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Health Benefits of the Mimosa Tree

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

Traditional Chinese Medicinal practitioners have long revered the bark, leaves and flowers of the Mimosa tree for its potent health benefits. The Mayan people of Central America also revered the plant, and commonly used it for aiding trauma injuries and burns. And while little modern scientific research has been conducted on the qualities of this plant, time-tested ancient wisdom has long praised this herb as an important therapeutic tool. Usually, for health applications, the bark of the tree is shaved and dried and used in tincture and capsule forms. The […]

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What Is Vanillin?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Nov 25, 2014

There’s nothing quite like the smell of fresh vanilla. Not only does vanilla add great flavor to cookies and cakes, it can also be used as a natural perfume or cologne. Vanilla beans are highly prized in culinary circles, and many foodies consider it an essential ingredient for any pantry or baking cabinet. There is, however, a common artificial vanilla flavoring called vanillin that is produced as a way to get "the same thing" at a reduced cost. Unfortunately, vanillin is lacking in flavor and consumption of this artificial enhancer […]

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The Top 5 Herbs for Controlling Mood Swings

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Apr 25, 2014

Whether you have a short temper or just can’t seem to optimize your mental clarity, mood swings and emotional distress can be a serious situation to deal with. Thankfully, a number of herbs can assist you in your fight against mood swings and emotional distress. (more…)

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What Is Borututu Bark?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Aug 22, 2013

Deep in the jungles of Africa, the bark of the borututu tree (Cochlospermum angolensis) holds many treasures. A tea made from this interesting substance has traditionally been used to manage ailments related to liver function, indigestion, and fatigue. Indeed, borututu bark tea as a broad spectrum tonic is an old world tradition. A natural and powerful broad spectrum cleansing agent, traditional African medicine favors borututu for the management of concerns of the liver and gallbladder. (more…)

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The Top 5 Herbs for Anti-Aging Benefits

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Aug 24, 2012

Aging is a fact of life, and none of us are getting younger. But, if you're active in your efforts, there are several ways to slow down the effects and age gracefully. Many of which are non-invasive methods that'll help your skin look vibrant and healthy, and these five incredible herbs are among the best ways to achieve that. Best Herbs for Anti-Aging Ginseng Bilberry Gotu Kola Turmeric Vitamin D3 1. Ginseng Probably the most popular and common form of ginseng include Korean (Panax) ginseng, but there's also Siberian ginseng […]

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