Dr. Group's Healthy Living Articles

5 Reasons Phthalates Should Be Banned Immediately

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jan 6, 2015

Not that long ago, I talked about 12 ways toxins are sneaking into your life, and while all toxins are bad news, there’s one group that should be banned immediately. I’m talking about phthalates; these are a class of chemicals used to make plastic flexible. For that reason, they’re also commonly referred to as plasticizers. Because they affect reproductive system development, the US government made the smart decision to keep them out of children’s products, banning six of them. This seems like a good thing, right? Well, it’s a start. […]

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9 Uses for Diatomaceous Earth

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jan 2, 2015

Diatomaceous earth is a natural sedimentary substance that's found and mined from the ground in various regions of the world. It's been used for an impressive list of biological and industrial uses. Below are just some of the interesting uses and benefits of food-grade diatomaceous earth that make it such a diverse, innovative natural substance. Best Ways to Use Diatomaceous Earth 1. Gentle Abrasive Diatomaceous earth is sometimes used in natural hygiene products such as toothpaste and facial washes as a gentle abrasive. [1] It's helpful for removing bacteria that […]

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3 Types of Exercise That Are Great for Lower Back Pain

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Dec 30, 2014

There's no question that exercise is one of the best ways to strengthen your body, improve flexibility, and boost your metabolism. It turns out that quite a bit of evidence supports the idea that exercise can help lower back pain, too. Let's take a look at three types of exercise that can help alleviate back pain. (more…)

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8 Shocking Facts About GMOs

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Dec 18, 2014

Finding food that has not been genetically modified can be tricky. Unfortunately, the companies that produce GMOs have sold the public a box of rocks with the notion that GMOs are the answer to nature’s mistakes, namely pests, disease, and the natural spoiling process. Despite the aggressive approach exerted by large corporate agricultural bodies, research continues to mount against GMO crops. (more…)

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12 Sneaky Ways Toxins Infiltrate Your Life

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Dec 18, 2014

It seems that everywhere you look today you can find a source for toxins — food, clothes, children’s toys…you get the idea. Sometimes, no matter how careful you are, toxins can sneak past you, infiltrating your home and body. It never hurts to arm yourself with a healthy dose of awareness and prevention, two components that can protect you and your family from unseen attackers. (more…)

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