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Abdominal Obesity, High Blood Sugar, High Blood Pressure? Eat Nuts.

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Sep 6, 2013

Nuts are an amazing, convenient source of essential fatty acids and proteins. They also hold an equally enjoyable handful of benefits for people with abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar. The Research Findings presented by medical researchers with the University of Toronto Department of Nutritional Sciences, and St. Michael’s Hospital, suggest that if eaten daily, a small amount of tree nuts could ward-off certain serious health conditions, including type 2 diabetes [1]. By investigating the effects of a relatively nut-rich diet in patients who have type 2 […]

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Want to Lose Weight? Drink a Smoothie!

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Aug 22, 2013

If you're trying to lose weight (and even if you're not), it's imperative your diet is in check. That means lots of fresh, organic fruits and vegetables are a must and making smoothies can be a great way to ingest them. (more…)

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Thoughts on Eating a Healthy Breakfast and Lunch

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Aug 22, 2013

Whenever there is discussion of weight loss methods, "eat healthy!" is always a suggestion. My opinion is no exception. I've devoted several recent blog posts to discussions about weight loss and the importance of implementing healthy eating habits in order to achieve it. The key word is "habit" and it's necessary to understand that it means "every day". Healthy eating habits don't come in the form of an occasional bottle of vegetable juice, a once-in-a-while banana, diet soda instead of regular, or gorging out on 100 calorie snack packs of […]

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The 7 Best Foods for Energy

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Published Apr 26, 2021

Adequate energy is directly related to adequate nutrition and rest. If your energy levels are low, don't reach for an energy drink. The best approach is to start with your diet. Some of the most basic and readily available foods provide nutrients that are full of high-quality, sustainable energy. Some of these foods can give an immediate energy surge while others bestow a sustained, long-term energy increase. In addition to energy, the following seven foods offer incredible health benefits! (more…)

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The Benefits of Acupuncture

By Dr. Edward Group, DC
Updated Jul 30, 2013

One alternative healing technique is the ancient practice of acupuncture. This technique involves the shallow insertion of specialized needles into the skin along the meridian points of the body. The needles have a very small diameter which makes them more easily tolerated than regular injection needles. Acupuncturists manipulate the life force or Chi energy of the patient. Their goal is to bring the body back into harmony with itself to relieve pain. (more…)

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