Using CBD to Manage Pain
As with all things in the world of CBD, it’s important to note that formal research is ongoing, and that there’s much we still don’t understand about how CBD works in the human body. However, ear…
Third-Party Lab Testing
Reputable CBD manufacturers make it a point to have all of their products third-party lab tested prior to packaging and sale. And it makes sense: third-party lab testing is important, especially given…
The Science of Cannabinoid Receptors
What are Cannabinoid Receptors Cannabinoid receptors are one of the most important parts of the endocannabinoid system (ECS), which itself is responsible for regulating an impressive number of impor…
The Entourage Effect
When taken together, the many chemical compounds found in cannabis can synergize, enhancing and altering each others’ effects. The precise interactions between these compounds are not yet fully und…
CBD and Mental Health
In the United States alone, 1 in 5 people actively suffer from some sort of mental health disorder or other mental health-related issues. That’s 20% of the U.S. population, over 65 million individuals…
Is CBD Good For Pets?
Modern pet lovers will tell you: CBD for pets is all the rage, offering a variety of benefits to our four-legged friends. However, few formal studies on the efficacy of CBD in mammals — other than…
Does CBD Have Side Effects?
One conundrum you’ll undoubtedly encounter while exploring the ever-expanding world of CBD oils and related treatments is whether or not CBD has any side effects. For starters, CBD is a non-intoxicati…
CBD and The Body: The ECS
Believe it or not, our bodies actually produce their own kinds of cannabinoids. These cannabinoids are referred to as endogenous cannabinoids, or endocannabinoids for short, and they play largely t…
