Last week I told you about big name clothiers using hemp for their garments. A big reason they do so is because of hemp’s sustainability. I think even if climate change were a hoax (and I don’t believe it is, but just for the sake of argument, let’s play this out) we would want to … Read more
Did you know that some pretty high-end clothing manufacturers are using hemp for their clothing lines? Here’s why. It’s fashionable, durable, versatile, cost-effective and eco-friendly. In fact, hemp beats cotton hands down with these benefits: It absorbs and releases perspiration quickly and breathes well It absorbs dye easily and retains color well It holds up … Read more
Vitamin D deficiency is a thing. Really. In fact, the International Journal of Health Sciences calls it an ignored epidemic. How did that happen you ask? Well, we first need to look at the most efficient way your body gets vitamin D. Sunlight. Yep, you stand in the sun and your body makes vitamin D … Read more
With Valentine’s Day approaching, you are probably wondering what to give to the love of your life. And I think you can do that just fine without my help and will leave you to ponder that. Instead, I really want to talk about you. It’s great to show your Valentine some love, but do you … Read more
Just a few things this plant can do.
Pain. It’s, well, a pain. When it becomes chronic and intense, pain can take over and get in the way of even the most everyday activities. Hence, the opioid crisis. But, there have been studies that show CBD can help manage chronic pain. Researchers have noted that CBD seems to have a positive effect on … Read more
I suppose it could be considered trite to say “what a year 2017 has been,” but I’m nothing if not trite. This has been a year. It was the best of years, it was the worst of years. OK, Dickens I’m not. I’m sure I could call out a litany of instances that made 2017 … Read more
This report is on the best-seller list of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. The full title of the report is The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids: The Current State of Evidence and Recommendations for Research. This surge in interest is kind of a big deal because it’s obvious people want accurate … Read more
Symptoms of SAD, or seasonal anxiety 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 the season. Signs and symptoms of SAD may … Read more
Not all CBD topicals are created equal. Before we go any further, let’s be clear; we’re talking about products you apply to your body, not products you ingest. You should also know that just because a cream or ointment contains a high CBD content and an inflated price doesn’t mean it’s really, really good. You … Read more