Source: How Do Laxatives Work for Constipation? by Dr. Edward Group Laxative are usually the first thing people think about when contemplating a remedy for constipation relief. Laxatives, however, only address the symptoms and not the underlying factors that bring about constipation. Most people associate the term “laxative” with “a pill that makes you go” without … Continue reading How Do Laxatives Work for Constipation?
8 Foods that Cause Acid Reflux
Source: 8 Foods that Cause Acid Reflux by Dr. Edward Group Acid reflux, or heartburn, is characterized by a considerable burning sensation in the stomach and esophagus region. Extremely bothersome, there is a direct correlation between the foods we put in the body and the experience of acid reflux. When we eat alot of highly acidic … Continue reading 8 Foods that Cause Acid Reflux
Why Do People Gain Weight?
Source: Why Do People Gain Weight? by Dr. Edward Group Almost 70% of adults in America are considered overweight, and 35% are classified as obese. If rates continue, and many experts believe they will, 75% of the population will be either overweight or obese by the year 2020. Anyone who glances at the statistics knows something … Continue reading Why Do People Gain Weight?
5 Ways to Protect Your Spine at Work
Source: 5 Ways to Protect Your Spine at Work by Dr. Edward Group Regardless if you have a job that requires a lot of heavy lifting, or you spend most of your days at a desk, or do something in between, back injuries are something you always want to avoid. They can happen really easily from … Continue reading 5 Ways to Protect Your Spine at Work
3 Types of Exercise that are Great for Lower Back Pain
Source: 3 Types of Exercise that are Great for Lower Back Pain by Dr. Edward Group There’s no question that exercise is one of the best ways to strengthen your body, improve flexibility, and boost your metabolism. It turns out that quite a bit of evidence supports the idea that exercise can help lower back pain, … Continue reading 3 Types of Exercise that are Great for Lower Back Pain
What Is Cupping Therapy and Why Is It Trending?
Source: What Is Cupping Therapy and Why Is It Trending? by Dr. Edward Group Cupping therapy is an ancient practice that is now considered part of the complementary and alternative (CAM) medicine category, along with acupuncture and aromatherapy. During a cupping therapy session, a massage or acupuncture therapist applies suction cups to various areas of the … Continue reading What Is Cupping Therapy and Why Is It Trending?
How Much Vitamin D3 Do You Need?
Source: How Much Vitamin D3 Do You Need? by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin D is a hot topic in the news these days and it’s also one of the most controversial subjects in medical research. The main debate centers around how much vitamin D3, a natural “nutrient” synthesized by the body in response to sunlight exposure, … Continue reading How Much Vitamin D3 Do You Need?
11 Natural Remedies for Hot Flashes
Source: 11 Natural Remedies for Hot Flashes by Dr. Edward Group There are many symptoms of menopause and perimenopause. Different women experience different mixes of symptoms, depending mostly on hormonal makeup and lifestyle, and most women report the experience of hot flashes. Research shows eighty-five percent of American women experience them within the first year or … Continue reading 11 Natural Remedies for Hot Flashes
The Benefits of Acupuncture
Source: The Benefits of Acupuncture by Dr. Edward Group One alternative healing technique is the ancient practice of acupuncture. This technique involves the shallow insertion of specialized needles into the skin along the meridian points of the body. The needles have a very small diameter which makes them more easily tolerated than regular injection needles. Acupuncturists … Continue reading The Benefits of Acupuncture
Why are purple foods so good for you? Learn the science of why these pigmented choices are good for heart, brain health
You've probably heard that purple foods — from blueberries to purple versions of foods such as potatoes — are particularly good for your health, and you may have wondered what's behind this effect. In fact, it literally is the purple color itself that's good for you — the pigments that give foods their purple color … Continue reading Why are purple foods so good for you? Learn the science of why these pigmented choices are good for heart, brain health
