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

Fighting Fungus: Cleansing with Jatoba

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Oct 5, 2015

Jatoba (Hymenaea courbaril) is a tree indigenous to the Amazon rainforest and Central America that can grow up to 90 feet tall and contributes to the rainforest canopy. Jatoba produces a dense, hardwood that is durable and termite resistant, making it very useful for carpentry, flooring, and furniture. One of the most interesting things about wild jatoba is that when the tree's life cycle is finished and the tree dies, unlike most other rainforest trees, the wood of the jatoba tree does not rot. (more…)

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Organic Oregano Oil and Warts

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Aug 22, 2013

Warts can be more than just unsightly or annoying growths that appear on the feet, hands, or elsewhere on the body. They can become very painful, spread to other areas on the body, and, in the case of a plantar wart outbreak, even inhibit your ability to walk. One of the most effective remedies that has been used by natural health practitioners to combat the growth and development of warts is organic oregano oil. (more…)

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5 Vegan Calcium Sources

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jun 18, 2014

People who are beginning to implement more vegan foods into their diet are usually concerned with the nutritional give-and-take that happens when you exclude certain types of food. Specifically, when it comes to cutting out dairy, most people are concerned with how that will affect their calcium intake. The good news is that vegan sources of calcium certainly do exist (more…)

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Iodine and Radiation

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Feb 20, 2014

After nuclear disasters like Fukushima and Chernobyl, many people around the world have begun looking into natural ways to protect themselves from the negative effects of radiation - particularly those who reside near nuclear facilities or other problematic sites. This is an item of concern it's better to be prepared for, after a nuclear incident has already happened is not the time to start researching the best ways to protect yourself. (more…)

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What Is Iodine?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jan 26, 2022

You've probably heard of iodine before, but what is iodine and what is it used for? You may remember from chemistry class, iodine is a chemical element of the periodic table with the symbol I and atomic number 53. But Besides knowing the physical properties of iodine, you may not be aware of exactly what iodine is and the immense history behind the use of this vital element. From the various types of iodine to the amount required for optimum health, there is a lot to know about this water-soluble […]

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