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

5 Uses for Spent Coffee Grounds

Source: 5 Uses for Spent Coffee Grounds by Dr. Edward Group Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages in the world. It’s grown in over 70 countries and amounts to over 16 billion pounds of beans every year. That’s a lot of beans… and when they’re only used once and thrown away, it also amounts … Continue reading 5 Uses for Spent Coffee Grounds

What is Salidroside? 5 Ways it Promotes Health

Source: What is Salidroside? 5 Ways it Promotes Health by Dr. Edward Group It’s no surprise that plants are the starting point for many, many natural and herbal remedies. But have you ever stopped to think why that is? What’s in them that gives them the juice? In the past few years, science has been able … Continue reading What is Salidroside? 5 Ways it Promotes Health

What are the Health Benefits of Rhodiola rosea?

Source: What are the Health Benefits of Rhodiola rosea? by Dr. Edward Group Rhodiola rosea, also known as golden root, grows in the cool, northern climates of Asia and Eastern Europe and even flourishes in many regions of the Arctic. It’s included in several traditional healing modalities where it’s used as an herbal remedy for fatigue, … Continue reading What are the Health Benefits of Rhodiola rosea?

The Benefits of Mucuna pruriens for Brain Health

Source: The Benefits of Mucuna pruriens for Brain Health by Dr. Edward Group Long before chemicals, labs, and appointed health authorities, natural plants and practical knowledge formed the foundation for medicine. Indian Ayurvedic medicine, one of the oldest holistic medical modalities, cataloged the therapeutic properties for thousands of plants. While pharmaceutical marketing might make us wonder … Continue reading The Benefits of Mucuna pruriens for Brain Health

10 Health Benefits of Ginger

Source: 10 Health Benefits of Ginger by Dr. Edward Group Earlier this year, I had a day where I experienced a sore throat and sinus irritation. I didn’t reach for a box of any over-the-counter remedy, instead I juiced a fair amount of ginger and lemon and added it to a tea. I was very satisfied … Continue reading 10 Health Benefits of Ginger

8 Impressive Health Benefits of Turmeric

Source: 8 Impressive Health Benefits of Turmeric by Dr. Edward Group Turmeric, also known as Curcuma longa, is an ancient spice that has remained popular in India and Asia since 2,000 BC. The spice belongs to the ginger family and is a prized component of the culinary traditions of these cultures. Turmeric imparts a vibrant yellowish … Continue reading 8 Impressive Health Benefits of Turmeric

What Are Micronutrients? A Review of Essential Nutrients

Source: What Are Micronutrients? A Review of Essential Nutrients by Dr. Edward Group Micronutrients are the vitamins and minerals required by your body. Unlike macronutrients, you only need minuscule amounts of micronutrients to maintain good health. Micronutrients are essential to the production of enzymes, hormones, proteins, and other products created by your body. Some micronutrients have … Continue reading What Are Micronutrients? A Review of Essential Nutrients