Jun 17 2008

Study Reveals Two Wildflowers Are “Highly Effective” at Killing MRSA

Category: Health News, Natural Health

Author: Dr. Edward Group @ 10:39 am

Elecampane Wildflowers and MRSA
Example of Elecampane Wildflower

More and more scientists are now realizing that Mother Nature has answers to many of the dilemmas that we face. One such answer has arrived through a pair of Eurasian wildflowers (Elecampane & Pulsatilla vulgaris).

According to a study conducted by researchers at the Cork Institute of Technology (CIT), extracts from the flowers are highly effective in killing the MRSA superbug.

The superbug, Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a bacterium that is the root cause for many infections in humans. MRSA can be very difficult to treat, because it’s resistant to many antibiotics. MRSA is especially troublesome in hospitals, where, if the proper procedures are not carried out, staff may transfer these bacteria from one patient to another.

MRSA has been a serious problem not only in hospitals, but in other institutions such as prisons & schools. Due to the continually rotating population in a prison, combined with regular poor health, staph cases have become more and more prevalent.

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Jun 14 2008

The Health Dangers of Energy Drinks

Category: Health Dangers, Warning

Author: Dr. Edward Group @ 11:27 am

Energy drinks claim to provide people with increased energy levels that will keep them active & alert. Energy drinks are sold in grocery stores, convenience stores, bars, clubs, and in some areas, even schools. Are energy drinks safe to drink? Most natural health professionals say no.

Do You Know What’s In Energy Drinks?

The Dangers of Energy Drinks

Most energy drinks contain at least as much caffeine as a standard eight-ounce cup of coffee (~80mg). To put it into perspective, a 12oz. soda contains 18-48mg of caffeine. In addition to large doses of caffeine, energy drinks contain excessive amounts of sugar & legal herbal stimulants.

Children in school certainly do not need to be consuming any type of beverage that contains stimulants, particularly when they are combined with sugar. Despite manufacturer claims to the contrary, marketing of energy drinks is targeted to high school kids, and adults who are under 30 years of age.

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Jun 11 2008

Is There A Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency & Heart Attacks?

Category: Health Dangers, Health News, Natural Health, Warning

Author: Dr. Edward Group @ 2:40 pm

Milk & Vitamin D Defiency

Authors of a new study have concluded that males with a low level of Vitamin D, a fat-soluble vitamin, are more likely to suffer a heart attack, technically known as a Myocardial Infarction (MI).

There are a variety of clinical studies showing that the death-rates attributed to cardiovascular diseases grew during winter months. Conversely, the opposite was found at lower altitudes. This background pattern was expressed in the author’s article, published in the June 9 edition of the journal, Archives of Internal Medicine.

In conjunction with a team from the Department of Epidemiology at Harvard School of Public Health, Edward Giovannucci, M.D., Sc.D., analyzed the medical records and blood samples of 454 men, aged between 40 & 75. All of whom have suffered from fatal heart diseases or had previously suffered non-fatal heart attacks.

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Jun 10 2008

We Won Another Award From The Better Business Bureau!

Category: Health News, Natural Health, Organic Living

Author: Dr. Edward Group @ 3:03 pm

Dr Group & Wife, Dr. Daniela Group holding the Better Business Bureau's Award of Excellence
Dr. Group & Wife, Dr. Daniela Group

Have you heard the news?!

We won the Better Business Bureau Award for Excellence — again. For the second year in a row, we’ve earned the BBB Trustmark. That means a lot to us, and you can review the criteria at the BBB website, to see what that means to you, our customers.

Global Healing Center strives to bring you the best. When you purchase from Global Healing Center, you’re getting:

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Apr 23 2008

Are There Drugs in Our Water Supply?

Category: Health Dangers, Health News, Prescription Drugs, Warning

Author: Dr. Edward Group @ 11:26 am

Are there drugs in our drinking water?
Did you know that when you ingest or are injected with prescription drugs, your body doesn’t necessarily use all it takes in? It’s true. Excess drugs are excreted as waste material.

That’s good news for your body since pharmaceuticals are very hard on your system in the first place. However, it’s not good news for the ecosystem, since these drug residues work their way into our waterways and municipal water processing plants.

Things you need to know about municipal water

Tap water has been unsafe for drinking for a very long time. Tap water has toxic chemicals, some known carcinogens, added to make it “safe” for drinking. Three of the poisons that can be found in faucet water are chlorine, fluoride, and arsenic, a Category 1 carcinogen (cancer causing agent). Now, the newest acknowledgment of prescription drugs in the waterways is just one more toxin added to the already contaminated water. Prescription medications that end up in the water supply are not easily filtered.

The drugs are not present in large quantities but they are a contaminant to the body. This means, you may be ingesting them continuously over a period of years. And, we don’t yet know what will be the long-term effects of such intake.

Studies are showing that the effects are already manifesting in fish (male fish producing female egg yolk proteins). And even earthworms and zooplankton. Antibiotics for example are less and less effective as treatments for ailments in humans, due to the excessive prescribing practices. Bacteria have the ability to adapt to the antibiotics. Antibiotics in open water, gives bacteria more time to mutate.

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Apr 15 2008

The Health Benefits of Organic Locally Grown Raw Honey

Category: Healthy Foods, Natural Health, Organic Living

Author: Dr. Edward Group @ 3:26 pm

Health Benefits of Honey

It’s Not Just Great Tasting

Perhaps your parents failed to mention it when they discussed the birds and the bees with you. But, honey has a long history of healing, too.

Really, it’s been used for centuries for its healing properties, as well as its sweetness. People use it to bake with. It requires you to use less heat. Its tasty flavor is one reason many people prefer it over table sugar. Besides that, honey is much sweeter than regular table sugar and better for you.

It’s best if you buy locally grown organic raw honey whenever you can. Locally grown because it’s produced by bees which are from the environment in which you live. It is always best to grow or consume foods from the area in which you live as they contain the immune stimulating properties needed for your body to adapt to its environment. Fresh raw honey will also be tastier, and more potent. And, when you buy from local independent farmers you help keep them in business, which is good for your economy.

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Apr 09 2008

Is There A Link Between Vaccinations & Autism?

Category: Health Dangers, Health News, Vaccination Info

Author: Dr. Edward Group @ 3:41 pm

Vaccines have been in the hot seat before and have always been a hot topic for me, as I have been warning people about the negative health effects of these poisons for years. Some of the ingredients that cause concern include chicken embryos that can transmit harmful viral material, and formaldehyde which is embalming fluid. Even mercury and other heavy metals are still used.

I’m still tying to figure out why vaccines and flu shots contain spermicides - Are we trying to make everyone infertile? Well it must be working since the infertility rates have skyrocketed over the years!

Several illnesses are being tracked back to vaccinations including immune disorders, cognitive disorders, and more. And still the government isn’t ready to bite the Big Pharma hands that feeds it. Still, with the latest inclusion of the onset of autism linked to vaccines, and famous faces like Jenny McCarthy & Holly Robinson-Pete to boost the awareness, autism is getting long overdue scrutiny from mainstream science and the government.

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Apr 08 2008

Genetically Modified Foods: Why You Should Avoid Them

Category: Health Dangers, Natural Health

Author: Dr. Edward Group @ 11:25 am

What are Genetically Modified Foods?

Avoid Genetically Modified Food

It’s just as concerning as it sounds. Scientists have introduced into plants and animals, new, scientifically manipulated or chosen, genetic material, to advance and suppress traits as they see fit. The products are genetically modified (GM) foods.

From as early as the 70’s, scientists have been genetically manipulating crops. Scientists used these soil bugs along with other gene-implantation technologies, to develop numerous new types of crops.

These crops are steadily increasing in our and other countries as well. Some countries are not so completely receptive. The genetic materials are selected to promote resistance to pesticides, herbicides and insecticides; higher nutrient levels; larger produce; and tolerance to extreme weather conditions.

Many of the GM foods you can find on your grocers’ shelves, today, because they don’t have to be labeled in the United States. These include: cottonseed oil, soybeans, cocoa beans, canola and corn. Scientists have even created plants that produce plastics and pharmaceutical compounds, not for human consumption. Feed grade corn is approved only for livestock food.

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Mar 28 2008

Parkinson’s Disease: Could Pesticides Be a Cause?

Category: Health Dangers, Health News, Organic Living, Pesticide Info

Author: Dr. Edward Group @ 12:56 pm

What is Parkinson’s Disease?

Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a movement disorder that generally impairs the sufferer’s speech and motor skills. Parkinson’s Disease is characterized by tremors and muscular rigidity. At this point, there is still alot to learn about the symptoms and effects of Parkinson’s Disease, but recently, a new study concluded with interesting results.

How Do You Contract Parkinson’s Disease?

There are many forms of Parkinson’s Disease that appear to be idiopathic, meaning doctors aren’t sure of the causes. Some cases, though, are linked to drug toxicity, medical disorders, or head trauma. The newest observation that the medical scientists are now exploring is the possible link between pesticides and Parkinson’s Disease.

According to new research into the causes of Parkinson’s Disease, two specific insecticide classes were cited as significantly associated: organochlorines and organophosphorus compounds. While the research isn’t exhaustive or definitive by any measure, the results compiled thus far are enough to warrant a much closer study by the medical community.

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Mar 26 2008

Radio Interview with Dr. Julian Whitaker MD

Category: Natural Health, Radio Interviews

Author: Dr. Edward Group @ 1:10 pm

Just wanted to let everyone know I did a great interview on body detoxification and cleansing with Dr. Julian Whitaker on his Healthy Talk Radio show. For those of you who are not familiar with Dr. Whitaker, he is one of the leading natural healthcare practitioners worldwide so we are definitely spreading the word about natural health and continuing to help as many people as we can prevent disease and restore their health.

Broadcasting since 1982, Healthy Talk Radio featuring America’s Wellness Doctor, Julian Whitaker MD, is America’s longest-running health talk radio show, bringing you up-to-date news, information, and recommendations that can truly make a difference in your life.

Click on the play button to hear the interview:

Dr. Julian Whitaker on Healthy Talk Radio


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