How to Get Rid of a Beer Belly

Source: How to Get Rid of a Beer Belly by Dr. Edward Group Readers and clients often ask me about how they can lose weight around their mid-section. For most people, that is consistently a problematic area that doesn’t seem to go away despite efforts with diet and exercise. Oftentimes, this extra weight comes from what … Continue reading How to Get Rid of a Beer Belly

What Is an Enema?

Source: What Is an Enema? by Dr. Edward Group What are Enemas? Enemas have been around for a very long time and present the oldest known relief for constipation. It’s a simple process: fluid is injected from a bag into the anus. Usually only water is injected, but other liquids and ingredients including herbs, coffee, oil, … Continue reading What Is an Enema?

Study: Gut Bacteria Transforms Arsenic, Increases Its Toxicity

Source: Study: Gut Bacteria Transforms Arsenic, Increases Its Toxicity by Dr. Edward Group For many people, worrying about arsenic poisoning is akin to worrying about catching the bubonic plague. They believe it’s something only found in history books. Unfortunately, even in today’s world, arsenic poisoning is still a very real concern. Certain forms of arsenic are found naturally … Continue reading Study: Gut Bacteria Transforms Arsenic, Increases Its Toxicity

18 Benefits of Wood Vinegar

Source: 18 Benefits of Wood Vinegar by Dr. Edward Group Organic wood vinegar is an essential ingredient in my detox foot pads and works synergistically with the other ingredients — amethyst gemstone, organic loquat leaf, and organic bamboo vinegar. Wood vinegar is been evaluated through and through so to understand its detoxifying power let’s quickly brush up … Continue reading 18 Benefits of Wood Vinegar

The Role of Probiotics and the Gut Microbiome

Source: The Role of Probiotics and the Gut Microbiome by Dr. Edward Group Many people don’t realize a healthy gut does far more than handle digestion. Research into the gut microbiome is revealing startling results, showing its effects on the immune system, obesity, allergies, and mood. Nutrition plays a firm role in gut flora quality and quantity. In … Continue reading The Role of Probiotics and the Gut Microbiome

Read This Before Going Gluten-Free

There’s little doubt you’ve encountered someone who’s gone gluten-free, and perhaps you yourself have ditched the maligned protein. Gluten has been vilified by many alternative health professionals and a dietary movement has begun. The research shows gluten has many downsides and very few benefits. In fact, it’s harmful to gut, brain, or digestive health. [1] But before giving … Continue reading Read This Before Going Gluten-Free

GMO Foods Cause Gut Damage

Source: GMO Foods Cause Gut Damage by Dr. Edward Group Consumer concerns regarding pesticide contamination of commonly-consumed crops, like corn and wheat, have been voiced for decades. This, along with the rising issue of pesticide resistance of many common agricultural pests, has led scientists to develop genetically-altered crops that produce their own insecticides. These genetically-modified organisms, or GMOs, … Continue reading GMO Foods Cause Gut Damage

What is Crohn’s Disease?

Crohn’s Disease is chronic irritation of the gastrointestinal tract. It is one of several irritable bowel diseases that share similar symptoms and immune disorders. The lesions that have become an identifying feature of Crohn’s Disease complicate intestinal function. This damage to the gastrointestinal tract can lead to more serious conditions. [1] The causes of Crohn’s Disease … Continue reading What is Crohn’s Disease?

3 Great Supplements for Gut Health

Source: 3 Great Supplements for Gut Health by Dr. Edward Group I’ve talked a lot about the importance of maintaining a healthy gut. Your gut is where your immune system starts and many studies indicate illnesses—everything from weight gain right down to depression—can actually start in the gut. [1] All kinds of bacteria live in your gut—good and … Continue reading 3 Great Supplements for Gut Health

4 Toxins That Are Destroying Your Gut Health

Source: 4 Toxins That Are Destroying Your Gut Health by Dr. Edward Group Many people don’t realize just how important gut bacteria is for their health. Your gut is home to over one trillion bacteria, and in order to keep things running smoothly those bacteria need to stay healthy. But, there are many, many things out there … Continue reading 4 Toxins That Are Destroying Your Gut Health