Source: EPA and FDA Issue New Warnings to Pregnant Women About Fish Consumption by Dr. Edward Group Recently, officials from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Food and Drug Administration issued new recommendations regarding seafood consumption limits for women who are pregnant or nursing. This release marks the first update on recommended fish consumption since 2004. … Continue reading EPA and FDA Issue New Warnings to Pregnant Women About Fish Consumption
How Red Meat Interferes with the Immune System
Source: How Red Meat Interferes with the Immune System by Dr. Edward Group There has been a lot of controversy surrounding red meat in recent years, with some experts concerned that eating large amounts may increase the risk of heart disease, atherosclerosis, and type 2 diabetes. While meat could be considered a natural food, its conventional processing … Continue reading How Red Meat Interferes with the Immune System
Is Sugar Toxic?
Source: Is Sugar Toxic? by Dr. Edward Group There’s been a lot of talk about the dangers of refined sugars like high fructose corn syrup, sucrose, and others. After decades of research, it appears the adverse effects of refined sugars on human health are finally gaining much deserved mainstream attention. According to the CDC, more than 30% … Continue reading Is Sugar Toxic?
5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame
Source: 5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame by Dr. Edward Group Aspartame is a nasty chemical that’s sold as a zero-calorie healthy sweetener. But did you know that it’s technically not calorie-free? Not a lot, only about 4 calories per gram. [1] That isn’t a lot, and it’s not a big deal. But it’s one weird fact you probably didn’t … Continue reading 5 Shocking Facts About Aspartame
The Two Most Dangerous Artificial Sweeteners
Source: The Two Most Dangerous Artificial Sweeteners by Dr. Edward Group Artificial sweeteners were initially designed to be sugar substitutes and a helpful tool for the battle against the bulge. Unfortunately, the state of obesity in the world has gotten worse, and artificial sweeteners are clearly not helping. You can find sugar substitutes in diet sodas, yogurt, and … Continue reading The Two Most Dangerous Artificial Sweeteners
5 Alarming Facts About Prescription Drugs
Source: 5 Alarming Facts About Prescription Drugs by Dr. Edward Group Prescription drugs are prevalent in today’s society. While some drugs may be necessary in some situations, the fact that there are some drugs that carry health risks that exceed their perceived benefit is very real. Of course, this post is not to turn anyone off … Continue reading 5 Alarming Facts About Prescription Drugs
The Health Dangers of Chromium Hexavalent
Source: The Health Dangers of Chromium Hexavalent by Dr. Edward Group If you remember, in the movie Erin Brockovich, chromium hexavalent is the dangerous chemical compound that Ms. Brockovich helped to eradicate from Hinkley, California’s water supply. Why did she pursue the fight? Because chromium hexavalent is extremely toxic and dangerous. What is Chromium Hexavalent? Chromium … Continue reading The Health Dangers of Chromium Hexavalent
Hot Dogs: Questions and Answers
Source: Hot Dogs: Questions and Answers by Dr. Edward Group Consuming Hot Dogs Can Be Harmful to Your Health Multiple studies have determined that consumption of hot dogs can be a risk factor for childhood cancer. Peters et al studied the relationship between the intake of certain foods and the risk of leukemia in children from … Continue reading Hot Dogs: Questions and Answers
Threats to Your Thyroid Function
Source: Threats to Your Thyroid Function by Dr. Edward Group Located just below the voice box, the thyroid gland is part of the endocrine system and has a significant influence on many of the body’s most essential processes. Regulation of growth, body temperature, metabolism, and physical development are all driven by the thyroid gland.[1] Normal thyroid function … Continue reading Threats to Your Thyroid Function
7 Tips for Creating a Healthy and Positive Work Environment
Source: 7 Tips for Creating a Healthy and Positive Work Environment by Dr. Edward Group For most people, work occupies a substantial part of their life. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ American Time Use Survey, people spend nearly nine hours on work-related activities during their day.[1] Other studies, such as a 2014 survey by Gallup, … Continue reading 7 Tips for Creating a Healthy and Positive Work Environment
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