Source: Are Energy Drinks Bad for You? by Dr. Edward Group Energy drinks are popular among gamers, students, athletes, professionals, and anyone who has to drive overnight from Milwaukee to St. Louis. They’re big business, too. Americans spent $12.5 billion on energy drinks in 2012. Market experts predict that number to climb to $21.5 billion in … Continue reading Are Energy Drinks Bad for You?
The 6 Best Weight Loss Tips
Source: The 6 Best Weight Loss Tips by Dr. Edward Group There are many benefits to having a healthy body weight, but the path to there can be a real struggle. Many people are puzzled as to why they gain weight, and evidence shows it’s hard to get started and even harder to maintain that success. There … Continue reading The 6 Best Weight Loss Tips
Shockingly Healthy Vegan Chocolate Pudding Recipe
Source: Shockingly Healthy Vegan Chocolate Pudding Recipe by Dr.Edward Group I hate to be a spoilsport but you know those little pudding cups that are a popular item in kids’ lunches? They’re not much more than neatly-packaged doses of refined sugar, dairy milk, and processed oil—not the best choice if you’re following or trying to instill healthy eating … Continue reading Shockingly Healthy Vegan Chocolate Pudding Recipe
Nutritional Considerations for Alcohol Detoxification
Source: Nutritional Considerations for Alcohol Detoxification by Dr. Edward Group Alcohol is the most commonly abused legal substance in the United States and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism has revealed shocking facts to prove it. Nearly 25% of people ages 18 or older admitted binge drinking in the past month. Drunk driving fatalities … Continue reading Nutritional Considerations for Alcohol Detoxification
Benefits of the Agaricus blazei Murrill Mushroom
Source: Benefits of the Agaricus blazei Murrill Mushroom by Dr. Edward Group Agaricus blazei Murrill is an edible Brazilian mushroom with a low calorie content and high nutrient density. The mushroom, which originates in a small Brazilian village called Piedade, contains minerals, fibers, vitamins and amino acids. In 1960, a Japanese researcher named Takatoshi Furumoto discovered the … Continue reading Benefits of the Agaricus blazei Murrill Mushroom
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
5 Things You Should Know About Obesity
Source: 5 Things You Should Know About Obesity by Dr. Edward Group Despite being one of the most preventable conditions on the planet, obesity is, unfortunately, a hugely significant problem. According to the World Health Association, the global obesity rate has more than doubled since 1980. [1] Certainly diet and exercise can go a long way … Continue reading 5 Things You Should Know About Obesity
11 Selenium Toxicity Dangers You Can Easily Avoid
Source: 11 Selenium Toxicity Dangers You Can Easily Avoid by Dr. Edward Group Selenium is an essential nutrient that the human body requires in order to function normally. And, like all nutrients, selenium can reach a point where enough becomes too much and it begins to hurt rather than help. Your body needs what it needs; … Continue reading 11 Selenium Toxicity Dangers You Can Easily Avoid
How Much Do You Think About What Influences Your Diet?
Source: How Much Do You Think About What Influences Your Diet? by Dr. Edward Group How do you decide what to eat? Think about what influences your decision. Nutrition, taste, health, cultural preferences and taboos, regional specialties, availability, personal preference, dietary restrictions… advertising? All of these can play a part, but for now, let’s focus on … Continue reading How Much Do You Think About What Influences Your Diet?
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
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