Source: 10 Foods High in Vitamin D by Dr. Edward Group Although we can find many foods in the supermarket that have been fortified with a synthetic form of vitamin D, there are only a select number of foods that naturally contain vitamin D.Normally, the human body makes vitamin D. Exposure to sunlight is the catalyst for … Continue reading 10 Foods High in Vitamin D
Are You At Risk for Vitamin D Deficiency?
Source: Are You At Risk for Vitamin D Deficiency? by Dr. Edward Group Despite the positive discoveries related to the benefits of vitamin D, a number of questions remain. Many experts are still unsure as to the extent vitamin D deficiency plays in disease development. [1] Many experts also disagree on whether or not supplementation or sun … Continue reading Are You At Risk for Vitamin D Deficiency?
Vitamin D: The Benefits of the Sunshine Vitamin
Source: Vitamin D: The Benefits of the Sunshine Vitamin byDr. Edward Group There are five different types of Vitamin D (D1, D2, D3, D4 & D5), but D2 and D3 are the only types that our bodies can use. When something just says “vitamin D” it is generally referring to D2 or D3 (or a combination … Continue reading Vitamin D: The Benefits of the Sunshine Vitamin
Winter squash with recipe for squash fries
It's harvest time for winter squashes. How many of these beauties have you tried? Acorn Butternut Delicata Hubbard Kabocha Spaghetti Sweet Dumpling Turban Winter squashes can be baked or boiled, though boiling is a lot more work. Peeling and dicing the tough skinned veggies in order to boil the inner flesh isn't easy. The simplest … Continue reading Winter squash with recipe for squash fries
What are the Benefits of Turmeric and Curcumin?
Source: What are the Benefits of Turmeric and Curcumin? by Dr. Edward Group Turmeric has been traditionally used for pulmonary and gastrointestinal system problems. Research within the last 50 years has shown much of the supposed benefit of turmeric is due to curcumin, the active component. Curcumin, a polyphenol, has displayed activity in antioxidant, anti-redness, anti-harmful organism … Continue reading What are the Benefits of Turmeric and Curcumin?
What Are Fats? Are All Dietary Fats Bad?
Source: What Are Fats? Are All Dietary Fats Bad? by Dr. Edward Group Fats are a highly varied macronutrient group and they’re present in both animal and plant-derived foods. At 9 calories per gram, fat is the most dense source of calories required by the human body.[1] However, not all fats are created equally and it’s … Continue reading What Are Fats? Are All Dietary Fats Bad?
Water: The Foundation of a Healthy Body
Source: Water: The Foundation of a Healthy Body by Dr. Edward Group The human body is a machine designed to run on water and minerals. The body is about 72% water and water is vitally important for every important bodily function. The bottom line is that without water, your body doesn’t work, and the quality of the … Continue reading Water: The Foundation of a Healthy Body
B-12 Deficiency Symptoms: Everything You Need to Know
Source: B-12 Deficiency Symptoms: Everything You Need to Know by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin B-12, also known as cobalamin, is an essential nutrient in the B-complex of the eight B water-soluble vitamins. This nutrient must be consumed through animal foods [1] (although supplementation may be more ideal) to ensure adequate intake. Vitamin B-12 is structurally the largest … Continue reading B-12 Deficiency Symptoms: Everything You Need to Know
Is Alcohol an Endocrine Disruptor?
Source: Is Alcohol an Endocrine Disruptor? by Dr. Edward Group Although you may never pick up an alcoholic beverage, you could still be regularly exposing yourself to the detrimental health effects of alcohol. Household products, for example, often contain ethyl alcohol (ethanol) and can be a source many people don’t consider. While exposure to these products … Continue reading Is Alcohol an Endocrine Disruptor?
Olive oil is the healthiest choice when it comes to frying food, study finds
A new study published October 22 reinforces once again that olive oil is one of the best oils for cooking compared to other seed oils. Researchers based their conclusion on a few different factors, including nutritional content and the oil's ability to maintain quality under high temperatures.Published in the American Chemical Society's (ACS) Journal of Agricultural and … Continue reading Olive oil is the healthiest choice when it comes to frying food, study finds
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