Source: Study: Blueberries & Probiotics Help Counteract Intestinal Diseases by Dr. Edward Group A clinical study, conducted at Lund University in Sweden, shows that eating blueberries can ease and protect against intestinal irritation [1]. They also found that these beneficial effects on the body are increased by the consumption of probiotic bacteria along with the berries. … Continue reading Study: Blueberries & Probiotics Help Counteract Intestinal Diseases
The Health Benefits of Maltase
Source: The Health Benefits of Maltase by Dr. Edward Group Maltase is a carbohydrate-digesting enzyme that cleaves the bond linking the two parts of the maltose sugar molecule. Maltose is a naturally-occurring sugar that is produced as the body breaks down starches from long chains into shorter molecules using the amylase enzyme and also in germinating … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Maltase
The Health Benefits of Lactase
Source: The Health Benefits of Lactase by Dr. Edward Group Lactase is an enzyme that hydrolyzes milk sugar (lactose) into its component parts, glucose and galactose, and assists in the digestion dairy products such as, ice cream, milk and cheese. Nutritionists estimate that 10-20% of the U.S. population is lactose intolerant, meaning they have an inability … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Lactase
Enzymes in Raw Food
Source: Enzymes in Raw Food by Dr. Edward Group They might not receive the same attention as vitamins and minerals, but enzymes are essential components to the formula of maintaining a healthy body. Benefits of Enzymes Enzymes are complex, specialized proteins in raw food. They speed up and amplify the chemical processes in our bodies; everything … Continue reading Enzymes in Raw Food
15 Natural Home Remedies for Acid Reflux
Acid reflux is a common condition in people, especially adults. This is described as the pain not only in the stomach but also in the chest of sufferers. The condition only occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), which is used to separate the stomach and the esophagus, goes down. This is when the acid … Continue reading 15 Natural Home Remedies for Acid Reflux
10 Health Benefits of Ginger
Source: 10 Health Benefits of Ginger by Dr. Edward Group Earlier this year, I had a day where I experienced a sore throat and sinus irritation. I didn’t reach for a box of any over-the-counter remedy, instead I juiced a fair amount of ginger and lemon and added it to a tea. I was very satisfied … Continue reading 10 Health Benefits of Ginger
8 Impressive Health Benefits of Turmeric
Source: 8 Impressive Health Benefits of Turmeric by Dr. Edward Group Turmeric, also known as Curcuma longa, is an ancient spice that has remained popular in India and Asia since 2,000 BC. The spice belongs to the ginger family and is a prized component of the culinary traditions of these cultures. Turmeric imparts a vibrant yellowish … Continue reading 8 Impressive Health Benefits of Turmeric
The Difference Between Systemic Enzymes and Digestive Enzymes
Source: The Difference Between Systemic Enzymes and Digestive Enzymes by Dr. Edward Group Whether breaking down foods or healing from injury, nearly every process the human body performs involves chemical reactions. Enzymes are proteins that act as the catalysts for these chemical reactions. Every cell in the body uses enzymes for building, maintenance, and repair. The … Continue reading The Difference Between Systemic Enzymes and Digestive Enzymes
Why Vitamin D is Crucial to Your Health
Source: Why Vitamin D is Crucial to Your Health by Dr. Edward Group Research underscoring the importance of vitamin D continues to mount. Vitamin D was long thought to be beneficial for mainly bone health, but it turns out it’s helpful for so much more. It’s strikingly clear that vitamin D, one of the most misunderstood … Continue reading Why Vitamin D is Crucial to Your Health
The Health Benefits of Bromelain
Source: The Health Benefits of Bromelain by Dr. Edward Group Bromelain is a protein-digesting (proteolytic) enzyme complex found in the fruit and, in higher concentrations, in the stem of the pineapple (Ananas comosus). It is able to hydrolyze or break down a wide variety of protein types in a range of both acid and alkaline environments. … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Bromelain
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