November 2019 - Dr. Group's Healthy Living Articles

Supplements 101: A Guide on Choosing the Right Vitamins

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Nov 27, 2019

With so many supplements out there, where do you start? Taking supplements can vastly improve your life, alleviating pain, boosting energy, and aiding in many other ways. So, I'm going to give you a crash course on how to get started. Think of it as Supplements 101. Either watch the video below or keep reading to learn everything you need to know about vitamins and supplements. How to Choose the Right Vitamin SupplementsLength: 11 minutes Beginning Your Supplements Journey According to the Council for Responsible Nutrition, 68 percent of Americans […]

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Proteolytic Enzymes: 5 Reasons Why They’re Powerful for Your Health

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

Proteolytic enzymes have more than just a cool-sounding name. Pronounced prō-tē-a-li-tik, they offer superior health benefits, as well. As digestive aids, these enzymes break down protein in the foods you eat. They also help to build your cells, boost energy, reduce systemic redness and swelling, and stimulate the immune system. Your body naturally produces proteolytic enzymes, but you can also get them from foods. For example, papaya contains papain and pineapple has bromelain. You can also take proteolytic enzymes in supplement form for digestive and systemic support. What Are Proteolytic […]

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All You Should Know About Castor Oil: An Age-Old Home Remedy

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Nov 20, 2019

Not so long ago, moms everywhere used castor oil as a cure-all for many ailments, from stomach pain to fever to its most famous use — easing constipation. Take a teaspoon, and you are good! Some parents threatened a spoonful as “punishment.” Ah, the dreaded castor oil! This was so popular and common that it made its way into TV shows — from "Tom and Jerry" to "The Little Rascals." Even before the modern era, people loved castor oil. Its earliest mention was in the 6,000-year-old Papyrus Ebers, an ancient […]

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Jojoba Oil: Top Benefits With 7 DIY Jojoba Skin Care Recipes

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Nov 18, 2019

Pronounced hu-HO-buh, the jojoba plant is a wonder of nature. Native to the American southwest, its golden oil has been used for hundreds of years. Various Native American tribes living in the Sonoran Desert used jojoba oil not only to moisturize their skin but also to treat skin conditions and infections.[1, 2] Some even call it liquid gold. This incredible oil is still widely used today — mostly in cosmetics. You can make your own products with jojoba, whether to soothe rough skin, treat acne or other skin blemishes, or […]

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Prostate Health: Best Supplements, Foods, & Natural Remedies

By Dr. Edward Group
Published Nov 13, 2019

You likely don't give much thought to your prostate — until it starts to cause concern. If you’re a man advancing in age, you might notice common signs of an enlarged prostate gland. These include changes to your flow of urine, waking in the night to urinate, or frequent urination. You may feel like you can’t empty your bladder fully, that urination is not complete, or that the stream stops and starts. An enlarged prostate may also affect sexual activity. Prostate issues range from minor inconveniences to serious life-threatening illnesses. […]

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