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What’s the Best Way to Take CBD?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Oct 30, 2019

There are so many CBD products out there, from creams and lotions to extracts and pills, edibles, even vaping. So, if you're interested in taking CBD for your health, what is the best way to take it? Keep reading to learn the best ways to take CBD. CBD Overview So, cannabidiol, also known as CBD is a naturally occurring compound from the Cannabis plant. CBD is best taken in a full-spectrum, organic extract derived from the hemp plant. This way it contains all of the other cannabinoids, as well as […]

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Is Melatonin Safe? Benefits, Side Effects, & Alternatives

By Dr. Edward Group
Published Oct 23, 2019

In the quest for a good night's sleep, some people turn to melatonin as a useful ally. Although your body produces this sleep hormone naturally, some people take melatonin in a supplement form. But is melatonin safe? Whether you have a hard time falling asleep or staying asleep, melatonin may seem like a natural alternative to pharmaceuticals and over-the-counter sleeping pills.[1] While melatonin is generally safe for short-term use, taking it regularly over the long-term may worsen your sleep issues. Read on to find out why. What Is Melatonin? Melatonin […]

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Brain Exercises: 12 Simple Ways to Stimulate Your Mind & Memory

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Oct 7, 2019

Did you know your brain can atrophy or shrink if you don’t train it regularly? When the brain atrophies, your ability to remember, think clearly, and make decisions shrinks, as well. The good news? You can strengthen your mental acuity with brain exercises! You can do these regularly, throughout life. Just like lifting weights can sculpt your muscles, mental fitness can keep your brain operating at its peak. In a world where a new case of dementia is diagnosed every four seconds,[1] it’s never too soon to take action. Think […]

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Magnesium for Sleep: How This Mineral Helps You Get More Zzzs

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Sep 25, 2019

If you’re searching for deep, restful sleep, you may have overlooked one of the simplest solutions: magnesium. An essential mineral, magnesium plays a role in sleep because it promotes the production of gamma-aminobutyric acid — also known as GABA. This neurotransmitter reduces the “excitability” of cells in your brain and nervous system. Those wild-thoughts running through your mind and anxious feelings that keep you awake? Yep. Those are excited neurons and can be calmed by higher GABA levels. If you have trouble falling asleep or can’t stay asleep, you have […]

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How to Be Happy & Live a More Fulfilled Life

By Dr. Edward Group
Published Sep 18, 2019

I ask people how much of your day are you working on you? And very few people spend time working on themselves. What is the secret to happiness? Oh, gosh. If there were a secret to happiness, I would hope everybody would be doing it. But, what I think is that the more you like yourself, the happier you are. If you want to learn how to be happy, either watch my video or read the full transcription below! How to Be Happy NOW! | Dr. Group, DCLength: 15 minutes […]

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