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If you’re not giving yourself (or your lover) a rub-down with CBD oil, you’re not doing it right… But seriously; although our list of go-to relaxation techniques is long- staycations, warm baths, makeout sessions, Lizzo beats, a glass of red wine or a CBD mocktail– we think there are a few routines that stand out among the rest. We’re talking …
What happens when your doctor can’t pinpoint the exact source of your digestive issues? They usually slap a label on it and call it… Irritable Bowel Syndrome. In other words, they’ve deemed your digestive tract “irritable” and easily upset- and unfortunately, they can’t give you a good reason as to why that is. Because this issue is becoming so common, …
You may have heard the term “phytocannabinoids” before and wondered what in the world it meant (it’s kind of a mouthful). However, you’ve probably heard of THC and CBD (tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabidiol) which are both classified as phytocannabinoids. So exactly what are phytocannabinoids, and why do they matter? Keep reading to learn about phytocannabinoids and their importance for overall health …
When it comes to menopause, many women today are finding themselves completely and totally unprepared for the changes that are occurring in their bodies. While this is a normal, natural part of life—the support that has been available in decades past is, well—not that great. As the baby boomer generation starts to face this time in their lives, more and …
We have all experienced the feeling of being “stressed-out” at some point in our lives. However, in today’s society, where the burnout epidemic has become a daily reality for a lot of people, stress and anxiety have become a major issue. Anxiety disorders are now the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting about 40 million adults in the …
The fact is, the wonderful world of cannabis is expansive. Legalization for medicinal and recreational cannabis use is sweeping over the U.S., and the medical field is learning more and more, every single day, about the benefits, uses and effects of the cannabis and hemp plants. While there is so much we have yet to learn, what we do know …
What is the endocannabinoid system? The endocannabinoid system (ECS) plays a major role in balancing our bodies’ most important functions from sleep, to mood, to appetite, to bowel movements, and more. The ECS was discovered in the 1990’s when scientists were researching plant-like molecules, cannabinoids, produced by the human body. The ECS’s main role is to maintain bodily homeostasis – …
What is the endocannabinoid system? The Endocannabinoid system (ECS) plays a major role in balancing our bodies’ most important functions from sleep, to mood, to appetite, to bowel movements, and more. The ECS was discovered in the 1990’s when scientists were researching plant like molecules, cannabinoids, produced by the human body. The ECS’s main role is to maintain bodily homeostasis …