Ever wondered what CBD might actually feel like in your day-to-day life? Many people are exploring how this natural supplement impacts their daily routines, whether it's to help them wind down, improve their sleep, boost their energy, or recover after a workout. Individual Experiences To give you a clearer picture, we've gathered...
CBD is becoming increasingly popular in the fitness world, as many athletes and fitness enthusiasts are exploring how CBD can complement their workout routines. Let's have a look. What is CBD? Calm your body, and reclaim your brain. That’s CBD in a nutshell. As interest in Hemp Oil Extracts/CBD grows, we're likely to...
CBD, or cannabidiol, is a compound found in the cannabis plant with significant therapeutic benefits when taken orally and topically, i.e. applied to the skin.CBD products are available in many forms, including tinctures (oil), capsules, and topicals. CBD topicals provide localized relief and can be used to target specific areas...
Did you know that the amount and quality of sleep you get can significantly impact your immune system? Research has shown that insufficient sleep can weaken your body's defenses, making you more susceptible to illness and infection. For instance, individuals who consistently sleep less than seven hours per night are...
I'm sharing a recent podcast interview hosted by Debbie Nelson on the Alternative to Meds Podcast. During this engaging conversation, I shared insights into my journey in integrative mental health care, specifically focusing on the roles of amino acids and CBD. In the early days of my residency, I observed the...
We've all been there, right? Dealing with that constant battle against dust in our homes. Not to mention how it can affect our allergies or asthma. Dust is just a real pain, and it's everywhere. It's made up of dead skin cells, dust mite droppings, and tiny bits of their bodies. And...
Cannabis: CBD versus THC There is often confusion between CBD (cannabidiol) and marijuana which contains THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol). When I first heard about CBD, I thought it was just a different delivery system for THC, for getting high. No judgment there, but I didn't really understand the distinction, the chemistry and the...
To maintain optimal health and support recovery from substance abuse one needs a holistic approach encompassing both nutrition and lifestyle choices. We will explore the 7 Basic Rules for Healthy Eating, focusing on whole foods, as well as delving into lifestyle practices for overall well-being. 7 Basic Rules for Healthy Eating: Prioritize...
The new year is a time for renewal and resolutions. As part of a holistic approach to wellness, consider adding CBD to your daily routine. Cannabidiol, best known as CBD, is one of over 100 cannabinoids found in cannabis plants. The other major cannabinoid is its famous relative, THC, which...
As a nation, we are overfed and undernourished. Diets high in refined foods, sugars and unhealthy fats can actually interfere with normal brain chemistry, making modern eating habits a factor in anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, and more. Nutritional deficiencies can contribute to chemical imbalances, like anemia and hypothyroidism, which in turn...
Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food. --Hippocrates A Different Way With tears in her eyes, Angela, a 45-year-old divorced mother of two teenagers, was in despair, as she sat across from me in my office." I'm totally exhausted, depressed, I'm not sleeping well, I have headaches, and no sex...
We’re hearing more and more about CBD lately, and there is often confusion between CBD and marijuana. When I first heard about CBD, I thought it was just a different delivery system for THC, as a means of getting high. No judgment about that, but I didn't really understand the...
When was the last time you had a truly great night’s sleep, where you woke up easily, refreshed, and ready to take on the day? Unfortunately for many people, this is rare. Most people, at some point in their lives, find it hard to fall asleep, and then to stay...
We’re hearing a lot more lately about the benefits of CBD. It offers a myriad of potential health benefits , from relieving pain and anxiety to enhancing sleep and relieving stress - and so much more! Despite its growing popularity, there is still a lot of misinformation out there. We'll dispel...
What Is CBD/Cannabidiol? A constituent of the cannabis plant, the cannabinoid, cannabidiol (pronounced can’na-bi-die’-ol) or CBD, is distinct from the better known tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the cannabinoid that can make you high. While both cannabinoids are derived from cannabis, by definition CBD comes from the hemp plant, which is bred to be taller...
It’s important to know how to choose your product. There are a lot of inferior CBDs on the market that don’t have what they claim is in it, or contain toxins from the soil that it’s grown in, or from the extraction process. Here’s a step-by-step guide to the factors to...
What you’ll learn: Why CBD can do so many seemingly unrelated things in the body What the endocannabinoid system is (ECS) How the ECS works to promote healing and calm in your body How the ECS protects the brain How CBD uses the ECS to bring your body back into...
What you’ll learn: What are EMFs How EMFs impact the body How to protect yourself from man-made EMFs Have you ever wondered how your brain communicates with your foot? Or how your heart beats? Or how your eyes are able to process the words you are reading right now? Yes, your...
What you’ll learn What is the Entourage Effect and why it is so powerful The differences between CBD isolate, full spectrum hemp oil extract, and broad spectrum , all generally referred to as CBD. It can be confusing! How to choose the best form of CBD for you In the world of holistic medicine...
What you’ll learn How GABA operates in the brain and body The role GABA plays in stress How supplemental GABA can reduce perceived stress When it comes to relieving worry and stress, GABA is the neurotransmitter you want to look at. Think of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) as your cellular brakes. This chemical...
