Years ago, we all saw the chia pets advertised on TV or on department store selves. Perhaps, you even have one of these sprout-covered clay sculptures sitting on your counter right now. But you might not know that the chia seeds that create that fluffy green afro are packed with amazing benefits for your health. … Continue reading Pack Your Nutrient Dense Smoothies with Chia Seeds
Metabolism and the Thyroid
Source: Metabolism and the Thyroid by Dr. Edward Group Often referred to as the “master gland,” the thyroid manages important body processes, including protein creation, energy levels, and metabolism. Because metabolic output is often related to body mass, proper thyroid function is instrumental when you’re trying to regulate your body weight. Thyroid deficiencies can lead to weight … Continue reading Metabolism and the Thyroid
The 9 Best Foods for Your Thyroid
Source: The 9 Best Foods for Your Thyroid by Dr. Edward Group Thyroid problems affects millions of people around the world, including those in industrialized countries such as the United States. The conditions resulting from thyroid problems can be extremely serious. As a regulator of hormone production and metabolism, the thyroid needs to function properly to maintain … Continue reading The 9 Best Foods for Your Thyroid
Health Benefits of Iodine For Thyroid Health
Source: Health Benefits of Iodine For Thyroid Health by Dr. Edward Group There are many health benefits of iodine for thyroid health as well as a complex relationship. Research affirms that iodine, a micronutrient present in many of the foods we eat (in trace amounts), is key in helping the thyroid gland make thyroid hormones[1]. The body … Continue reading Health Benefits of Iodine For Thyroid Health
The 7 Best Vegetarian Foods for Selenium
Source: The 7 Best Vegetarian Foods for Selenium by Dr. Edward Group Selenium is a powerful trace mineral that everyone needs. Along with iodine, selenium is great for the thyroid. It supports the immune system and it’s a powerful antioxidant. [1] [2] Adults need at least 55 micrograms a day and some people consume more, depending on … Continue reading The 7 Best Vegetarian Foods for Selenium
The Health Benefits of Garlic: Nature’s Best Medicine
Source: The Health Benefits of Garlic: Nature’s Best Medicine by Dr. Edward Group Garlic (Allium sativum) is a plant used in cooking and medicine, best known for its distinctive flavor and aroma. While frequently used as a seasoning, garlic is technically a vegetable. A member of the Allium family, it’s a close relative of onions, shallots, leeks, … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Garlic: Nature’s Best Medicine
Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver?
Source: Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver? by Dr. Edward Group Lately, there’s been increasing interest in the effects of lemon juice on the liver. Specifically, its effectiveness as a liver detox agent. While there is some truth to this claim, there’s also a growing pile of misinformation produced by people who don’t really understand how the … Continue reading Does Lemon Juice Detox the Liver?
The Health Benefits of Olive Oil
Source: The Health Benefits of Olive Oil by Dr. Edward Group Olive oil, like wine, has been around forever. For people of the Mediterranean, it has had medicinal, even magical powers through the ages. The olive tree is considered a symbol of peace and glory.Olives were first cultivated in the eastern part of the Mediterranean around 5000 … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Olive Oil
5 Things You Must Know About Colloidal Silver
Source: 5 Things You Must Know About Colloidal Silver by Dr. Edward Group Colloidal silver has been used for centuries to promote good health and studies continue to also show that colloidal silver outperforms many mainstream methods used against harmful organisms. [1] With so many cases of antibiotic resistance, it’s no wonder why colloidal silver has become … Continue reading 5 Things You Must Know About Colloidal Silver
12 Ways to Support Your Immune System Naturally
Source: 12 Ways to Support Your Immune System Naturally by Dr. Edward Group Your immune system is your frontline defense against environmental toxins, viruses, bacteria, and other harmful microorganisms. Unfortunately, the toxins present in today’s world are weakening the human immune system at an ever-increasing rate and there’s only so much we can do to … Continue reading 12 Ways to Support Your Immune System Naturally
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