Source: 7 Health Benefits of Lavender Oil by Dr. Edward Group Lavender oil is a beneficial nectar extracted from the distinctive purple flowers of the lavender plant. This aromatic shrub, commonly known as English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), originated in the western Mediterranean region and is now cultivated throughout the U.S., Europe, and Australia. A major reason … Continue reading 7 Health Benefits of Lavender Oil
6 Lemongrass Benefits to Support Your Health
Source: 6 Lemongrass Benefits to Support Your Health by Dr. Edward Group Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) is a perennial herb with a distinct, lemony aroma and flavor. It’s a staple of both Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. Though the plant is native to India, it’s grown all over the world today. Lemongrass is a rich source of nutrients … Continue reading 6 Lemongrass Benefits to Support Your Health
The Health Benefits of Mimosa Pudica for Hemorrhoids
Source: The Health Benefits of Mimosa Pudica for Hemorrhoids by Dr. Edward Group Mimosa Pudica is a small evergreen that grows in Brazil, Asia, Africa, and India. The plant has a number of nicknames, including shameful plant, touch-me-not, and sensitive plant. Mimosa Pudica earned these names because of an interesting quality- its leaves close when they’re … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Mimosa Pudica for Hemorrhoids
The Health Benefits of Cloves
Source: The Health Benefits of Cloves by Dr. Edward Group Cloves are the dried flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum tree. While the tree is indigenous to the Maluka Islands of Indonesia, cloves are now found in India, the West Indies, Tanzania, Sri Lanka, Brazil, and Madagascar. For over 2,000 years, Indian and Chinese traditional medicine has made … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Cloves
10 Best Herbs for Female Hormone Balance
Source: 10 Best Herbs for Female Hormone Balance by Dr. Edward Group Reduced sexual desire, a lack of energy, hormonal imbalance… all problems that can cause a great deal of stress for women. Of course, environmental toxins and hormone disrupting chemicals (like BPA) only make the situation worse. Fortunately, women of any age can take nutritional steps … Continue reading 10 Best Herbs for Female Hormone Balance
3 Anti-Aging Benefits of Mucuna Pruriens
Source: 3 Anti-Aging Benefits of Mucuna Pruriens by Dr. Edward Group The aging process is often perceived as an unavoidable decline in mental health and overall physical strength and well-being. While this can be a stark reality to some people, especially those that have neglected their health throughout their lives, this doesn’t have to be the … Continue reading 3 Anti-Aging Benefits of Mucuna Pruriens
Top 9 Anti-Aging Antioxidants
Source: Top 9 Anti-Aging Antioxidants by Dr. Edward Group For years, scientists believed aging was a foregone conclusion and out of our control. Recent research, however, indicates that we have more authority over the aging process than previously realized. In fact, aging has more to do with the stress and function of our cells than it does with … Continue reading Top 9 Anti-Aging Antioxidants
Natural Iron Supplements: The Benefits of Plant-Based Iron
Source: Natural Iron Supplements: The Benefits of Plant-Based Iron by Dr. Edward Group Iron is an essential mineral that your body requires to maintain optimal health. There is a common misconception that iron is only obtained by eating meat and that iron deficiency is more prevalent amongst vegans and vegetarians.[1] Natural, plant-based iron supplements and food … Continue reading Natural Iron Supplements: The Benefits of Plant-Based Iron
The Health Benefits of American Ginseng
Source: The Health Benefits of American Ginseng by Dr. Edward Group Many people associate ginseng with regions in Asia, but there are actually several types of ginseng and a few of them grow in other areas of the world. One of my favorites, Panax quinquefolius, also known as American ginseng, has actually been enjoyed by Native Americans … Continue reading The Health Benefits of American Ginseng
What Are the Wellness Benefits of N-acetylcysteine?
Source: What Are the Wellness Benefits of N-acetylcysteine? by Dr. Edward Group Cysteine is an amino acid that the body is able to transform into antioxidants like glutathione.[1] N-acetylcysteine, also commonly called acetylcysteine, is a form of cysteine that has been specially modified.[2] While cysteine is available in many high-protein foods, such as chicken, turkey, pork, and dairy, N-acetylcysteine … Continue reading What Are the Wellness Benefits of N-acetylcysteine?
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