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

Take Action: Tell the EPA to Ban Toxic Chemical Oil Dispersants

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Oct 11, 2016

I received word from my friend, Dr. Riki Ott, a marine toxicologist and former commercial fisher in Alaska who has experienced the devastation of the Exxon Valdez oil spill firsthand. She’s focused on raising public awareness of the debilitating and life-threatening impact of oil and oil dispersants on human health. She works directly with the Government Accountability Project to expose the truth about deadly dispersants. For those unfamiliar with the term, dispersants are used to help remove the particles of a particular substance from its surrounding environment. After the BP […]

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Paprika Parsnip Fries Recipe with Lemon Cashew Cream

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Oct 10, 2016

When I found this recipe on A House in the Hills, I couldn’t wait to try it. The unsung hero of the produce aisle, parsnips have twice as much fiber and more than four times the amount of iron as potatoes. With this recipe, they're an easy-to-make, tasty substitute for french fries.[1] Delicious, crispy, and piquant — exactly what you need when you've got a craving for something savory. (more…)

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Top 10 Remedies for Sore Muscles and Joints

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Oct 4, 2016

Almost everyone has experienced muscle or joint discomfort at some point in their life. The entire human body contains muscles and joints that are constantly in motion, making it easy for discomfort to appear anywhere, anytime. The most common type of muscle discomfort affects the lower back; an estimated 80% of the adult population in the United States has this condition. It's one of the top reasons why people see a doctor. It is also a leading cause of disability in Americans under the age of 45.[1] (more…)

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Banana Cherry Chocolate Chunk Vegan Ice Cream Recipe

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Oct 3, 2016

We found this beautiful, blush-hued treat on Simple-Veganista. The combination of cherries, dark chocolate, and whipped bananas is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping calories in check. Unlike conventional ice cream, this vegan ice cream has 60% less fat, no added sugar, and only 4 ingredients. (more…)

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How to Navigate Nutrition Facts and Food Labels

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Apr 10, 2018

Whether you’re looking to lose weight, curb your sugar intake, eat organic, non-GMO foods, or you’re simply health-conscious, food labels and Nutrition Facts are information resources that can help you make healthy, informed decisions about your diet. In July 2018, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the governing body that provides nutritional analysis for the public, required food manufacturers to use an updated Nutrition Facts label for the first time since 1990. While the new labels will look similar, they include important changes that we’ll explain here. What Is […]

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