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Submitted by Yasha K. from New York City
I am 41 from NYC. I’ve been healthy my whole life, and Cannabis has made me healthier.
When fitness started fighting back
Loss of appetite and inability to sleep after heavy workouts, which delayed recovery, at times leading to injury.
Years ago, I was a competitive athlete. When Cannabis became an active part of my routine, I was competing in weight...
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By Michelle Distion, Certified Cannabis Coach
In today’s world, it’s almost impossible to ignore how commonplace stress, anxiety, and illness are. Most people are not even aware that there is a way to calm those racing thoughts and cultivate inner peace. For many, the idea of a daily meditation practice may feel daunting when their body is in pain, the monkey mind is too active, or emotions ar...
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By William Brown, Certified Medical Cannabis Specialist
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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...
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By Angel Johansen, Certified Cannabis Specialist
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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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Host: Debi Wimberley, Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter and Certified Medical Cannabis Specialist
Guest:Â Scott Lynch
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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...
Submitted by Adam P. from Bucks County, Pennsylvania
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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.
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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...
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Beyond the Couch Podcast Hosted by Samantha Waldman
Originally released on the Beyond the Couch Podcast on 5/31/23
29Â minutes
It’s time to challenge what we think we know about mental health support.
In this episode, Sam sits down with Amy Chin to discuss the benefits of CBD and/or Cannabis for anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. They talk about how to incorporate plant me...
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By Mark Durrand
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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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By Jay Jay O’Brien C.H. ACCE Certified Cannabis Health Coach & Educator
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The Feminine Flow
From menstruation to menopause, women spend their lives managing hormonal fluctuations, enduring pain, battling inflammation, and adapting to the physical and emotional toll that comes with each stage.
From cramps and migraines to mood swings and hot flashes, Mother Nature has offered women a lifetime ...
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By Debi Wimberley, Certified Cannabis Educator and Founder of the Effective Cannabis NewsletterÂ
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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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By Jay Jay O’Brien C.H. ACCE Certified Cannabis Health Coach & Educator
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Extending the Journey: What if You Could Have One More Day?
When my mom passed in 2007, just seven days after receiving a cancer diagnosis that had promised her a year to live, she was gone long before her final breath.
The heavy doses of morphine—the standard in end-of-life care—(1) given to “keep her comfortable” ke...
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By Michelle Distion, Certified Cannabis Coach
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What if the holiday chaos you’re feeling isn’t just in your head—but in your body’s deepest balancing system? This is the hidden science behind why holiday stress hits so hard—and what you can do about it.
For many, the holidays are a season of joy, but for others, they’re a time of quiet struggle. It might be your first Christmas without a lov...
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