Source: Why is Refined Sugar So Bad for Your Health? by Dr. Edward Group Sugar consumption has steadily risen in recent years and the USDA now reports that the average American consumes around 150 pounds of sugar per year. [1] Sodas are a major source of refined sugars in the American diet. Energy drinks are close behind, and even fruit … Continue reading Why is Refined Sugar So Bad for Your Health?
Dangers of Copper
Source: Dangers of Copper by Dr. Edward Group Copper is an elemental nutrient that is necessary for good health. In fact, it can be found naturally in all plants and animals. The metallic form of copper can also be found in our environment as it occurs naturally. As necessary as it is for your body to … Continue reading Dangers of Copper
7 Dangers of the Sauna
Source: 7 Dangers of the Sauna by Dr. Edward Group 7 Dangers of the Sauna Sauna therapy has been used for hundreds of years in Scandinavia and is thought to be a health-promoting activity. Research has linked it to many health benefits, especially for persons with certain cardiovascular ailments and skin conditions. Additionally, evidence supports the use of … Continue reading 7 Dangers of the Sauna
Mid-Afternoon Slump? Why a Sugar Rush May Not Be the Answer
Source: Mid-Afternoon Slump? Why a Sugar Rush May Not Be the Answer by Dr. Edward Group We’ve all been guilty of turning to quick pick-me-ups to help us make it through a long day. For many of us this means an extra cup of coffee or energy drink sometime between lunch and five o’clock. While there’s … Continue reading Mid-Afternoon Slump? Why a Sugar Rush May Not Be the Answer
Is Taurine in Energy Drinks Dangerous?
Source: Is Taurine in Energy Drinks Dangerous? by Dr. Edward Group The multi-billion dollar phenomenon of energy drinks has captured the attention of scientists and nutritionists across the country. One of the main reasons is taurine, a common ingredient found in the caffeine and sugar-laden concoctions. What is Taurine? Taurine is a free form amino acid contained in foods … Continue reading Is Taurine in Energy Drinks Dangerous?
Iodine and Radiation
Source: Iodine and Radiation by Dr. Edward Group After nuclear disasters like Fukushima and Chernobyl, many people around the world have begun looking into natural ways to protect themselves from the negative effects of radiation – particularly those who reside near nuclear facilities or other problematic sites. This is an item of concern it’s better to … Continue reading Iodine and Radiation
That Natural Label Doesn’t Always Mean GMO Free
Source: That Natural Label Doesn’t Always Mean GMO Free by Dr. Edward Group Genetically-modified organisms (GMOs) are controversial in the US due to potential health risks and the concern that GM foods have not been adequately tested. Americans who do not wish to eat GM foods often search for grocery store products that are labeled as ‘natural,’ … Continue reading That Natural Label Doesn’t Always Mean GMO Free
FDA Announces They Will Consider Ban on Mercury Amalgam Fillings
Source: FDA Announces They Will Consider Ban on Mercury Amalgam Fillings by Dr. Edward Group Nobody enjoys a visit to the dentist. It’s the sort of thing most of us go well out of our way to avoid whenever possible. There are times, however, when even the most vigilant daily flossers have no choice but to … Continue reading FDA Announces They Will Consider Ban on Mercury Amalgam Fillings
EPA and FDA Issue New Warnings to Pregnant Women About Fish Consumption
Source: EPA and FDA Issue New Warnings to Pregnant Women About Fish Consumption by Dr. Edward Group Recently, officials from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Food and Drug Administration issued new recommendations regarding seafood consumption limits for women who are pregnant or nursing. This release marks the first update on recommended fish consumption since 2004. … Continue reading EPA and FDA Issue New Warnings to Pregnant Women About Fish Consumption
How to Eliminate Tobacco Smoke From Indoor Air
Source: How to Eliminate Tobacco Smoke From Indoor Air by Dr. Edward Group Even before the Surgeon General’s 1964 report, “Smoking and Health,” society has been aware of the terrible effects of tobacco smoke on health. Today, you’d have to be living under a rock or purposely obtuse to not know that tobacco smoke is a … Continue reading How to Eliminate Tobacco Smoke From Indoor Air
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