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. The symptoms can fluctuate in intensity, location and duration. Fatigue, sleep disturbances cognitive difficulties (memory problems or thinking clearly) and stiffness are the … Read more
Maybe you’re an avid athlete or even a weekend athlete. Or not an athlete at all. When you physically overdo or change your routine, chances are you’ve felt the sting of using your body in ways you’re not accustomed to. Joint pain, achy muscles, tightness—all of these can be side effects of hard work. You … Read more
Sometimes, and for various reasons, nerve cells become damaged, sending pain signals even if there isn’t a reason for pain. When that occurs, a person can feel constant pain, tingling, numbness, balance problems, temperature sensitivity, and discomfort or pain from touching objects. This condition is known as peripheral neuropathy. Although there are medications available for … Read more
OK, I know the verdict is still out on that question. The answer, also, depends on whom you ask. For people who will only try evidence-based treatments, the answer is no. Think FDA, government, you catch my drift. For many of the people who have tried it for various conditions, the answer is often yes. … Read more
The Food and Drug Administration is helping the United Nations figure out how to categorize cannabidiol (CBD). I’ve used this blog as a means to tout the benefits of CBD many times. Even have wondered whether the FDA would ever get on board to study the value. It seemed especially impossible in light of the … Read more
I’ve mentioned before in this blog space that humans have active cannabinoid receptors in what’s called the endocannabinoid system. Located throughout the body and brain, they regulate appetite, mood, pain and memory. We strengthen these receptors when we introduce CBD-infused products, which help kick up our ability to process and use CBD for health benefits. … Read more
In this blog, you’ve read a lot about hemp and CBD. But, it occurred to me that I’ve never really explained what hemp is, and why it’s so valuable. So, here goes. First things first, hemp is not marijuana; it’s a distant cousin. Hemp is nonpsychoactive, which means you can’t get high when using it. … Read more
Nerve pain. It can take over your life physically and emotionally. But pain could be managed safely with CBD-infused products. Opioids, the most common product prescribed for chronic pain, has a whole raft of problems, not the least of which is addiction and potential death. Not exactly a comforting option. CBD products are an option … Read more
Those who suffer from chronic pain often feel helpless and discouraged when trying to manage their pain. Anxiety, depression and sleeplessness become a way of life, adding to the pain. According to studies, CBD could be an alternative to dangerous medication that can be addicting. More research needs to be done, but researchers who have … Read more
I know that I recently wrote a blog that featured news clips about hemp and CBD. I’m going to do it again. But first I want to tell you about a fascinating book I read recently. The title is “Lab Girl,” written by scientist Hope Jahren. Her thing is plants. In it she talked about … Read more