First-time CBD users understandably have a lot of questions – and, sometimes, reservations – regarding what they’ll experience the first time they try CBD. Here, we’ll endeavor to prepare you for what to expect and how you can make your CBD journey as rewarding and fulfilling as possible. What Is CBD and how does it […]
We’ve all been there – you lay in bed, counting sheep, tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep. Or you wake up throughout the night frequently, missing out on the deepest, most restorative sleep. Whatever pattern your disordered sleep schedule follows, the effect is that you emerge from bed the next day with symptoms ranging […]
Among all of CBD’s many potentially health-boosting benefits, its neuroprotective properties perhaps stand out most. In this science-based review, we’ll explore the particular potential benefits of CBD for protecting memory and how to choose the right CBD product to maximize the benefit for your brain health. After learning about the neuroprotective properties of CBD for […]
If you grew up around the turn of the century or slightly before (i.e., a millennial or Gen X-er), you might remember D.A.R.E.-style propaganda campaigns designed to frighten children into never touching cannabis (along with other substances banned by the federal government). One of the primary tools in the anti-cannabis toolbox was the (now proven […]
Cannabis has remained a Schedule 1 narcotic under federal law – a categorization for the most dangerous drugs (shared with heroin and MDMA aka ecstasy) that “have no currently accepted medical use in the United States, a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision, and a high potential for abuse” – since Richard […]
Pinene – a particular variety of health-promoting compounds called terpenes found in the cannabis plant – may have a lot to offer users beyond its trademark, and sometimes overwhelming, pine scent. Here, we’ll dive into the science behind pinene in particular, and terpenes in general, that you might consider when picking out your next cannabis […]
CBD comes in many forms, including products designed for surface application to the skin, hair, or lips. CBD products that fall into this category are called “topicals.” However, as we will explore here, not all CBD topicals are created equal. Whether you are interested in Sympleaf CBD Sunscreen, Sympleaf Hand & Body Lotion, or Sympleaf […]
In terms of health applications, cannabidiol oil (or CBD oil for short) has been heavily studied and can be considered the most thoroughly vetted cannabis derivative. Here we’ll focus on the potential antioxidant benefits of one particular cannabinoid known as 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG) and how a high-quality CBD supplement can facilitate its antioxidant activity in vivo. […]
To date, CBD (“cannabidiol” in long-form) is the single most potent cannabis compound that researchers have isolated to research its potential health benefits. Here, we will cover how long it takes to experience the multiple potentially beneficial mental and physical health effects of CBD, how long they last, and the timeframe that CBD remains in […]
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) – along with a host of other neurodegenerative conditions that impact brain health – is nothing short of a public health catastrophe in the United States. According to the CDC, 5.8 million Americans suffer from the condition. So far, no known cure for AD has been developed. However, multiple therapies – including […]
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