Source: What Is Iodine? by Dr. Edward Group You’ve probably heard of iodine before, but what is iodine and what is it used for? You may remember from Chemistry class, Iodine is a chemical element of the periodic table with the symbol I and atomic number 53. But Besides knowing the physical properties of iodine, you may … Continue reading What Is Iodine?
The 7 Best Vegetarian Foods for Selenium
Source: The 7 Best Vegetarian Foods for Selenium by Dr. Edward Group Selenium is a powerful trace mineral that everyone needs. Along with iodine, selenium is great for the thyroid. It supports the immune system and it’s a powerful antioxidant. [1] [2] Adults need at least 55 micrograms a day and some people consume more, depending on … Continue reading The 7 Best Vegetarian Foods for Selenium
Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver?
Source: Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver? by Dr. Edward Group Lately, there’s been increasing interest in the effects of lemon juice on the liver. Specifically, its effectiveness as a liver detox agent. While there is some truth to this claim, there’s also a growing pile of misinformation produced by people who don’t really understand how the … Continue reading Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver?
The Health Benefits of Olive Oil
Source: The Health Benefits of Olive Oil by Dr. Edward Group Olive oil, like wine, has been around forever. For people of the Mediterranean, it has had medicinal, even magical powers through the ages. The olive tree is considered a symbol of peace and glory.Olives were first cultivated in the eastern part of the Mediterranean around 5000 … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Olive Oil
17 Health Benefits of Cayenne Pepper
Source: 17 Health Benefits of Cayenne Pepper by Dr. Edward Group Many societies, especially those of the Americas and China, have a history of using cayenne pepper therapeutically. A powerful compound with many uses, cayenne pepper is currently gaining buzz for cleansing and detoxifying regimes such as the Master Cleanse, which uses the spice to stimulate circulation … Continue reading 17 Health Benefits of Cayenne Pepper
14 Foods that Cleanse the Liver
Source: 14 Foods that Cleanse the Liver by Dr. Edward Group Modern society is a sad state that produces many over-processed livers. When we overeat or eat processed or fried foods, and, anytime we are exposed to environmental pollutants or stress, the liver becomes overworked and overloaded. When the liver is taxed, it can’t process toxins … Continue reading 14 Foods that Cleanse the Liver
The Health Benefits of Locally-Grown Raw Honey
Source: The Health Benefits of Locally-Grown Raw Honey by Dr. Edward Group Raw Honey is Tasty and Healthy! Honey has been used for centuries for its healing properties and sweet flavor. Honey is much sweeter than table sugar and is better for you. When possible, it’s best to buy locally grown, organic, raw honey. This will … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Locally-Grown Raw Honey
7 Reasons Why Stevia is Better Than Refined Sugar
Source: 7 Reasons Why Stevia is Better Than Refined Sugar by Dr. Edward Group Stevia is a natural sweetener, derived from the stevia rebaudiana plant that was first discovered centuries ago in Paraguay by the native population. But it wasn’t until the late 19th century that a Swiss botanist working in South America documented the so-called … Continue reading 7 Reasons Why Stevia is Better Than Refined Sugar
Aspartame Makes You Gain Weight
Source: Aspartame Makes You Gain Weight by Dr. Edward Group You want to lose weight, so you start trying to cut calories. The most obvious starting place seems to be switching from high-calorie foods with sugar to foods with zero calorie sweeteners, like aspartame. Better known by brand names, such as Equal, NutraSweet, and Spoonful, aspartame … Continue reading Aspartame Makes You Gain Weight
5 Unhealthy Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy
Source: 5 Unhealthy Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy by Dr. Edward Group If you’re pregnant, you want to assure that your developing child is receiving only the very best. One way to do this is to consume as much natural, plant-based foods as possible. Unfortunately, there are many different theories about what foods constitute a good diet. … Continue reading 5 Unhealthy Ingredients to Avoid During Pregnancy
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