Source: 9 Common Types of Magnesium Explained by Dr. Edward Group Magnesium is one of the most abundant minerals in the human body and 50% of magnesium is located in the bones. Magnesium, similar to zinc, is a necessary cofactor for over 300 biochemical reactions in the human body. This includes everyday processes, such as muscle building, … Continue reading 9 Common Types of Magnesium Explained
Vitamin D deficiency substantially increases the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
Dementia is one of today’s biggest health challenges for older adults. There are currently 44 million cases around the world, and this number is expected to triple by the year 2050. An estimated billion persons around the world now have low vitamin D levels, which has been linked to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. In fact, a major … Continue reading Vitamin D deficiency substantially increases the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
Vitamin A: Health Benefits, Best Foods, and More
Source: Vitamin A: Health Benefits, Best Foods, and More by Dr. Edward Group While I can’t stress enough just how important all the vitamins and minerals are for your overall well being, today we’re going to focus on vitamin A. Vitamin A is fat-soluble, a powerful antioxidant, and part of a family of compounds that are vitally … Continue reading Vitamin A: Health Benefits, Best Foods, and More
A Surprising Superfood: Learn the Benefits of Aloe Vera
Source: A Surprising Superfood: Learn the Benefits of Aloe Vera by Dr. Edward Group Every day, people around the world appreciate the nutritional benefits of aloe vera. And, while most of us are familiar with its healing effects on skin, its uses go well beyond that. Believe it or not, aloe vera is actually a superfood! Superfood … Continue reading A Surprising Superfood: Learn the Benefits of Aloe Vera
Benefits of Aloe Vera
Source: Benefits of Aloe Vera by Dr. Edward Group Sometimes dubbed as the “First Aid” plant because of the soothing gel inside the thick, succulent leaves, aloe vera has incredible, natural, skin care properties. Aloe vera is commonly used on sunburns, cuts, or even consumed. The 2011 2nd edition of Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects … Continue reading Benefits of Aloe Vera
5 Factors That Affect Vitamin D Status
Source: 5 Factors That Affect Vitamin D Status by Dr. Edward Group One of the leading nutrients on the forefront of scientific research is vitamin D. Also called the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D is important for immune system support, blood sugar health, and energy. [1] [2] A deficiency in this essential macronutrient is unknowingly plaguing millions of … Continue reading 5 Factors That Affect Vitamin D Status
Does Vitamin D Toxicity Exist?
Source: Does Vitamin D Toxicity Exist? by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin D is one of the most important and most misunderstood vitamin of our time, and many people simply aren’t receiving enough. Most people are deficient in vitamin D due to lack of sunlight exposure. We’re modern-day cavemen, trapped in our offices and homes, rarely ever exposing … Continue reading Does Vitamin D Toxicity Exist?
Study: Low Vitamin D Levels May Be Associated With Recurrent Inflammatory Spinal Cord Disease
Source: Study: Low Vitamin D Levels May Be Associated With Recurrent Inflammatory Spinal Cord Disease by Dr. Edward Group There are plenty of good reasons to make sure your body gets enough vitamin D. Most people associate it with calcium absorption for maintaining strong bones and healthy, better-looking hair. Others think of it as a way to … Continue reading Study: Low Vitamin D Levels May Be Associated With Recurrent Inflammatory Spinal Cord Disease
Are You At Risk for Vitamin D Deficiency?
Source: Are You At Risk for Vitamin D Deficiency? by Dr. Edward Group Despite the positive discoveries related to the benefits of vitamin D, a number of questions remain. Many experts are still unsure as to the extent vitamin D deficiency plays in disease development. [1] Many experts also disagree on whether or not supplementation or sun … Continue reading Are You At Risk for Vitamin D Deficiency?
Do Skin Cancer Fears Contribute to Vitamin D Deficiency?
Source: Do Skin Cancer Fears Contribute to Vitamin D Deficiency? by Dr. Edward Group The sun is both loved and feared, and many people either worship its life-giving warmth or shun it altogether. As fear of skin cancer related to UV exposure became widespread, individuals around the globe began shying away from natural sunlight. Many skin cancer campaigns … Continue reading Do Skin Cancer Fears Contribute to Vitamin D Deficiency?
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 