Dr. Edward Group, DC, Author at Dr. Group's Healthy Living Articles

The Real Danger Behind MRIs

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jun 30, 2015

Magnetic resonance imaging is a common preventative and diagnostic method used in medicine, and at times this technology can be invaluable. Of course there are some health questions associated with the practice, in particular – what's the effect of the powerful magnetic fields? But, now, not only are the magnetic frequencies something to consider, new concerns over the drugs used to produce clearer images have surfaced as research has shown them to leave toxic residue in the brain. These findings have shown the importance of more stringent health monitoring prior […]

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Support EWG’s Fight Against the DARK Act

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jun 24, 2015

A new act is being heard in the House Subcommittee on Health, one that is attempting to keep Americans from knowing what’s in their food. Termed “Deny Americans the Rights to Know,” or DARK, this act will attempt to keep everyone, well, in the dark regarding GMOs, preventing them from being labeled while limiting the FDA’s ability to create a national labeling requirement. (more…)

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Protecting Against Sun Damage Without Sunscreen

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Sep 25, 2015

Nothing beats the feeling of pure, warm sunlight on your skin, especially after a cold and dreary winter. We often take for granted the life-giving power of the sun and completely ignore its many health benefits. On one hand, sun helps us to produce vitamin D, a hormone necessary for bone health and optimal immune function; on the other, too much sunlight can also cause deleterious effects on skin elasticity and function, aggressively facilitating the early signs of aging. Having these extreme oppositions means we need to find a balance […]

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The Paleo Cardiologist by Dr. Jack Wolfson

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jun 30, 2015

The Paleo diet, a lifestyle approach deriving its beliefs from ancient dietary practices mixed with modern scientific ideas, has seen a surge of interest over the past few years. Just as there are many variations of a standard vegan or vegetarian lifestyle, there is also considerable versatility among paleo enthusiasts. One of the main constructs that has led to some of the health successes stemming from the paleo diet is the exclusion of grains and refined sugars. Just doing this could be one of the greatest things you can do […]

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The Hidden Toxins In Your Clothing

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jun 30, 2015

Increased consumer awareness around the dangers of synthetic dyes, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and phthalates in conventional clothing is fueling a drastic revolution in the fashion industry and popular clothing stores, like H&M, Levi’s, and the Gap, are beginning to turn their attention toward producing healthier and more environmentally-friendly clothing. [1] (more…)

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