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

Lithium Orotate Benefits for Your Brain & Beyond

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jan 21, 2019

In the early 1900s, people flocked to Lithia Springs in Georgia, a hot spring known for its lithium-enriched water. Hailed for its therapeutic properties as a mood booster, stress reliever, and aphrodisiac, the lithiated water was even bottled and sold. Today, as the spring is seeing a rebirth, so is the mineral seeing a rise in popularity as a nutritional supplement. Lithium is a naturally occurring mineral found in rocks all over the Earth. It was one of the first elements present when the universe formed billions of years ago. […]

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Announcement: We Are Officially Certified Organic!

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jun 28, 2017

We are very proud to announce Global Healing's farm, Earth Harmony Organics is now a member of the Organic Trade Association (OTA) and certified by the California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF), plus certified as USDA Organic (United States Department of Agriculture). For more information about these organizations and certification processes, please see the links below.

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Potassium Iodide: Radiation Protection, Benefits, & Side Effects

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jan 24, 2022

Potassium Iodide is a white, odorless chemical compound made up of 76% iodine and 23% potassium. You might also see it represented by its chemical formula, KI: K for potassium and I for iodine. As a supplement, KI exists in tablet or liquid form. Potassium iodide’s most well-known use is in radiation emergencies when it’s taken to flood out the radioactive iodine with a stable, safe iodine form. Healthcare providers also use potassium iodine during surgeries or as a topical skin treatment, and individuals may use it as a nutritional […]

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Iodine Supplements: The Four Best Kinds to Use

By Dr. Edward Group
Updated Jan 26, 2022

Iodine is essential for a vibrant and radiant body. It's important to the body in many ways, including supporting immune system function, metabolism, and even cardiovascular health.[1] Furthermore, it's estimated that more than half of the U.S. population suffers from insufficient levels of iodine. Iodine is a major contributor to the function of your thyroid gland,[2] especially in the creation of T3 and T4 hormones,[3] which are important for regulating metabolism.[4] Let's look at some of the iodine supplements on the market and how they compare. 1. Nascent Iodine Nascent […]

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Does the Weight Loss Drug “Alli” Cause Liver Damage?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Nov 20, 2017

We all understand the desire to be vibrant, healthy and at our optimal weight. Sadly, however, in attempt to lose extra weight quickly, many people turn to weight-loss drugs or cheap supplements instead of the natural methods of weight loss which take more time but work more effectively in the long run. There are many over-the-counter weight-loss drugs that stimulate the metabolic process and suppress appetite through artificial means. (more…)

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