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Juicing for Weight Loss: 6 Easy Recipes to Try

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jan 3, 2019

Juicing has become a popular way to boost energy and lose weight. You may have heard juice cleansing radio ads, seen (or bought) expensive juices in the store, or maybe you've even made juice from scratch. But does juicing for weight loss work? Juicing refers to using a juicer or blender to liquefy fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Juices differ from smoothies because the latter include additional ingredients like milk, yogurt, seeds, and sweeteners. Juices typically contain only the liquid components — although some juices contain pulp. Making your own blends […]

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Enzymes in Food: 10 Best Foods for Gut Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Dec 17, 2018

Digestion is a complex process with many components and digestive enzymes are among the most important.[1] Digestive enzymes help break down food so that the body can use the nutrients within the food. For a healthy person, their body should produce all the digestive enzymes they require. However, age, lifestyle, diet, and certain medical disorders can affect enzyme production. If this happens to you and your digestion isn't as smooth as it could be, you can boost your enzyme supply by eating certain foods. In this article, we'll look at […]

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A Guide for Easy-to-Digest Foods That Are Actually Healthy

By The Global Healing Team
Published Dec 12, 2018

When you're having digestive concerns, you may not feel like eating anything. Even your favorite food may seem unappetizing when you're dealing with nausea, diarrhea, constipation, or other digestive issues. Fortunately, there are easy-to-digest foods that can help you feel better while making sure you get enough nutrients and stay hydrated. (more…)

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Low-Oxalate Diet: One Way to Keep Away Kidney Stones

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Dec 5, 2018

Ask anyone who has had a kidney stone, and they'll tell you that it's one of the most unpleasant experiences they have ever had! Different types of kidney stones exist, but the most common is a calcium oxalate stone.[1] In some people, calcium oxalate accumulates in their body and forms stones that must be eliminated through the urinary tract or in stool. In the United States, kidney stones affect one in 11 people, with higher rates among men, and overweight men and women.[2] If you tend to develop kidney stones, […]

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DASH Diet: A Plant-Based Meal Plan for Heart Health

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Nov 28, 2018

If you’ve been thinking about changing your diet in order to lose weight, lower your blood sugar or blood pressure, or just improve your overall health, you might have heard about the DASH Diet. The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Diet was named the “best overall diet" for eight consecutive years by U.S. News and World Report.[1] Some of this distinction is owed to the fact that research suggests the diet may promote weight loss, lower your cholesterol, and help prevent diabetes. Many nutritionists applaud the diet for being […]

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