Blog

Empowered from Within: The Role of Cannabis Suppositories in Women's Health anxiety cancer cannabinoids cbd chronic pain endocannabinoid system (ecs) endometriosis entourage effect flavonoids inflammation linalool menopause menstrual cramps migraines myrcene pain stress suppositories terpenes thc Mar 04, 2025

 

By Jay Jay O’Brien C.H. ACCE Certified Cannabis Health Coach & Educator

 

The Feminine Flow

From menstruation to menopause, women spend their lives managing hormonal fluctuations, enduring pain, battling inflammation, and adapting to the physical and emotional toll that comes with each stage.
From cramps and migraines to mood swings and hot flashes, Mother Nature has offered women a lifetime ...

Continue Reading...
Cannabis and Other Plant-based Medicines Have Helped Me Live a Prescription and Opioid Free Life for Nearly 15 Years anxiety beta-caryophyllene cbd edibles linalool migraines myrcene opioid cessation pain stigma terpenes testimonial thc traumatic brain injury (tbi) Jan 04, 2025

Submitted by Otha S. from Annapolis, Maryland

I am 43 years old, from Annapolis, Maryland. I was suffering from a head injury, anxiety, and back pain for 16 years.

 

In 2006, I was involved in a serious car accident that nearly took my life

I fell asleep at the wheel and was ejected from the car, landing on my head and upper back. I suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) as a result and was l...

Continue Reading...
Tracking Your Cannabis Use as Medicine: Why It Matters cannabinoids cbd cbg limonene myrcene pinene terpenes thc Sep 27, 2024

 

By Angel Johansen - Certified Cannabis Educator

 

Cannabis has taken the health and wellness industry by storm, and it's no wonder. As more research emerges, so do the benefits of using Cannabis for various therapeutic purposes. To maximize these benefits, understanding how Cannabis affects you personally is essential. That's where tracking your Cannabis with the use of a journal becomes cruc...

Continue Reading...
Redefining Cannabis: Moving Beyond Indica, Sativa, and Hybrid cannabinoids cbd limonene linalool myrcene terpenes thc Sep 27, 2024

 

By William Brown, Certified Cannabis Educator

 

This article is meant to help one describe the effects of Cannabis more accurately than using the terms "indica," "sativa," or "hybrid'.

In my humble opinion, it is more effective to highlight the (specific) chemical components of the plant, particularly cannabinoids and terpenes. These compounds have a direct influence on how Cannabis affects ...

Continue Reading...
Empowering Solutions: Cannabis Tackles Autism and Neurological Challenges advocacy autism beta-caryophyllene cbn inflammation linalool myrcene neurological pain sleep thca May 06, 2024

 Host: Debi Wimberley - Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter with Guest Janna Champagne BCMH, DMCS, BSN, RN (RET)

 

In this episode, join us for an insightful conversation with Janna Champagne, this month's Effective Cannabis Newsletter Guest Editor, as we delve into the benefits of medical Cannabis and its applications in treating neurological conditions.

The conversation underscore...

Continue Reading...
Cannabis and Grief: Unveiling the Green Path to Healing alpha-pinene beta-caryophyllene cbd cbg ecs grief limonene myrcene self-care Aug 09, 2023

 

By Michelle Diston - Certified Cannabis Coach

 

Grief comes in many different forms. It could be the death of a loved one, the end of a meaningful relationship, or a major life change. The duration of grief varies significantly from person to person and is influenced by several factors. There is no right or wrong way to grieve and it is important to allow the grieving process to unfold natura...

Continue Reading...
My Multi-Cannabinoid "Bliss" Cookies Helped Keep Me Stable When I Quit Antidepressants for Good beta-caryophyllene candida cbd cbg depression mindfulness myrcene testimonial thc yoga May 04, 2023

Submitted by Michelle D. from Ontario, Canada

 

I am 47 years old and have been dealing with depression for over 20 years.

 

The constant negative thoughts…

It kept me stuck in my self-doubt and continued self-sabotage. I felt like a failure and worthless. The continued depression caused gut issues, including Candida and Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO). These issues further cause...

Continue Reading...
Medical Cannabis Improved My Quality of Life in Ways that No Doctor Has Been Able to in Over Three Decades alpha-pinene beta-caryophyllene complex regional pain syndrome (crps) copd fibromyalgia humulene inflammation limonene linalool lungs mac lung disease myrcene opioid cessation pain testimonial Apr 13, 2023

Submitted by Debi W. from Arizona

 

Here it is, 2023. At 65 years old, living in Arizona. I have been living with Asthma, Thalassemia Minor all my life, Osteoarthritis, and Fibromyalgia, for over three decades, CRPS, and COPD, for 28 years, and Mac Lung Disease for seven years. I am happy to report that since I started utilizing cannabinoid therapies in 2016, I have not accumulated any new medic...

Continue Reading...
Cannabis & Chronic Pain: A Brief Overview of Chronic Pain & Ways In Which It May Be Managed alpha-pinene beta-caryophyllene cbc cbd cbda cbg cbn dose layering limonene linalool myrcene pain terpenes terpineol terpinolene thc thca Dec 28, 2022

PDF by Erik Bowen, Doctor of Pharmacy, and Illume Cannabis Wellness Founder

 

Click the image below to view a PDF presentation excerpted from a presentation by Dr. Bowen

 

 

Dr. Erik Bowen is a former pain management patient. He knows that Cannabis is a very misunderstood plant, partly because of the stigma/politics surrounding its use. THC is but ONE component of the plant, but is the one ...

Continue Reading...
THE EFFECTIVE CANNABIS NEWSLETTER

Want Reliable Information on Medical Cannabis Every Month?

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter with rotating topics

            You're safe with us. We will never spam you or sell your contact info.