Source: What Are Saponins? Discovering Their Health Benefits by Dr. Edward Group Saponins are naturally occurring plant glycosides; which is to say they are phytochemicals — chemicals found in plants. They possess soap-like qualities and produce a lather when mixed with water.[1] Over one hundred families of plants contain saponins and there are more than eleven classes … Continue reading What Are Saponins? Discovering Their Health Benefits
Tribulus terrestris and Male Hormones
Source: Tribulus terrestris and Male Hormones by Dr. Edward Group Tribulus terrestris has played a vital role in Ayurvedic, Chinese, and European medicine for centuries. In Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine, it has been applied as a remedy for urinary and reproductive problems and fatigue. Similarly in Europe, Tribulus terrestris has been used to address urinary and … Continue reading Tribulus terrestris and Male Hormones
The Health Benefits of Ashwagandha
Source: The Health Benefits of Ashwagandha by Dr. Edward Group Withania somnifera, better known as ashwagandha or “Indian ginseng,” has been a staple of Ayurvedic medicine for over 3000 years. The herb has a wide range of activity that promotes physical and mental health, body rejuvenation, and longevity. It is known to inhibit anxiety and improve energy. … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Ashwagandha
The Top 8 Herbs for Andropause
Source: The Top 8 Herbs for Andropause by Dr. Edward Group Andropause, or male menopause, is a condition associated with a drop in sexual activity, testosterone levels, and a diminished frequency of normal erections. It’s an age related problem and many men are in full swing by middle age. Thankfully, there are natural solutions for combatting … Continue reading The Top 8 Herbs for Andropause
The Top 5 Questions About Male Menopause
Source: The Top 5 Questions About Male Menopause by Dr. Edward Group Stereotypically, men are notoriously bad at addressing their health concerns. If something hurts, they opt to tough it out. If a preventative procedure is uncomfortable, they put it off. It seems that the more “embarrassing” a problem is, the more likely it is to … Continue reading The Top 5 Questions About Male Menopause
The Benefits of Tongkat Ali for Male Enhancement
Source: The Benefits of Tongkat Ali for Male Enhancement by Dr. Edward Group Many aging men experience reductions in testosterone and other hormones, a condition known as andropause. Symptoms of andropause may include reduced sexual response, lack of energy, increased body fat, and mental lethargy. Andropause can be a struggle for many men, it’s frustrating when … Continue reading The Benefits of Tongkat Ali for Male Enhancement
What is Maca?
Source: What is Maca? by Dr. Edward Group The climate atop the Peruvian Andes is a harsh one, few plants, and few people, can survive the environment. However, there is one vigorous plant, Lepidium meyenii, more popularly known as Peruvian ginseng or maca, that thrives at the 4000-meter altitude. Its vitality in this remote region may explain … Continue reading What is Maca?
Chinese mushroom found to have powerful anti-aging benefits
The cordyceps mushroom is back in the spotlight again, except this time for its anti-aging properties. Researchers from Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc., and LifeGen Technologies have found that Cordyceps sinensis (Cs-4), a traditional Chinese mushroom, is a powerful anti-aging food with the ability to improve energy metabolism, decrease fatigue, bolster endurance levels and lengthen lifespan.Back in March, … Continue reading Chinese mushroom found to have powerful anti-aging benefits
Tips for Supporting Sore Muscles and Joints
Source: Tips for Supporting Sore Muscles and Joints by Dr. Edward Group Almost everyone has experienced some type of muscle or joint discomfort in their life. The entire human body is covered with muscle tissue and joints that are in motion almost constantly, making it easy for discomfort to appear anywhere, anytime. The most common type of … Continue reading Tips for Supporting Sore Muscles and Joints
Reishi mushrooms: traditional medicine for cancer, diabetes and more
Reishi mushrooms, also called lingzhi mushrooms, are a species of medicinal mushroom characterized by their kidney-shaped cap and tough texture. Though widely appreciated throughout the countries of their native Asia, reishi are especially venerated in China. In fact, practitioners of ancient Chinese medicine have been prescribing reishi for a host of medical conditions such as … Continue reading Reishi mushrooms: traditional medicine for cancer, diabetes and more
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