What is Nascent Iodine?

Source: What is Nascent Iodine? by Dr. Edward Group Nascent iodine is a supplemental form of iodine. Iodine is an essential mineral that the body requires for normal function.[1] For nearly a century, nascent iodine has been regarded as a more effective form of the mineral than many dietary iodine forms, such as potassium iodide. In … Continue reading What is Nascent Iodine?

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

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

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

Betaine Hydrochloride: How it helps with Digestion & Detoxification

Source: Betaine Hydrochloride: How it helps with Digestion & Detoxification by Dr. Edward Group Betaine Hydrochloride is an organic compound and vitamin-like substance found in many different foods such as sugar beets, grains and spinach. It is currently being recommended by both naturopaths, as well as medical doctors, as a supplemental source of hydrochloric acid in … Continue reading Betaine Hydrochloride: How it helps with Digestion & Detoxification

Enterococcus faecium: A Healthy Probiotic Strain

Source: Enterococcus faecium: A Healthy Probiotic Strain by Dr. Edward Group The gut is a delicate ecosystem that’s home to living organisms known as probiotics. Probiotics are helpful microbes that encourage good health by assisting with many different processes in the human body. They are probably best known for the contribution they make to gut health … Continue reading Enterococcus faecium: A Healthy Probiotic Strain

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?

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?

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