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

Low Glycemic Diet: Help Prevent Diabetes & Heart Disease

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Oct 29, 2018

When it comes to maintaining a healthy weight, not all carbs are created equal. The low-glycemic diet is based on a simple premise: avoid "bad" carbohydrate foods, which are those with a high number on the glycemic index (GI) scale while enjoying good carbs, fats, and proteins.[1] High-GI foods are typically sugary, processed, or low-fiber carbohydrates that your body digests quickly, sending your blood sugar levels skyrocketing. You may have heard the glycemic index mentioned in popular diet books and plans, and for good reason; understanding the glycemic index and […]

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Brain Fog: How to Naturally Get Rid of Brain Fatigue

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Oct 26, 2018

If you struggle with poor focus, mental fatigue, or confusion, brain fog may be the culprit. Though not a medically recognized condition, brain fog is a common complaint. The condition often happens in older people but can affect people of any age. Generally speaking, brain fog is a dysfunction in your ability to focus, learn, and remember. If you have brain fog, natural remedies can clear the mist, so to speak. When you engage in lifestyle changes — diet, exercise, sleep, and nutritional supplements — you can improve your mental […]

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Dehydrated Kale Chips: Two Tasty Recipes

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Oct 24, 2018

When you eat a plant-based diet, you may miss crunchy, salty snacks, which can be hard to come by with this style of eating. Kale chips may be just the snack to satisfy your cravings. And, not only are they vegan, but they’re also raw, easy to make, and packed full of health-boosting antioxidants. They are delicious and super nutritious — even if you do not stick to a plant-based diet. (more…)

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9 Natural Remedies for Headaches for Quick Relief

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jul 3, 2024

Did you know that headaches are the most common form of pain?[1] Relatively minor and temporary conditions such as dehydration, stress, the flu, a cold, an ear or tooth infection, or staring at a computer screen for too long cause most headaches. Others may be caused by underlying medical issues, like a blow to the head or something more serious. (more…)

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Holy Basil: Top 12 Amazing Health Benefits of Tulsi

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated May 14, 2019

Whether you use it to reduce stress, improve sleep, or boost your immune system, holy basil — also called tulsi — is an amazing herb. According to the Hindu religion, the plant is an earthly manifestation of the goddess who was devoted to Vishnu, the god who preserves creation and life. Tulsi is often grown around Hindu shrines and offered in worship as a sacred plant, and because of its role in that religion, some consider chewing the leaves a disrespectful act. Because of its many therapeutic properties, Ayurvedic practitioners […]

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