Biofilms in the Body

Source: Biofilms in the Body by Dr. Edward Group Long before you became a part of your community and, hopefully, a contributing member of society, there were the original communities, which were made of networks of bacteria. The inhabitants of these worked together to ensure the survival of as many members as possible. Today, these communities … Continue reading Biofilms in the Body

How We Got from GMO Labeling to GMO Propaganda

Source: How We Got from GMO Labeling to GMO Propaganda by Dr. Edward Group This past March, the Senate rejected a GMO-friendly bill that would’ve made clear GMO labeling optional for food producers and manufacturers. The bill, S. 2609, would’ve made GMO labeling a voluntary practice and prevented individual states from enacting their own legislation governing GMO labeling practices within their … Continue reading How We Got from GMO Labeling to GMO Propaganda

Study: Walnuts May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

Research by investigators at Marshall University’s Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, in West Virginia, suggests that regularly eating a few ounces of walnuts could significantly reduce the risk of breast cancer in women [1]. For their initial study, the university research team compared instances of breast cancer in several groups of laboratory mice that were … Continue reading Study: Walnuts May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children

Source: Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children by Dr. Edward Group Pediatricians will tell you how important it is for expectant mothers to take prenatal vitamins during pregnancy. Pregnancy is a time when it’s essential for mothers and their developing babies have access to all the vitamins, … Continue reading Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children

The Weight Loss Benefits of Green Coffee Bean

Source: The Weight Loss Benefits of Green Coffee Bean by Dr. Edward Group Green coffee bean extract, produced from the green beans of the Arabica plant, is a relatively new ingredient to weight loss products that has been getting strong attention; even being featured on the Dr. Oz program. This attention is not unfounded. Green coffee … Continue reading The Weight Loss Benefits of Green Coffee Bean

Understanding the Chemistry of the Oxygen Element

Source: Understanding the Chemistry of the Oxygen Element by Dr. Edward Group First identified in the 17th century, oxygen is a gaseous, non-metallic element that makes life possible. The chemist and physician John Mayow proved that oxygen was critical to lifeforms, and could be removed by a naked flame and respiration. A key indication of oxygen’s … Continue reading Understanding the Chemistry of the Oxygen Element

The Selenium Element and Its Role in Human Nutrition

Selenium (Se) is a trace mineral with a very important role in human nutrition. Many of the human body’s normal physiological functions require a small, but vital, amount of selenium.[1] Selenium rich foods are fairly common, so obtaining a sufficient amount from diet alone is not a challenge for most people. However, supplements are popular for … Continue reading The Selenium Element and Its Role in Human Nutrition

5 Reasons Phthalates Should Be Banned Immediately

Source: 5 Reasons Phthalates Should Be Banned Immediately by Dr. Edward Group Not that long ago, I talked about 12 ways toxins are sneaking into your life, and while all toxins are bad news, there’s one group that should be banned immediately. I’m talking about phthalates; these are a class of chemicals used to make plastic … Continue reading 5 Reasons Phthalates Should Be Banned Immediately

GMO genetic pollution alert: Genetically engineered wheat escapes experimental fields planted across 16 states

The genetic apocalypse we've been warning about for years may have already begun. The USDA just announced they found a significant amount of genetically engineered wheat growing in farm fields in Oregon. As the USDA announced yesterday, "...test results of plant samples from an Oregon farm indicate the presence of genetically engineered (GE) glyphosate-resistant wheat plants." Why is … Continue reading GMO genetic pollution alert: Genetically engineered wheat escapes experimental fields planted across 16 states