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Enokitake Mushrooms: 7 Benefits of This Superfood!

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Jul 13, 2020

Most of us know that mushrooms taste great in a stir-fry or a warming bowl of soup, but did you know that some varieties of fungi are also known as healing mushrooms and functional foods? Native to Asia but common in North American grocery stores, enokitake are one such mushroom that provides a host of health benefits. Best known for strengthening the body’s natural immune response, enokitake mushrooms contain potent antioxidants.[1] They also promote liver and heart health and a normal response to inflammation.[1] More than just a healthy and […]

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Boost Immunity Now: 3 Reasons Why You Should Water Fast

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Jul 1, 2020

Did you know that the root cause of disease is simply having too many chemicals and toxins — which you are exposed to in the environment — coming into your body? This is why people are suffering from so many things these days. In this series, you will learn about all things detox and fasting. Don't forget to subscribe to my Youtube channel for more information on things like, how to detox your house, how to detox your body, how to fast properly, and most importantly, how to live healthy […]

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Olive Leaf Extract Benefits: Brain, Heart, Immune System, & More

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jun 29, 2020

Any time you pass along the proverbial olive branch — a sign of peace and forgiveness — you’re metaphorically passing along an ancient plant, Olea europaea. From this plant, we get olives — and olive oil. But did you know that the humble olive leaf provides many of the same health benefits as world-renowned olive oil — and more? Olive leaf extract benefits include boosting heart, digestive, and brain health, soothing joints, and supporting a healthy immune system.[1, 2, 3] It may even increase longevity and reduce signs of aging! […]

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Birch Polypore: A Mushroom for Immunity, Gut Health & More

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Jun 10, 2020

In 1991, scientists discovered a 5,300-year-old mummy named Ӧtzi the Iceman in the Italian Alps. Amazingly, some of Ӧtzi’s possessions were preserved along with him, including a leather pouch with supplies for his mountain journey. What was in the pouch? Tools, weapons, and pieces of a birch polypore mushroom.[1, 2] Why has this mushroom withstood more than five millennia of use? Far from just a tasty ingredient in your favorite recipe, edible fungi like the birch polypore mushroom offer a wide variety of health benefits — from immune system-boosting to […]

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Transient vs. Resident Probiotics: What’s the Difference?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Jun 1, 2020

The popularity of probiotics is soaring, and for good reason: the tiny microorganisms living in your gut have a huge impact on your health.[1] But did you know that there are two different kinds of probiotic supplements? They are called resident and transient strains. If you are wondering about the difference, resident strains set up home in your gut, and are the ones you most commonly hear of, like the Lactobacillus acidophilus found in yogurt. So-called transient strains are temporary visitors that pass through the gastrointestinal system, though they can […]

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