Anxiety and other stress-related issues are on the rise in the United States. Anxiety disorders affect 40 million American adults, which is about one-fifth of the country's total population. Each year, millions of prescriptions are written for anti-anxiety drugs such as Valium, Xanax, and Tranxene (benzodiazepines). They are the most commonly prescribed medicines which account for almost … Continue reading Calm your anxiety and stress with these 10 natural herbs
The Health Benefits of Invertase
Source: The Health Benefits of Invertase by Dr. Edward Group Invertase is a carbohydrate-digesting enzyme that splits sucrose (common table sugar) into its component parts, glucose and fructose. It is generally derived from a beneficial strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae and then purified to be used either by itself or as a part of a multi-enzyme formula. … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Invertase
The Health Benefits of Alpha Galactosidase
Source: The Health Benefits of Alpha Galactosidase by Dr. Edward Group Beans, greens (especially cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower) and heavy carbohydrate-laden foods can cause gassiness and bloating.These foods have carbohydrates that are linked to proteins or fats (known as glycoproteins or glycolipids) which aren’t effectively broken down in the gut; these poorly-digested particles … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Alpha Galactosidase
The Health Benefits of Nattokinase
Source: The Health Benefits of Nattokinase by Dr. Edward Group Nattokinase is a powerful proteolytic enzyme that has fibrinolytic health benefits. It is best known for its astounding fibrinolytic (anti-clotting) capacities. Perhaps its most supported use is in the area of cardiovascular health, where it helps to rejuvenate healthy fibrin metabolism and reduce blood clotting, thus … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Nattokinase
The Health Benefits of Phytase
Source: The Health Benefits of Phytase by Dr. Edward Group Phytase is an enzyme that has the ability to liberate the phosphate and mineral residues from phytic acid (phytate), a compound formed during the maturation process of plant seeds and grains that is commonly found in plant-based foods. Roughly two thirds of the phosphorous present in … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Phytase
The Health Benefits of Beta-Glucanase
Source: The Health Benefits of Beta-Glucanase by Dr. Edward Group Beta-Glucanase represents a group of carbohydrate enzymes which break down glycosidic bonds within beta-glucan. These glucans also create up to 60% of the cell wall of many forms of fungal organisms such as Candida albicans and candidal biofilm (the common experience of candida in the gut). Beta glucans … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Beta-Glucanase
What Is Citric Acid?
Source: What Is Citric Acid? by Dr. Edward Group Have you ever read a food or supplement label, saw that it contained citric acid, and wondered what the heck citric acid is? Though the name sounds half-natural half-synthetic, citric acid is a wonderful natural ingredient that can boost detoxification and support healthy digestion, energy levels, and kidney … Continue reading What Is Citric Acid?
8 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil
Source: 8 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil by Dr. Edward Group Olive oil has received well-deserved attention over the last 10-15 years. This is the main ingredient that plays an important role in the Mediterranean diet. For years, studies have shown people who consume this type of diet live longer and enjoy a better quality of … Continue reading 8 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil
Vitamin A Deficiency in Children
Source: Vitamin A Deficiency in Children by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin A supplements for children could save 600,000 lives a year [1]. Current World Health Organization (WHO) estimates indicate roughly 190 million children, worldwide, under the age of five, suffer from the effects of vitamin A deficiency. These effects include increased susceptibility to potentially life-threatening infections, vision … Continue reading Vitamin A Deficiency in Children
What are the Health Benefits of Spirulina?
Source: What are the Health Benefits of Spirulina? by Dr. Edward Group Spirulina is cyanobacterium (blue-green algae) that grows in alkaline water. Spirulina is rich in protein and nutrients and been used as a food source in Africa for centuries. Today, spirulina powders and capsules are popular nutritional supplements. And, the rich antioxidant properties and therapeutic … Continue reading What are the Health Benefits of Spirulina?
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