In my previous article, I discussed the dangers of the current medical, “wellness,” and dietary trends that are advocating for a one-sized-fits all “healthy” body. I stated the flaws in associating a higher risk for chronic diseases in those with larger body sizes and the harmful psychological, biological, cultural, and societal effects that this...
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The Dangers of Diet Culture and the Problems with Fitness and Food Obsession
Food and exercise are important for health and I still recommend tailored suggestions for my clients for body nourishment in proper context; however, they are only part of the picture of wellness. In this week’s article on my home page, I discussed how the obsession on diet, weight loss, and fitness are fueling global...
Reviewing CBD Oil and Celebrating the Harmonious Impact of Cannabis Essential Oil
In the final review of my series on CBD (cannabidiol) oil, I synthesized all of the concepts discussed about this isolated compound of cannabis. I further explored how a combination of cannabis’ cannabinoid constituents may not only be more beneficial than CBD oil alone, but may also prevent some of the potential...
The Final Review on CBD Oil for the Brain, Mental Strain, and Relieving Pain!
I have finally released my short-and-sweet summary of the research on the clinical efficacy for CBD (cannabidiol) oil, beyond its accepted medical indications. This brings my CBD oil blogs to a close! This week, I dive into what the studies conclude on CBD oil for pain, the brain, mood, and more. I also...
Paving the Way Down the Long Path to the Many Particulars on CBD (Cannabidiol) Oil!
Are you feeling a bit “CBD crazy”? Have you felt you are being pushed and pulled in a tug-of-war by various sources on the potential harms and extraordinary benefits of this “miracle elixir”? I’ve been swimming in the research on it for over nine weeks now, and I too am a bit cannabinoid cross-eyed!...
An Important Review of the Factors to Consider When Determining if CBD Oil is Right for You!!
This week’s article on my homepage, “An Overview of the “Full Spectrum” of Research on CBD Oil and the “Entourage” of Clinical Studies on the Various Cannabinoids in the Cannabis Plant,” has us arriving at the conclusion of my CBD (cannabidiol) oil series. Finally, we have begun the much-awaited review of the current...
Connecting the Drops to the Research on CBD Oil
My CBD (cannabidiol) oil series is coming to a close with the release of the final articles that review the current and most pertinent research. Although many wanted the “bottom line” of the evidence on CBD oil for various conditions upfront, I felt it was first necessary to provide a comprehensive understanding of this “miracle...
The Marvelous Mix of the Whole Cannabis “Entourage”- Beyond CBD Oil
In my series on CBD oil, I recently expanded on the difference between this “magical medical elixir” and cannabis essential oil. I also discussed the benefits of including the essential oil and all of the cannabis compounds into the “mix.” Including the full spectrum of cannabis balances the responses of any of its isolated...
An Overview of the Amazing Endocannabinoid System and the Many Actions of Cannabinoids, CBD, and Cannabis Essential Oil
Part V of my CBD (cannabidiol) series has just been released! Taking on the complexity of CBD oil has led to many subtopics on the various aspects of this “omnipotent elixir.” You can access a summary of what has been discussed so far including its popularity, precautions, history, regulations, medical indications, and more...
The Legality of CBD Oil and Is It an Essential Oil?
After I provided a brief introduction on the popularity of CBD oil and the precautions to consider with this latest sensation to hit the supplement shelves, in Part II I stepped back from the science for a little history lesson. Specifically, I highlighted the changes over time in the regulation of cannabis, from which...