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How to Navigate Nutrition Facts and Food Labels

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Apr 10, 2018

Whether you’re looking to lose weight, curb your sugar intake, eat organic, non-GMO foods, or you’re simply health-conscious, food labels and Nutrition Facts are information resources that can help you make healthy, informed decisions about your diet. In July 2018, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the governing body that provides nutritional analysis for the public, required food manufacturers to use an updated Nutrition Facts label for the first time since 1990. While the new labels will look similar, they include important changes that we’ll explain here. What Is […]

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12 Health Benefits of Acai Berries

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Apr 6, 2018

There are many healthy berries you can add to your diet. The acai berry (Euterpe oleraceae) is one of the most nutritious berries on the planet. Also called the Amazonian palm berry, acai is native to the Amazon rainforest. This fruit has been heralded for centuries for its healing, immune-stimulating, energy-boosting properties. Research reveals this antioxidant-rich berry may help suppress and repair oxidative damage.[1] Let’s take a look at twelve health benefits of acai berries. Acai Berries: What Are the Benefits? Promotes Heart Health Stops Bad Cell Proliferation Aids Weight […]

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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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Signs of High Blood Pressure

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Nov 23, 2017

According to guidelines set by the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines, nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure.[1] If you don’t have high blood pressure yourself, chances are you know someone who does. Being aware of high blood pressure and hypertension is critical. When left undiagnosed, it can lead to heart attack, stroke, or other dangerous health conditions. The first step towards preventing or mitigating the risks of high blood pressure is recognizing the issue. While it is often […]

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Does the Weight Loss Drug “Alli” Cause Liver Damage?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Nov 20, 2017

We all understand the desire to be vibrant, healthy and at our optimal weight. Sadly, however, in attempt to lose extra weight quickly, many people turn to weight-loss drugs or cheap supplements instead of the natural methods of weight loss which take more time but work more effectively in the long run. There are many over-the-counter weight-loss drugs that stimulate the metabolic process and suppress appetite through artificial means. (more…)

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