Can CBD Help with Thyroid Disorders?

Among the questions our ECHO specialists have received is whether cannabidiol (CBD) has any beneficial effect for thyroid conditions. Thanks to the thousands of studies conducted on CBD, scientists and medical professionals understand he therapeutic potential of the cannabinoid now more than ever. With that said, there’s still an urgent need for more studies investigating
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What are the Differences Between CBD Hemp Oil and Hemp Seed Oil?

With cannabidiol (CBD) becoming increasingly in demand these days, more hemp oil products are hitting the market. You may have noticed more hemp-based oils and other products popping up in your local health food and grocery stores. Not all hemp oil products are the same, however, and it can be difficult to understand the differences
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Study Finds Regular Cannabinoid Use May Reduce the Severity of Pancreatitis

Findings in a new study suggest that consuming cannabinoids regularly reduces the severity of acute alcoholic pancreatitis (AAP). Researchers from the Mercer School of Medicine retrospectively examined 10 years of a hospital’s records on acute alcoholic patients as they were being admitted into the hospital. The analyzed the severity of the patients’ pancreatitis and compared
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5 Ways CBD May Be Able to Complement Chemotherapy Treatments

Those undergoing chemotherapy treatments for cancer can experience uncomfortable and sometimes debilitating side effects. Chemotherapy – or “chemo” — is a category of intravenously administered medicines or drugs that are designed to attack rapidly growing cancer cells. The drugs are very strong, and they kill any cell growing fast, even healthy ones. This can lead
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Is It Safe to Take CBD Oil While Pregnant?

One of the most common questions our team at ECHO is asked by those interested in the healing properties of cannabidiol (CBD) is whether it is safe to take CBD oil while pregnant. In short, there’s not been enough research yet to determine the full safety of taking CBD while pregnant. It’s not surprising that
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Looking to Connect with Others Taking CBD? Check out ECHO Community

The letter “C” in ECHO is meant to signify one of the primary objectives at the heart of our effort to support families seeking the natural properties of cannabidiol (CBD) – Collaboration. Recognizing the strength and value of sharing experiences, ECHO established the ECHO Community, an inclusive online community of people who are considering or
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Study Finds Cannabinoids May Help Ease Nerve Pain

A new study commissioned by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has found evidence that cannabinoids may be effective for reducing neuropathic pain. A team of 11 researchers from the VA Portland Health Care System and Oregon Health and Science University reviewed the findings of 27 previously published studies that investigated cannabinoids and chronic
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Should CBD Oil Be Taken with Food?

As you begin to incorporate cannabidiol (CBD) oil into your or your family member’s daily health care routine, you’ll likely find that the versatility of CBD oil makes it easy to fit into your schedule. Previously we discussed whether there’s an optimal time of the day to take CBD. Today, we examine if there are
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Nearly Half of CBD Users No Longer Need Other Meds, Study Finds

A large survey of over 2,400 cannabidiol (CBD) product users has found that 42 percent were able to stop taking prescription and traditional medications. Market research firm Brightfield Group and online community HelloMD collaborated on the largest study, which is the largest to examine CBD usage and efficacy to date. Eighty percent of those surveyed
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New Study Finds CBD Interacts with Antiepileptic Drugs

Scientists continue to learn more about cannabidiol (CBD) and how it can potentially be beneficial for the treatment of epilepsy and seizure disorders. Findings in a new study published in Epilepsia may give neurologists and epilepsy patients a better idea on how best to incorporate the non-psychoactive compound into treatment regimens when taking other antiepileptic
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CBD Topicals for Psoriasis

In ECHO’s continued effort to raise awareness about psoriasis throughout Psoriasis Awareness Month, today we investigate how cannabidiol (CBD) topicals may be beneficial for treating the immune-mediated skin disease. CBD is one of the over 85 so far identified natural cannabinoids found in the stalks, seeds, and flowers of cannabis plants like hemp. While additional
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All the Ways You Can Learn About CBD with ECHO

The “E” at the beginning of ECHO refers to one of our principal goals as an organization: Educate others on the benefits of cannabinoids like cannabidiol (CBD). As you decide whether CBD is right for you and your family, we understand that you likely have many questions about the cannabinoid and how it interacts with
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Study Discovers Cannabinoids May Help Treat Psoriasis

In continued observation of Psoriasis Awareness Month, today ECHO investigates the findings of a study published in the Journal of Dermatological Science that examines whether plant-derived cannabinoids can play a role in the treatment of psoriasis. Affecting approximately 7.5 million people in the United States, psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the immune system
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Regular Cannabinoid Use Linked to Lower Stress, Says Study

One of the effects of chronic cannabinoid use could be a more subdued response when faced with stressful situations, according to a new study published Psychopharmacology. Scientists from Washington State University found that when placed in a simulated stressful situation, those who regularly consume cannabinoids produce less cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone. While cortisol
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Why It’s Been Difficult For Researchers to Investigate Benefits of Cannabinoids

While scientists have made some exciting discoveries about the therapeutic potential of cannabinoids, they’ve yet to fully understand the extent of how the natural compounds can encourage healing and health. The first documented case of cannabinoids being used as therapeutic agents dates back to 2,700 BC, and anecdotal evidence has continued to suggest cannabinoids can
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