Source: Why Nutrition Facts Matter by Dr. Edward Group Do you pay attention to the Nutrition Facts label when you buy food? You should. It’s not perfect, but it is an excellent resource for ensuring your body gets the right nutrients in the right amounts. The Nutrition Facts label should be one of the first things … Continue reading Why Nutrition Facts Matter
What Are Micronutrients? A Review of Essential Nutrients
Source: What Are Micronutrients? A Review of Essential Nutrients by Dr. Edward Group Micronutrients are the vitamins and minerals required by your body. Unlike macronutrients, you only need minuscule amounts of micronutrients to maintain good health. Micronutrients are essential to the production of enzymes, hormones, proteins, and other products created by your body. Some micronutrients have … Continue reading What Are Micronutrients? A Review of Essential Nutrients
What Is Selenium? Understanding an Essential Mineral
Source: What Is Selenium? Understanding an Essential Mineral by Dr. Edward Group Selenium is an essential mineral that functions as an amino acid and also provides antioxidant activity in the body.[1][2] Selenium toxicity is a rare condition that results from ingesting great quantities of the element.[3] Selenium deficiency is a more common malady. Selenium is … Continue reading What Is Selenium? Understanding an Essential Mineral
6 Health Benefits of Eating Organic Food
Source: 6 Health Benefits of Eating Organic Food by Dr. Edward Group Agribusiness is all about profits, not your health. It is an industry that has developed a system of food production that’s completely forgotten what food is all about: nutrition and health — not to mention taste. It’s gotten so bad that it’s becoming difficult … Continue reading 6 Health Benefits of Eating Organic Food
Iodine and Hypothyroidism
Source: Iodine and Hypothyroidism by Dr. Edward Group Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough key hormones. It is estimated to affect over 20 million Americans, over half of which are completely unaware.[1] Early symptoms can be mild and general, such as depression, weight gain, and elevated cholesterol. Women may … Continue reading Iodine and Hypothyroidism
Iodine Deficiency and Pregnancy
Source: Iodine Deficiency and Pregnancy by Dr. Edward Group Although your body requires iodine, it doesn’t produce any on its own. [1] You need to get enough through food or supplementation. Inadequate iodine levels are something you want to avoid. Your thyroid requires iodine to manage your metabolism and regulate your hormone production. [2] If these … Continue reading Iodine Deficiency and Pregnancy
The 10 Best Stress Relieving Foods
Source: The 10 Best Stress Relieving Foods by Dr. Edward Group Feeling stressed? Get some exercise! It’s one of nature’s most underutilized activities and perhaps one of the most effective and natural stress reducers. Studies consistently indicate that exercise is a helpful tool for alleviating stress and improving overall mood. [1] However, exercise is only one … Continue reading The 10 Best Stress Relieving Foods
Weight Loss: Tips to Keeping the Weight Off
Source: Weight Loss: Tips to Keeping the Weight Off by Dr. Edward Group The weight loss industry is huge, by some estimates, over $60 billion annually [1]. This includes diet plans, exercise equipment, weight loss supplements, and probably several other categories of products that shouldn’t even be included. Like every other industry, the weight loss industry … Continue reading Weight Loss: Tips to Keeping the Weight Off
Nutritional Approaches to Mental Health
Source: Nutritional Approaches to Mental Health by Dr. Edward Group Food nourishes both the body and mind, offering the nutrition required for keeping the whole self energized and functioning at its best. You might, or might not, be surprised to learn that the brain is actually the first site that receives incoming nutrients. It makes sense, … Continue reading Nutritional Approaches to Mental Health
Do You Know These 9 Facts About Gluten?
Source: Do You Know These 9 Facts About Gluten? by Dr. Edward Group Gluten sensitivities and gluten intolerance are on the rise, making gluten a very popular topic. Because it’s a subject with many facets, here are 9 facts for you to consider to make a sound, rational decision as to whether you should monitor, or possibly … Continue reading Do You Know These 9 Facts About Gluten?
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