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How Meat Is Toxic for Your Colon
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Meat in its natural state is not totally harmful. The thing is, we don't often get it in its natural state, and common preparation methods for the food makes it even worse for human health. Consider the changes that cows...
The Vicious Truth About Antidepressants and Violent Behavior
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The brain is a complex organ, controlling our actions, cells, and emotions. When we mess with the brain, either inadvertently or with pharmaceutical medications, we can only expect a negative consequence in the process. If our body is exposed to...
3 Artificial Sweeteners to Avoid
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Artificial sweeteners are everywhere, and if you’re like me, you avoid them at all costs. Things like aspartame, sucralose, and saccharin can be found in a variety of processed diet foods; however, even some foods you wouldn’t expect contain these...
The Hidden Toxins In Your Clothing
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Increased consumer awareness around the dangers of synthetic dyes, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and phthalates in conventional clothing is fueling a drastic revolution in the fashion industry and popular clothing stores, like H&M, Levi’s, and the Gap, are beginning to turn...
The Paleo Cardiologist by Dr. Jack Wolfson
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
The Paleo diet, a lifestyle approach deriving its beliefs from ancient dietary practices mixed with modern scientific ideas, has seen a surge of interest over the past few years. Just as there are many variations of a standard vegan or...
The Real Danger Behind MRIs
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Magnetic resonance imaging is a common preventative and diagnostic method used in medicine, and at times this technology can be invaluable. Of course there are some health questions associated with the practice, in particular – what's the effect of the...
8 Foods That Boost Your Immune System
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
If you’re looking for an immune system boost, the right vitamins and minerals can help. Although diet gets little attention in conventional media when it comes to supporting the immune system, it is one of the most powerful methods for...
Support EWG's Fight Against the DARK Act
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
A new act is being heard in the House Subcommittee on Health, one that is attempting to keep Americans from knowing what’s in their food. Termed “Deny Americans the Rights to Know,” or DARK, this act will attempt to keep...
Do Your Workout Clothes Contain Toxins?
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Everyone knows that exercise improves your mood and supports your health. But, were you aware that the toxins in your workout clothes could be undermining those efforts? A recent news report covering research done by Greenpeace is showing startling evidence...
GMOs, Pesticides, and the Mega Corporations Behind Your Food
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
We all pretty much know GMOs should not be taken lightly, and a new documentary from VICE on HBO is showing just how damaging they can be to our health and the environment at large. There are no long-term studies...
Why You Should Use Aluminum-Free Deodorant
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
There are times in life when we need added protection against body odor. Whether at the gym or in an important meeting, it’s very likely that, without some type of deodorant, we’ll sweat and let out a little odor. Not...
The Benefits of Organic Shampoo
By Dr. Edward Group, DC |
Shampoo seems like a harmless enough item but in reality, many shampoos contain dangerous chemicals that can be absorbed by your body. Parabens and sulfates are both commonly found in shampoo and interfere with the endocrine system. [1] With this...
