Bifidobacterium lactis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain

Source: Bifidobacterium lactis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain by Dr. Edward Group Are you aware of the huge list of benefits probiotics can provide for the human body? Bifidobacterium lactis, or B. lactis for short, is just one of the many bacterial strains found to promote overall health and well being. Whether it’s supporting digestion, boosting immune health, or easing … Continue reading Bifidobacterium lactis: A Healthy Probiotic Strain

5 More Popular Weight Loss Diets Explained

Source: 5 More Popular Weight Loss Diets Explained by Dr. Edward Group In my previous post we looked at 6 common weight loss diets, here are another five I felt deserved consideration. 1. The Pritkin Principle Diet This diet has been around since the 1970’s and was originally aimed at those with hypertension and diabetes. Fruits, … Continue reading 5 More Popular Weight Loss Diets Explained

6 Popular Weight Loss Diets Explained

Source: 6 Popular Weight Loss Diets Explained by Dr. Edward Group Here’s a look at some of the most common diets people are using. I am not endorsing any of these but I’ve received a lot of questions about them and wanted to provide a brief overview. Fundamentally, I usually recommend a mostly vegetarian diet but … Continue reading 6 Popular Weight Loss Diets Explained

Should You Use Weight Loss Supplements?

Source: Should You Use Weight Loss Supplements? by Dr. Edward Group Most people want to lose weight to experience the benefits of having a healthy body and avoid the problems of not. The stresses of excessive weight include cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and the spectrum of problems caused by toxins are experiences we’re better off to avoid. … Continue reading Should You Use Weight Loss Supplements?

6 Tips to Maintaining a Healthy Body

Source: 6 Tips to Maintaining a Healthy Body by Dr. Edward Group What’s going on with your fitness routine? Where are you at with it? If you’re on the up swing- that’s awesome, stick with it. If you’re not, why not? What happened to hitting the gym this week? Did Monday quickly turn into Friday and … Continue reading 6 Tips to Maintaining a Healthy Body

10 Fruits Rich in Calcium

Source: 10 Fruits Rich in Calcium by Dr. Edward Group As you’re likely aware, calcium is an absolutely essential mineral that helps support development of healthy teeth, bones, muscles, and much more. Calcium plays an integral role in the secretion of a number of hormones and enzymes that are vital for your body function efficiently. As … Continue reading 10 Fruits Rich in Calcium

6 Health Benefits of Quercetin

Source: 6 Health Benefits of Quercetin by Dr. Edward Group Quercetin is an flavonoid (plant pigment) commonly found in fruits and vegetables, especially onions, citrus, and apples. Other sources include dark berries, grapes and olive oil. Green tea and red wine have also been pointed out as having notable amounts of quercetin. That’s all great. But, … Continue reading 6 Health Benefits of Quercetin

New Study Says Caucasians at Higher Risk for Vitamin D Deficiency

Source: New Study Says Caucasians at Higher Risk for Vitamin D Deficiency by Dr. Edward Group Perhaps the most misguided health advice given by many well-meaning health enthusiasts and government agencies in the past 25 years is to avoid direct sunlight exposure. While it is true that excessive sun exposure can increase unfavorable results in one’s … Continue reading New Study Says Caucasians at Higher Risk for Vitamin D Deficiency

The Secrets to Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails

Source: The Secrets to Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails by Dr. Edward Group Frustrated with lackluster hair, dry skin, and brittle nails? You are not alone. There is a multi-billion dollar cosmetics industry built on your hopes and dreams of shiny hair, strong nails, and supple, hydrated skin. But do the potions and tonics you apply … Continue reading The Secrets to Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails

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