Kriss Bergethon Chronic pain is one of the major causes of disability in the US. In fact, as many as 40% of the US adult population will have chronic pain in their lifetime [2]. While opioids are the main drug used to help cope with this condition, they have many side effects. But several recent studies have … Read more
You’ve undoubtedly heard of CBD, which is a particular compound (called a cannabinoid) derived from a cannabis plant. It can come from the hemp plant, which has less than .3% THC (which is what makes people feel “high”) or from the marijuana plant which can have over this 0.3% THC limit. CBD has been hailed … Read more
The terms CBD and hemp are used interchangeably, but they couldn’t be more different. Do you actually know what you’re buying? Here’s what you need to know to tell them apart.
The need for an alternative for prescription pills has never been greater, and a range of new therapies are causing many to rethink mental health and how we treat it. Psychedelics like Psilocybin – the active ingredient in magic mushrooms – are attracting growing attention for their potential benefits for mental health problems in recent years. … Read more
While adult use of cannabis is legal in 18 states, and allowed medically in 37 states, it remains illegal under U.S. federal law. Last month, 3 top senators proposed The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act, which would expunge federal non-violent marijuana crimes, further medical research and allow cannabis companies access to essential financial services. What … Read more