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How to Boost Your Metabolism Naturally: 15 Proven Ways

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Aug 23, 2018

If you're looking for natural ways to raise your metabolism, you'll be happy to know that your metabolic rate can be altered without using medications or other unnatural means. Your basal metabolic rate is the number of calories your body burns to stay alive, including breathing and maintaining optimal body temperature. However, your overall metabolism includes not only your basal metabolic rate but also calories expended in your daily activities. Most people think that your weight is just calories in minus calories out. But that’s not true! Certain things can […]

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What Is Vitamin B12 and Why Is It Essential to Your Health?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jun 25, 2018

Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin, which means the human body cannot make it on its own and must obtain it through food, supplementation, or, in some cases, prescription medication. Known primarily as the “energy vitamin,” this vitally important nutrient plays a role in numerous bodily functions and is a cofactor and catalyst “helper” compound in certain enzymatic processes. Aside from those functions, every cell in your body needs vitamin B12. (more…)

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11 Foods That Speed Up Your Metabolism

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Mar 14, 2018

While there are no shortcuts to losing weight, there are a few things you can do to boost your metabolism. Exercising regularly and getting plenty of sleep are two of the best. However, there are also plenty of foods that speed metabolism, so adding them to your diet may give you the extra edge to lose more weight. (more…)

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Liver Cleanse: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide

By Dr. Edward Group
Published Dec 12, 2017

The liver is the human body’s largest internal organ and one of the most important for survival. Without it, bodily tissues would die from lack of nutrients and oxygen and the digestive process would not be able to take place. One of the liver’s most important functions is the removal of toxins from your system. This function is why cleansing your liver and living a healthy lifestyle is so crucial. Performing a liver cleanse can help remove toxic buildup for overall health and wellness. (more…)

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What Is Citric Acid?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Nov 16, 2017

Have you ever read a food or supplement label, saw that it contained citric acid, and wondered what the heck citric acid is? Though the name sounds half-natural half-synthetic, citric acid is a wonderful natural ingredient that can boost detoxification and support healthy digestion, energy levels, and kidney function. Here, we’ll take a look at this intriguing ingredient and explain how the right type of citric acid can benefit your health. (more…)

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