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8 Things You May Not Know About Lead Poisoning

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jun 11, 2014

Lead is a toxic metal and lead poisoning can have really ugly consequences. Lead exposure commonly happens by way of lead based paint, the CDC has reported it as the number one cause of exposure in children. Other persons are exposed to lead dust through occupational hazards. But did you know lead exposure can cause sexual dysfunction? Or that, not long ago, multiple cases of lead poisoning resulted from contaminated flour? Here are 8 things you may not know about lead and lead poisoning. (more…)

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Effects of Pesticides

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Mar 7, 2014

If a word has the suffix "cide" in it, you know it's meant to kill something. Pesticides are designed to eliminate insects, weeds, fungi, bacteria, and other things that feed on crops, spread disease, are a nuisance, or destroy property. Farming is big business, and most food-producing companies are driven to make money and pay the most attention to the bottom-line. Pesticides and genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are a way to ensure they get the crop yield they demand, no matter how it hurts the environment or consumers. Pest control […]

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9 Tips for Reducing Indoor Air Pollution

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Apr 1, 2021

Just as you drink pure water, isn't it vital to ensure the air you breathe is also clean? Everyone can benefit from breathing cleaner air, and many people suffer horribly because of air pollution. It's common for people to spend up to 75 percent of their time in their homes, and the sources of air pollution in a home can be many. (more…)

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DuPont Herbicide “Imprelis” Blamed for Tree Deaths

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Mar 5, 2014

Let's be clear, herbicides and pesticides are poisons. Herbicides are intended to control unwanted plants; pesticides are used to control unwanted pests. This is accomplished by killing the already present weeds, insects, or otherwise, or by making the environment inhospitable to them. It's a destructive process that involves harsh, toxic, polluting chemicals. (more…)

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Iodine and Radiation

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Feb 20, 2014

After nuclear disasters like Fukushima and Chernobyl, many people around the world have begun looking into natural ways to protect themselves from the negative effects of radiation - particularly those who reside near nuclear facilities or other problematic sites. This is an item of concern it's better to be prepared for, after a nuclear incident has already happened is not the time to start researching the best ways to protect yourself. (more…)

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