[toc] What are essential oils? If youâve ever been curious about the benefits of alternative medicine and particularly aromatherapy, you should know that essential oils are an important component. So what are essential oils exactly? They are compounds that are extracted from plants which capture the plantâs scent, flavour, and overall beneficial qualitiesâin other words, […]
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Natural Medicines: Combining The Best CBD And Medicinal Mushrooms
The combination of CBD and medicinal mushrooms in Canada is promising for holistic health. This complementary approach to wellbeing tackles anxiety, immunological function, and cognitive health by combining their benefits. Further, this article aims to shed light on the synergistic potential of these natural medicines when carried out together. [toc] CBD and Medicinal Mushrooms: A […]
What You Need to Know About Medicinal Mushrooms Canada
In recent years, medicinal mushrooms in Canada have been enjoying a remarkable rise in popularity. This newfound fascination is not just a passing trend; it reflects a deep-rooted history of these fungi serving as potent natural remedies and health boosters. Medicinal mushrooms are unique in their ability to boost the immune system and improve health. […]
Is CBD beneficial for Treating PTSD?
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is an active component extracted from the cannabis plant that has shown potential in reducing and managing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It is classified as a psychiatric disorder linked to surviving or witnessing a […]
CBD for Students
Itâs that time of year again and school is right around the corner. As a past student, I know how the school year can take a toll on mental and physical health. So why would CBD be useful for Students? One survey found that nearly 50% of students at a college level were using CBD […]
CBD for First Responders, Nurses and Veterans
Why are First Responders, Nurses and Veterans turning to CBD? Putting yourself on the line every day isnât always easy. Long extended hours, stress and constant life or death situations can negatively affect the psyche and the body. This can lead to muscle pain, sleeping disorders, depression, and even PTSD. Unsurprisingly, many Paramedics, Nurses, Veterans, […]
How can CBD help with OCD?
Anxiety can impact both the mind and body in different ways, and one of the most common anxiety disorders is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). According to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in Canada, OCD is an anxiety disorder that affects about 1 in 40 adults and typically begins gradually in adolescence or […]
CBD and Dementia
Over the past several years CBD has grown in popularity because of its many benefits. Some of those benefits include its ability to help with pain management, its effect on anxiety, and its ability to combat inflammation. Many of these benefits are well-known and celebrated, however, CBD has many other lesser-known uses and has the […]
CBD and Bipolar Disorder
In recent years, weâve seen unprecedented transparency and destigmatization when it comes to topics around mental illness and mental health. This is valuable because awareness is key to understanding. A common misconception is using the terms mental health and mental illness interchangeably. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, âmental healthâ is a concept that […]
CBD and Menopause
The benefits of CBD have become nearly common knowledge over the past few years as the interest in non-traditional medicine grows. Many health conditions can be treated using prescription medication, but people are now opting for natural remedies like CBD because it poses less risk, both long and short-term, and there can be fewer side […]