Source: 7 Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds by Dr. Edward Group Seeds can be a fantastic source of nutrition and pumpkin seeds are among the best. The pumpkin is a member of the squash family and it’s is native to North and Central America. Its seeds have been used by Native Americans for centuries to support urinary … Continue reading 7 Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds
5 Dangers of Hormone Replacement Therapy
Source: 5 Dangers of Hormone Replacement Therapy by Dr. Edward Group Using hormones to combat age-related hormonal shifts sounds a bit like using a sledgehammer to drive a nail into a piece of wood. Yes, the nail will go through, but at what cost? Hormones control practically every function, mechanism, and metabolic reaction in our body. Science … Continue reading 5 Dangers of Hormone Replacement Therapy
What are Carotenoids? – 5 Health Benefits
Source: What are Carotenoids? – 5 Health Benefits by Dr. Edward Group Distinguished by their orange, yellow, and red pigments, carotenoids are found in many plants, algae, and bacteria. Carotenoids act as antioxidants within the body, protecting against cellular damage, the effects of aging, and even some chronic diseases. These beneficial compounds cannot be synthesized by humans … Continue reading What are Carotenoids? – 5 Health Benefits
11 Facts About Oxygen You Probably Didn’t Know
Source: 11 Facts About Oxygen You Probably Didn’t Know by Dr. Edward Group Do we take oxygen for granted? I think most of us realize that oxygen is critical for life, but we hardly ever think about it.[1] You probably know more details about the love life of the latest celebrity couple than the element that we … Continue reading 11 Facts About Oxygen You Probably Didn’t Know
7 Ways Selenium Benefits Your Body
Source: 7 Ways Selenium Benefits Your Body by Dr. Edaward Group Selenium is a trace element and mineral that is essential for human life.[1] It is critical to many of our basic physiological functions, including protecting cells from oxidative stress and helping the thyroid produce hormones. It is found in many selenium-rich fruits and vegetables and some animal products. … Continue reading 7 Ways Selenium Benefits Your Body
New Research Links BPA Exposure to High Blood Pressure
Source: New Research Links BPA Exposure to High Blood Pressure by Dr. Edward Group The negative health effects of BPA exposure have become regular headlines in the news. BPA, or bisphenol-A, is a chemical found in many common products, from cans and dental fillings to cash register receipts. Unfortunately, its exposure is associated with a range of … Continue reading New Research Links BPA Exposure to High Blood Pressure
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 the MTHFR Genetic Defect and How Can it Affect You?
Source: What Is the MTHFR Genetic Defect and How Can it Affect You? by Dr. Edward Group Conventional science wants us to believe that we are merely a product and victim of our genes, but these “facts” aren’t entirely true. While genetics do play a role in the initiation and development of some diseases, our choices … Continue reading What Is the MTHFR Genetic Defect and How Can it Affect You?
4 Terrible Facts About Energy Drinks
Source: 4 Terrible Facts About Energy Drinks by The Dr. Group Usually marketed with the lure of more energy or a mental or physical boost, energy drinks usually feature a cocktail of caffeine and vitamins (and maybe something like ginseng or taurine). Sales in the U.S. are on the rise, with a 10 percent increase from 2008 … Continue reading 4 Terrible Facts About Energy Drinks
Metal Toxicity: Health Dangers of Nickel
Source: Metal Toxicity: Health Dangers of Nickel by Dr. Edward Group Nickel is a metal, commonly used to make coins, magnets, jewelry, stainless steel, electronics, and components of industrial machines. Most people are familiar with the attractive mirror-finish that can be achieved by nickel plating. However, despite the beautiful appearance, nickel exposure, especially in industrial and … Continue reading Metal Toxicity: Health Dangers of Nickel
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