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By Debi Wimberley, Cannabis Specialist and Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter

The data is in, and it's remarkable! After analyzing three years of data, we're seeing patterns that are revolutionizing cannabinoid therapy.

The Big Discovery: Multi-Cannabinoid Formulas Win

Our experience database reveals something incredible! Multi-cannabinoid formulas consistently outperform si...

From Dispensary to Lab: A Deep Dive into Cannabinoids cannabinoid receptors cannabinoids cbg chronic pain endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids feco insomnia nausea phytocannabinoids stigma thc thcv type 1 type 1 diabetes May 28, 2025

Host: Debi Wimberley, Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter and Certified Medical Cannabis Specialist

Guest: Alex Echman

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Debi sits down with Cannabis Chemist and educator Alex Eckman to explore how real science and lived experience in the world of cannabinoid therapies. From his early dispensary days to his cutting-edge lab research, Alex...

Reasons to Use CBD: Practical Applications anxiety cb1 cbd flavonoids inflammation pain ptsd terpenes thc tincture topicals vaporization May 28, 2025

Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. Discusses:

This episode breaks down the real-world applications of CBD, without the fluff. Host Dr. Riley, a pharmaceutical scientist, explores what CBD actually does in the body, why it's not just a wellness trend, and how it can be used intentionally for everyday health support. From the science of inflammation to the calming effects on mental health, this episode arms...

Confronting Stigma: Science-Backed Benefits of THC anxiety appetite cb1 chemotherapy chronic pain epilepsy harm reduction inflammation multiple sclerosis (ms) nausea neuroprotective opioid cessation opioids pain parkinson's disease stigma stress thc May 28, 2025

By William Brown, Certified Medical Cannabis Specialist

For decades, THC has carried a reputation that focuses more on stigma than science. Often dismissed as a substance folks only use to “get high", it’s been largely misunderstood despite growing evidence of its medical and cognitive benefits.

Research now shows that THC plays a critical role in pain management, nausea relief, and neurol...

What is Delta-8-THC? Is It Safe? cannabinoids cbd delta-8 endocannabinoid system (ecs) flavonoids terpenes thc May 28, 2025

By Matan Weil
Scientifically reviewed by Lauren Vrabel, PharmD

This article first appeared on The Cannigma, May 6, 2021

What if there was a type of weed that was fully legal, safe to use, you could buy at the corner store, and it wouldn’t even show up in a drug test? Sound too good to be true? It is, unfortunately.

Delta-8-THC, a close relative of the more famous delta-9-THC, acts in many ...

CBG & CBGA: The Cannabinoids Worth Knowing alzheimer's/dementia cannabinoids cb1 cb2 cbca cbd cbda cbg cbga colitis endocannabinoid system (ecs) epilepsy huntington's disease ibs inflammation mrsa neurological pain parkinson's disease stress thc thca May 28, 2025

By Angel Johansen, Certified Cannabis Specialist

Not all cannabinoids are part of the mainstream conversation, but some of the lesser-known ones may be doing some of the most interesting work. In fact, some of the most promising developments in Cannabis aren't coming from the usual names. Quietly, cannabinoids like CBG (cannabigerol) and CBGA (cannabigerolic acid) are stepping into the spot...

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By Dr. Abraham Benavides

This article first appeared on HashDash 4/17/2024

What are Cannabinoids?

Put simply, cannabinoids are organic and bioactive compounds that are found in the Cannabis plant. Whole plant Cannabis contains over 550 naturally occurring components (1). We currently know of almost 150 cannabinoids (2) in the Cannabis plant. The two cannabinoids we know the most about are te...

Let’s Talk Anxiety: Breaking the Cycle with Nature’s Help addiction anxiety cannabinoids cbd ediable endocannabinoid system (ecs) stress suicide thc trauma May 08, 2025

Host: Debi Wimberley, Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter and Certified Medical Cannabis Specialist

Guest: Scott Lynch

In this soul-opening conversation, Debi Wimberley sits down with mindset coach and top-rated podcast host Scott Lynch to discuss anxiety not as something to eliminate but as something to listen to, learn from, and transform. Together, they dismantle myths about...

Cannabis for Anxiety and Depression: Exploring Its Potential Benefits cbd cbda cbg cbga thc thca May 08, 2025

By William Brown, Certified Medical Cannabis Specialist

Mental health challenges, such as anxiety and depression, affect millions of people worldwide. Conventional treatments, including therapy and pharmaceuticals, offer relief to many, but they are not without limitation. Some individuals face side effects, resistance to treatment, or persistent stigma
surrounding mental health care.

In re...

Beyond the Pill: A Mindful Approach to Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD adhd anxiety appetite cbd cbg depression entourage effect inflammation pain thc vaporization May 08, 2025

By Michelle Distion, Certified Cannabis Coach

Some studies report that Cannabis reduces brain activity, as if that’s inherently negative. But let’s ask: what kind of brain activity are we talking about?

Yes, Cannabis Lowers Brain Activity. And That’s the Point

For those of us with ADHD or high-functioning anxiety, constant mental chatter isn't productive; it's paralyzing. Cannabis does...

Cannabis Helped My Anxiety and PTSD By Improving My Quality of Life, Slowing Down My Hyperactive Mind, and Continuing To Provide Clarity Through My Anxiety adhd anxiety cbd depression ediable linalool myrcene ptsd sleep stress terpinolene thc trauma May 08, 2025

Submitted by Adam P.

I am 27 years old. I am from Bucks County, Pennsylvania. I have been dealing with anxiety for 12 years and PTSD for 6 years.

The challenges I was facing were often tied to my anxiety

But it worsened after a traumatic event when I was in college. I couldn't sleep due to racing thoughts and recurring nightmares. I would also put off sleep to avoid nightmares at times.

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By Emily Earlenbaugh, PhD.
Medically reviewed by Roni Sharon, MD

This article first appeared on The Cannigma, September 22, 2019

Shared with permission from Codi Peterson, PharmD

Overview

Research and anecdotal evidence provide hope that Cannabis can be effective in helping patients cope with depression, especially less intoxicating varieties. Marijuana is widely used for its ability to elev...

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