Source: The Benefits of Zinc Orotates by Dr. Edward Group Zinc Orotate is a mineral salt found in the human body in trace amounts. Discovered by Dr. Hans Nieper, each molecule of zinc orotate is composed of two molecules of orotic acid and one zinc atom.This innovative German doctor found that this particular form of zinc … Continue reading The Benefits of Zinc Orotates
Vitamins and Minerals
Source: Vitamins and Minerals by Dr. Edward Group Even though they’re in almost everything we eat and drink, many people aren’t exactly clear what the distinction is between vitamins and dietary minerals. We’re told they’re important and we need them to keep us healthy, but what’s the difference? What Are Vitamins?Vitamins are organic compounds the human … Continue reading Vitamins and Minerals
The Efficient Absorption of Nutrients: What Is Bioavailability?
Source: The Efficient Absorption of Nutrients: What Is Bioavailability? by Dr. Edward Group Bioavailability is the proportion of a nutrient the human body is able to absorb and use. You might think that when you eat an apple every iota of vitamin A, every antioxidant, and every mineral it contains is used by your body with … Continue reading The Efficient Absorption of Nutrients: What Is Bioavailability?
Melatonin treats migraine headaches
A recent study showed that melatonin is an effective treatment for migraine headaches. Study participants had a history of 2 to 8 migraines per month. They were divided into three groups, those taking 3 mg of melatonin, 25 mg of amityptyline (an antidepressant drug commonly used to prevent migraines), and placebo. The melatonin group had … Continue reading Melatonin treats migraine headaches
The Benefits of Mulungu Bark for Mental Health
Source: The Benefits of Mulungu Bark for Mental Health by Dr. Edward Group Life is full of stressful moments and situations. Nobody is immune to occasional mood disturbances and anxiety. However, just because you’re stressed isn’t necessarily a good reason to resort to powerful medications. Many medicines-for-your-mind have horrible side effects that are worse than the … Continue reading The Benefits of Mulungu Bark for Mental Health
Are Coffee Grounds Good For Plants?
Source: Are Coffee Grounds Good For Plants? by Dr. Edward Group You only need to walk past a coffee shop in any American city to see that our country loves java. With so much coffee being consumed on a daily basis, it’s encouraging to learn that there is a productive use for all those grinds. Next … Continue reading Are Coffee Grounds Good For Plants?
10 Homemade Organic Pesticides
Source: 10 Homemade Organic Pesticides by Dr. Edward Group Ever wonder what farmers did hundreds of years ago to fight off crop pests? Long before the invention of harmful chemical pesticides (yes, the kind that is linked to cancerous cellular activity), farmers and householders came up with multiple remedies for removing insect infestations from their garden … Continue reading 10 Homemade Organic Pesticides
7 Tips for Starting Your Own Organic Garden
Source: 7 Tips for Starting Your Own Organic Garden by Dr. Edward Group Many readers have expressed interest in creating their own organic garden in their own backyard. As a result, I wanted to share a few tips for starting a backyard garden that is organic, sustainable and earth-friendly. There are numerous benefits to planting your … Continue reading 7 Tips for Starting Your Own Organic Garden
10 Reasons to Start Composting
Source: 10 Reasons to Start Composting by Dr. Edward Group There is no denying that there is a clear win-win situation that comes from regularly composting the planet’s organic waste. While it may take a little effort to set up your own at-home composting system, the results will be worth it. Composting is an important way … Continue reading 10 Reasons to Start Composting
7 Reasons You Should Buy Fair Trade Coffee
Source: 7 Reasons You Should Buy Fair Trade Coffee by Dr. Edward Group We have all heard much buzz lately about buying fair trade and organic products, particularly in reference to daily commodities such as coffee. But what does “fair trade” actually mean? And why is it so important to buy fair trade, organic coffee? What … Continue reading 7 Reasons You Should Buy Fair Trade Coffee
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