Alkaline Diet

The internal environment of our bodies is maintained at a pH of just about 7.0. This means our internal environment is alkaline. Maintenance of this state is a dynamic, not static, process mediated moment to moment by numerous reactions that produce acid products. Our internal chemical equilibrium is primarily controlled by our lungs, kidneys, intestines, and skin. … Continue reading Alkaline Diet

Tasty Vegan Quinoa Salad Recipe with Lemon Basil Dressing

Source: Tasty Vegan Quinoa Salad Recipe with Lemon Basil Dressing by Dr. Edward Group Quinoa is an alternative grain and an incredibly nutritious food. If you’re looking for a way to add quinoa to your diet, this amazing quinoa salad will leave you asking for more. I found the original recipe on Two Peas & Their Pod and … Continue reading Tasty Vegan Quinoa Salad Recipe with Lemon Basil Dressing

Vegan Watermelon Salad: The Perfect Recipe for Summer

Source: Vegan Watermelon Salad: The Perfect Recipe for Summer by Dr. Edward Group A warm weather staple in the South, watermelon is synonymous with long summer days spent at the beach. Though it seems like a distinctly American food, the fruit we’re familiar has come a long way over the last 5,000 years. The precursor to … Continue reading Vegan Watermelon Salad: The Perfect Recipe for Summer

Do vegans need more iodine?

The vegan lifestyle can be quite healthy if the diet is composed of fresh, organic foods. This takes some planning. Vegans also need to avoid heavily processed vegan foods that give the false impression of providing balanced nutrition when they do not. Studies that compare a balanced vegan diet with that of vegetarians, and omnivores … Continue reading Do vegans need more iodine?

DIY Vegan Probiotic Yogurt Recipe with Floratrex™

Source: DIY Vegan Probiotic Yogurt Recipe with Floratrex™ by Dr. Edward Group Probiotics are one of the best ways to maintain gut health and yogurt is one source many people turn to. But, if you’re dairy-free, you might have trouble finding a store-bought probiotic yogurt that meets your needs. When you do manage to find one, vegan yogurt … Continue reading DIY Vegan Probiotic Yogurt Recipe with Floratrex™

What is a Vegan and What Does a Vegan Diet Entail?

Source: What is a Vegan and What Does a Vegan Diet Entail? by Dr. Edward Group I overheard a conversation the other day between one of our customer service reps and a customer who had some questions about improving their diet. During the chat, the benefits of adopting vegan dietary habits was mentioned. With that came … Continue reading What is a Vegan and What Does a Vegan Diet Entail?

Unbelievable Coconut Cardamom Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

Source: Unbelievable Coconut Cardamom Chia Seed Pudding Recipe by Dr. Edward Group If you have trouble making time for a healthy breakfast in the morning, overnight breakfast-in-a-jar recipes might be the answer. They’re easy to make and great on-the-go. This particular recipe comes from The Kitchn. It’s creamy, nutty, and filling—with just the right amount of … Continue reading Unbelievable Coconut Cardamom Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

Shockingly Healthy Vegan Chocolate Pudding Recipe

Source: Shockingly Healthy Vegan Chocolate Pudding Recipe by Dr.Edward Group I hate to be a spoilsport but you know those little pudding cups that are a popular item in kids’ lunches? They’re not much more than neatly-packaged doses of refined sugar, dairy milk, and processed oil—not the best choice if you’re following or trying to instill healthy eating … Continue reading Shockingly Healthy Vegan Chocolate Pudding Recipe

Top Foods High in Biotin

Source: Top Foods High in Biotin by Dr. Edward Group Biotin is a water-soluble, B-complex vitamin. It’s found in all living cells and is essential for cellular metabolism.[1] Biotin is also known as vitamin H, coenzyme R, and vitamin B7. Confusingly, it is also sometimes called vitamin B8, but this is unofficial and relatively uncommon (B8 … Continue reading Top Foods High in Biotin

Gluten-Free, Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Source: Gluten-Free, Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe by Dr. Edward Group These double chocolate chip cookies are not your average cookie. For one, there’s no flour, refined sugar, or processed oils in this seven-ingredient recipe. The best part is that they actually taste good! Some gluten-free, vegan recipes are hit-or-miss. A lot of them just taste bland. These … Continue reading Gluten-Free, Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe