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Study Links Processed Meat to Cancer

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Nov 6, 2015

It’s no secret that processed foods aren’t the healthiest options for your diet, and processed meats are no exception. Since many of them contain dangerous chemicals that threaten health at the cellular level, they may, in fact, be one of the worst options. Living, raw foods trump meat every time, and the latest research is echoing this sentiment. According to a recent report published by the World Health Organization (WHO) on the International Agency for Research on Cancer, 22 experts from all over the world have concluded processed meat is […]

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The Dangers of Mercury Exposure to Your Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Nov 2, 2015

Let's be honest, human history is cluttered with screw-ups of catastrophic proportion. In a list that would extend for miles, incorrect ideas about mercury is one that really stands out. Although it’s a natural element found in the earth’s crust, often in regions with volcanic activity, its natural status doesn’t mean it’s safe. (more…)

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5 Dangerous Chemicals in Sunscreen

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Oct 21, 2015

Your skin is the largest organ of your body, yet few people realize its importance for their health. While keeping your heart, liver, and kidneys functioning properly is crucial, so is protecting your skin from radiation and harsh environmental contaminants. Now, you're probably already thinking about sunscreen, the leading product in this regard, which helps to protect the outer layer of your skin from the damaging effects of UV radiation. Conventional sunscreen, however, contains a number of chemical ingredients that may actually be harmful to your health. Organic sunscreen is […]

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The Hidden Formaldehyde In Everyday Products

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Oct 21, 2015

Producers are tricky, and their business sometimes involves tricking consumers. They trick us into buying very handy products for cleaning, deodorizing, softening, smoothing, and beautifying that often contain dangerous chemicals. If the word "formaldehyde" doesn't remind you of an embalmed body on a cold steel table, it should! (more…)

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Is Your Shower Curtain Toxic?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Oct 21, 2015

Have you ever noticed how a new shower curtain smells? There is a distinctive odor in shower curtains pulled fresh from the packaging. This noxious odor is plastic softener, a potently hazardous chemical compound that may do more than soften shower curtains. (more…)

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