Source: What are Rope Worms? by Dr. Edward Group If you’re eating right now, maybe you should set your food aside for a moment. Today’s topic, rope worms, isn’t especially appetizing. While parasite biology is not for the squeamish, the importance of this subject cannot be understated. Rope worm, a newly-discovered intestinal invader, may be one of … Continue reading What are Rope Worms?
5 Colon Cleansing Celebrities
Many people look to celebrities to see what trends are emerging. Style, fashion, and even health decisions are based on what famous folk are up to. It has become increasingly trendy to partake in a colon cleanse and many “A” list celebrities have been open about the type of cleanse they do and the results … Continue reading 5 Colon Cleansing Celebrities
6 Health Benefits of Bentonite Clay
Source: 6 Health Benefits of Bentonite Clay by Dr. Edward Group Bentonite clay has been traditionally used to promote internal cleansing and has become a popular ingredient in a number of detoxification programs. Many people have used bentonite clay to address symptoms of constipation, like bloating and gas. Some have even cited it as effective against more … Continue reading 6 Health Benefits of Bentonite Clay
The Health Benefits of Hemicellulase
Source: The Health Benefits of Hemicellulase by Dr. Edward Group The hemicellulase enzyme breaks down hemicellulose, which is a type of cellulose and a key component of the cell wall in all plants. Different forms of plant hemicellulose include glucans, galactans, xylans, mannans and pentosans. Common fiber-rich breakfast cereals, for example, have a large amount of … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Hemicellulase
The Health Benefits of Serrapeptase
Source: The Health Benefits of Serrapeptase by Dr. Edward Group Discovered in the early 1970’s, this proteolytic enzyme was isolated from the Serratia species of bacteria located in the intestines of silkworms. Serrapeptase, also called serratiopeptidase, is a superior enzyme that provides strong, healthful properties. Today serrapeptase is used all over Europe and Asia in clinical settings. It … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Serrapeptase
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
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
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
What Does Stool Color Mean?
Source: What Does Stool Color Mean? by Dr. Edward Group We can learn a lot from poop. Seriously, hear me out. What comes out can tell us a lot about what’s going on inside. Color, consistency, appearance, and odor are all indications of how healthy, or unhealthy, you are. Think of it like reading tea leaves, … Continue reading What Does Stool Color Mean?
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?
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 