red Meat Interferes with the Immune System

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Can Diabetics Eat Rice?

Source: Can Diabetics Eat Rice? by Dr. Edward Group Good news for diabetics: Rice has been found to have varying glycemic indices. How Does Diabetes Affect Blood Sugar? For persons with type 2 diabetes, managing their blood sugar is an important daily task. Type 2 diabetes is a condition where the body either doesn’t produce enough … Continue reading Can Diabetics Eat Rice?

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Is Eating Meat Bad For The Environment?

Source: Is Eating Meat Bad For The Environment? by Dr. Edward Group We’ve all heard the debate about eating meat and how it may have a negative effect on the environment. Here are a few reasons why eating an excessive amount of meat may be causing more harm to our planet than good. The Effects of … Continue reading Is Eating Meat Bad For The Environment?

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Does Coffee Harm Your Gut?

Source: Does Coffee Harm Your Gut? by Dr. Edward Group Coffee’s received a lot of good publicity in recent years for the way it appears to protect the brain from degenerative diseases. We know that coffee is full of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, plant-compounds, fats, and carbs. In small amounts, coffee can actually be beneficial … Continue reading Does Coffee Harm Your Gut?

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Is Sugar Toxic?

Source: Is Sugar Toxic? by Dr. Edward Group There’s been a lot of talk about the dangers of refined sugars like high fructose corn syrup, sucrose, and others. After decades of research, it appears the adverse effects of refined sugars on human health are finally gaining much deserved mainstream attention. According to the CDC, more than 30% … Continue reading Is Sugar Toxic?

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5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame

Source: 5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame by Dr. Edward Group Aspartame is a nasty chemical that’s sold as a zero-calorie healthy sweetener. But did you know that it’s technically not calorie-free? Not a lot, only about 4 calories per gram. [1] That isn’t a lot, and it’s not a big deal. But it’s one weird fact you probably didn’t … Continue reading 5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame

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Are You Giving Your Children Poisonous Apple Juice?

Source: Are You Giving Your Children Poisonous Apple Juice? by Dr. Edward Group Most of us do our best to limit the amount of non-nutritional junk sitting around the house, especially those of us with kids.Instead of sugary sodas, many smart parents will usually reach for a healthier alternative, such as apple juice. Sadly, new findings … Continue reading Are You Giving Your Children Poisonous Apple Juice?

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Hot Dogs: Questions and Answers

Source: Hot Dogs: Questions and Answers by Dr. Edward Group Consuming Hot Dogs Can Be Harmful to Your Health Multiple studies have determined that consumption of hot dogs can be a risk factor for childhood cancer. Peters et al studied the relationship between the intake of certain foods and the risk of leukemia in children from … Continue reading Hot Dogs: Questions and Answers

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Reducing Daily Salt Intake Recommended for Improved Health

Source: Reducing Daily Salt Intake Recommended for Improved Health by Dr. Edward Group Earlier this year, the American Heart Association (AHA) called for a nationwide reduction in daily salt intake, along with tighter government and industry regulations regarding the levels of standard table salt (Sodium Chloride) found in everyday foods. The AHA’s previous suggestion – set forth in … Continue reading Reducing Daily Salt Intake Recommended for Improved Health

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Gluten, aspartame and canola oil – an American ‘recipe’ for health disaster

God bless America and your right to choose between healthy living and slow death by chemical consumption, if only you knew how. Where are the warnings about canola oil choking your cells and fueling cancer? Where are the hazardous waste signs on the product labels that contain aspartame, letting consumers know that it is the … Continue reading Gluten, aspartame and canola oil – an American ‘recipe’ for health disaster