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6 Reasons to Use Organic Makeup

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Nov 13, 2014

Makeup is an essential beauty item for many women all over the world. While choosing to wear makeup may help enhance one's personal appearance and self-esteem, it also exposes the wearer to a range of health concerns. Research is beginning to reveal that some ingredients in beauty and personal care products may be linked to cancer and Alzheimer’s disease, sparking outrage among many professionals in the health and wellness communities. Fortunately, effective alternatives to chemically-produced makeup and beauty products are available to fight these growing health concerns. (more…)

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Dry Skin? Check Out These Quick Tips

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Nov 10, 2014

Dry, itchy, chapped, cracked skin... all of these things irritate your skin's already sensitive nature. Dry skin is typically worse in the winter, when low humidity and extreme cold combine to rob even more moisture away from the skin. Wind, air conditioning, and overexposure to the sun can cause the skin to flake and feel tight. Dry skin tends to look dull, especially on the cheeks and around the eyes. What Causes Dry Skin? Dry skin can be caused by a number of factors. Genetics plays a role in the […]

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10 Ways to Get Rid of Cellulite

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Sep 18, 2014

Cellulite is ripply fat around the buttocks and upper legs and it has affected women since the beginning of time, but seems to be more persistent these days. Let's take a look at what's causing it and what you can do to get rid of it. What Is Cellulite? Cellulite is the product of two things – fat and connective tissue, otherwise known as collagen. You could also make the argument that there's a third factor – being a woman. Women have three layers of fat under the most cellulite-prone […]

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The Health Benefits of Oil Pulling

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Aug 27, 2014

Oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic therapy believed to promote oral health and detoxification and available data shows promise for this natural health technique. The practice of oil pulling involves the use of food-grade oils, such as coconut oil, as an agent for "pulling" away harmful toxins. Unwanted organisms from the mouth, teeth, gums, and throat are also thought to be removed. (more…)

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Do You Know These 6 Facts About Laundry Detergent?

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Jun 30, 2014

Doing the laundry is a simple, straightforward task for most people. However, have you actually thought about the chemicals contained in most laundry detergents? Most of this stuff doesn't wash out in the rinse and can be absorbed into your body through your skin. Knowing what we are putting on our clothes, and in our body, can be incredibly important for protecting our health. Detergents, for example, contain chemicals that can contribute to skin irritation. Not only that, many commercial detergents may mimic hormones and disrupt endocrine function, a concern […]

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