Source: Is Coffee Good or Bad For You? by Dr. Edward Group Many have said that our country runs on coffee. Some might also say we’re addicted to caffeine and the energy it provides. Caffeine is a highly addictive compound that many people have come to depend on for the perception of increased energy. Caffeine operates by … Continue reading Is Coffee Good or Bad For You?
The Health Benefits of Pomegranates
Source: The Health Benefits of Pomegranates by Dr. Edward Group Organic pomegranate seeds or refreshing pomegranate juice is a delicious, refreshing snack! This slightly peculiar fruit has been thought to hold legendary powers for centuries. Persians believe Eve actually ate a pomegranate when she plucked from the tree of knowledge in the Garden of Eden, not … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Pomegranates
Health Benefits of Chia Seeds
Source: Health Benefits of Chia Seeds by Dr. Edward Group Health awareness is increasing everywhere and so is the demand for healthy foods. Arguably, prepackaged and processed food unnecessarily pollute the can-be-simple process of providing our bodies with nutrition. In response, many people look to whole, raw foods that have traditional appreciation. If you want to … Continue reading Health Benefits of Chia Seeds
How to grow blueberries in pots this summer
You can easily grow this blue superfood in your home. Yes, you read that right. The highly-touted “happy food” can find its own happy place inside a pot. This guide will teach you everything you need to know about cultivating this super fruit. Acid is your best friend The most important factor to consider is acidity levels. Blueberries thrive … Continue reading How to grow blueberries in pots this summer
Strawberries contain powerful anti-cancer medicines and have now been scientifically shown to prevent breast cancer
A new animal study showed that 500g of concentrated strawberry extract (equivalent to around 10 and 15 strawberries) can reduce breast cancer cell growth. Researchers noted that their findings build on existing data that prove the usefulness of strawberries in reducing blood cholesterol levels. Published in Scientific Reports, authors claimed that a diet that is rich … Continue reading Strawberries contain powerful anti-cancer medicines and have now been scientifically shown to prevent breast cancer
Blueberries: superfood for the heart
Blueberries are well known as being one of the superfoods prized by health experts. While it is important to remember that eating a well balanced diet is the key to good health, there are a number of foods that have been shown to have particularly promising health benefits. It is often that these superfoods have … Continue reading Blueberries: superfood for the heart
Report: Eating Fruits and Vegetables Reduces Risk of Death
Source: Report: Eating Fruits and Vegetables Reduces Risk of Death by Dr. Edward Group A vegan or vegetarian diet has long been promoted as a healthy lifestyle choice thanks to a mountain of evidence available to back it up. And now, there’s even more quantitative evidence. A recent report from University College of London reveals that eating seven … Continue reading Report: Eating Fruits and Vegetables Reduces Risk of Death
Benefits of the Agaricus blazei Murrill Mushroom
Source: Benefits of the Agaricus blazei Murrill Mushroom by Dr. Edward Group Agaricus blazei Murrill is an edible Brazilian mushroom with a low calorie content and high nutrient density. The mushroom, which originates in a small Brazilian village called Piedade, contains minerals, fibers, vitamins and amino acids. In 1960, a Japanese researcher named Takatoshi Furumoto discovered the … Continue reading Benefits of the Agaricus blazei Murrill Mushroom
Chaga Mushroom: The Immune-Boosting Superfood
Source: Chaga Mushroom: The Immune-Boosting Superfood by Dr. Edward Group Chaga (Inonotus Obliquus) is a mushroom that typically grows on birch trees in colder climates across the Northern Hemisphere. At first glance, the mushroom doesn’t look very appealing; actually, it doesn’t even looks like a mushroom at all! Appearances can be deceiving, however, as this special … Continue reading Chaga Mushroom: The Immune-Boosting Superfood
Broccoli Sprouts: Nature’s Most Powerful Cancer-Fighting Food
Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli are very rich in nutrients, including several carotenoids; vitamins E, C, and K; folate; and minerals. They also are an excellent fiber source. A high consumption of cruciferous vegetables has been linked with a decreased risk of cancer. Broccoli contains elements known as glucosinolates, which are sulfur-containing chemicals. During chewing and … Continue reading Broccoli Sprouts: Nature’s Most Powerful Cancer-Fighting Food
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 