Source: Health Benefits of Organic Royal Jelly by Dr. Edward Group Royal Jelly is unique and its health benefits are tremendous in bees and in humans. This creamy secretion, produced by worker bees, is fed to bee larvae to develop them into workers. However, if higher amounts of royal jelly are fed to a select few … Continue reading Health Benefits of Organic Royal Jelly
Are chia seeds the answer to weight loss?
It's no secret that chia seeds are a powerful superfood. Through the years, people have eagerly added them to a variety of foods, from smoothies and yogurts, to oats and fruit. With three times more iron than spinach, and twice the amount of protein of any other seed or grain, it comes as no surprise that … Continue reading Are chia seeds the answer to weight loss?
Calcium in Vegetables
Source: Calcium in Vegetables by Dr. Edward Group You may be surprised to learn that there is enough calcium in vegetables to supply all of your daily calcium requirements. The advertising industry has led us all to believe that cow’s milk is the best primary source of this vital element. Not only is this not a fact, … Continue reading Calcium in Vegetables
Infographic! 10 Calcium-Rich Fruits!
Source: Infographic! 10 Calcium-Rich Fruits! by Dr. Edward Group Dairy is NOT the only source of calcium! We created this infographic to raise awareness that plant sources of calcium are available. If you missed the original article, 10 Fruits Rich in Calcium, be sure to check that out too. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or just looking for an … Continue reading Infographic! 10 Calcium-Rich Fruits!
Health Benefits of Maqui Berries
Source: Health Benefits of Maqui Berries by Dr. Edward Group According to the Center for Human Nutrition at UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine, evidence overwhelmingly supports the health benefits of adding berries to your diet. [1] Frequently cited as fabulous sources of antioxidants and vitamins, nearly anyone can benefit by including more berries in their diet. [2]Raspberries, … Continue reading Health Benefits of Maqui Berries
What Is Lucuma? – Health Benefits and Uses
Source: What Is Lucuma? – Health Benefits and Uses by Dr. Edward Group Beloved by the Incas, lucuma is a super nutritious Peruvian fruit that contains beta carotene, iron, zinc, vitamin B3, calcium, and protein. Its maple-like taste makes it a sweet addition to smoothies, baked goods, and even ice cream. Viewed as a symbol of fertility and creation, … Continue reading What Is Lucuma? – Health Benefits and Uses
Chocolate for longevity: Great grandmother, 102, attributes her long and healthy life to a daily treat of the dark stuff
If you want to reach the age of 100, eat chocolate every day. A great-great grandmother who just turned 102 years old on January 16 said that the key to her healthy long life is a daily dose of chocolate, particularly dark chocolate. Eunice Modlin from Indiana, U.S.A. shared that eating two pieces of dark chocolate each … Continue reading Chocolate for longevity: Great grandmother, 102, attributes her long and healthy life to a daily treat of the dark stuff
5 Surprising Facts About Durian
Source: 5 Surprising Facts About Durian by Dr. Edward Group With its onion-custard flavor and an odor that resembles rotten gym socks, the durian fruit is perhaps the most notorious fruit of all. While supermarkets are slowly beginning to offer more internationally popular fruits, durian has yet to reach mainstream attention. The “why” isn’t much of … Continue reading 5 Surprising Facts About Durian
Pomegranates may prevent estrogen-driven breast cancer
Many breast cancers are estrogen-dependent. So a class of drugs called aromatase inhibitors (AI) that block the synthesis of estrogen are used by mainstream medical doctors to attempt to slow the growth of estrogen sensitive breast tumors. Unfortunately, as the Mayo Clinic web site points out, AI drugs -- which include anastrozole (Arimidex), letrozole (Femara) … Continue reading Pomegranates may prevent estrogen-driven breast cancer
4 Encouraging Facts About Food in America
Source: 4 Encouraging Facts About Food in America by Dr. Edward Group In today’s society, rarely is the news positive. Whether it’s on a local, national, or global level, networks generally focus on stories that can leave us disheartened and upset. Even some natural health websites will shift their focus of educating their audience on the benefits … Continue reading 4 Encouraging Facts About Food in America
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 