In sacred traditions throughout the world, there is a number that is considered divine—the number 12. This number plays a significant role in religious texts, appears in ancient megalithic structures, validates modern day physics, defines musical theory and now completes the systems of the body. Is this just a cosmic coincidence or is there a deeper connection to the existence of the universe? [Read more…]
Do Zombies have an Endocannabinoid System?
Unlike creatures in horror movies—which are mostly a product of superstition and imagination — zombies may have a factual basis. Several verified cases of zombies myths have been reported in Haitian voodoo culture. If that is the assertion, is it realistic to ask,
“Do zombies have an endocannabinoid system?”
Since endocannabinoid receptors have been found in mammals, birds, fish, and even reptiles, there is good chance the answer is YES.
Quicksilver Scientific Wildfire Respiratory Bundle
With the wildfire season starting earlier this year, Quicksilver Scientific recently introduced their Wildfire Respiratory Bundle. To help you determine the impact of smoke in your area, check out the Wildfire Smoke Forecast Maps through the app OpenSummit. [Read more…]
What Makes Quicksilver CBD Hemp Extract So Great?
At the CBD Garage, Quicksilver products are some of our most popular items. There is a reason for that! Quicksilver Scientific’s priority is ensuring that customers receive the maximum benefit from their products.
Since most dietary supplements don’t get absorbed well by the body, scientists have experimented with different ways to make them more bioavailable. Bioavailability is the ability of a supplement to be absorbed and used by the body.
Women’s Guide to CBD and Sexual Health
CBD (cannabidiol) is one of more than 100 cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. Cannabinoids are the active plant compounds known for their therapeutic potential. Unlike THC, found in abundance in marijuana, CBD derived from hemp, can be used without the potential to get its users high.
Superstar Nutrients That Naturally Fight Discomfort and Inflammation
Acute Discomfort
Ouch!! If you’ve broken a bone or cracked a tooth, you know the results – DISCOMFORT. Referred to as acute disco0mfort, this unpleasant sensation is letting your brain know that you have sustained an injury. Ideally, as the injury heals the sensation of discomfort will lessen with time.
Chronic Discomfort
But what if the discomfort you have doesn’t go away? You may be one of the millions of people that suffer from chronic discomfort, defined as discomfort that lasts at least 12 weeks. Chronic discomfort may be the result of an initial injury or illness and can unfortunately last for years.
WBJ – A Functional Approach to Managing Constipation
Who likes to talk about poop besides little kids? Certainly, not many. It can be an embarrassing topic of conversation, even with your doctor. While CBD can relieve certain forms of constipation, we thought this article would be helpful to understand some of its causes. As always, we recommend getting a doctor’s help before using CBD if you don’t know the cause of your constipation.
The following article has been reprinted from the Vol 31, Spring 2022 of the Well Being Journal.
By Peter Kozlowski, MD
We all have a different schedule of when and how often we go to the bathroom. It can be considered normal to poop three times per day or three times per week—so there is variation in what is “normal.” I believe that healthy bowel habits include passing a log every day.
What is constipation?
Generally speaking, constipation is defined as irregular bowel movements lasting for an extended period of time, and marked by at least two of the following symptoms:
• Straining
• Lumpy or hard stools
• Sensation of incomplete evacuation
• Sensation of anorectal obstruction/blockade
• Manual maneuvers to facilitate defecations
• Fewer than three bowel movements per week
• Loose stools are not present and there are insufficient criteria for IBS
Estimates suggest that about 16 out of 100 adults have constipation, and that number goes to 33 out of 100 in people over 60 years old. That is a lot of people!
What is Dry Sieve Kief?
If you are looking for a minimally processed, solventless CBD product, kief may be the way to go. Kief, better know in marijuana industry, is making its way to into Hemp CBD products. [Read more…]
CBD and Women’s Health
If you’re looking for a more holistic approach to managing your monthly cycles and health consider exploring hemp-derived cannabinoids like CBD. Extracted from the hemp plant, CBD has properties that benefit health issues unique to women by creating balance throughout the body.
CBD to the Rescue!
Luckily, there are ways we can bring balance back into the body by tapping into our own internal regulator of bodily systems, something called the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). Recent studies have identified the ability of the ECS to regulate pain, inflammation, sleep, the immune system, reproduction and memory. The ECS also helps manage the body’s need for balance.
Users Guide: CBD Hemp Oil and other Nutraceuticals for Sleep
If you are suffering from sleep issues you are not alone. Nightly, millions of Americans have trouble falling or staying asleep. Age, unhealthy habits, medications and underlying conditions all contribute to interrupted sleep.
Most of us don’t think about the long-term impact of poor sleep. A lack of adequate sleep has been shown to be associated with cardiovascular disease, neurological issues and a weakened immune system. Simply put, when you don’t sleep well you are at greater risk of getting sick or dying. [Read more…]
How Do Adaptogens Work?
Research suggests that adaptogens relieve stress by modulating the release of stress hormones from the adrenal glands. They do this by affecting the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis).
The Endocannabinoid System
CBD (Cannabidiol) is one of the non-psychoactive cannabinoids, or compounds, found in cannabis – both hemp and marijuana. It’s the second most prevalent compound (behind THC) in cannabis and is quickly on its way to becoming the most well-studied. In order to really understand it, though, we need to take a step back to how these compounds work in our body – in something called the Endocannabinoid System.
Can I Grow Hemp at Home?
Can I Grow Hemp at Home?
With the legalization of CBD-hemp products, we are often asked if it’s legal to grow hemp plants at home? As we are planning our gardens, wouldn’t it be fun to grow some hemp with your tomatoes and zucchinis? Unfortunately, for the majority of people around the country, the answer is probably “not likely”.
What are Sun Horse Energy Adaptogenic Elixirs?
Sun Horse Energy Adaptogenic Elixirs are a remarkable combination of adaptogens, antioxidants, and other all-natural nutrients. They contains some of the most powerful plant compounds on the planet, such as Himalayan goji berry, acai berry, peruvian maca, ginseng, reishi mushroom, guarana, and more. Sun Horse Energy Adaptogenic Elixirs contain no preservatives or artificial ingredients. Sun Horse Energy Adaptogenic Elixirs can help you by providing you with a powerful tool to cope with your daily stress. [Read more…]
The “Big 5” Cannabinoids
If you’ve ever wondered why CBD Hemp products are so different from other botanical supplements we take for our heath and wellness, the answer is cannabinoids. It’s also the terpenes and cannaflavins, but that’s another article.
Cannabinoids are a unique class of compounds that are found in all plants belonging to the plant genus, Cannabis. There are other plants that have these compounds, but in much smaller amounts.
Best Supplements to Pair with CBD: Magnesium for Stress, Discomfort and Sleeplessness
Other than general relaxation, the majority of consumers use CBD to support stress, discomfort and sleeplessness. That’s according to a poll conducted by the Nutrition Business Journal. And it’s no wonder, since approximately 20% of the adult population in the U.S. suffers from stress, 10% from discomfort and 30% from sleeplessness! [Read more…]
CBD Hemp for Pets: Giving Them Only the Best
Have you thought about giving your pet CBD Hemp Oil? As it turns out, more and more people are sharing the healing properties of CBD hemp oil with their four-legged friends, and for good reason. As you’ll see, science shows us that our furry companions utilize the compounds in hemp just like we do, which is why veterinarians are beginning to access the use of CBD to treat our precious cats and dogs.
How to Calculate Dose of CBD Hemp Oil for Your Pet
Although, there are no official standard dosing guidelines for animals set in place, there are some general recommended CBD dosage guidelines you can follow. While it can seem like a task to figure out the correct dosage for your pet, below is an easy way to calculate exactly how much CBD oil you should give your cat or dog.
Dosing Frequency: To control discomfort, give every 8 hours or as needed. To control anxiety, give 30 minutes before the event (thunderstorm, fireworks, leaving the home, separation, traveling with your pet). For all other uses give twice a day.
Vendor Spotlight: Trill
The Trill Story
Trill was started by, David Threlfall, owner of Trill Alternatives Dispensary. While his mom was battling cancer, he researched the healing opportunities of cannabis. Sadly, his mom passed and was not able to benefit from his research, he continued to learn about cannabis and decided to open up a dispensary. David wanted to create a place to provide education around the safe use of cannabis. [Read more…]
Helping Your Pet Shelter in Place with CBD
It’s no wonder that pet adoptions are up dramatically over the recent weeks. Finding companionship and providing a home to four-legged friends can be a silver lining to this crisis. While we “shelter-in-place”, most pet shelters are actually out of adoptable animals.
While the change in work and travel schedules has made this all possible, there is another reason to the uptick. Having a pet companion with us can reduce our feelings of isolation and provide much needed stress relief.