Source: 7 Ways Selenium Benefits Your Body by Dr. Edaward Group Selenium is a trace element and mineral that is essential for human life.[1] It is critical to many of our basic physiological functions, including protecting cells from oxidative stress and helping the thyroid produce hormones. It is found in many selenium-rich fruits and vegetables and some animal products. … Continue reading 7 Ways Selenium Benefits Your Body
What Is Selenium Sulfide and Can it Benefit Your Health?
Source: What Is Selenium Sulfide and Can it Benefit Your Health? by Dr. Edward Group Selenium sulfide is a chemical compound created by fusing atomic selenium (Se) and sulfur (S).[1] The selenium and sulfur combination has been shown to promote skin health and thus selenium sulfide is found in many cosmetic, hair, and skin care products. It’s … Continue reading What Is Selenium Sulfide and Can it Benefit Your Health?
Study: Getting Plenty of Calcium Early in Life, May Help Prevent Obesity Later
Source: Study: Getting Plenty of Calcium Early in Life, May Help Prevent Obesity Later by Dr. Edward Group It’s no secret that calcium is important for the development of strong and healthy bones, especially in young growing bodies. But research presented by North Carolina State University suggests that it may also play a significant role in … Continue reading Study: Getting Plenty of Calcium Early in Life, May Help Prevent Obesity Later
New Research: Vitamin D Supplements Could Help Fight Crohn’s Disease
Source: New Research: Vitamin D Supplements Could Help Fight Crohn’s Disease by Dr. Edward Group According to a new study coming out of Canada, Vitamin d supplements have shown the ability to counter the negative effects associated with Crohn’s disease. A team of researchers from McGill University Health Centre in Montreal suggest that if you suffer … Continue reading New Research: Vitamin D Supplements Could Help Fight Crohn’s Disease
3 Great Supplements for Gut Health
Source: 3 Great Supplements for Gut Health by Dr. Edward Group I’ve talked a lot about the importance of maintaining a healthy gut. Your gut is where your immune system starts and many studies indicate illnesses—everything from weight gain right down to depression—can actually start in the gut. [1] All kinds of bacteria live in your gut—good and … Continue reading 3 Great Supplements for Gut Health
Vitamin C May Be Beneficial for Asthmatic Children, Study Suggests
Source: Vitamin C May Be Beneficial for Asthmatic Children, Study Suggests by Dr. Edward Group Vitamin C is often thought of as a sort of wonder supplement many of us turn to it when we start to feel sick. Whether it’s orange juice to ease a cold, or fizzy tablets as a pre-flight precaution, vitamin C … Continue reading Vitamin C May Be Beneficial for Asthmatic Children, Study Suggests
6 Vegetables High in Calcium
Source: 6 Vegetables High in Calcium by Dr. Edward Group Calcium is an essential mineral for maintaining healthy bones – a factor in the development in numerous diseases such as osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis and others. And while you may think that you take in enough calcium throughout the day, or that you need to consume meat … Continue reading 6 Vegetables High in Calcium
Iodine Deficiency During Pregnancy Impacts Children’s Brain Development
Source: Iodine Deficiency During Pregnancy Impacts Children’s Brain Development by Dr. Edward Group You probably know that pregnant women are encouraged to take additional vitamins and minerals for the sake of their baby’s development. Folic acid, calcium, and iron have long been considered the holy trinity of prenatal wellness. But here’s one you may not be so … Continue reading Iodine Deficiency During Pregnancy Impacts Children’s Brain Development
Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children
Source: Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children by Dr. Edward Group Pediatricians will tell you how important it is for expectant mothers to take prenatal vitamins during pregnancy. Pregnancy is a time when it’s essential for mothers and their developing babies have access to all the vitamins, … Continue reading Study: Folic Acid in Early Pregnancy Associated With Reduced Risk of Severe Language Delay in Children
7 Important Functions of Vitamin B-12
Source: 7 Important Functions of Vitamin B-12 by Dr. Edward Group It’s estimated nearly 40% of the American population suffers from B12 levels that are too low. [1] With low B12 levels, your brain doesn’t work quite right and more often than not you’re suffering from chronic fatigue. But vitamin B12 does more than just support healthy energy levels. … Continue reading 7 Important Functions of Vitamin B-12
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 