Cinder blocks are a common building material for raised garden beds, as they are inexpensive, durable and easy to build with. Yet, what many people don't realize is that cinder blocks are made with a toxic byproduct of coal combustion that may contain high levels of heavy metals – metals that might leach into the soil of any … Continue reading If you grow food in cinder blocks, you may be poisoning yourself with heavy metals
Curcumin Benefits: Understanding This Powerful Antioxidant
Source: Curcumin Benefits: Understanding This Powerful Antioxidant by Dr. Edward Group Curcumin is the primary active ingredient in turmeric. Turmeric is a yellow-orange spice well known as a prominent ingredient in Indian cuisine and yellow mustard, but it also offers potent therapeutic benefits. Curcumin is the pigment responsible for both turmeric’s brilliant golden color and many … Continue reading Curcumin Benefits: Understanding This Powerful Antioxidant
7 surprising things you’re not supposed to know about sunscreen and sunlight exposure
Ask somebody about sunscreen and you're likely to receive an earful of disinformation from a person who has been repeatedly misinformed by health authorities and the mainstream media. Almost nothing you hear about sunscreen from traditional media channels is accurate. So here's a quick guide to the 7 most important things you need to know … Continue reading 7 surprising things you’re not supposed to know about sunscreen and sunlight exposure
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
8 Shocking Facts about Bovine Growth Hormone
Source: 8 Shocking Facts about Bovine Growth Hormone by Dr. Edward Group Since bovine growth hormone received FDA approval in 1993, three disturbing health trends have emerged. Cancer cases continue to increase, obesity has become an epidemic and early onset puberty has become the norm. [1] [2] [3] Related? Maybe, maybe not. You can be the judge as you read … Continue reading 8 Shocking Facts about Bovine Growth Hormone
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
The 5 Best Natural Alternatives to Fluoride
Source: The 5 Best Natural Alternatives to Fluoride by Dr. Edward Group Fluoride is a known endocrine disruptor and other evidence shows fluoride is even a neurotoxin. Unfortunately, it’s still used in many dental products to this day and the potential health problems are unavoidable. Fortunately, when it comes to oral health, there are several fluoride-free alternatives. … Continue reading The 5 Best Natural Alternatives to Fluoride
Why You Should Reduce Your Exposure to Fluoride
Source: Why You Should Reduce Your Exposure to Fluoride by Dr. Edward Group Fluoride is commonly added to the water supply, and many have been brainwashed into believing fluoride is necessary for dental health and bone maintenance. However, the exact opposite is true. While evidence exists to show that fluoride may provide some benefit as a topical adjunct, … Continue reading Why You Should Reduce Your Exposure to Fluoride
5 Ways Sleep Apnea Affects Your Health
Source: 5 Ways Sleep Apnea Affects Your Health by Dr. Edward Group With over 25 million sufferers, sleep apnea is on the rise in the U.S. [1] The disease can put you at risk for many health issues, so it’s crucial you keep it in check. Some people who suffer from sleep apnea don’t even know they have … Continue reading 5 Ways Sleep Apnea Affects Your Health
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 