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5 Ways Soy Upsets Hormone Balance

Source: 5 Ways Soy Upsets Hormone Balance by Dr. Edward Group Soy has been incorrectly passed off as a healthy food for a long time. Soybean oil, soy milk, and even tofu are a staple in the lives of many people, especially vegetarians. However, most soy products are not real food — most are highly processed … Continue reading 5 Ways Soy Upsets Hormone Balance

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The Harmful Effects of Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)

Source: The Harmful Effects of Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) by Dr. Edward Group Glutamate is a natural amino acid found in foods containing protein, like milk, mushrooms and fish. Monosodium glutamate (MSG), manufactured with only the sodium salt of glutamate, is designed to be a flavor enhancer and is found in many foods. However, clever labeling practices … Continue reading The Harmful Effects of Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)

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3 Crazy Myths About Soy

Source: 3 Crazy Myths About Soy by Dr. Edward Group Soy, one of America’s favorite “health” foods, is not as benevolent as it is made out to be. One of the most successful maneuvers by the food and agricultural businesses in North America was marketing soy as a natural, health-promoting food. Even today, soy continues to … Continue reading 3 Crazy Myths About Soy

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Why Nutrition Facts Matter

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

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Are trans-fats linked to aggressive behavior?

New data on dietary trans-fatty acids (dTFA) indicate that they could be contributing to aggressive, irrational behavior, though dTFA are primarily synthetic compounds that have been introduced only recently. In one timely peer-reviewed study by researchers from the University of California, San Diego, "dTFA were strongly significantly associated with greater aggression, with dTFA more consistently predictive than … Continue reading Are trans-fats linked to aggressive behavior?

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The Health Dangers of Energy Drinks

Source: The Health Dangers of Energy Drinks by Dr. Edward Group Often promising a quick boost, an “energy drink” is generally defined as a drink which contains ingredients claimed to enhance mental and physical performance- in some way or another. Energy drinks have soared in popularity since the 1990’s and there are many, many readily available … Continue reading The Health Dangers of Energy Drinks

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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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How Unhealthy Is White Flour?

Source: How Unhealthy Is White Flour? by Dr. Edward Group  White flour is common enough that you’ve probably consumed it at some point in your life. Just because it’s common, however, doesn’t mean it’s good. In fact, it has a number of downsides and negative effects on your health. Take your pick — an overall lack of … Continue reading How Unhealthy Is White Flour?

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The Hidden Truth About Enriched White Flour

Source: The Hidden Truth About Enriched White Flour by Dr. Edward Group To enrich something means to make it richer by adding good things to it. If you add some organic apple cider vinegar to your water, you’ve enriched it. Enriched white flour must have lots of good things added, so it’s good for you. Right? Wrong! … Continue reading The Hidden Truth About Enriched White Flour

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The Health Dangers of Table Salt

Source: The Health Dangers of Table Salt by Dr. Edward Group Salt is a wonderful thing. Whether from the far reaches of the Himalayan rock mountains, to the depths of the ocean floor, salt is a beautiful and necessary mineral. It’s an important element in keeping the proper mineral balance in practically all of the earth’s living … Continue reading The Health Dangers of Table Salt