Source: 10 Natural Remedies for Poison Ivy by Dr. Edward Group Poison ivy rash occurs when the plant toxin, urushiol (one of the deadliest natural poisons on the planet) comes into contact with human skin. It is a condition characterized by swelling, blisters, pain and an amazing amount of itching.Besides intense itching and pain, the effects … Continue reading 10 Natural Remedies for Poison Ivy
6 Ways You Put Yourself at Risk for Skin Cancer
Source: 6 Ways You Put Yourself at Risk for Skin Cancer by Dr. Edward Group Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer and over 3.5 million new instances occur every year in the U.S. alone. Many people still believe that skin cancer won’t happen to them, but the fact remains that it can happen to anyone. … Continue reading 6 Ways You Put Yourself at Risk for Skin Cancer
The Secrets to Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails
Source: The Secrets to Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails by Dr. Edward Group Frustrated with lackluster hair, dry skin, and brittle nails? You are not alone. There is a multi-billion dollar cosmetics industry built on your hopes and dreams of shiny hair, strong nails, and supple, hydrated skin. But do the potions and tonics you apply … Continue reading The Secrets to Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails
Can Turmeric Support Thyroid Health?
Source: Can Turmeric Support Thyroid Health? by Dr. Edward Group Turmeric is one of the most potent spices, and when it comes to health benefits, nothing can match it. Not only is turmeric one of the most impressive free radical scavengers, it’s also been shown to support brain health, protect cell integrity, and even encourage a … Continue reading Can Turmeric Support Thyroid Health?
12 Interesting Facts About Nail Fungal Infections
Source: 12 Interesting Facts About Nail Fungal Infections by Dr. Edward Group A nail fungal infection, or onychomycosis, is a fungal imbalance that affects the fingernails and toenails. [1] The most common symptom is a thickening and discoloration of the nail to yellow, green, and even black. As the problem progresses, the nail bed can become uncomfortable, brittle, and … Continue reading 12 Interesting Facts About Nail Fungal Infections
What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
Source: What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy? by Dr. Edward Group Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, often shortened to HBOT, uses a special pressurized chamber, called a hyperbaric chamber, to increase oxygen levels in the blood. It’s also known as oxygen therapy, hyperbaric treatment, and hyperbaric therapy. The US Navy uses it to treat decompression sickness. HBOT has also … Continue reading What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
Use essential oils for clean air blends and to prevent and treat colds
Natural therapies using essential oils treat a wide range of conditions through various applications. The healing properties of plants in essential oils can be harnessed by inhalation, topical application and sometimes via ingestion. Essential oils can be very useful in order to counter the effects of colds and flu. Experimenting with essential oils needs to … Continue reading Use essential oils for clean air blends and to prevent and treat colds
ACID STRESS
Acid Stress Almost every biological process in the human body depends on the acid-base balance of extracellular fluids (1). "Modern Western nutrition" produces a chronic subliminal metabolic acidosis (2). With increasing age the kidney function deteriorates. Therefore, the seriousness of this diet-related acidosis increases further (3,4). Iridology ("cotton wool" acid ring) and darkfield image (fibrin) … Continue reading ACID STRESS
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?
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
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 