The brain neurotransmitter dopamine activates the metabolism helping the body establish a healthy weight. Additionally, dopamine helps the brain generate sufficient energy to run the body. It stimulates the heart, regulates the flow of information through our brains, controls movement, and allows humans to experience feelings of passion and pleasure, according to the Health News Stand website. … Continue reading Supercharge your brain with foods that stimulate dopamine production
Can a Parent’s Job Raise Risk of Birth Defects in Baby?
We know that what a mother eats affects her unborn children, and we are beginning to realize that what mothers and fathers do long before conception can affect the health and life of their children as well. But, can a parent’s job affect their unborn child? Research suggests it may [1]. Occupational Hazards Matter It’s really … Continue reading Can a Parent’s Job Raise Risk of Birth Defects in Baby?
Study Shows Babies Are Born Polluted
Back in 2010, a report by the President’s Cancer Panel called for a change in the regulation of chemicals produced by industry. Why? Because a study had found that babies were polluted at birth [1]. Before they even had the privilege of joining the physical world, the unborn were found to be affected by the sins of it. Research … Continue reading Study Shows Babies Are Born Polluted
Study: Hospital Experience Falls Short of Home Birthing
Aside from vaccinations, home birthing is one of the most controversial issues involving pregnancy. In some countries, like Hungary, midwives have been sentenced to prison for helping out with home births.[1, 2] Sadly, though, the same is true in many states of the US where it’s either outright illegal to practice midwifery or, though not officially banned, … Continue reading Study: Hospital Experience Falls Short of Home Birthing
Iodine Deficiency During Pregnancy Impacts Children’s Brain Development
Source: Iodine Deficiency During Pregnancy Impacts Children’s Brain Development by Dr. Edward Group You probably know that pregnant women are encouraged to take additional vitamins and minerals for the sake of their baby’s development. Folic acid, calcium, and iron have long been considered the holy trinity of prenatal wellness. But here’s one you may not be so … Continue reading Iodine Deficiency During Pregnancy Impacts Children’s Brain Development
Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children
Source: Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children by Dr. Edward Group Pediatricians will tell you how important it is for expectant mothers to take prenatal vitamins during pregnancy. Pregnancy is a time when it’s essential for mothers and their developing babies have access to all the vitamins, … Continue reading Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children
7 Important Functions of Vitamin B-12
Source: 7 Important Functions of Vitamin B-12 by Dr. Edward Group It’s estimated nearly 40% of the American population suffers from B12 levels that are too low. [1] With low B12 levels, your brain doesn’t work quite right and more often than not you’re suffering from chronic fatigue. But vitamin B12 does more than just support healthy energy levels. … Continue reading 7 Important Functions of Vitamin B-12
What Is Sublingual B-12?
Source: What Is Sublingual B-12? by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin B-12 plays a vital role in energy and red blood cell production, protects DNA, supports cardiovascular and bone health, and is absolutely necessary for memory and overall mental health. The problem is, your body doesn’t absorb vitamin B-12 too well. What’s more, it’s estimated about 40% of Americans … Continue reading What Is Sublingual B-12?
What’s the Difference Between Folate and Folic Acid?
Source: What’s the Difference Between Folate and Folic Acid? by Dr. Edward Group It’s a common question — what is the difference between folate and folic acid? Is folate the same as folic acid? It can be confusing, because depending where you look, the terms used interchangeably. And, you may also read how important it is … Continue reading What’s the Difference Between Folate and Folic Acid?
What is Methylated Folate?
Source: What is Methylated Folate? by Dr. Edward Group The human body needs folate, or vitamin B9, for several essential functions. Folate activates, synthesizes, and repairs DNA. It converts homocysteine, which you don’t want too much of, into methionine, an essential amino acid. Vitamin B9 also aids cell division, is required for red blood cell production, … Continue reading What is Methylated Folate?
