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Submitted by Marie-Eve V. from Québec, Canada

I am 46 years old from Québec, Canada, born with Spina Bifida. I've been diagnosed with Hyponatremia, anemia and now my body rejects all nutrients from all sources.

I couldn't move, I couldn’t sleep, and I was filled with hate and anger

Being hungry all the time intensifies aggressiveness and hate toward myself and others. Since childhood, I have...

CBD Helped my Crohn's Disease and Allowed Me To Decrease My Pain Meds and Taper Off My Steroids Before My Bowel Resection anxiety cbd cbg chron’s insomnia irritability mood swings opioids pain steroids stigma Jul 02, 2025

Submitted by Angie L. from Kansas City, Missouri

I am 55 years old. I am from Kansas City, Missouri and I have been dealing with Crohn's Disease for over 25 years.

I was struggling with constant pain, anxiety, and sleepless nights

It felt like everything was spiraling out of control. My body, my bowels, my life… I didn’t feel like myself anymore.

Before I started using CBD, I wasn't leav...

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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...

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Dr. Bonni Goldstein, MD YouTube Channel
Shared with the generous permission of Bonni Goldstein. This episode originally aired in June of 2022.

In this episode, learn all about this newly available phytocannabinoid...what it is, who might benefit from its medicinal properties, and more...

After witnessing the incredible medical benefits of Cannabis in thousands of my patients, both adults a...

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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...

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...

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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...

Rethinking Wellness: Unlocking the Power of the ECS and Cannabinoid Science anxiety cancer cbd cbg ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) harm reduction inflammation menopause pain seizure self-care sleep stigma thc tolerance break Mar 03, 2025

Host: Debi Wimberley- Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter

Guest: Miyabe Shields, Ph.D and Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D

What You’ll Learn from This Conversation: This conversation dives into the crucial role of the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) in maintaining health, why it remains overlooked in modern medicine, and how scientific advancements are uncovering its potential. Scientists Miya...

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By Alex Mitchell, Integrative Life Coach and Hypnotist

In 2025, 1 Billion Women Worldwide Will Be Postmenopausal

Are you one of the 1.3 million women globally who will enter menopause this year? Have you considered incorporating Cannabis into your self-care for menopause?

I’m a summer-of-love child, born in 1967. Like many women around my age, I knew almost nothing about the changes that ...

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By Debi Wimberley, Certified Cannabis Educator and Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter

Hey there, let’s talk about something real!

How many times have you walked into a doctor’s office, explained what’s going on with your body, and then left, feeling unheard? Like your symptoms were brushed off, your concerns dismissed, and you were handed a prescription and matter of factly told...

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Submitted by Marie-Eve V. from Québec, Canada

I couldn't move, I couldn’t sleep, and I was filled with hate and anger

Submitted by Angie L. from Kansas City, Missouri

I was struggling with constant pain, anxiety, and sleepless nights

Before I started using CBD, I wasn't leav...

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

The Big Discovery: Multi-Cannabinoid Formulas Win