CANNABIS FLAVONOIDS: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Elena Schmidt. June 30, 2021 “…Cannabis flavonoids play a crucial role in how you perceive the plant with your senses due to the pigment and flavor they provide, but they also deliver therapeutic benefits. Flavonoids, working with cannabinoids and terpenes, interact with chemical receptors through your body’s endocannabinoid system. And just like those other two […]
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 […]
NO BRAINER: CBD & THC FOR HEAD INJURIES
“…Whereas TBI results from an external blow to the skull, a stroke is caused internally by an arterial blockage or rupture. But TBI and stroke share many of the same pathological features and aberrant molecular mechanisms. Researchers have learned that CBD can convey potent, long-lasting neuroprotection if given shortly before or as much as twelve hours after the onset of ischemia…” […]
ENDOCANNABINOID DISCOVERY TIMELINE
25 years of groundbreaking research — an annotated history. By Martin A. Lee on July 01, 2020 A key turning point for modern cannabis research came in 1964, when Israeli scientists Raphael Mechoulam and Yechiel Gaoni isolated and identified tetrahyrdocannabinol (THC) as the high causer. Mechoulam also elucidated the chemical structure of several other cannabis components, including […]
CBD And Skin Care: Everything You Need to Know
blog / By Liz Now we know that the skin has an endocannabinoid system of its own, which works to keep the skin in a healthy, balanced state. Just like the body’s endocannabinoid system, the goal is stasis, or keeping various systems and organs in the body on an even keel. This includes the skin. The root cause […]
CBD Oil for Mental Health—Should You Take It Too?
Is this supplement simply snake oil, or is it actually good for mental health? Posted January 7, 2019 “…Discovered in 1992, the main cannabinoid molecule is called anandamide, which is translated from the Sanskrit as “bliss molecule.” The cannabinoid system is key to helping the body keep itself in balance. This system ensures our stomach […]
Cannabis and Cats: A Feline Guide to Marijuana, CBD, and Hemp Products
The facts about THC toxicity in cats, as well as CBD and hemp products for feline health. AUTHOR: DOROTHY HARRISLAST UPDATED: FEBRUARY 25, 2019 Learning about marijuana and cats is crucial for owners who want to keep their feline friends safe and healthy. CBD Products for Cats “…When it comes to medical marijuana and cats, the […]
The Potential Benefits of CBD for the Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
“…While there are currently few studies on the use of CBD for bipolar disorder, CBD appears to generate the same type of response in the body as many of the medications used to treat the condition. The neuroprotective and antioxidative benefits of CBD may also help to alleviate the symptoms of bipolar and increase the […]
7 BENEFITS OF CBD FOR PAIN MANAGEMENT
WRITTEN BY NORTHEAST SPINE AND SPORTS MEDICINE ON MARCH 10, 2020. “… research indicates that CBD helps reduce inflammation in the joints, particularly when osteoarthritis is involved. The 2017 study found that not only does CBD help reduce pain, it also helps prevent nerve damage when administered via injections. Thwarting the development of nerve damage in arthritic patients may help […]
No bones about it: Cannabis may be used to treat fractures
Tel Aviv University researcher finds non-psychotropic compound in marijuana can help heal bone fissures Date:July 16, 2015 Source:American Friends of Tel Aviv University Summary: A new study explores another promising new medical application for marijuana. According to the research, the administration of the non-psychotropic component significantly helps heal bone fractures. “…The clinical potential of cannabinoid-related […]