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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Family Friday: The Algire’s

We at ECHO Connection are excited to highlight the progress of one of the most recent newcomers to the ECHO Family, the Algire’s. Kiana and Aaron Algire of Salem, Illinois reached out to us weeks ago seeking guidance on the natural properties of cannabidiol (CBD) for their almost 2-year old son, Silas. Born premature, Silas
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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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How Similar are Plant-Derived Cannabinoids to Endocannabinoids?

Cannabinoids like cannabidiol (CBD) are derived from the stalks and stems of cannabis plants like hemp. Once absorbed, these cannabinoids interact with our body’s natural systems to promote balance. The reason they’re able to elicit balancing properties is because they share a similar chemical makeup to endocannabinoids, which are synthesized on demand by the body.
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Here’s Why It’s Best to Take CBD Oil Everyday

Being consistent with your cannabidiol (CBD) oil doses maximizes the natural balancing properties of the cannabinoid and the effectiveness of the body’s endocannabinoid system. Once absorbed by the body, CBD interacts with the cannabinoid receptors of the endocannabinoid system, a signaling network responsible for regulating and maintaining balance among an array of body processes. Cannabinoid
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How is CBD Oil Made?

Cannabidiol (CBD) oil is a natural, non-psychoactive concentrate extracted from the stalks and seeds of cannabis plants like hemp. Decades of research indicate that CBD, one of over 100 cannabinoids presently identified in cannabis plants, interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system. The endocannabinoid system is a complex signaling network that regulates a variety of biological
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What Types of CBD Products are Best for Children?

With studies finding evidence that cannabidiol (CBD) may be beneficial for treating conditions like childhood epilepsy disorders, autism, and even some cancers, parents are increasingly turning to the natural, non-psychoactive compound in the hopes of managing their child’s severe health conditions. Among the common questions posed by parents giving cannabinoids to their kids for the
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American Epilepsy Society Study Finds CBD Effective for Reducing Seizure Frequency

Findings in a recent study by the American Epilepsy Society (AES) suggest that cannabidiol (CBD) is effective for reducing the frequency of seizures. CBD is a natural, non-psychoactive compound extracted from plants like hemp. The epilepsy and scientific society funded and led the study, which investigated the anticonvulsant efficacy of purified, plant-derived CBD for children
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Study Finds 9 of 10 Patients Prefer Cannabinoids to Opioids

Findings in a new study suggest that nearly everyone who uses medical cannabinoids prefer the natural compounds to prescription opioids. Researchers from the University of California Berkeley surveyed nearly 3,000 patients on using cannabinoids as a substitute for opioid and non-opioid pain medications. Approximately 100 million people in the United States and 1.5 billion people
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When’s the Best Time to Take CBD?

A common question among those new to cannabinoids is whether there’s an optimal time to take cannabidiol (CBD). Generally, the ideal time for taking CBD is when doing so best fits into you or your family’s routine so that you can be consistent with your servings. With that said, there are some considerations that you
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Benefits of CBD as a Daily Supplement

While most of those within the ECHO community seek to learn about the potential therapeutic applications of cannabidiol (CBD) to address specific health issues, taking CBD as a daily supplement can benefit everyone. In the United States and many other markets around the world, CBD hemp oil — derived from the stalk and seeds of
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Why It’s Important That Cannabinoid Products Contain Stable, Reliable Concentrations

Those that utilize cannabinoids for their natural therapeutic and healing properties rely on products containing consistent, precise levels of cannabinoids. When you’re looking for the ideal cannabinoid product, check to see whether that particular company puts their products through testing procedures designed to ensure that cannabinoid level are stable and reliable. Cannabinoids are natural compounds
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