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Sleeping Deeply with CBD Oil
Do you lay awake at night with the day’s events rushing through your head? Does anxiety or pain rob you of quality sleep? A poor night’s sleep can make a tough day seem even worse and slowly fade out the joys of life. If you regularly struggle to sleep you are probably familiar with all the old tried and tested remedies. From counting sheep to sleeping tablets, they may give you some relief but often come with their own list of downsides.
Jay KersonPublished 5 years ago in PotentTo Eat or to Smoke
Marijuana has been legal in many states for some time now, with Canada not far behind. Marijuana has been seen in the media for nearly a century in various different forms. Most of the time joints, bongs and later on edibles were the most popular ways of consumption. In the mainstream media, cannabis 'highs' are dramatized and demonstrate a distortion of one's perception to a more severe level of impairment. In reality, marijuana can cause feelings of sleepiness, hunger, happiness, relaxation, and even euphoria. Marijuana also has many medical purposes, it relieves pain, depression, insomnia, stress, and more. Whether you wish to use cannabis for its medicinal purposes or just want to kick back on a Friday night, there is a method for everyone.
Can CBD Treat Head Injuries?
CBD oil is being labeled as the miracle drug of the century, but it is worth looking more closely at what it really capable of and what is just public hype. Research has shown the uses and benefits of CBD oil for traumatic brain injuries in NFL players and car accident victims. If you have experienced a head injury and are looking for a natural solution, CBD may be an option to improve your situation.
Ainsley LawrencePublished 5 years ago in PotentCBD for Arthritis
CBD is the newest craze going around and it’s for good purpose. Many people proudly talk about how CBD is helping them through life. Whether it’s calming their mind or body down, it is helping them better than their medicine sometimes. Even people who are against cannabis are raving about cannabidiol. Although CBD is a cannabinoid from cannabis, it does not get you high like THC does.
Smoke TokesPublished 5 years ago in PotentThe Health Benefits of Hemp
We are just beginning to understand the amazing benefits of hemp. It’s a great bonus that this superfood also happens to be sourced from a plant that’s easy to grow organically because of its natural resistance to pests. Here are a few essential facts about hemp and health benefits associated with it.
Casey ChesterfieldPublished 5 years ago in PotentHow to Make Your Own CBD Oil Edibles
CBD is a fantastic herbal extract with medicinal value, but not everybody is comfortable smoking or vaporizing it. This isn’t a problem because you can take CBD oil in many ways, including in food and drinks – and it gives you the same therapeutic effects. With CBD edibles, you’re basically introducing a food solvent such as coconut oil which speeds up absorption and delivers the effects fast.
Areyo DadarPublished 5 years ago in PotentShould Marijuana Be Legalized?
The state of California recently had the issue of whether or not to legalize all forms of marijuana use as a ballot measure during the last election. At the ballot box, people seem either too embarrassed to admit their support, or those that supported the measure to legalized Marijuana did not show up and vote.
Matthew EvansPublished 5 years ago in PotentThe Health Benefits of CBD
CBD, or cannabidiol, is one of more than 100 chemical compounds called cannabinoids found within cannabis sativa, better known as marijuana. Because CBD comes from the marijuana plant, most people immediately think they will become “high” or “stoned” if they use CBD. That isn’t true at all, though. The psychoactive effects of marijuana are caused by another cannabinoid known as delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. CBD, on the other hand, is not psychoactive and will not induce any type of “high.”
Casey ChesterfieldPublished 5 years ago in PotentHow to Tell If Police Are Watching Your Dealer
Cannabis is on the cusp of widespread legalization, but on a federal scale, it's still considered a Schedule I substance. That means the government literally classifies it on the same level as drugs like heroin and cocaine. Obviously, some states wouldn't be legalizing it on a smaller scale if that was actually true, but it still remains a factor in terms of how the law is enforced.
Tony Anthony GregPublished 5 years ago in PotentA Love Letter to the Emerald Triangle
This story is in some ways a very sad but ultimately a beautiful one and I hope you will soon understand why. With the legalization of marijuana on its way, there are many great things happening. And I very much believe in the fluidity of mankind; however, the black market that the Triangle once ran on is now in danger and many of us existing in this bubble believe it is the last tie to the old world. Every last one of the guerilla growers, old timers, and hippies that moved out to those hills did it to “throw away their papers and build them a home.” We sought out this world to live like real humans again and we did it with exhilaration. Running from the feds is a sure shot way to get your heart pumping but living in the thick of the woods with mountain lions and wild boar is an even better way to feel alive.
Five Ways CBD Can Help Seniors Thrive
Anybody in their golden years will likely do anything they can to feel their best. Whether you are taking walks in the park, eating more vegetables, or meditating daily, these habits add up to a healthy life. As a health-conscious senior, you may have heard about the natural benefits of CBD, or cannabidiol.
Claire PetersPublished 5 years ago in PotentHow to Handle Police Requests to Search You
While we're undoubtedly the closest we've ever been to widespread legalization of cannabis, it is still illegal on a federal level. Even on a statewide scale, recreational marijuana is only legal in 10 states and the District of Columbia.
Greg BogartPublished 5 years ago in Potent