Source: The Rise of the Obesogens by Dr. Edward Group Diet advice as it pertains to weight gain has been simple–take in than you can burn off and you’ll gain weight. The calorie in, calorie out approach to weight loss is not only outdated, it’s also ineffective in some cases. While no one is arguing the … Continue reading The Rise of the Obesogens
Pepsi Swaps Aspartame for Sucralose: Is It Worth It?
Source: Pepsi Swaps Aspartame for Sucralose: Is It Worth It? by Dr. Edward Group Soda is hugely popular and many people are addicted to its sweet taste and fizzy texture. It’s a big source of calories from refined sugar in the form of high fructose corn syrup. Diet sodas, which have artificial sweeteners instead of sugar, are … Continue reading Pepsi Swaps Aspartame for Sucralose: Is It Worth It?
Chocolate: More Effective Than Fluoride?
Source: Chocolate: More Effective Than Fluoride? by Dr. Edward Group Chocolate has gotten a bad wrap when it comes to dental health, and probably for good reason. Most chocolate sold today is not chocolate at all; in fact, the majority of chocolate sold and consumed is nothing more than sugar, dairy, and a tiny amount … Continue reading Chocolate: More Effective Than Fluoride?
Heme Iron Vs. Nonheme Iron: What’s the Difference?
Source: Heme Iron Vs. Nonheme Iron: What’s the Difference? by Dr. Edward Group Not all iron is created equally, and if you have an iron imbalance, you should carefully consider which iron is best for your health. Your body recognizes the difference between heme and nonheme iron sources and will absorb each type differently. These types … Continue reading Heme Iron Vs. Nonheme Iron: What’s the Difference?
Iron Toxicity: All You Need to Know About Iron Overdose
Source: Iron Toxicity: All You Need to Know About Iron Overdose by Dr. Edward Group We need iron to live. Without it, our red blood cells wouldn’t be able to carry oxygen through our blood. Iron plays essential roles in energy metabolism, hormone synthesis, growth, development, brain function, immune activity, and cellular function.[1, 2] However, you only need trace amounts … Continue reading Iron Toxicity: All You Need to Know About Iron Overdose
Sulforaphane: Are you getting enough of this healthy compound?
When it comes to the beneficial compounds found in fruits and vegetables, one particular health-promoting compound to take note of is sulforaphane, a phytochemical obtained from cruciferous vegetables. We say “obtained” because sulforaphane doesn’t naturally exist in these plants. Sulforaphane only occurs when two substances — the glucosinolate glucoraphanin and enzyme myrosinase — mix and react … Continue reading Sulforaphane: Are you getting enough of this healthy compound?
Does Lemon Juice Dissolve Kidney Stones?
Source: Does Lemon Juice Dissolve Kidney Stones? by Dr. Edward Group Lemon juice is a popular ingredient used in fresh lemonade, facial tonics, and natural household cleaning recipes. Folk medicine says this vitamin C-rich juice may even dissolve kidney stones, yet science remains inconclusive on these claims. But, science does agree that lemon juice may support kidney health; … Continue reading Does Lemon Juice Dissolve Kidney Stones?
The Benefits of Lithium Orotate
Source: The Benefits of Lithium Orotate by Dr. Edward Group An alkali metal related to sodium and potassium, lithium carbonate has been traditionally used within allopathic medicine to deal with mental imbalances. There are many side effects to taking this strong mineral as the body poorly absorbs lithium carbonate. Lithium orotate works differently. Lithium orotate offers superior bio-utilization, … Continue reading The Benefits of Lithium Orotate
8 Things You Need to Know About Iodine Deficiency in Dogs
Source: 8 Things You Need to Know About Iodine Deficiency in Dogs by Dr. Edward Group When it comes to our pets’ health, it doesn’t always register that they too can suffer from nutritional deficiencies. We take such good care of their safety that we may overlook the spectrum of nutrients their bodies require. As a … Continue reading 8 Things You Need to Know About Iodine Deficiency in Dogs
Aquaponics: How to Grow Your Own Food in Water
Source: Aquaponics: How to Grow Your Own Food in Water by Dr. Edward Group Just because you live in an urban setting without adequate yard space, or in an especially cold or inhospitable climate, doesn’t mean that you can’t maintain a delicious selection of fresh fruits and vegetables year round. By setting up a proper aquaponic … Continue reading Aquaponics: How to Grow Your Own Food in Water
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