Gut bacteria plays a role in youth obesity

A study published in the journal Nature Medicine found an increase in specific microorganisms in the gut which are linked to colorectal cancer. The researchers said that these microorganisms can potentially be used to detect the disease long before it progresses to late-stage cancer. “Our results show that changes in the gut microbiome are present at the very early … Continue reading Gut bacteria plays a role in youth obesity

5 Tips For Keeping Your Digestive System Healthy

Source: 5 Tips For Keeping Your Digestive System Healthy by Dr. Edward Group   Your digestive system is where it all begins. You won’t produce energy, have a balanced mood, or fight illness if you can’t digest, break down, and absorb nutrients. There are many simple things you can do to keep your digestive system healthy, many of … Continue reading 5 Tips For Keeping Your Digestive System Healthy

What is Celiac Disease?

Source: What is Celiac Disease? by Dr. Edward Group Celiac disease is an allergy to dietary gluten. It affects individuals who are genetically predisposed to the allergy and differs from gluten sensitivity, as celiac disease elicits within the body a very defined response to gluten. [1]When gluten enters the small intestine in an individual with celiac disease, … Continue reading What is Celiac Disease?

13 Surprising Health Conditions Chiropractic May Help

Source: 13 Surprising Health Conditions Chiropractic May Help by Dr. Edward Group  Chiropractic care corrects spinal alignment abnormalities as a means of treating a wide range of health problems. Pain relief, spinal alignment, and other skeletal and muscular disorders are among the most common. But, the list doesn’t stop there. Not even close. Research has found chiropractic … Continue reading 13 Surprising Health Conditions Chiropractic May Help

The Health Benefits of Amylase

Source: The Health Benefits of Amylase by Dr. Edward Group Amylase is one of the primary starch-digesting enzymes secreted in the body. It is somewhat unusual in that it is produced not only by the pancreas but also in the mouth as a component of saliva. This form is known as ptyalin (ti´ah-lin), and it begins … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Amylase

Antibiotics for UTI infections: Here’s what works without resorting to dangerous drugs

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can be painful and can also result in a trip to the doctor's office and a prescription for an antibiotic. But there are natural remedies for UTIs that you can employ to avoid the doctor (and prescription) altogether, and for far less money too. The signs and symptoms of a UTI … Continue reading Antibiotics for UTI infections: Here’s what works without resorting to dangerous drugs

What is Gluten In?

Source: What is Gluten In? by Dr. Edward Group   Gluten is a plant protein found mostly in cereal grains such as wheat, rye, spelt, kamut, emmer, einkorn and triticale, and barley. Its chemical composition consists of two primary amino acids known as Gliadin and Glutenin. These amino acid sequences are composed of four main proteins: globulins, prolamins, … Continue reading What is Gluten In?

What Is Gluten Intolerance?

Source: What Is Gluten Intolerance? by Dr. Edward Group   Gluten intolerance occurs when the body, specifically the digestive tract, responds to the presence of gluten in food. The response can range from mild discomfort to serious medical complications. Awareness is continuing to rise regarding the problems caused by gluten, even for people who do not suffer from … Continue reading What Is Gluten Intolerance?

Using Oregano Oil for Common Problems

Source: Using Oregano Oil for Common Problems by Dr. Edward Group  Oregano oil is extracted from the leaves of the oregano (Origanum vulgare) plant, a perennial herb belonging to the family of Lamiaceae. [1] In a past post about oregano oil, I discussed its numerous beneficial properties. Now, I’d like to cover how it can be used … Continue reading Using Oregano Oil for Common Problems

Oregano Oil Health Benefits

Source: Oregano Oil Health Benefits by Dr. Edward Group   Oregano oil is widely known as nature’s potent defense against harmful organisms. Not only is it highly respected within the natural health community, it is also being widely studied within the scientific community for its vast medical uses.Research designed to examine oregano oil has encompassed many topics. Oregano … Continue reading Oregano Oil Health Benefits