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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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What is CBDV? autism cannabinoids cbd cbdv cbg endocannabinoids inflammation pain pediatrics seizure terpenes May 28, 2025

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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Intro To Cannabinoids addiction anxiety cancer cannabinoids cbc cbd cbda cbdv cbg cbn chronic pain clinical endocannabinoid deficiency depression ecs edibles endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids entourage effect fibromyalgia inflammation irritable bowel syndrome migraines neurological seizure terpenes thc thca thcv May 28, 2025

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...

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From Brain to Gut: The Endocannabinoid System’s Role in Health anxiety cb1 cb2 crohn's depression endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids homeostasis phytocannabinoids ptsd receptors stress Apr 05, 2025

 

By Mark Durrand

 

Intro and Concepts

This article examines two aspects of the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). The first
centers on the crucial role the ECS plays in managing the gastrointestinal process, with a particular focus on dysregulation leading to Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).

The second area focuses on the role the ECS plays in the experience and management of stress and anxiety, ...

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Taking Back Control: Women’s Health and the Endocannabinoid System anxiety autoimmune disease cannabinoids cbd cbda cbg chronic pain complex regional pain syndrome (crps) copd depression ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids endometriosis fibromyalgia inflammation lupus mac lung disease menopause opioids phytocannabinoids pms seizure sleep stress suicide thc thca Mar 02, 2025

 

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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Research: The Role of our ECS in Fear Modulation and Extinction anxiety cannabinoids ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoid tone endocannabinoids ptsd Jun 01, 2024

 

By: Mike Robinson, Global Cannabis Educator and Creator of ECS Balance Control

 

Have you ever wondered how our bodies handle the intense feeling of fear or manage the lingering sense of anxiety? The answer lies within an incredible system in our body known as the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). The ECS is like a quiet conductor of an orchestra, ensuring that our bodies maintain a balance, or w...

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What is a Cannabinoid (& How Do You Say It?): Intro to Phytocannabinoids and Endocannabinoids advocacy cannabinoids endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids Mar 31, 2024

 

Dr. Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. Discusses: 

Throughout her journey researching the Cannabis plant, she changed her mind on a lot of things, including the pronunciation of "Cannabinoid."

In this enlightening YouTube video, the emphasis is placed on the pronunciation of the word "Cannabinoid." The speaker shares her journey of adopting the pronunciation "Canna-bis" to honor and acknowledge the orig...

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Dr. David Allen Educates Discovery of the Endocannabinoid System advocacy autoimmune disease cancer diabetes endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids homeostasis Mar 05, 2024

 

 

 

Dr. David Allen Retired Cardiac Surgeon

In this video, Dr. David Allen, a retired cardiac surgeon and member of the International Cannabinoid Research Society (ICRS), discusses the discovery of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and its significance in medicine. 

Discovered approximately 30 years ago, the ECS is a chemical communication system in the body responsible for maintaining home...

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Can Cannabis and Breast Milk Help Skin cannabinoid receptors cannabinoids endocannabinoids inflammation receptors topicals Oct 31, 2023

Dr. Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. Discusses:

 

In this short and insightful video, Dr. Riley D. Kirk, Ph. D. dives into the fascinating subject of using Cannabis and breast milk as topical solutions for skin care. This unconventional approach may offer surprising skincare advantages. The video discusses the effectiveness of these natural topicals in addressing a wide range of skin issues, touching on the...

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The Endocannabinoid System of the Skin cannabinoid receptors endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids topicals Oct 29, 2023

Hosted by Kandice Hawes-Lopez - Cannabis Educator with guests Alisha Diaz

 

 

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...

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How Cannabis Works In The Body (Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System, ECS) cannabinoid receptors cannabis cb1 cb2 cbd cbn endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids thc Sep 06, 2023

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.

 

About Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D.:

Dr. Kirk is ...

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Is There Enough Evidence to Support The Use Of CBD/Cannabis For Acute Illness? asthma cannabinoids cb1 cbd cbg edibles endocannabinoids inflammation tincture Aug 04, 2023

By: Shoshana Church, MPAS, PA-C, Certified Cannabis Educator, Coach and Aromatherapist 

 

Examples of Acute Illnesses

Most of us have experienced a wide range of acute illnesses during our lifetime. From ear infections to sore throats, or asthma flare-ups, we've all been there. While most cases of sore throats are caused by viruses, with strep being the exception, it's often recommended to wait...

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