Source: What Is Intrinsic Factor? by Dr. Edward Group Intrinsic factor is the most obscure—yet most important—glycoprotein in the human body. It has only one primary function that is essential for good health. Produced by the parietal cells of the stomach as well as the salivary glands, intrinsic factor has a brief, but very important life. … Continue reading What Is Intrinsic Factor?
Hungary torches 500 hectares of GM corn to eradicate GMOs from food supply
When it comes to protecting the public from GMOs, Hungary knows how to get the job done: set fire to the fields growing GM corn! Although environmentalists might at first argue about the ramifications of burning so much organic matter right out in the open, the deeper truth is that genetic pollution poses a vastly more serious threat … Continue reading Hungary torches 500 hectares of GM corn to eradicate GMOs from food supply
Orotates and Mineral Transporters
Source: Orotates and Mineral Transporters by Dr. Edward Group Whenever anyone asks me what’s the best way to take mineral supplements, I often give an answer they don’t expect, “Orotates!” The blank looks I usually get tell me that further explanation is necessary. A few years ago, Ed Sharpe wrote a long and thorough report about … Continue reading Orotates and Mineral Transporters
The Benefits of Zinc Orotates
Source: The Benefits of Zinc Orotates by Dr. Edward Group Zinc Orotate is a mineral salt found in the human body in trace amounts. Discovered by Dr. Hans Nieper, each molecule of zinc orotate is composed of two molecules of orotic acid and one zinc atom.This innovative German doctor found that this particular form of zinc … Continue reading The Benefits of Zinc Orotates
Vitamins and Minerals
Source: Vitamins and Minerals by Dr. Edward Group Even though they’re in almost everything we eat and drink, many people aren’t exactly clear what the distinction is between vitamins and dietary minerals. We’re told they’re important and we need them to keep us healthy, but what’s the difference? What Are Vitamins?Vitamins are organic compounds the human … Continue reading Vitamins and Minerals
The Efficient Absorption of Nutrients: What Is Bioavailability?
Source: The Efficient Absorption of Nutrients: What Is Bioavailability? by Dr. Edward Group Bioavailability is the proportion of a nutrient the human body is able to absorb and use. You might think that when you eat an apple every iota of vitamin A, every antioxidant, and every mineral it contains is used by your body with … Continue reading The Efficient Absorption of Nutrients: What Is Bioavailability?
Melatonin treats migraine headaches
A recent study showed that melatonin is an effective treatment for migraine headaches. Study participants had a history of 2 to 8 migraines per month. They were divided into three groups, those taking 3 mg of melatonin, 25 mg of amityptyline (an antidepressant drug commonly used to prevent migraines), and placebo. The melatonin group had … Continue reading Melatonin treats migraine headaches
Are Coffee Grounds Good For Plants?
Source: Are Coffee Grounds Good For Plants? by Dr. Edward Group You only need to walk past a coffee shop in any American city to see that our country loves java. With so much coffee being consumed on a daily basis, it’s encouraging to learn that there is a productive use for all those grinds. Next … Continue reading Are Coffee Grounds Good For Plants?
7 Tips for Starting Your Own Organic Garden
Source: 7 Tips for Starting Your Own Organic Garden by Dr. Edward Group Many readers have expressed interest in creating their own organic garden in their own backyard. As a result, I wanted to share a few tips for starting a backyard garden that is organic, sustainable and earth-friendly. There are numerous benefits to planting your … Continue reading 7 Tips for Starting Your Own Organic Garden
7 Reasons You Should Buy Fair Trade Coffee
Source: 7 Reasons You Should Buy Fair Trade Coffee by Dr. Edward Group We have all heard much buzz lately about buying fair trade and organic products, particularly in reference to daily commodities such as coffee. But what does “fair trade” actually mean? And why is it so important to buy fair trade, organic coffee? What … Continue reading 7 Reasons You Should Buy Fair Trade Coffee
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