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Natural Ways to Lower Elevated Liver Enzymes

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Nov 1, 2019

The liver is the detoxification hub of your body. It works with your digestive tract, gallbladder, and pancreas to process everything you eat and drink, from almonds to zucchini — plus the occasional donut. But sometimes, toxins or disease damage the liver. Among other issues, this can cause elevated liver enzymes to course through your veins. What exactly is a liver enzyme, and what does it mean when they are higher than “normal”? Read on to learn more about how to lower liver enzymes naturally and what they mean for […]

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Top 12 Berberine Benefits You Need to Know About

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Oct 2, 2019

For hundreds of years, Chinese health practitioners have used berberine — a chemical compound found in several plants, such as goldenseal.[1] Its benefits include aiding weight loss, promoting normal blood sugar levels, and balancing cholesterol. Native Americans also used berberine as a mouthwash and topical ointment, mostly for oral health issues such as canker sores. This powerful plant compound deters harmful organisms, soothes inflammation, and has antioxidant properties. But did you know you can still use it today? What Is Berberine? Berberine is a natural chemical found in several plants, […]

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Burdock Root Benefits: How Can You Use This Powerful Plant?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Apr 22, 2019

Today, more and more people are discovering the health benefits of burdock root, particularly for skin, digestion, and detoxification. What's more, you can enjoy this little-known gem as a tasty root vegetable! Burdock has some interesting Trivial Pursuit or Jeopardy facts surrounding it. If you've ever removed a sticky round burr from your clothing after hiking through the forest, there's a good chance you've encountered seeds of the burdock plant. Burdock's ingenious mechanism for seed dispersal was the inspiration for Velcro.[1] However, the plant's roots, not the seeds, pack the […]

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10 Resveratrol Benefits for Heart, Mind, & the Fountain of Youth

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Mar 20, 2019

Propelled to fame from a multitude of studies on the phytochemical properties of plants, resveratrol more than lives up to its reputation. Experts have called this unique antioxidant a fountain of youth for its effectiveness against a variety of age-related conditions. Researchers first became interested in resveratrol when studying the “French paradox" in the late 1980s: French diets were high in fatty foods, yet overall, French people experience low rates of heart disease. Scientists set out to discover why. Soon, they found a compound in red wine, which was then […]

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Argan Oil: Health Benefits for Your Skin, Heart, & Beyond

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Feb 27, 2019

Nicknamed "liquid gold," argan oil is renowned for its exemplary therapeutic and cosmetic properties. The oil comes from Morocco, but people around the world have traded it for its health benefits as early as the 6th century.[1] Argan oil can bring a lovely glow to your skin and hair, but it also may offer benefits inside your body — like your heart, liver, and blood, to name a few. From balancing blood sugar and cholesterol to covering up the appearance of scars and acne, the range of benefits attributed to […]

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