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A 2021 research review showed that up to 91% of women of reproductive age experience menstrual pain, with up to 29% of women experiencing severe pain. CBD can be beneficial for women to help alleviate symptoms that they face during their periods. CBD can help in controlling menstrual pain, reducing bloating, and stabilizing mood. A […]

Clinical studies show that CBD has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and offers significant protection against numerous pathological disorders (neuroprotection). In fact, several studies suggest CBD can produce beneficial effects against Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and multiple sclerosis. CBD interacts with two cannabinoid receptors in the body found on certain cells called CB1 and CB2. By

According to statistics, allergies are the sixth main cause of chronic illnesses in the United States, affecting roughly 19.9 million adults, as stated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Cannabidiol (CBD) is said to possess anti-inflammatory properties that could be useful in managing allergies. One example of how CBD can help with

CBD could be useful in treating depression, as it appears to have a positive interaction with serotonin receptors in the brain. CBD does not directly boost serotonin levels, but it affects how your brain’s chemical receptors respond to the serotonin that’s already present. A 2014 study found CBD had anti-depressive and anti-anxiety effects and a

By now you may have heard the claims that a cannabis compound has been linked to blocking COVID-19 from entering the body. Let’s break it down. CBD-A, which is the acid form of CBD has been found to contain “virus-neutralizing” capabilities that are promising. The study injected CBD-A into human epithelial cells and discovered the

You’ve heard of CBD before, now let’s dive into CBG. This is termed as the “mother of all cannabinoids” because they are all derived first from CBGA (cannabigerolic acid). CBG is typically found in less than 1% of the hemp plant, whereas CBD can be found in up to 25% of the plant. Because of

You’ve heard of CBD for sleep and pain, but did you know that research suggests that CBD oil may have use as a treatment for a range of skin conditions, such as acne, dermatitis, psoriasis, and eczema? This is due to the anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties of the cannabis plant. It can be especially

Female veterans are exposed to physical and psychological factors increasing their risks of mental health conditions. Studies have found the rate of depression among female veterans being 51%-62% and PTSD being 22%-29%, which is substantially higher than their civilian counterparts rates of 14% and 2.6% respectively. CBD works on multiple neurotransmitters that are involved in

On October 18th, we’ll be speaking at the American Cannabis Nurses Association annual conference where we’ll educate other health professionals on the endocannabinoid system (ECS). This complex system was first discovered in the ’80s and is responsible for whole-body homeostasis. CBD awakens the ECS receptors to regulate a wide range of body functions and processes,

Welcome back to school! This time of year, you and your kids might feel overwhelmed. If you’re like our households, it’s always a struggle the first few weeks of school as we get back into a routine. Some things that we have found work well for us: Packing lunches the night before Laying out clothes