One in five adults in the U.S. live with daily chronic pain, with their backs, hips, knees, and feet being the most commonly affected body parts. Living with chronic pain can severely limit your ability to carry out daily activities, such as working, spending time with loved ones, or even just keeping up with your […]
The Science & Mystery Behind CBD
Everywhere you look, the infamous acronym “CBD” has plastered itself. From head shops and headlines to the shelves of grocery stores and gas stations alike, you can’t seem to turn your head without locking eyes with the cannabinoid. Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the many compounds found in cannabis plants. More specifically, it’s a non-psychoactive […]
How Hemp-Derived Products Can Improve General Health and Wellness
Although hemp and marijuana are technically the same plant, both have unique properties and uses. While marijuana contains higher concentrations of the psychoactive component THC, hemp does not. Hemp also has industrial value and may be manufactured into fiber, fuel, paper, and more. You can use hemp in various ways while marijuana has two basic […]
What Is CBD Bioavailability, and Why Does It Matter?
The term “bioavailability” refers to the rate and degree a substance is absorbed by the bloodstream. CBD bioavailability takes into account how much unchanged CBD reaches the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and other body systems for use in the target organ. For instance, CBD can be used by the muscular organ system to relieve muscle pain. The ECS is […]
Endocannabinoids & Phytocannabinoids –Your Endocannabinoid System
People around the world have enjoyed the benefits of the cannabis plant for millennia. Only in the past few decades, though, have scientists begun to understand how cannabis produces its effects. CBD certainly is not a new discovery, though there is still much to be discovered. Scientists are working to learn more about how broad, full, […]
Distinguishing the Difference Between Hemp and Marijuana: Why It’s Important
Humans have a long history with cannabis that dates back to the prehistoric era. Though the plant originated in Tibet, its cultivation has since spread throughout the world. The Cannabis Sativa species produces both hemp and marijuana plants. We distinguish a hemp plant from a marijuana plant according to the amount of tetrahydrocannabinol or THC […]