Source: 5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame by Dr. Edward Group Aspartame is a nasty chemical that’s sold as a zero-calorie healthy sweetener. But did you know that it’s technically not calorie-free? Not a lot, only about 4 calories per gram. [1] That isn’t a lot, and it’s not a big deal. But it’s one weird fact you probably didn’t … Continue reading 5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame
The Two Most Dangerous Artificial Sweeteners
Source: The Two Most Dangerous Artificial Sweeteners by Dr. Edward Group Artificial sweeteners were initially designed to be sugar substitutes and a helpful tool for the battle against the bulge. Unfortunately, the state of obesity in the world has gotten worse, and artificial sweeteners are clearly not helping. You can find sugar substitutes in diet sodas, yogurt, and … Continue reading The Two Most Dangerous Artificial Sweeteners
The Effects of Toxic Metals
Source: The Effects of Toxic Metals by Dr. Edward Group Many ordinary, everyday products have toxic metals in them. Toxic metals are in the foods we eat, water we drink, and the air we breathe. The human body requires extremely trace amounts of a few metals, but too often the concern is with getting too much, rather … Continue reading The Effects of Toxic Metals
Cinnamon spice helps prevent diabetes
When it comes to health care reform in America, if we hope to make real progress, we've got to consider safe, affordable solutions that really work to prevent disease. There's hardly a better example of this than cinnamon and its ability to help regulate blood sugar and prevent diabetes. Here, you'll find an amazing compilation of expert quotations … Continue reading Cinnamon spice helps prevent diabetes
Are You Giving Your Children Poisonous Apple Juice?
Source: Are You Giving Your Children Poisonous Apple Juice? by Dr. Edward Group Most of us do our best to limit the amount of non-nutritional junk sitting around the house, especially those of us with kids.Instead of sugary sodas, many smart parents will usually reach for a healthier alternative, such as apple juice. Sadly, new findings … Continue reading Are You Giving Your Children Poisonous Apple Juice?
Arsenic in Apple and Grape Juice Poses Health Risks
Source: Arsenic in Apple and Grape Juice Poses Health Risks by Dr. Edward Group Many children enjoy drinking apple or grape juice and many parents see juice as a healthy alternative to soda and artificially flavored fruit punch. New research, however, suggests these juices are not as innocent as we’re led to believe. In fact, if a … Continue reading Arsenic in Apple and Grape Juice Poses Health Risks
Hot Dogs: Questions and Answers
Source: Hot Dogs: Questions and Answers by Dr. Edward Group Consuming Hot Dogs Can Be Harmful to Your Health Multiple studies have determined that consumption of hot dogs can be a risk factor for childhood cancer. Peters et al studied the relationship between the intake of certain foods and the risk of leukemia in children from … Continue reading Hot Dogs: Questions and Answers
Reducing Daily Salt Intake Recommended for Improved Health
Source: Reducing Daily Salt Intake Recommended for Improved Health by Dr. Edward Group Earlier this year, the American Heart Association (AHA) called for a nationwide reduction in daily salt intake, along with tighter government and industry regulations regarding the levels of standard table salt (Sodium Chloride) found in everyday foods. The AHA’s previous suggestion – set forth in … Continue reading Reducing Daily Salt Intake Recommended for Improved Health
Health Tips: Take Control of Your Daily Sodium Intake
Source: Health Tips: Take Control of Your Daily Sodium Intake by Dr. Edward Group Your body needs sodium, regardless of what you’ve probably heard your whole life. Many “experts” have demonized this mineral because excess dietary sodium can lead to health issues, but the fact remains that without enough sodium your body’s systems will not operate as they … Continue reading Health Tips: Take Control of Your Daily Sodium Intake
Alcohol and Breast Cancer: The One Million Women Study
The Million Women Study, an Oxford University-based research effort, is making an attempt to come to a final decision on whether hormone replacement therapy is helping women through some of the more uncomfortable symptoms of menopause, or, in fact, giving them cancer. The Million Women Study is quickly becoming what many experts are calling a “blueprint … Continue reading Alcohol and Breast Cancer: The One Million Women Study
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 