There are many misconceptions worldwide about CBD. The legality of CBD oil in certain countries is unclear, even though CBD contains .3 or less of Delta 9 THC unless the CBD is isolated. One of these countries is Egypt, which ironically has a rich history of using cannabis for medical treatment, religious rituals, and fabric production. How did Ancient Egypt use cannabis in their everyday lives? Read on to find out!
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The History of CBD: Mummies and Medicine
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Healing the Earth: How CBD Farming Is Renewing the Environment
True environmental sustainability means more than just recycling or taking your green bags to the grocery store. Healing the earth means healing the soil itself, reducing greenhouse gases, and laying down strong roots. There is one crop that is doing all three, while also growing a new green industry.
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CBD and Tinnitus – Researchers Study Promising New Treatments!
CBD and Tinnitus – Researchers Study Promising New Treatments! You can read the full study, “Cannabinoids, Inner Ear, Hearing, and Tinnitus: A Neuroimmunological Perspective,” at https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7719758/.
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Millennials Are CBD’s Biggest Buyers. The Reason May Surprise You.
CBD products are a rapidly growing business. The health and wellness industry is feeling free to explore its many benefits, and recreationally, chefs and bartenders are experimenting with its use in food and cocktails. Athletes and sports leagues are also de-stigmatizing CBD products and ending policies against its use.
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CBD and Sun Burns
July has come to a close, and sadly, summer will be over before we know it. With only a handful of weekends left before school starts, people are rushing to the beach, the pool, or their backyard to soak up some sun. We might be hoping for a beautiful tan, but sometimes, we get burnt.
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C(eleb)BD: NFL Linebacker Dave Ahrens
Linebacker Dave Ahrens played nearly 10 years in the NFL. Originally from Iowa, he played for 5 teams throughout his NFL career, including the St. Louis Cardinals (now the Arizona Cardinals), Indianapolis Colts, Detroit Lions, Miami Dolphins, and Seattle Seahawks. His larger impact on the NFL, however, has been off the field, advocating for injured players and sharing his experience with chronic pain.
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The History of CBD: Pride Month Edition
June is celebrated around the world as Pride Month, a time to celebrate the history, art, and impact of the LGBTQIA community. Many people are unaware, however, that the push for cannabis – and its medicinal benefits – is closely intertwined with the history of gay rights. The broader access to CBD products can be traced back to LGBT activists and their allies.
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C(eleb)BD: Rob Gronkowski
At age 29, NFL star Rob Gronkowski announced he was retiring from professional football. He had gone to the Super Bowl with the Patriots and won three times, and in 2014, he had been named the NFL Comeback Player of the Year. He held NFL records for most touchdowns in a season by a tight end and most career touchdowns in the postseason by a tight end. Why was he walking away from all this success?
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C(eleb)BD: Michael J. Fox
When Michael J. Fox was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 1991, he was only 29 years old. The general public saw it as a disease that mostly affected the elderly, and many people did not understand the disease or possible treatments. Fox decided to use his platform as a celebrity to speak out about his experience, found the Michael J. Fox Foundation, and advocate for treatment studies, including the potential benefits of CBD.
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