Source: The Health Benefits of Alpha Galactosidase by Dr. Edward Group Beans, greens (especially cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower) and heavy carbohydrate-laden foods can cause gassiness and bloating.These foods have carbohydrates that are linked to proteins or fats (known as glycoproteins or glycolipids) which aren’t effectively broken down in the gut; these poorly-digested particles … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Alpha Galactosidase
The Health Benefits of Nattokinase
Source: The Health Benefits of Nattokinase by Dr. Edward Group Nattokinase is a powerful proteolytic enzyme that has fibrinolytic health benefits. It is best known for its astounding fibrinolytic (anti-clotting) capacities. Perhaps its most supported use is in the area of cardiovascular health, where it helps to rejuvenate healthy fibrin metabolism and reduce blood clotting, thus … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Nattokinase
The Health Benefits of Phytase
Source: The Health Benefits of Phytase by Dr. Edward Group Phytase is an enzyme that has the ability to liberate the phosphate and mineral residues from phytic acid (phytate), a compound formed during the maturation process of plant seeds and grains that is commonly found in plant-based foods. Roughly two thirds of the phosphorous present in … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Phytase
The Health Benefits of Beta-Glucanase
Source: The Health Benefits of Beta-Glucanase by Dr. Edward Group Beta-Glucanase represents a group of carbohydrate enzymes which break down glycosidic bonds within beta-glucan. These glucans also create up to 60% of the cell wall of many forms of fungal organisms such as Candida albicans and candidal biofilm (the common experience of candida in the gut). Beta glucans … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Beta-Glucanase
What Is Citric Acid?
Source: What Is Citric Acid? by Dr. Edward Group Have you ever read a food or supplement label, saw that it contained citric acid, and wondered what the heck citric acid is? Though the name sounds half-natural half-synthetic, citric acid is a wonderful natural ingredient that can boost detoxification and support healthy digestion, energy levels, and kidney … Continue reading What Is Citric Acid?
8 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil
Source: 8 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil by Dr. Edward Group Olive oil has received well-deserved attention over the last 10-15 years. This is the main ingredient that plays an important role in the Mediterranean diet. For years, studies have shown people who consume this type of diet live longer and enjoy a better quality of … Continue reading 8 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil
Vitamin A Deficiency in Children
Source: Vitamin A Deficiency in Children by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin A supplements for children could save 600,000 lives a year [1]. Current World Health Organization (WHO) estimates indicate roughly 190 million children, worldwide, under the age of five, suffer from the effects of vitamin A deficiency. These effects include increased susceptibility to potentially life-threatening infections, vision … Continue reading Vitamin A Deficiency in Children
The Ultimate Candida Diet Program
Source: The Ultimate Candida Diet Program by Dr. Edward Group Ten years ago, few people knew about the significance of candida overgrowth, let alone the health benefits of embarking on a candida diet program. But today, thanks to new attitudes on the detriments of excess sugar consumption, and a growing interest in natural health and nutrition, … Continue reading The Ultimate Candida Diet Program
What are the Health Benefits of Spirulina?
Source: What are the Health Benefits of Spirulina? by Dr. Edward Group Spirulina is cyanobacterium (blue-green algae) that grows in alkaline water. Spirulina is rich in protein and nutrients and been used as a food source in Africa for centuries. Today, spirulina powders and capsules are popular nutritional supplements. And, the rich antioxidant properties and therapeutic … Continue reading What are the Health Benefits of Spirulina?
What is Glutathione?
Source: What is Glutathione? by Dr. Edward Group Although no one has quite discovered an answer to the aging process, the quest for the fountain of youth continues to be pursued by many. The rise of nutritional supplements on the market directly reflects the increasing desire of consumers to appear and feel younger. Many of these supplements … Continue reading What is Glutathione?
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