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Throwing a Bone to Cancer Pain cancer cannabinoid receptors cb1 cb2 chronic regional pain syndrome (crps) ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) inflamation opioid cessation thc vaporization Mar 30, 2024

By Jay Jay O'Brien Certified Cannabis Wellness Coach and Educator

 

The knives pincushioning my lower back and spine tickled in comparison to the twisting of the sword wedged between my ribcage. Piercing pain spread throughout my crippled legs, hips, lower back, and spine as every breath tightened like a vice squeezing the air out of my cancer-stricken lungs.

The task of taking a step...

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Journey with Autoimmune Disorders, Caregiving, and the Role of Medical Cannabis advocacy autoimmune disease caregiver cbd endocannabinoid system (ecs) lyme disease migraines pain self-care thc Mar 05, 2024

 

Host: Debi Wimberley - Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter with Guest Terese Bowors Certified Cannabis Coach

In this interview, Terese discusses her experience managing autoimmune disorders for over 15 years, highlighting the unique challenges faced by both herself and her family members who also have autoimmune conditions. She offers valuable insights into the complexities...

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The Inflammatory Path to Disease autoimmune disease cancer ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) entourage effect inflammation Mar 05, 2024

By Jay Jay O'Brien Certified Cannabis Wellness Coach and Educator

 

In each article here at the Effective Cannabis Newsletter, I try to write from my personal experience. For this edition on Autoimmune Disease, I would have loved to share about Cannabis for Type 1 Diabetes, an autoimmune disease that we’ve been living within our home since my then 2, and now almost 15-year-old son...

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Dr. David Allen Educates Discovery of the Endocannabinoid System advocacy autoimmune disease cancer diabetes endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids homeostasis Mar 05, 2024

 

 

 

Dr. David Allen Retired Cardiac Surgeon

In this video, Dr. David Allen, a retired cardiac surgeon and member of the International Cannabinoid Research Society (ICRS), discusses the discovery of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and its significance in medicine. 

Discovered approximately 30 years ago, the ECS is a chemical communication system in the body responsible for...

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Connecting More Dots: Nikki Lawley's Journey Beyond TBI to Uncover Breast Implant Illness advocacy autoimmune disease endocannabinoid system (ecs) inflammation traumatic brain injury (tbi) Mar 05, 2024

Hosted by Michelle Diston - Certified Cannabis Coach with Guest Nikki Lawley

 

In this profound follow-up interview with Nikki Lawley, we delve deeper into her inspiring journey of healing and self-discovery. Last year, we discussed how Cannabis significantly improved her quality of life following a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Today, Nikki shares another critical chapter of her health...

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Cannabis Helped My Chronic Pain and Symptoms Caused by Fibromyalgia cbd cbda depression endocannabinoid system (ecs) fibromyalgia pain sleep testimonial thc Mar 04, 2024

Submitted by Tiffany G. from Michigan

I am 44 years old from Michigan and I've been dealing with Fibromyalgia for 10 years.

 

The challenge I faced was navigating intense pain

It hurt when I would walk, I could feel the shock of my feet hitting the floor with each step I took. The shock ran from my feet all the way up my leg to my pelvic area. I also couldn't sleep. I would just lay awake...

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A Pharmacists Role in the Cannabis Industry with Dr. Codi Peterson advocacy ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) Mar 04, 2024

 

Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. with Special Guest Dr. Codi Peterson Pharmacists

This episode is all about the pharmacist's role in the Cannabis industry.

Dr. Peterson is a researcher and educator in the Cannabis industry and works as a clinical pharmacist in California.

In this episode, we talk about the pharmacist's role in the ever-changing Cannabis industry, CHS, what drugs Cannabis is...

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The Science behind Cannabis and Exercise: Is Cannabis a Performance Enhancing Drug? ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) terpenes thc Feb 09, 2024

Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. Discusses Exercise with Researcher Dr. Angela Brian 

 

In this interview segment, the discussion revolves around the relationship between Cannabis use and various types of physical activity. The interviewee shares findings from 2 research studies that have been conducted on exercise with the inclusion of Cannabis. The conversation also touches on...

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Cannabis Brought Me Back to Life After a Terminal Cancer Diagnosis.....TWICE advocacy cancer endocannabinoid system (ecs) entourage effect Feb 06, 2024

By Jay Jay O'Brien Certified Cannabis Wellness Coach and Educator

As I mentioned in my last article, as an ECN Advocate, I’m here shining light on the benefits of Cannabis for cancer. I’m doing so because of the tremendous success I’ve had on my own cancer healing journey, one that continues 4 years after a Stage 4 terminal lung cancer diagnosis.

For months leading up to...

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Empowering Health Advocacy: Dare to Embrace Uniqueness | Debi Wimberley | TEDxBergenCountyAcademies advocacy endocannabinoid system (ecs) Jan 04, 2024

By Debi Wimberley, Certified Cannabis Educator and Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter

In the summer of 2022, my ambition was to secure a TEDx platform to illuminate the pivotal role of the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) in one's health. Fast forward to September 14, 2023, when I found myself addressing students at TEDx Bergen County Academies in Hackensack, New Jersey. Speaking to...

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Cannabis Stigma Leads To Isolation and Increased Risk of Harm In High-Needs Medical Patients advocacy anxiety ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) stigma Nov 29, 2023

By Miyabe Shields, Ph.D.

 

The first time I inhaled that sweet cheeba was the first time I felt like my life could possibly, just maybe, with a lot of effort (and with a lot of weed), be doable. The quieting of my mind, the warmth from laughing until I cried, and the way the In N’ Out fries exploded in my cheeks left a lasting impression. But paired with that joyous experience was...

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Unlocking the Healing Power of Cannabis Topicals: Nurturing Your Skin Naturally bisabolol cbd cbg chronic regional pain syndrome (crps) ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) geraniol humulene inflammation linalool neuroprotective phytol receptors terpenes terpinolene thc topicals Nov 01, 2023

By Debi Wimberley Certified Cannabis Educator and Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter

 

Have you ever found yourself lost in the vast world of skin care products, wondering which one holds the key to your skin’s happiness? From rashes and acne, burns and cuts to dry or wrinkled skin, choices can be overwhelming. But what if there’s a natural solution hidden in plain...

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