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Calcium Orotate: How It Compares to Other Calcium Supplements

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Apr 1, 2024

Calcium orotate is the most highly absorbed calcium supplement. Extensive research by the late German doctor Hans A. Nieper, M.D. found that orotate molecules are the most efficient carriers of calcium, magnesium, lithium, and other ions in the body. Orotates can cross the cell membrane, delivering the mineral ion to the innermost layers of the cell, reaching the mitochondria and nucleus. Other calcium supplements, such as calcium carbonate, citrate, gluconate, lactate, malate, and phosphate, cannot penetrate into the membranes as orotates can, or are broken up in the digestive tract.[1, […]

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Digestive Enzymes: The Answer to Gut Health & Nutrient Absorption

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Sep 18, 2023

"You are what you eat," has never been a more important statement, given the latest science in digestive health. Decades of research has confirmed the role the gut plays in your health. A healthy gut can boost your mood, energize your metabolism, and support a vigorous immune system, among other things. On the other hand, an unhealthy gut may do the opposite.[1] And yet it all comes down to this: you need an ample supply of digestive enzymes to break down food into nutrients the body can use. (more…)

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What Is the Glycemic Index? Best Low Glycemic Index Foods

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Aug 14, 2023

The glycemic index (GI) is a way to measure the impact that carbohydrate-containing foods have on blood sugar, or blood glucose.[1] People are interested in understanding the glycemic index (and the glycemic load) of food so they can construct a healthier diet. Blood sugar affects many aspects of health, including the risk of getting cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes, so watching the GI of foods in your diet can improve your overall health prospects. (more…)

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3 Ways to Increase Mental Health in the WorkPlace

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published May 1, 2023

Mental wellness plays a significant role in the workplace, as it impacts an individual's ability to perform daily tasks, manage workload, and deal with stress effectively. Given the demands of modern jobs, it is common for individuals to experience burnout when they overlook their mental wellbeing. This can result in exhaustion, reduced productivity, and decreased job satisfaction. It is therefore crucial to understand the signs of poor mental health while working.Recognizing the signs while workingHere are a few common signs of stress in the workplace:Physical Symptoms HeadachesFatigueStomach problemsEmotional ChangesIrritabilityAnxietyFeeling overwhelmedPoor […]

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6 Healthy Lifestyle Changes to Make Today

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Mar 9, 2021

Over the years, I’ve helped thousands of people make better choices for their life and their health. People from all backgrounds say they feel sick, tired, and depressed. What’s truly scary is that people begin to accept that feeling as normal. It doesn’t have to be that way. You don’t have to, nor should you, resign yourself to feeling perpetually run-down and exhausted. Some of the most effective ways to improve your health are simple and accessible to almost everyone. You don’t need a lot of money; you just need […]

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