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The Endocannabinoid System of the Skin cannabinoid receptors endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids topicals Oct 29, 2023

Hosted by Kandice Hawes-Lopez - Cannabis Educator with guests Alisha Diaz

 

 

Discover the fascinating world of Cannabis skincare! Did you know that there are endocannabinoid receptors in skin cells, or that you can get systemic relief from transdermal and topical application?

Imagine lotions, salves, oils, sprays, and more, all infused with the power of Cannabis, working their...

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Cannabis Improved My Overall Wellness in My Journey From Suicidal Ideation to Actively Participating in Life's Challenges anxiety cbd depression pain testimonial thc Sep 07, 2023

Submitted by Bryan C. from Sioux Lookout, Ontario, Canada

THC, CBD and all related cannabinoids have greatly improved my overall wellness. I currently suffer severe anxiety from clinical depression as well as a herniated disk in my lower spine which will be surgically addressed soon.

 

It is wonderful to be alive

Cannabis improved my overall wellness in my journey from suicidal ideation to...

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Auriculotherapy Protocol and Cannabis for Addiction? addiction endocannabinoid system (ecs) harm reduction Sep 07, 2023

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

The ear is a microsystem of the body. There are over 200 auricular points on the surface of the ears that send messages from the brain through nerve pathways to the corresponding area(s) of imbalance to promote healing. Auriculotherapy is the stimulation of specific points on the ear with acupuncture needles, or less...

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How Cannabis Works In The Body (Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System, ECS) cannabinoid receptors cannabis cb1 cb2 cbd cbn endocannabinoid system (ecs) endocannabinoids thc Sep 06, 2023

Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. Discusses:

In this episode, Riley describes the different components of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and the reason why we have this system in the body.

Learning about the ECS can not only help you understand Cannabis better, but it is an important subject to learn as humans because this system is so important in the body.

 

About Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D.:

Dr....

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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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Dry Herb Vaporizing Cannabis: Unveiling Healthier and More Controlled Consumption harm reduction vaporization Sep 06, 2023

By Dr. Demetria Bates, DNP, FNP-BC, CCE

Smoking cannabis has been the primary consumption method for many decades, but in recent years cannabis consumers have been moving away from traditional smoking methods to dry herb vaporization. This transition is driven by scientific evidence that focuses on the various benefits of vaporizing cannabis.

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health suggests...

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In Defense of Being ‘Cali Sober’ opioid cessation Sep 05, 2023

This article is shared with the permission of Dr. Peter Grinspoon.

 

The phenomenon of being “Cali sober” is taking the recovery world by storm. It is defined as dedicating oneself to a life free of drugs and alcohol — except for cannabis and other psychedelics. (Though many consumers don’t think of cannabis as a psychedelic, policy experts often consider it one ...

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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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Relief From Chronic Pain and Opioid Addiction depression opioid cessation pain rso suicide Sep 04, 2023

Cannabis Health Radio Podcast Hosted by: Ian Jessop and Corrie Yelland

Shared with the generous permission of Cannabis Health Radio. This episode originally aired in April 2022.

 

In this episode, Over the course of his life, Sam Smith from Illinois has had 14 back surgeries—the first occurring when he was in high school. Subsequent work-related back issues resulted in a series...

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From Anxiety to Multiple Sclerosis Cannabis Reshaped My Life! anxiety bipolar depression multiple sclerosis (ms) ptsd seizures suicide Sep 04, 2023

Submitted by Mandy K. from Pennsylvania

I'm 37 years old. I'm From Pennsylvania. I've been dealing with PTSD, anxiety, depression, thoughts of suicide, bipolar, and multiple sclerosis.

 

The things I was dealing with when I started Cannabis were all mental issues

Depression that was so unreal I'd stay in bed for days at a time. I was anxious and could never relax; always felt as if...

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September 2023 Message from the Editors ecn team Sep 04, 2023

Welcome! Thank you for reading the Effective Cannabis Newsletter. Cannabis Coaches and Educators created this newsletter to inform you about how Cannabis works in the body. Each newsletter is carefully curated and has a specific theme that changes with every newsletter. For example, in our next issue, November 2023, we will explore Cannabis Topicals and Skin.


The key to success with medical...

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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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