The popularity of CBD products has been growing over the last few years as people become more aware of all the health benefits that can be derived from them. From pain management to helping combat anxiety, CBD has been shown to improve its users’ quality of life. Its versatility is part of the reason that […]
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CBD, menstrual cramps, and endometriosis
The menstrual cycle is the time of the month that most women dread. Though it’s a natural part of the body’s physiological process, it often comes with unpleasant or unwanted symptoms. Period symptoms vary depending on the person. Some experience little to no symptoms at all, while for others it can be severe; especially when […]
CBD Oil for Epilepsy
Unlike other health disorders, epilepsy can impact people of all ages and backgrounds. Anyone can develop epilepsy at any time and the root causes are not usually known. Researchers are continuously trying to understand more about this health condition, its causes, and of course, how to treat and cure it. Epilepsy is considered a long-term […]
CBD and Cancer: What the research tells us
CBD is known to help treat varying forms of physical and mental pain and stress because of its natural effects on certain receptors throughout the body and brain. CBD has also been shown to help treat skin issues and seizures caused by epilepsy. With all its known health benefits, CBD has also become an avenue […]
Can CBD help you quit smoking?
It’s no secret that we all have bad habits. Whether it’s slouching, too much fast food, not exercising, or looking at a screen before bed (guilty), these rituals can be challenging to shed. Why are we talking about bad habits? Because some people are still trying to get rid of perhaps the biggest culprit of […]
CBD oil and SSRIs (Antidepressants)
In Canada, about 11% of men and 16% of women will experience major depression over the course of their lives. However, the growing awareness of mental health issues and the advancement of both medication and natural treatments means that, for many people, depression can be treated effectively. [toc] While depression affects everyone differently, there are […]
Benefits of CBD Oil for Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is pain that is felt throughout the body: a chronic disease that has several physical and mental triggers, treating fibromyalgia can involve a number of different solutions. Some of the most common symptoms or signs of fibromyalgia include pain and stiffness throughout the body, fatigue, depression and anxiety, sleep problems, memory and concentration lapses, […]
CBG vs. CBD – What is CBG and how are they different?
Most people by now have heard of CBD—the cannabinoid contained in a number of products on the market that possess a host of benefits including helping with sleep, chronic pain, and even hangovers. A lesser-known fact is that there are many more cannabinoids besides CBD and THC that reside in the hemp plant that also […]
CBD topicals and pressure points: 4 pulse points for best results
How you apply or consume CBD can be as important as the product you choose. CBD comes in the form of ingestibles (like capsules, oil, gummies) or topical CBD (creams, balms, and salves). Depending on the severity of your condition, you may reach for a specific product or concentration. As for topical application, CBD can […]
Alternative medicine: the new mainstream
[toc] What is Alternative Medicine? Alternative medicine is one part of a diverse group of medical and healthcare systems, practices, and products known as Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). If you’ve ever wondered what complementary and alternative medicine is, here’s your answer: generally speaking, alternative medicine or therapy refers to treatment that is not a […]