The answer to a healthy gut may lie in having a healthy endocannabinoid system. Endocannabinoids are endogenously produced ligands that act on cannabinoid, vanilloid, and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors. The two primary endocannabinoids are anandamide and 2-arachidonoylglycerol. Endocannabinoids, their receptors, enzymes, and downstream signaling targets make up the endocannabinoid system. ExogenousRead
The statements mentioned in this content have not been evaluated by the FDA, and are not intended to prevent, diagnosis, or treat any disease. Always work with your personal healthcare provider. There’s a lot of evidence building up in the medical literature to show cannabidiol and other cannabinoids likeRead
When looking at the word restoration, REST is the first four letters of this essential pursuit. As clinicians treating patients with sleep disorders, we invariably look to restore homeostasis, whether it be hormone therapy, metabolic health, brain health, cardiovascular performance, musculoskeletal function, or stress/adrenal dysfunction. Research shows poor sleep isRead
Subjective cognitive decline (SCD), “the self-reported experience of worsening or more frequent confusion or memory loss,” affects about 11% of adults over 45 years of age. Because it involves a personal perception of mental decline before the appearance of objective cognitive issues, it is often the earliest noticeable symptom ofRead
Women have historically used cannabis for menstrual pain, labor pain, hyperemesis gravidarum, appetite, urinary problems, uterine prolapse, postpartum hemorrhage, mastitis, migraine, nervous excitability and menopausal symptoms. While there is a lack of formal, contemporary research into effects of cannabis on women’s health (both pre-clinically and clinically) women have been theRead
In this episode, Chris Meletis, ND, will focus primarily on the clinical use of CBD based on his own experience and the growing body of supporting research. Chris will share his favorite uses and the most effective applications of CBD and terpenes.
The statements mentioned in this content have not been evaluated by the FDA, and are not intended to prevent, diagnosis, or treat any disease. Always work with your personal healthcare provider. Depression is an all-too-common psychiatric disorder. An estimated 20% of people suffer from depression.1 Regularly feeling sad, empty, orRead
The statements mentioned in this content have not been evaluated by the FDA, and are not intended to prevent, diagnosis, or treat any disease. Always work with your personal healthcare provider. One of the most common reasons patients seek medical care is due to pain. I know this from personalRead
Bone fractures may not seem like a public health issue, but they affect an estimated 178 million people worldwide each year. Most fracture victims are treated for the pain with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which isn’t optimal, as these drugs reduce inflammation, which is an important part of the healingRead
While science continues to explore the health benefits of cannabidiol (CBD), oral bioavailability has been a constant issue due to CBD’s lipophilicity and extensive first-pass metabolism. To mitigate this issue, various carrier oils—including MCT oil, sesame oil, and olive oil—have been mixed with CBD in formulations designed to improve bioavailability,Read
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