Source: Chaga Mushroom: The Immune-Boosting Superfood by Dr. Edward Group Chaga (Inonotus Obliquus) is a mushroom that typically grows on birch trees in colder climates across the Northern Hemisphere. At first glance, the mushroom doesn’t look very appealing; actually, it doesn’t even looks like a mushroom at all! Appearances can be deceiving, however, as this special … Continue reading Chaga Mushroom: The Immune-Boosting Superfood
5 Health Benefits of Sunflower Seeds
Source: 5 Health Benefits of Sunflower Seeds by Dr. Edward Group Sunflower seeds — great at the ballpark, helpful during a long drive, and a native plant to North America that has become a staple to cultures worldwide. Despite their small size, sunflower seeds are a dense source of vitamins and minerals and essential oils. Not … Continue reading 5 Health Benefits of Sunflower Seeds
Raw Walnuts Have 15x More Antioxidant Potency than Vitamin E
Source: Raw Walnuts Have 15x More Antioxidant Potency than Vitamin E by Dr. Edward Group Walnuts are perhaps best-known for being the quintessential healthy brain-food. But who knew that walnuts were also winning top prizes for their heart-healthy, free-radical fighting, antioxidant properties as well? Recent scientific evidence shows how the walnut may possibly be the number … Continue reading Raw Walnuts Have 15x More Antioxidant Potency than Vitamin E
Electrolytes: What Are They & Why Are They So Good For Us?
Source: Electrolytes: What Are They & Why Are They So Good For Us? by Dr. Edward Group Electrolytes are ionic solutions (salts), existing in nature in the form of minerals. Electrolytes are responsible for keeping the body properly hydrated so the muscles and nerves can function properly. Since the human body is composed mostly of water, … Continue reading Electrolytes: What Are They & Why Are They So Good For Us?
The Weight Loss Benefits of Damiana
Source: The Weight Loss Benefits of Damiana by Dr. Edward Group What is Damiana? Damiana, or turnera diffusa, is a flowering shrub found throughout Mexico, the West Indies, and parts of Central and South America. The leaves have historically been used as traditional herbal therapies for tonic and cleansing purposes. Indigenous people in Central and South … Continue reading The Weight Loss Benefits of Damiana
The Health Benefits of Flaxseed Oil
Source: The Health Benefits of Flaxseed Oil by Dr. Group There has been a lot of talk about the health benefits of flaxseed oil but many people don’t know exactly what it is and what it specifically does. Flax is a good source of plant omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fiber and other nutrients. It’s nutrient composition differs … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Flaxseed Oil
How Much Vitamin D3 Do You Need?
Source: How Much Vitamin D3 Do You Need? by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin D is a hot topic in the news these days and it’s also one of the most controversial subjects in medical research. The main debate centers around how much vitamin D3, a natural “nutrient” synthesized by the body in response to sunlight exposure, … Continue reading How Much Vitamin D3 Do You Need?
How to Increase Your Metabolism
Your metabolism is your body’s biochemical activity that regulates the conversion of calories into energy. A slow metabolism is slow to convert calories into energy and can cause the body to store fat. A fast metabolism operates in converse fashion, quickly using energy and not storing it. Your body’s metabolism is controlled by your thyroid … Continue reading How to Increase Your Metabolism
3 Ways You Can Improve Your Mental Health Through Your Gut
Source: 3 Ways You Can Improve Your Mental Health Through Your Gut by Dr. Edward Group Many of you already know your gut is home to countless bacteria and there’s about 1,000 different species living inside your intestinal tract? All these bacteria help make up what’s called the microbiome. It’s well documented that maintaining your gut’s … Continue reading 3 Ways You Can Improve Your Mental Health Through Your Gut
Gut Flora: 7 Ways Probiotics Affect Your Health
Source: Gut Flora: 7 Ways Probiotics Affect Your Health by Dr. Edward Group Your gut is where digestion begins, it’s connected to your brain, and it’s at least 70% of your immune system. The bottom line — you can’t be healthy if your gut isn’t healthy. A diet free of refined sugar and artificial ingredients are … Continue reading Gut Flora: 7 Ways Probiotics Affect Your Health
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 