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What is a Cannabinoid (& How Do You Say It?): Intro to Phytocannabinoids and Endocannabinoids advocacy cannabinoids endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids Mar 31, 2024

 

Dr. Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. Discusses: 

Throughout her journey researching the Cannabis plant, she changed her mind on a lot of things, including the pronunciation of "Cannabinoid."

In this enlightening YouTube video, the emphasis is placed on the pronunciation of the word "Cannabinoid." The speaker shares her journey of adopting the pronunciation "Canna-bis" to honor and acknowledge...

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Embodied Wellness: Holistic Approach to Exercise, Recovery, and Self-Care cannabinoids cbd cbg terpenes thc Feb 08, 2024

Host: Debi Wimberley - Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter with Guest Kyona, a Board Certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor, Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist, Auriculotherapy Practitioner, Entheogenic Support Guide, and Cannabis Educator

 

In this insightful interview, Kyona, alongside host Debi Wimberley dive into the dynamic world of holistic wellness. Together, they explore the...

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Dispelling Myths: Why CBD Alone Isn't the Whole Picture for Wellness advocacy alpha-pinene anxiety cannabinoids cbd cbda cbg depression inflamation limonene linalool neuroprotective pain seniors stigma terpenes thc thca Nov 29, 2023

By John Malanca Cannabis Advocate and Educator

 

There is a stubborn stigma surrounding Cannabis and it no longer is simply that Cannabis has no merit or is an entrance drug, but that the non-intoxicating cannabinoid, CBD, is ALL you need for health, wellness, and other ailments which is not totally true.

While CBD is a wonderful, major cannabinoid and something I take daily, other...

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Can Cannabis and Breast Milk Help Skin cannabinoid receptors cannabinoids endocannabinoids inflammation receptors topicals Oct 31, 2023

Dr. Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. Discusses:

 

In this short and insightful video, Dr. Riley D. Kirk, Ph. D. dives into the fascinating subject of using Cannabis and breast milk as topical solutions for skin care. This unconventional approach may offer surprising skincare advantages. The video discusses the effectiveness of these natural topicals in addressing a wide range of...

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Clearing The Path to Radiant Skin: Harnessing The Power of Cannabis Topicals for Acne Treatment cannabinoid receptors cannabinoids cb1 cb2 cbc cbd cbg thcv topicals Oct 31, 2023

By Dr. Demetria Bates, DNP, FNP-BC, CCE, and Health Coach

 

Cannabis topicals are products infused with cannabinoids derived from the Cannabis plant, such as CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). These topicals are designed for external use that offer medicinal therapeutic properties of Cannabis without the intoxicating effects commonly associated with its consumption.

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What Topical Cannabinoids Are and their Benefits for Seniors arthritis cannabinoids inflammation pain seniors topicals Oct 29, 2023

By: Shoshana Church, MPAS, PA-C, Certified Cannabis Educator, Coach and Aromatherapist

 

What Are Topical Cannabinoids?

First, let’s understand what cannabinoids are. Cannabinoids are compounds found in the Cannabis plant that interact with our body’s endocannabinoid system. These compounds can either be ingested or applied topically. The most well-known cannabinoid in the...

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Cannabis as a Harm Reduction Tool cannabinoids cannabis harm reduction Sep 06, 2023

By William Brown, Certified Cannabis Educator

Harm reduction is an evidence-based approach that aims to reduce the negative consequences of substance use and improve the health and well-being of people who use drugs. One of the strategies of harm reduction (1) is to offer safer alternatives (2) to more harmful substances, such as opioids, alcohol, cocaine, or nicotine. Cannabis may,...

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Cannabis Reality: Pill Reduction with Dr. Blair anxiety cannabinoids ecs ptsd Sep 05, 2023

Robert Head and Dr. Phillip Blair Discuss Medical Cannabis and The Effects on The Body To Enable Significantly Reducing Pills

Shared with the generous permission of Hemp for Victory. 

In the latest episode of Cannabis Reality, we have a conversation with Dr. Philip Blair, who holds a degree from West Point and has retired from the Army as a Colonel. Dr. Blair has spent a decade...

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Empowering Wellness: Navigating Medical Cannabis in Harm Reduction alcohol cessation anxiety cannabinoids cbd harm reduction nausea opioid cessation pain receptors sleep thc Sep 03, 2023

Hosted By: Debi Wimberley - Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter with Guest Yakima Palmer, an MSNM, RHIA, CPC, Certified Cannabis Educator and Coach

Listen in as two experienced medical Cannabis Educators discuss the never-ending impact of substance use, both prescribed and illicit. They reveal how cannabinoid therapies are an effective treatment to...

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My Experience with Cannabis as an Acute Treatment for Covid-19 Pandemic anxiety cannabinoids cbd cbda cbg cbga covid endocannabinoid system (ecs) thc thca Aug 08, 2023

By: Alex Mitchell, Integrative Life and Cannabis Coach

 

Cannabis can be used for so many health issues. It’s really an amazingly adaptive plant medicine. For me, that was so apparent during the pandemic. Not only was I using it to overcome anxiety and depression (1) but also for an acute need when I got Covid in early 2021.

 

Navigating Risks: Allowing Social Interaction...

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My Top 5 Self-Care Modalities for Acute Care cannabinoids cbd cbda endocannabinoid system (ecs) self-care thc tinctures vaporization Aug 07, 2023

By Kyona,  Board Certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor, and Cannabis Educator

 

Ayurveda is an ancient, complete system of holistic medicine that addresses all aspects of health. It teaches us to pay attention to our (whole)selves, respect nature, and appreciate all qualities of life.

I am a self-care facilitator. I see the world through an Ayurvedic lens, always looking to define...

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Is There Enough Evidence to Support The Use Of CBD/Cannabis For Acute Illness? asthma cannabinoids cb1 cbd cbg edibles endocannabinoids inflammation tincture Aug 04, 2023

By: Shoshana Church, MPAS, PA-C, Certified Cannabis Educator, Coach and Aromatherapist 

 

Examples of Acute Illnesses

Most of us have experienced a wide range of acute illnesses during our lifetime. From ear infections to sore throats, or asthma flare-ups, we've all been there. While most cases of sore throats are caused by viruses, with strep being the exception, it's often...

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