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4 Encouraging Facts About Food in America

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Mar 24, 2015

In today’s society, rarely is the news positive. Whether it’s on a local, national, or global level, networks generally focus on stories that can leave us disheartened and upset. Even some natural health websites will shift their focus of educating their audience on the benefits of eating healthy toward capitalizing on fear about food in our country, warning people the dangers and seemingly disastrous state of dietary trends in America. Fortunately, there have been great strides in nutrition for many people all across the world, and the demand for healthy […]

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Study: Eating Organic Limits Toxic Pesticide Exposure

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Mar 20, 2015

Although they are extremely toxic, organophosphate pesticides remain some of the most commonly used insecticides today. A variety of fruits and vegetables are regularly treated with organophosphates, including green beans, apples, grapes, and peaches. (more…)

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What Are the Five Myths of Aging?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Mar 11, 2015

It's probably fair to say that most people aren't excited about the prospect of aging and dealing with the health concerns that accompany getting old. While it's true that each passing year is an opportunity for a new challenge, aging also gets a lot of bad press — some of which is exaggerated and overblown. (more…)

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Iodine and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): What You Need to Know

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Feb 25, 2015

It’s no secret that iodine plays an important role in hormone production and has a special relationship with the thyroid. What’s less discussed is how important iodine is for women’s health. Several organs in the female body contain high concentrations of iodine. After the thyroid, the ovaries contain the second highest concentration of iodine.[1] Thus, it goes without saying that maintaining normal iodine levels is a must for promoting the health of the ovaries. This importance is compounded as research has linked iodine deficiency to polycystic ovary syndrome, also known […]

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What Is the Best Brown Rice Protein?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Feb 12, 2015

Although many proteins are animal or dairy based, alternative, vegetable based sources of protein exist for those who follow vegetarian, vegan, or otherwise restricted diets. Some of these include pea protein, hemp protein, and even strawberry protein. One of the best forms is a bio-fermented raw sprouted whole grain brown rice protein, which combines the sprouted endosperm and the bran. Brown rice protein has a number of positive qualities- it’s hypoallergenic, retains the natural fiber and bran that we need, and is an overall convenient source of protein. (more…)

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