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

A Guide to Iodine for Women’s Health: Breast Health, Pregnancy, & More

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published May 8, 2018

Iodine is a critically important nutrient that we all need. In women and men, iodine is used by the thyroid to produce T3 and T4 hormones, which manage metabolism.[1] Iodine also supports digestion, bone development, muscle control, and heart and brain function. For women, iodine is necessary for an optimal reproductive system, healthy breast tissue, successful pregnancies, nutritional lactation, and for hormone production in the ovaries. Women who are deficient in iodine may see weak results during and after pregnancy. Here, we’ll take an in-depth look at the importance of […]

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SIBO: All You Need to Know About Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Apr 30, 2018

If you frequently experience gas, bloating, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea or constipation, you might brush off your symptoms or blame it on something you ate. But if those symptoms linger, you might consider whether you have a more serious health condition. When dealing with gastrointestinal symptoms, people often consider irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), leaky gut syndrome, or candida yeast overgrowth. But, researchers have uncovered another sneaky condition that can cause gastrointestinal (GI) distress: small intestinal bacterial overgrowth or SIBO. Experts say that the number of people diagnosed with SIBO is […]

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Foot Detox: Know the Facts, Top Benefits, and Recipes

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Apr 5, 2018

When you think about detoxing, you probably think about detox diets, colon cleansing, or fasting. But, in recent years, detoxing through the feet has gained popularity. Proponents say foot detox therapy eliminates toxins from the body, increases energy, offers immune support, and improves overall health and well-being. However, foot detoxes are not without controversy. Does detoxing through your feet really work, and are there any side effects? What different techniques exist for a foot detox? Read on for answers to these questions and more. (more…)

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How To Perform a Colon Cleanse: The Complete Guide

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

Every day, we're bombarded with toxins: additives in the food supply, pollution in the air and water, and chemicals in the products we put on our bodies. The overabundance of common impurities that we all encounter can overwhelm our natural ability to detoxify. Many of these toxins find their way to the liver, kidneys, intestines, and colon. Cleansing is a great way to flush your body and reboot your overall well-being, and cleansing the colon can boost your natural self-healing and detox mechanisms. (more…)

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Blood In Stool: Causes and Remedies

By Dr. Edward Group
Published Mar 27, 2018

Many people experience the presence of blood in their stool. This alarming discovery may be the result of bleeding inside of your gastrointestinal (GI) tract and can indicate a temporary affliction or a severe illness. On the other hand, a red “bloody-looking” stool can also be caused by something you ate. Producing black, tarry, or dark red stools is an indicator of health conditions ranging from hemorrhoids to inflammation in the upper GI tract. Some of the causes of gastrointestinal bleeding can be prevented or reversed with a healthy diet […]

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