Source: Metabolism and the Thyroid by Dr. Edward Group Often referred to as the “master gland,” the thyroid manages important body processes, including protein creation, energy levels, and metabolism. Because metabolic output is often related to body mass, proper thyroid function is instrumental when you’re trying to regulate your body weight. Thyroid deficiencies can lead to weight … Continue reading Metabolism and the Thyroid
The 9 Best Foods for Your Thyroid
Source: The 9 Best Foods for Your Thyroid by Dr. Edward Group Thyroid problems affects millions of people around the world, including those in industrialized countries such as the United States. The conditions resulting from thyroid problems can be extremely serious. As a regulator of hormone production and metabolism, the thyroid needs to function properly to maintain … Continue reading The 9 Best Foods for Your Thyroid
The 7 Best Vegetarian Foods for Selenium
Source: The 7 Best Vegetarian Foods for Selenium by Dr. Edward Group Selenium is a powerful trace mineral that everyone needs. Along with iodine, selenium is great for the thyroid. It supports the immune system and it’s a powerful antioxidant. [1] [2] Adults need at least 55 micrograms a day and some people consume more, depending on … Continue reading The 7 Best Vegetarian Foods for Selenium
The Health Benefits of Garlic: Nature’s Best Medicine
Source: The Health Benefits of Garlic: Nature’s Best Medicine by Dr. Edward Group Garlic (Allium sativum) is a plant used in cooking and medicine, best known for its distinctive flavor and aroma. While frequently used as a seasoning, garlic is technically a vegetable. A member of the Allium family, it’s a close relative of onions, shallots, leeks, … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Garlic: Nature’s Best Medicine
Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver?
Source: Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver? by Dr. Edward Group Lately, there’s been increasing interest in the effects of lemon juice on the liver. Specifically, its effectiveness as a liver detox agent. While there is some truth to this claim, there’s also a growing pile of misinformation produced by people who don’t really understand how the … Continue reading Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver?
The Health Benefits of Olive Oil
Source: The Health Benefits of Olive Oil by Dr. Edward Group Olive oil, like wine, has been around forever. For people of the Mediterranean, it has had medicinal, even magical powers through the ages. The olive tree is considered a symbol of peace and glory.Olives were first cultivated in the eastern part of the Mediterranean around 5000 … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Olive Oil
17 Health Benefits of Cayenne Pepper
Source: 17 Health Benefits of Cayenne Pepper by Dr. Edward Group Many societies, especially those of the Americas and China, have a history of using cayenne pepper therapeutically. A powerful compound with many uses, cayenne pepper is currently gaining buzz for cleansing and detoxifying regimes such as the Master Cleanse, which uses the spice to stimulate circulation … Continue reading 17 Health Benefits of Cayenne Pepper
14 Foods that Cleanse the Liver
Source: 14 Foods that Cleanse the Liver by Dr. Edward Group Modern society is a sad state that produces many over-processed livers. When we overeat or eat processed or fried foods, and, anytime we are exposed to environmental pollutants or stress, the liver becomes overworked and overloaded. When the liver is taxed, it can’t process toxins … Continue reading 14 Foods that Cleanse the Liver
The Health Benefits of Locally-Grown Raw Honey
Source: The Health Benefits of Locally-Grown Raw Honey by Dr. Edward Group Raw Honey is Tasty and Healthy! Honey has been used for centuries for its healing properties and sweet flavor. Honey is much sweeter than table sugar and is better for you. When possible, it’s best to buy locally grown, organic, raw honey. This will … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Locally-Grown Raw Honey
7 Reasons Why Stevia is Better Than Refined Sugar
Source: 7 Reasons Why Stevia is Better Than Refined Sugar by Dr. Edward Group Stevia is a natural sweetener, derived from the stevia rebaudiana plant that was first discovered centuries ago in Paraguay by the native population. But it wasn’t until the late 19th century that a Swiss botanist working in South America documented the so-called … Continue reading 7 Reasons Why Stevia is Better Than Refined Sugar
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