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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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Star Anise: The Secret Ingredient in Tamiflu

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

With the onslaught of swine flu throughout the global community, there is a new push towards acquiring and stockpiling drugs that can be used to treat potentially lethal strains of influenza. According to medical science there is a pharmaceutical treatment option available called Tamiflu, that they say will treat swine flu. (more…)

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The Lung Cleansing Benefits of Eucalyptus

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

The eucalyptus tree is native to Australia and has over 700 species. Although eucalyptus is often thought of as a food for koala bears, its use extends well beyond being a food source for local wildlife and it has been appreciated for its many health benefits. (more…)

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The Lung Cleansing Benefits of Lobelia

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

Uses of Lobelia Lobelia (Lobelia inflata) is an attractive annual or biennial considered to be one of the most valuable herbal remedies ever discovered, according to Potter's Encyclopedia of Botanical Drugs and Preparations. Lobelia has historically been used and appreciated for a number of functions, including toxin removal, craving control, and, perhaps most notably, it’s ability to relieve problematic respiratory symptoms. (more…)

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The Lung Cleansing Benefits of Elecampane

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

Elecampane, also known as horse heal and marchalan, is a plant common in Great Britain, central and southern Europe, and Asia. Elecampane, has been long valued as an effective respiratory support herb, even being listed in the U.S. Pharmacopeia. Traditional Chinese and Indian Ayurvedic medicine use elecampane for bronchitis and asthma, as did ancient Greeks and Romans. In the 1800’s, lozenges, candy, and cough drops were all produced from elecampane root. (more…)

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