Source: The Health Benefits of Cellulase by Dr. Edward Group When we eat plants, we take in a large amount of plant cells surrounded by a fibrous complex called a cell wall. A major component of this cell wall is cellulose. Humans do not manufacture the cellulase enzyme needed to digest this type of fiber and … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Cellulase
Glutamine Benefits, Supplementation, and Side Effects
Source: Glutamine Benefits, Supplementation, and Side Effects by Dr. Edward Group Glutamine is an amino acid that is vitally important to health and well-being. As the most abundant amino acid in the body, it supports more metabolic processes than any other.[1, 2] Glutamine encourages a healthy gut, promotes normal blood sugar levels, and it’s a building block for … Continue reading Glutamine Benefits, Supplementation, and Side Effects
Does Coffee Harm Your Gut?
Source: Does Coffee Harm Your Gut? by Dr. Edward Group Coffee’s received a lot of good publicity in recent years for the way it appears to protect the brain from degenerative diseases. We know that coffee is full of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, plant-compounds, fats, and carbs. In small amounts, coffee can actually be beneficial … Continue reading Does Coffee Harm Your Gut?
Eucalyptus is quite effective with respiratory problems and head lice
Eucalyptus is a fast growing tree coming from the land down under. This tree represents a pretty high percentage of the overall Australian flora and where koalas love to feast on. It is quite massive as it can grow well beyond 400 feet and there are literally hundreds of its species in the Australian landscape. … Continue reading Eucalyptus is quite effective with respiratory problems and head lice
5 Herbs and Spices for Dementia
Source: 5 Herbs and Spices for Dementia by Dr. Edward Group Two of the leading causes of dementia are Alzheimer’s disease and stroke, but the natural world has supplied us with a multitude of resources to combat all three. You can help reduce your risk of dementia through changes in your diet, regular body cleansing, and … Continue reading 5 Herbs and Spices for Dementia
High Fructose Corn Syrup Linked to Kidney Stones: 5 Facts to Know
Source: High Fructose Corn Syrup Linked to Kidney Stones: 5 Facts to Know by Dr. Edward Group High-fructose corn syrup, or HFCS for short, is a sweetener commonly used in processed foods. It’s included in many foods that one would least suspect, like bread, crackers, pasta sauces, and even pickles. Groups like the Corn Refiner’s Association and … Continue reading High Fructose Corn Syrup Linked to Kidney Stones: 5 Facts to Know
4 Reasons to Get Sugar Out of Your Life
Source: 4 Reasons to Get Sugar Out of Your Life by Dr. Edward Group Are you eating a diet high in sugar? If so, consider two of many health costs. As you chew on that sugary snack, those empty calories could be increasing your waistline and lead to a fatty liver disease (one thing that could lead to … Continue reading 4 Reasons to Get Sugar Out of Your Life
Learn about the amazing health benefits of juicing raw cannabis (marijuana) leaves
Contrary to popular belief, the marijuana plant is a whole lot more than just a psychoactive drug that "stoners" use to get high. In raw form, marijuana leaves and buds are actually loaded with a non-psychoactive, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer nutrient compound known as cannabidiol (CBD) that is proving to be a miracle "superfood" capable … Continue reading Learn about the amazing health benefits of juicing raw cannabis (marijuana) leaves
Is Sugar Toxic?
Source: Is Sugar Toxic? by Dr. Edward Group There’s been a lot of talk about the dangers of refined sugars like high fructose corn syrup, sucrose, and others. After decades of research, it appears the adverse effects of refined sugars on human health are finally gaining much deserved mainstream attention. According to the CDC, more than 30% … Continue reading Is Sugar Toxic?
5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame
Source: 5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame by Dr. Edward Group Aspartame is a nasty chemical that’s sold as a zero-calorie healthy sweetener. But did you know that it’s technically not calorie-free? Not a lot, only about 4 calories per gram. [1] That isn’t a lot, and it’s not a big deal. But it’s one weird fact you probably didn’t … Continue reading 5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 