The human body has an incredible ability and desire to heal itself. Part of this self-healing process is the inflammatory cascade. This process is critical, but typically for a short period of time. However, when balancing mechanisms such as anti-inflammatory mediators are deficient or of poor quality, the inflammatory response grows too strong. The food … Continue reading De-Inflame with Superfoods, Part II
Trouble With This Year’s Flu Shot
According to the government’s own statistics, the flu vaccine is causing about 269 people per year to become injured (including some deaths) with Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). People die from the flu, usually because of secondary complications, such as pneumonia or complications of chronic medical problems. However sometimes people die from the vaccine itself and for that … Continue reading Trouble With This Year’s Flu Shot
De-Inflame with Superfoods, Part I
Cellular inflammation has been shown to be the underlying marker in nearly every major health problem. Every single day our body is attacked by free radicals; cells are damaged; and inflammatory mediators are produced and triggered throughout our body. Fortunately, God gave us an incredible ability to heal and regulate abnormal cells. He also provided … Continue reading De-Inflame with Superfoods, Part I
Red Clover Shown to Improve Bone Mineral Density and Lower LDL Cholesterol
Red clover, that versatile flower little girls use to decorate their hair and string into necklaces, has been shown to be very good for big girls too. Women have a history of using red clover to alleviate the symptoms of estrogen insufficiency and help restore hormonal balance. Red clover has long been a staple of … Continue reading Red Clover Shown to Improve Bone Mineral Density and Lower LDL Cholesterol
Learn about the Importance of Good Bacteria, Part I
The adult intestine contains around 2-4 pounds of bacteria. This bacterial load is 10 times greater than the number of cells within our body. In real numbers, since we are about 75 trillion cells we have approximately 750 trillion bacterial cells within our body. It is astonishing to think about our bodies in such a … Continue reading Learn about the Importance of Good Bacteria, Part I
Can sprouted nuts improve digestion and immune function?
As the world continues to get crazier and more polluted by the day, health-minded individuals have to become ever more vigilant when protecting themselves. In order to help neutralize the effects of rampant toxicity, there are many steps we can take – like, eating sprouted foods. Probably one of the most important things to be … Continue reading Can sprouted nuts improve digestion and immune function?
Reverse chronic inflammatory diseases naturally
Chronic inflammatory diseases are a common day epidemic. Every year the number of individuals with debilitating chronic inflammatory diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome, interstitial cystitis, mental depressive conditions, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue syndrome grow. These inflammatory conditions are commonly associated with a hyper responsive immune system. Overcoming these conditions begins with rebuilding the intestinal … Continue reading Reverse chronic inflammatory diseases naturally
9 Oregano Oil Benefits to Support Your Health Naturally
Source: 9 Oregano Oil Benefits to Support Your Health Naturally by Dr. Edward Group Oregano oil is extracted from the oregano plant (Origanum vulgare), a perennial herb from the flowering plant family Lamiaceae. Thanks to its high concentration of antioxidants, carvacrol, and other critical vitamins and nutrients, the health benefits of oregano oil are truly staggering. Oregano … Continue reading 9 Oregano Oil Benefits to Support Your Health Naturally
Adaptogenic Herbs: What Are Adaptogens?
Source: Adaptogenic Herbs: What Are Adaptogens? by Dr. Edward Group What Are Adaptogens? Adaptogens are natural substances that work with a person’s body and help them adapt; most notably, to stress. Adaptogens are a natural ally in dealing with persistent stress and fatigue because they work with regulating important hormones. Adaptogens offer several other health benefits, … Continue reading Adaptogenic Herbs: What Are Adaptogens?
What Are Saponins? Discovering Their Health Benefits
Source: What Are Saponins? Discovering Their Health Benefits by Dr. Edward Group Saponins are naturally occurring plant glycosides; which is to say they are phytochemicals — chemicals found in plants. They possess soap-like qualities and produce a lather when mixed with water.[1] Over one hundred families of plants contain saponins and there are more than eleven classes … Continue reading What Are Saponins? Discovering Their Health Benefits
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 