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Leading Medical Journal Wants GMO Labeling

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Sep 25, 2015

The topic of GMO labeling is hot right now and both sides are passionate. Should foods in the United States require GMO labeling, following suit of many other countries throughout the world? If there's nothing to hide, then why not label foods? The argument is that GMO foods are no better or worse for health than non-GMOs, and that labeling may confuse consumers and drive down profit for numerous food manufacturers. Now, in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) is coming to the aid of labeling proponents, calling for […]

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8 Risk Factors for Autism

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Aug 27, 2015

Many people are aware that the number of cases of autism has been rising over the last few decades, but everyone is still fairly in the dark when it comes to knowing what puts unborn children at increased risk of developing the disorder. In order to better avoid this debilitating neurodevelopment disorder, it is wise to look at the compounding factors that have been strongly associated with increased autism risk. (more…)

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What are Obesogens?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Aug 25, 2015

Obesogens is an umbrella term given to the dozens of endocrine disruptors that play a role in obesity. Chemicals from plastics, like BPA, are known obesogens, and these chemicals pollute our waterways and pervade our homes. The effects of obesogens have been studied intensely over the past few years and the research shows that they have a hand in uncontrolled weight gain. (more…)

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Pepsi Swaps Aspartame for Sucralose: Is It Worth It?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Aug 25, 2015

Soda is hugely popular and many people are addicted to its sweet taste and fizzy texture. It's a big source of calories from refined sugar in the form of high fructose corn syrup. Diet sodas, which have artificial sweeteners instead of sugar, are said to lessen the health effects of regular soda but research has shown that's not the case. [1] Diet sodas, typically sweetened with aspartame, are linked to increased obesity and other concerns. Now, to avoid that negative spotlight, Pepsi has announced they'll replace aspartame with sucralose (Splenda), […]

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Using a Non-Stick Pan? You May Want to Read This

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Aug 25, 2015

Pans with a non-stick coating are convenient but new research suggests that the chemical used for the coating is extremely toxic and exposure on any level could prove dangerous to brain health, the reproductive system, and immune system. (more…)

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