Think baby formula with brown rice syrup is the healthier choice? Think again: infant formula made with brown rice syrup may contain 30 times more arsenic than other formulas, according to a new study from Dartmouth College. Environmental chemist Brian P. Jackson led the team of researchers in their study of arsenic levels in 17 … Continue reading Shocking levels of arsenic found in baby formula made with brown rice syrup
Gluten-Free, Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Source: Gluten-Free, Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe by Dr. Edward Group These double chocolate chip cookies are not your average cookie. For one, there’s no flour, refined sugar, or processed oils in this seven-ingredient recipe. The best part is that they actually taste good! Some gluten-free, vegan recipes are hit-or-miss. A lot of them just taste bland. These … Continue reading Gluten-Free, Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Refined Sugar: Sweet but Toxic to Your Health
Source: Refined Sugar: Sweet but Toxic to Your Health by Dr. Edward Group Most of us recognize that sugar does not promote good health. In fact, most people know that sugar is unhealthy, but not everyone understands the full extent of its unhealthiness. Refined sugar, such as high fructose corn syrup, is nothing but empty calories and … Continue reading Refined Sugar: Sweet but Toxic to Your Health
What is Gluten In?
Source: What is Gluten In? by Dr. Edward Group Gluten is a plant protein found mostly in cereal grains such as wheat, rye, spelt, kamut, emmer, einkorn and triticale, and barley. Its chemical composition consists of two primary amino acids known as Gliadin and Glutenin. These amino acid sequences are composed of four main proteins: globulins, prolamins, … Continue reading What is Gluten In?
The 9 Best Dietary Antioxidants
Source: The 9 Best Dietary Antioxidants by Dr. Edward Group Antioxidants have the ability to neutralize and reduce free radical damage. To deeply comprehend the power of antioxidants, you must first understand what free radicals are and how they react in the body. Free radicals are harmful compounds that have an unpaired electron, an aspect of … Continue reading The 9 Best Dietary Antioxidants
Properties of Aloe Plant Leaves
Source: Properties of Aloe Plant Leaves by Dr. Edward Group When it comes to plants, aloe is a rock star. Around the world, aloe plants – especially aloe vera – have many traditional uses and plays an important role in many cultures. You’ve probably seen it used in skin care lotions and recommended for conditions like sunburn, … Continue reading Properties of Aloe Plant Leaves
Traditional Uses of Aloe Vera from All Around the World
Source: Traditional Uses of Aloe Vera from All Around the World by Dr. Edward Group It’s no secret aloe vera is one of the most popular succulents around the world today. For thousands of years, it has been grown for a variety of uses—everything from oral health, skin benefits, and even dietary supplementation. It’s also an example … Continue reading Traditional Uses of Aloe Vera from All Around the World
10 Aloe Vera Uses You Probably Didn’t Know About
Source: 10 Aloe Vera Uses You Probably Didn’t Know About by Dr. Edward Group Aloe vera, also known as Aloe barbadensis, has been a staple for thousands of years in many cultures around the world. Today, it’s used in lotions, ointments, creams, sunburn remedies, and cosmetics, among other things. Traditional uses for aloe vera include soothing burns, … Continue reading 10 Aloe Vera Uses You Probably Didn’t Know About
Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own Aloe Vera
Source: Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own Aloe Vera by Dr. Edward Group The aloe vera plant has become incredibly popular. It’s a very easy plant to care for, making it a staple in many homes. A large part of aloe vera’s popularity can be attributed to the fact that it boasts a wide range of … Continue reading Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own Aloe Vera
What Is Acemannan?
Source: What Is Acemannan? by Dr. Edward Group Acemannan, pronounced “ace-man-nan”, is a polysaccharide found in the inner part of aloe vera leaves. It’s actually the component that sets aloe vera apart from the 400+ other species of aloe plants. Acemannan has many nutritional qualities and is largely responsible for the benefits aloe vera offers. [1] Do … Continue reading What Is Acemannan?
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 