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The Relationship Between CBD and Antipsychotic Effects

The Relationship Between CBD and Antipsychotic Effects

Researchers at King’s College in London have recently published a study that found that CBD reduces abnormal brain functions associated with psychosis.  Current medications for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder include Thorazine and Haldol, both of which have limited effectiveness and can have ...
The Relationship Between CBD and Parkinson’s Treatment

The Relationship Between CBD and Parkinson’s Treatment

Parkinson’s disease affects about 10 million people in the world, including around one million Americans [1]. Untreated Parkinson’s presents symptoms that significantly reduce the patient’s quality of life. Recent studies have found that cannabis medicine may help with Parkinson’s Disease sympto...
Is CBD a Superfood?

Is CBD a Superfood?

A superfood is a food that is considered to have superior nutritional content such as spinach, almonds, kale, blueberries, and acai [1]. Superfoods are known to prevent diseases, have anti-aging benefits, and improve your overall health and the way you feel. But, does CBD have these characterist...
The Relationship Between CBD and Diabetes Prevention

The Relationship Between CBD and Diabetes Prevention

In a world inundated with sugar and processed foods, Americans battle diseases caused by poor diet more than ever before. Diabetes is a disease that causes the body to process sugar improperly, which results in high blood sugar. High blood sugar can cause serious health effects, such as heart di...
The Relationship Between CBD and Hair Loss Prevention

The Relationship Between CBD and Hair Loss Prevention

Medical marijuana and particularly CBD are the hot topics right now from scientists to doctors, therapists to parents. With everyone claiming to have found some beneficial use for CBD, it is no wonder that CBD is now being looked at to prevent hair loss. Though there is no scientific evidence to...
CBD for Skincare

CBD for Skincare

Beauty comes from the inside but what about the outside? There are a lot of skincare products that potentially have beneficial effects on our skin, but which one do we pick? There are, of course, the natural skincare products known for their benefits such as aloe vera and coconut oil that are kn...
Cooking with CBD

Cooking with CBD

You are most likely familiar with the therapeutic effects that CBD (Cannabidiol) can have on symptoms such as anxiety, stress, chronic pains and much more but did you know that you can also put it in your meals to enhance its effects? Rich in amino and fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, CBD oil no...
CBD for Dogs, Is It Safe?

CBD for Dogs, Is It Safe?

CBD (Cannabidiol) is a substance found in cannabis or hemp plant. Cannabis (recreational drug) also contains various other cannabinoids including THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) which is the psychoactive component in cannabis. CBD on its own does not have a psychoactive effect and because of this, mo...
CBD for Anxiety

CBD for Anxiety

Anxiety disorders are an increasingly prevalent condition and the most common mental health disorder in America - an estimated 40 million U.S. adults (18.1%) report experiencing some type of anxiety disorder yearly [2]. According to a national poll by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), ...