Have you heard of CBD? Chances are that you have over the past year or so, but there’s plenty of confusion around what CBD is and whether it’s actually marijuana. In short, it isn’t. Cannabidiol (CBD) is a compound extracted from the cannabis plant, often the hemp plant, which is part of the cannabis genus. Cannabidiols don’t have hallucinogenic properties; it's cannabis’s ... Continue Reading
8 Proven CBD Oil Health Benefits You Should Know About
CBD oil is a natural remedy derived from the cannabis plant. Research shows that certain compounds can be beneficial for health, without getting you "high". This post from Diet v.s. Disease, written by Stephanie Garr, highlights 8 science-backed benefits of cannabis-based CBD oil the government won’t tell you about! CBD oil is a natural remedy derived from the cannabis ... Continue Reading
Is Cannabis Better Than Prescription Drugs for These Ailments?
Cannabis is a flowering plant that grows in temperate parts of the world. It’s a psychoactive plant containing chemicals that affect the human brain and body. You may have also heard of hemp, which is a form of cannabis, but it doesn’t have the same psychoactive effects as other varieties. Whilst it’s been illegal in many states and frowned upon as a recreational drug, ... Continue Reading
Is Cannabis A Help or Hindrance to Healthy Bones?
Researchers in Israel studied the effect of CBD, a compound of cannabis, on the strengthening of bones and healing of fractures. Their findings might lead to more research on the role cannabis can play in the treatment of osteoporosis. In this post from Civilized learn how marijuana affects your bones. We know the many different conditions marijuana can treat. Anything from ... Continue Reading
The Top 10 Alternative Medicine Trends of 2015
The growing importance, and prevalence, of alternative medical practices suggest alternative medicine has come of age. This post from Healthcare Global reviews the top ten emerging trends in alternative medicine. It’s official, about a third of Americans seek alternative medicine out in lieu of their doctor’s office when it comes to their health – at least according to the ... Continue Reading
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