Dr. Group's Healthy Living Articles

What Is a Healing Crisis?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Nov 23, 2015

Detoxification rejuvenates the mind and body and positively impact well-being and clarity. However, sometimes the initial reaction to a detoxification program can be anything but pleasant. The process of healing sometimes includes a healing crisis, also known as the detox reaction, the cleansing reaction, and the Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction. During a healing crisis, you can feel even worse than before you started your detox program. The good news is that this reaction is likely a sign that you're getting better by way of a deep and thorough cleansing. What is a […]

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Liver Health: The Role of Turmeric in Fatty Liver Disease

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Nov 27, 2015

Fatty liver is a condition that's affecting more and more people every day and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is the most widely experienced. Obesity and diabetes are two conditions that drastically increase one’s chances of developing a fatty liver. A new study is showing that the polyphenols in turmeric may be helpful for reducing the risk of fatty liver while decreasing stress at the cellular level. This study is just one of the recent examples in the literature showing a strong benefit of turmeric with liver health. (more…)

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Bifidobacterium longum: A Healthy Probiotic Strain

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Nov 19, 2015

Ten years ago, the thought that microorganisms in your body could lead to a mind-blowing list of benefits might have sounded farfetched. Our greater understanding of probiotics has paved the way for a wider use of good bacteria in modern health approaches. With so many strains of probiotics, it can be difficult to know which one is right for you. The truth is, probiotics are pretty much suitable for everyone, regardless of the strain. Not only can probiotics support mood and heart health, they have also been indicated in boosting […]

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Bifidobacterium breve: A Healthy Probiotic Strain

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Nov 19, 2015

The benefits of probiotics are numerous, but did you know different bacterial strains provide different benefits? While all of them are helpful for digestion, not all probiotics are equal. This fact has led to a lot of confusion. Let’s clear up a few questions and take a closer look at one specific probiotic strain your body depends on: Bifidobacterium breve. (more…)

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The 5 Best Natural Alternatives to Fluoride

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Nov 19, 2015

Fluoride is a known endocrine disruptor and other evidence shows fluoride is even a neurotoxin. Unfortunately, it’s still used in many dental products to this day, and the potential health concerns are unavoidable. Fortunately, when it comes to oral health, there are several fluoride-free alternatives. (more…)

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