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By Michelle Diston - Certified Cannabis Coach and Educator
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In the world of holistic wellness, cannabis has emerged as a powerful ally for those seeking natural solutions to their health concerns. While many associate cannabis with its intoxicating properties, there's a lot more to this remarkable plant, especially when it comes to its applications in skincare and topicals. In this article, we'...
By: Shoshana Church, MPAS, PA-C, Certified Cannabis Educator, Coach and Aromatherapist
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What Are Topical Cannabinoids?
First, letâs understand what cannabinoids are. Cannabinoids are compounds found in the Cannabis plant that interact with our bodyâs endocannabinoid system. These compounds can either be ingested or applied topically. The most well-known cannabinoid in the Cannabis plant is THC...
Hosted by Kandice Hawes-Lopez - Cannabis Educator with guests Alisha Diaz
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Discover the fascinating world of Cannabis skincare! Did you know that there are endocannabinoid receptors in skin cells, or that you can get systemic relief from transdermal and topical application?
Imagine lotions, salves, oils, sprays, and more, all infused with the power of Cannabis, working their magic by con...
Submitted by Bryan C. from Sioux Lookout, Ontario, Canada
THC, CBD and all related cannabinoids have greatly improved my overall wellness. I currently suffer severe anxiety from clinical depression as well as a herniated disk in my lower spine which will be surgically addressed soon.
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It is wonderful to be alive
Cannabis improved my overall wellness in my journey from suicidal ideation to act...
By Kyona, Board Certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor, and Cannabis Educator
The ear is a microsystem of the body. There are over 200 auricular points on the surface of the ears that send messages from the brain through nerve pathways to the corresponding area(s) of imbalance to promote healing. Auriculotherapy is the stimulation of specific points on the ear with acupuncture needles, or less inva...
Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. Discusses:
In this episode, Riley describes the different components of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and the reason why we have this system in the body.
Learning about the ECS can not only help you understand Cannabis better, but it is an important subject to learn as humans because this system is so important in the body.
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About Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D.:
Dr. Kirk is ...
By William Brown, Certified Cannabis Educator
Harm reduction is an evidence-based approach that aims to reduce the negative consequences of substance use and improve the health and well-being of people who use drugs. One of the strategies of harm reduction (1) is to offer safer alternatives (2) to more harmful substances, such as opioids, alcohol, cocaine, or nicotine. Cannabis may, and seems to ...
By Dr. Demetria Bates, DNP, FNP-BC, CCE
Smoking cannabis has been the primary consumption method for many decades, but in recent years cannabis consumers have been moving away from traditional smoking methods to dry herb vaporization. This transition is driven by scientific evidence that focuses on the various benefits of vaporizing cannabis.
The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health suggests t...
This article is shared with the permission of Dr. Peter Grinspoon.
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The phenomenon of being âCali soberâ is taking the recovery world by storm. It is defined as dedicating oneself to a life free of drugs and alcohol â except for cannabis and other psychedelics. (Though many consumers donât think of cannabis as a psychedelic, policy experts often consider it one because of its effects.) (1)
Har...
Robert Head and Dr. Phillip Blair Discuss Medical Cannabis and The Effects on The Body To Enable Significantly Reducing Pills
Shared with the generous permission of Hemp for Victory.Â
In the latest episode of Cannabis Reality, we have a conversation with Dr. Philip Blair, who holds a degree from West Point and has retired from the Army as a Colonel. Dr. Blair has spent a decade researching th...
Cannabis Health Radio Podcast Hosted by: Ian Jessop and Corrie Yelland
Shared with the generous permission of Cannabis Health Radio. This episode originally aired in April 2022.
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In this episode, Over the course of his life, Sam Smith from Illinois has had 14 back surgeriesâthe first occurring when he was in high school. Subsequent work-related back issues resulted in a series of surgeries bet...
Submitted by Mandy K. from Pennsylvania
I'm 37 years old. I'm From Pennsylvania. I've been dealing with PTSD, anxiety, depression, thoughts of suicide, bipolar, and multiple sclerosis.
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The things I was dealing with when I started Cannabis were all mental issues
Depression that was so unreal I'd stay in bed for days at a time. I was anxious and could never relax; always felt as if something t...
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