Fibromyalgia is one of those chronic conditions that pretty much has everyone flummoxed. No one seems to know what causes it or how to treat it effectively. Oh, and there’s no cure. According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, in the United States about 5 million adults aged 18 years or … Read more
I’ve written about arthritis before but focused more on arthritis in general. Today let’s look at rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Nearly 54 million adults and 300,000 children in the United States have been diagnosed with RA, according to the arthritis foundation. There are two distinct types of arthritis: Rheumatoid arthritis: An autoimmune disease that attacks joints, … Read more
It’s a new year, and if you have made a resolution to improve your fitness, you may want to check out a new potential partner: CBD. Whether you’re new to your fitness game or ready to move to the next level, here are some reasons to consider CBD. Why CBD for fitness? At the risk … Read more
Symptoms of SAD, or seasonal affective disorder, usually start to show up in fall, with the waning of sunlight. It’s a seasonal depression that can start in autumn and last throughout the winter. It can be especially problematic during the dark, gray days so often associated with winter. Signs and symptoms of SAD may include: … Read more
Migraines are more than just headaches; they can also include nausea, vomiting, changes in vision, and more. Migraines affect nearly 36 million individuals annually. If you are one of them, you know how debilitating a migraine can be. Although they are common, little is known about the cause. A migraine can be triggered by bright … Read more
Today’s blog will outline the entourage effect for CBD products. First, you’ll probably ask, what is an entourage effect? Well, glad you asked. Next you might ask, why should I care? Also, a great question. Let’s take them one at a time. What is the entourage effect? Essentially, the entourage effect is when all the … Read more
You know what’s going to be hot in 2020? CBD oil and CBD products. If you resolve to improve your health, there’s good news. Trends for better health in 2020 often cite CBD. Why? Well, it’s everywhere, so it’s easy to obtain. It has few or no side effects. It’s affordable. It certainly isn’t boring—you … Read more
CBD and seniors seem to go together like, peanut butter and jelly, turkey and dressing, bread and butter. OK, I think you get the picture. Why do I say that? According to a recent Gallup poll, almost one in five people over age 50 use a CBD topicals or oil. Why the enthusiasm? CBD is … Read more
CBD and seniors seem to go together like, peanut butter and jelly, turkey and dressing, bread and butter. OK, I think you get the picture. Why do I say that? According to a recent Gallup poll, almost one in five people over age 50 use a CBD topicals or oil. Why the enthusiasm? CBD is … Read more
Crohn’s, one of a collection of conditions that make up irritable bowel disease, has gotten more attention from researchers recently. There seems to be an interest in treating this autoimmune disease with cannabis or CBD. Crohn’s, like other inflammatory bowel conditions, can include symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, weight loss, fatigue, anemia and digestive … Read more