REAL-WORLD CBD EVIDENCE, CBD AND KETAMINE, AND MORE . . .
New developments in the burgeoning field of cannabinoid research By Nate Seltenrich on July 07, 2021 A new paper out of Canada caught our eye because it evaluated a range of outcomes among a large number of patients at a medical cannabis clinic in Quebec (279, to be exact) who had used both CBDand THC in the course of their daily lives […]
Is There a Safer Way to Smoke Cannabis? How the Methods Stack Up
Consider Other Methods “…The additive has been linked to thousands of cases of e-cigarette, or vaping, product use-associated lung injury (EVALI) and death, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). However, this risk seems to apply only to vaping concentrates, not flower. A 2006 studysuggests that vaping actual cannabis, not concentrate, is less harmful to your […]
CBD Oil for Migraine: Does It Work?
Medically reviewed by Alan Carter, Pharm.D. — Written by Kristeen Cherney — Updated on June 4, 2020 While pain medications can help temporarily alleviate symptoms of migraine attacks, you may be concerned about their side effects. This is where cannabidiol (CBD) may come in. Keep reading to find out: what the current research says about using CBD for migraine how it works potential […]
CBD Oil and Gout
Gout is a common yet complex form of arthritis. Crystallization of excess uric acid leads to deposits in the joints, which become inflamed, red, and tender. Inflammation and pain are two of the primary symptoms associated with gout, and they are also two problems that seem to respond well to cannabis. In particular, cannabidiol (CBD) oil has demonstrated […]
CBD oil and Asperger Syndrome
Prescription medications for ASD, most notably risperidone, often come with serious side effects that affect the body, mind, and behavior, sometimes even precipitating violent outbursts. Thus, there is a growing need in the ASD community for a functional treatment option without such adverse effects. Full-spectrum cannabis oil, derived from cannabidiol (CBD)-rich cultivars, utilizing the cannabinoid-rich flowers […]
CBD oil and diabetes
Research overview While research exploring the effects of cannabis consumption on diabetes has been underway for some time, there are very few studies specifically investigating the effects of CBD oil as a treatment for the condition. Some researchers have pointed out, however, that CBD may offer relief from specific symptoms due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Chronic […]
What to look for when buying CBD oil
It is possible to find trustworthy CBD products, especially when the necessary precautions are taken. Here’s a quick beginner’s guide to buying CBD oil including terms to know, cost, and how to read a CBD oil label. Until federal agencies determine final and enforceable regulations, the potential for mislabeled and poor-quality products is high. Knowing what […]
What drugs should not be taken with CBD?
CBD’s documented effects on liver function and enzymes that metabolize several medications are relevant when considering whether or not to consume CBD with certain drugs. CBD acts on the same metabolites as grapefruit — therefore, many of the prescription drugs that carry grapefruit warning labels may have similar risks when taken with CBD. Let’s examine […]
CBD oil for ADHD: What the research shows
April 13, 2021 Low focus, poor concentration, and short attention spans are common cognitive symptoms of ADHD. High levels of anxiety and depression are also associated with many ADHD patients (5). CBD can help mental clarity by interacting with specific brain receptors, improving concentration levels during work or school CBD interacts within the body in […]
Does CBD oil help with brain fog?
POSTED by CBDecoded What is Brain Fog? A particularly distressing symptom, “brain fog”, as the name suggests, is described by patients as an inability to think clearly: “like thinking through cotton wool”; “can’t remember a thing”; or “woolly-headed”. Such feelings of disorientation and confusion can be enormously disabling: sufferers not only find that it affects their […]