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09NovNovember 9, 2020

What are Phytocannabinoids?

When looking closely at a cannabis or hemp plant, shiny, sticky, hair-like growth from the surface of the plant, known as trichomes, are responsible for producing phytocannabinoids. These highly aromatic molecules are associated with numerous health benefits and interact naturally with the body’s endocannabinoid system. Plants produce phytocannabindois and humans and animals produce endocannabinoids. It is believed that there are over 100 different phytocannabinoids in both cannabis and hemp. The most well-known are Delta-9 THC and CBD (Cannabidiol) and the...

Let’s Get Cooking with CBD!

While most people who are familiar with CBD have tried tinctures and oils, softgels, gummies, drink mixes or topicals, many have not yet ventured into the world of cooking or baking with CBD. Since CBD comes in the form of oils, it is ideal to be added to many dishes and baked goods. But before just mixing it in to your favorite dish, the oil has to be correctly prepared. To start with, the CBD oil (either full-spectrum or broad-spectrum),...

CBD and Inflammation: Understanding the Connection

The verdict is out! A broad range of medical studies have consistently demonstrated that CBD helps to reduce inflammation as well as pain. Interestingly, humans have used hemp for thousands of years for its pain-relieving effects and to reduce inflammation. The Ancient Chinese, Indians, Greeks and Romans all used it to treat people and animals. It was also widely used in the Western world for pain relief, anti-inflammation and relaxation. One of the most common areas in research today is...