Source: Iodine and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): What You Need to Know by Dr. Edward Group It’s no secret that iodine plays an important role in hormone production and has a special relationship with the thyroid. What’s less discussed is how important iodine is for women’s health. The ovaries contain the second highest concentration of iodine in … Continue reading Iodine and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): What You Need to Know
The Top 5 Herbs for Anti-Aging Benefits
Source: The Top 5 Herbs for Anti-Aging Benefits by Dr. Edward Group Aging is a fact of life and none of us are getting any younger. But, it doesn’t have to dramatically affect the way you look. If you’re active in your efforts, there are many ways to fight the aging process. Yes, shelling out thousands for … Continue reading The Top 5 Herbs for Anti-Aging Benefits
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
Study: Phytochemical Found in Broccoli & Cauliflower Attacks Prostate Cancer Cells
Source: Study: Phytochemical Found in Broccoli & Cauliflower Attacks Prostate Cancer Cells by Dr. Edward Group We all know that it’s important to eat our vegetables. At least, that’s what most of us have heard since we were kids. What our mother’s told us as when we were young, our doctors tell us as we get … Continue reading Study: Phytochemical Found in Broccoli & Cauliflower Attacks Prostate Cancer Cells
What is Na R-Lipoic acid?
Source: What is Na R-Lipoic acid? by Dr. Edward Group When it comes to health, there are some powerful molecules that remain relatively unknown by the general population. Alpha-lipoic acid is just one of these important molecules, acting as an antioxidant and playing an integral role in cellular energy metabolism. There are two forms of alpha-lipoic acid: r-lipoic acid and … Continue reading What is Na R-Lipoic acid?
The Health Benefits of Maltase
Source: The Health Benefits of Maltase by Dr. Edward Group Maltase is a carbohydrate-digesting enzyme that cleaves the bond linking the two parts of the maltose sugar molecule. Maltose is a naturally-occurring sugar that is produced as the body breaks down starches from long chains into shorter molecules using the amylase enzyme and also in germinating … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Maltase
The Health Benefits of Lactase
Source: The Health Benefits of Lactase by Dr. Edward Group Lactase is an enzyme that hydrolyzes milk sugar (lactose) into its component parts, glucose and galactose, and assists in the digestion dairy products such as, ice cream, milk and cheese. Nutritionists estimate that 10-20% of the U.S. population is lactose intolerant, meaning they have an inability … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Lactase
Enzymes in Raw Food
Source: Enzymes in Raw Food by Dr. Edward Group They might not receive the same attention as vitamins and minerals, but enzymes are essential components to the formula of maintaining a healthy body. Benefits of Enzymes Enzymes are complex, specialized proteins in raw food. They speed up and amplify the chemical processes in our bodies; everything … Continue reading Enzymes in Raw Food
What Is Intrinsic Factor?
Source: What Is Intrinsic Factor? by Dr. Edward Group Intrinsic factor is the most obscure—yet most important—glycoprotein in the human body. It has only one primary function that is essential for good health. Produced by the parietal cells of the stomach as well as the salivary glands, intrinsic factor has a brief, but very important life. … Continue reading What Is Intrinsic Factor?
Orotates and Mineral Transporters
Source: Orotates and Mineral Transporters by Dr. Edward Group Whenever anyone asks me what’s the best way to take mineral supplements, I often give an answer they don’t expect, “Orotates!” The blank looks I usually get tell me that further explanation is necessary. A few years ago, Ed Sharpe wrote a long and thorough report about … Continue reading Orotates and Mineral Transporters
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