Category: Cannabis Science
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THC-O: Another Designer Cannabinoid
*Updated: Mar 15, 2020 Cannabis, or hemp, is one of the oldest, yet most misunderstood, medicines utilized by humans today. Along with the cultivated hop (used in beer), cannabis is part of the botanical family of Cannabaceae, and is thought to have originated in Asia over 5,000 years ago. The capabilities to determine whether cannabis was […]
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How do I know if I need CBG?
CBG that can potentially help patients with some of the most difficult to treat diseases like ALS and Parkinson’s disease.
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The “New” Cannabinoids
delta-8-THC Naturally occurs in very low amounts in hemp Produced from CBD in hemp using a chemical solvent Relaxation without a high (although higher dosages may produce a high feeling) FDA reports adverse events including vomiting, hallucinations, trouble standing, and loss of consciousness. Some products, like vapes, can be extremely sedating Currently legal in most […]
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The Latest on Cannabis for Neuropathy
I recently did a podcast with Jonathan Geiman of “The Joe Health Show”, a program designed to inform and educate on the mechanics of food and other supplements for the body. It ended up being a fantastic conversation, which happens when the host asks well-informed questions. Jonathan and I covered the topic of cannabis […]
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Changes Are On the Horizon!
Life is constant change. For the past couple of months, I have begun working with a fantastic cannabis company and have found myself extra, EXTRA busy. Since I am a painfully slow writer, my blogging has suffered. The good news is that I have never read more books in my life than in the […]
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How to Micro-Dose with Cannabis
The endocannabinoid system, the most prolific receptor system that is responsible for a myriad of human functions, is actually a balancing act. There is a theory, put forth by Dr. Ethan Russo, where a lack of cannabinoids can result in the development of several diseases that current pharmacology has historically had difficulty treating. Among these […]
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Why Do We Inhale Medications?
What exactly happens when we inhale a medication? The news is full of horror stories about the dangers associated with inhaling cannabis vapes, so why not end the debate and administer cannabis either under the tongue or as an edible? Is inhalation really needed to use cannabis properly? The short answer is yes. Inhalation of […]
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How to Properly & Effectively Dose CBD
*Updated March 14, 2020 I have been helping a 74-year-old woman, Evelyn, who has been living with rheumatoid arthritis for the past 40 years navigate the medical cannabis market in her state. Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol (CBD Oil) chemical formula. Growing premium cannabis products. Influence (positive and negative) of smoking marijuana on human brain, nervous […]
