Bitter melons may taste unpleasant to some people, but its health benefits cannot be denied. In particular, a study in China suggested that oil extracts from bitter melon seeds have the potential to support weight loss. The results of the study, published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism, also pointed out that consuming bitter melon … Continue reading Bitter melon extract found to help treat diabetes with its anti-obesity effects
Keto is not the same as Paleo: 5 tips for success
These days, the road to fitness is just riddled with buzzwords that can be downright confusing to a person who’s just starting out. Take diets, for example. There are a lot of similarly themed meal plans that some people think are pretty much the same – like in the case of the paleo and keto … Continue reading Keto is not the same as Paleo: 5 tips for success
Vitamin B7 (biotin) is essential for hair, skin and nails – and also supports metabolism, gut health, immunity and more
If you’re having hair and skin problems, try to eat more foods that are rich in vitamin B7 or biotin. Biotin is a B vitamin, and this group of vitamins helps with optimal bodily function. There are many “delicate, intricate pathways” like methylation, or your body’s biochemical superhighway fueled by B vitamins. Methylation occurs in the body over one … Continue reading Vitamin B7 (biotin) is essential for hair, skin and nails – and also supports metabolism, gut health, immunity and more
Boost your metabolism AND the microbiota in your colon with a small amount of prebiotics
Prebiotics are specialized plant fibers that are most known for nourishing gut bacteria. These can be found in cereals, grains, firm bananas, and legumes — most of which we’re told to eat plenty of on a daily basis. In fact, as a team of investigators from Kobe University has discovered, even small amounts of prebiotics can be highly … Continue reading Boost your metabolism AND the microbiota in your colon with a small amount of prebiotics
How Does Vitamin B-12 Support Energy and Metabolism?
Source: How Does Vitamin B-12 Support Energy and Metabolism? by Dr. Edward Group When you are feeling sluggish and slow what do you do? Many people turn to caffeine in the form of teas, coffees, and energy drinks. These methods may provide temporary relief, but if you feel tired because of a B-12 deficiency, caffeine won’t solve … Continue reading How Does Vitamin B-12 Support Energy and Metabolism?
Bacillus subtilis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
Source: Bacillus subtilis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain by Dr. Edward Group Bacillus subtilis is a rod-shaped, Gram-positive bacteria that is found in soil and the gut of humans and some types of animals. Also known as Bacillus uniflagellatus, Bacillus globigii, and Bacillus natto, Bacillus subtilis is commonly included in probiotic supplement formulations. It’s a useful and beneficial probiotic that supports digestion, enzyme production, and … Continue reading Bacillus subtilis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain
Fasting activates your body’s ‘survival’ mode, boosting your immune system
Scientific research is finally validating the ancient health and healing practice of fasting. The Telegraph recently reported that scientists at the University of Southern California (USC) have discovered that fasting "for as little as three days can regenerate the entire immune system,even in the elderly, scientists have found in a breakthrough described as 'remarkable.'" Researchers suggest that … Continue reading Fasting activates your body’s ‘survival’ mode, boosting your immune system
What’s the Most Absorbable Form of B-12?
Source: What’s the Most Absorbable Form of B-12? by Dr. Edward Group For most people, getting enough vitamin B-12 isn’t an issue. Processed foods are often fortified with cyanocobalamin, a synthetic form of the nutrient. Still, many people are deficient in this vitamin because cyanocobalamin–and many other forms of B-12, for that matter–is not highly absorbable. Veganism, age, … Continue reading What’s the Most Absorbable Form of B-12?
Does the Vitamin B-12 Shot Have Side Effects?
Source: Does the Vitamin B-12 Shot Have Side Effects? by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin B-12 is to the human body what gasoline is to a car; without it, you’re not getting anywhere. A diet that includes meat, fish, and dairy products can provide natural sources of B-12; however, these foods typically carry a heavy toxic load. Vegetarians … Continue reading Does the Vitamin B-12 Shot Have Side Effects?
What Is Vitamin B-12 and Why Is It Essential to Your Health ?
Source: What Is Vitamin B-12? by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin B-12 is an essential vitamin, which means the human body cannot make it on its own and must obtain it through food, supplementation, or, in some cases, prescription medication. Known primarily as the “energy vitamin,” this vitally important nutrient plays a role in numerous bodily functions … Continue reading What Is Vitamin B-12 and Why Is It Essential to Your Health ?
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