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

Introduction

My first visit to a Cannabis dispensary was surreal. The front waiting area resembled a doctor’s office. I checked in with my MMJ card ID, surrounded by people in business suits, t-shirts, high heels, and sneakers. Everyone was smiling. When my name was called, my caregiver...

By: Mike Robinson, Global Cannabis Educator and Creator of ECS Balance Control

Have you ever wondered how our bodies handle the intense feeling of fear or manage the lingering sense of anxiety? The answer lies within an incredible system in our body known as the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). The ECS is like a quiet conductor of an orchestra, ensuring that our bodies maintain a...

Submitted by Jabria C. from Richmond, VA

I am 30 years old, from Richmond, VA, and have been dealing with ADHD pretty much my whole life but especially for the past 10 years

The inability to follow through on tasks led to self-judgment and a sense of being broken

I found myself unable to focus on tasks, constantly getting distracted, and jumping from one thing to another without...

By Angel Johansen Certified Cannabis Educator

My journey with a herniated disk was not just a physical trial but also a profound test of resilience. The pain was relentless, affecting every aspect of my life. It robbed me of the simple joys of playing with my granddaughter and participating in exercise and social activities. We even went through three mattresses, searching for one to...

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...

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...

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...

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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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...

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,...