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What Is Cellular Metabolism?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Oct 13, 2016

Your body is a complex network of interconnected organs that perform individual functions to support the systems and processes that make up your existence. Respiration, digestion, bone regeneration, metabolism — they’re all examples of your body’s ability to function with machine-like precision. That functionality exists at the most basic level as well — your cellular level. Lungs, brain, stomach, bones, blood — everything — is comprised of cells. Cells are the microscopic components that make up organisms and they, like your body, are a collection of various components that work […]

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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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Using Oregano Oil for Common Concerns

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jul 1, 2016

Oregano oil is extracted from the leaves of the oregano (Origanum vulgare) plant, a perennial herb belonging to the family of Lamiaceae. [1] In a past post about oregano oil, I discussed its numerous beneficial properties. Now, I'd like to cover how it can be used to address a wide range of concerns. Here’s a guide to help you get the most out of this wonderful oil. (more…)

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Why Vitamin D is Crucial to Your Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jun 1, 2016

Research underscoring the importance of vitamin D continues to mount. Vitamin D was long thought to be beneficial for mainly bone health, but it turns out it's helpful for so much more. It's strikingly clear that vitamin D, one of the most misunderstood nutrients, offers hundreds of benefits to human health, and many of those benefits have yet to be discovered. It's so beneficial that even mandatory fortification of food with vitamin D is beginning to see some serious discussion in Europe. With healthcare costs rising worldwide, could adding such […]

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The Health Benefits of Omega 3, 6, 9 Fatty Acids and EPA & DHA

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Oct 14, 2015

You've probably heard the terms "fatty acid" and "omega 3" before, but do you know what a fatty acid is or why your body needs it? What about the different types of fatty acids, what foods you can naturally find them in and how much your body needs to live a long, healthy life? Fatty acids are important for all systems of the body to function normally, including your skin, respiratory system, circulatory system, brain and organs. There are two fatty acids, termed essential fatty acids (EFA) that your body […]

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