Source: What is COPD? 7 Facts You Need to Know by Dr. Edward Group As the third leading cause of death in the United States, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, probably affects–or will affect–someone you know. While COPD may not be highly profiled as heart disease or cancer, it’s still one of the most prevalent and … Continue reading What is COPD? 7 Facts You Need to Know
Vegan Diet Dangers — Do They Exist?
Source: Vegan Diet Dangers — Do They Exist? by Dr. Edward Group In terms of health, a vegetarian diet can be one of the most healthy options. A new study even suggests a vegan diet could actually be the best when it comes to lowering heart disease and blood pressure. [1] It begs the question, is there any downside? The … Continue reading Vegan Diet Dangers — Do They Exist?
How safe are blood transfusions? Some experts warn of potentially deadly side effects
Blood transfusions have revolutionized medicine, but the National Health Service (NHS) in the U.K., which performs at least two million transfusions annually, is worried about the “love of blood” healthcare professionals seem to have. Love of blood refers to the dangers that accompany unnecessary transfusions, which occurs in at least one in five cases. According to a Dutch study, … Continue reading How safe are blood transfusions? Some experts warn of potentially deadly side effects
Most people with blood clots should not take clot-busting drugs : New research finds they cripple patients’ mobility
A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine revealed that not all patients with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) require clot-clearing drugs and devices as the treatments did not reduce the risk of developing post-thrombotic syndrome, a condition characterized by chronic limb pain and swelling. According to the experts, this complication leads to difficulties in walking or … Continue reading Most people with blood clots should not take clot-busting drugs : New research finds they cripple patients’ mobility
Gallbladder Problems: Disease, Symptoms & Natural Remedies
Source: Gallbladder Problems: Disease, Symptoms & Natural Remedies by Dr. Edward Group When it comes to helping with digestion, the liver and gallbladder work closely. While the liver makes the bile necessary to break down fats into fatty acids, the gallbladder (located beneath the liver) stores that bile until it’s needed in the small intestine. Because of this, it’s … Continue reading Gallbladder Problems: Disease, Symptoms & Natural Remedies
The Clear Skin Diet: Can Foods Cause Acne?
Source: The Clear Skin Diet: Can Foods Cause Acne? by Dr. Edward Group The torment of acne has become a rite of passage for teens. But, as it turns out, acne is not a condition limited to adolescents. Today, over 40% of American adults age 25 and over deal with clinical, facial acne. That includes … Continue reading The Clear Skin Diet: Can Foods Cause Acne?
Foods That Lower Blood Pressure
Source: Foods That Lower Blood Pressure by Dr. Edward Group There is a virtual cornucopia of foods, herbs, and other forms of nourishment that are readily available to lower high blood pressure, or hypertension, naturally. Fruits, vegetables, and nuts are just a handful of the healthy things you can eat to promote healthy blood flow. Learning … Continue reading Foods That Lower Blood Pressure
‘The human race is in trouble’ now that the post-antibiotic era is on our doorstep
The first person ever to fall victim to the so-called "post-antibiotic era" -- a New Zealand man recently died from a novel bacterial strain that is fully resistant to every known antibiotic -- has sparked fresh concerns about what some are now referring to as the real-life zombie apocalypse. Drug-resistant bacteria, warns John Aziz from The … Continue reading ‘The human race is in trouble’ now that the post-antibiotic era is on our doorstep
10 Facts about Calcium
Source: 10 Facts about Calcium by Dr. Edward Group Did you know that calcium accounts for around 1.5 to 2 percent of your body weight? This vital mineral is perhaps best known to strengthen bones, teeth, the heart, and slash your risk of developing a number of diseases. On the contrary, a calcium deficiency can lead to common … Continue reading 10 Facts about Calcium
What Is Calcium?
Source: What Is Calcium? by Dr. Edward Group Calcium is, quite simply, an essential element that is highly important for living organisms to survive. This includes humans and 1.5 to 2% of a human’s overall body weight consists of the element calcium. Represented by the elemental symbol of ‘Ca’, a certain amount of calcium is required … Continue reading What Is Calcium?
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 