Understanding Terpenes: Linalool

This blog post is one of a series discussing individual terpenes in cannabis strains and what they do for the body. Terpenes are some of the significant beneficial chemicals in cannabis and understanding them can be vital to deciding what cannabis product is right for you. Terpenes recently gained popularity because of the theory of
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Understanding Terpenes: Caryophyllene

If you have been following along with us, you know we have been doing an in-depth study of the terpenes in CBD and cannabis in general. In this next post, we are going to cover Caryophyllene. As a quick refresher, terpenes are an important component of many full or broad-spectrum CBD products, and understanding what
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Should You Take CBD with or Without Food?

It has long been known that most fat-soluble vitamins and supplements are best taken with meals. This can improve absorption and stimulate digestion, as well as help reduce the nausea some people experience when taking vitamins on an empty stomach. Now, recent research suggests that CBD should not only be taken with food, but with
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How CBD Supports Cardio Health

Cardiovascular disease, which includes heart disease and stroke, is the number one cause of death world wide, causing about 610,000 Americans to die each year. While exercise, a heart-healthy diet, and adequate sleep can go a long way toward prevention, research has found that CBD can also support the cardiovascular system and improve heart health. 
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What is Clinical Endocannabinoid Deficiency?

Researchers believe that the underlying cause of many ailments, particularly those related to the immune system and inflammation, could be a disorder referred to as clinical endocannabinoid deficiency. Endocannabinoid deficiency is a theory for the symptoms and conditions that develop when the body’s endocannabinoid system isn’t functioning properly. We’ve previously discussed the endocannabinoid system and
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What are the Side Effects of CBD/Cannabinoid Products?

The side effects that a person will experience when taking cannabinoid-based products depend on the product’s cannabinoid content. Cannabidiol (CBD) products, such as CBD hemp oil, naturally contain little to no tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound that causes a psychoactive effect. Therefore, CBD-based products will not cause a euphoric high. CBD even has anti-psychoactive properties,
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A Guide to Reading CBD Product Labels: Here’s What You Need to Know

Cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabinoid product labels give you all kinds of information that can help you select the right product for your health needs. However, as you investigate the available cannabinoid products on the market, deciphering all the information on the labels can sometimes be perplexing. Here we take a look at what you’ll often
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How to Take CBD Oil: Ingestion, Sublingual, Topical and Inhalation Options

With more research discovering new potential wellness and therapeutic applications for cannabidiol (CBD), the demand and availability of CBD products continues to increase. The greater variety of products gives patients more choices to find a CBD option and method of consumption that aligns with their health and lifestyle needs. In general, there are four primary
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Welcome to ECHO!

Recognizing that making healthcare decisions can be a daunting and sometimes arduous experience, ECHO’s mission is to create a bridge connecting those pursuing the therapeutic properties of cannabinoids or cannabidiol (CBD) with the resources, community support, and medical professional guidance necessary to move forward. To those looking for help other what the traditional medical community
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An Overview of the Endocannabinoid System

Ever wonder how cannabinoids interact with your body? The answer is through the endocannabinoid system. The endocannabinoid system is responsible for regulating balance in our body’s immune response, appetite, metabolism, memory, and more. In spite of the integral role this system takes on, until recently it remained an unknown part of the human body’s functions.
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How to Find a Healthcare Professional That’s Right For You

While the laws vary, nearly all states that have passed comprehensive medical cannabis programs require that patients first obtain a recommendation from a physician before registering with the state’s medicinal cannabis program or visiting a dispensary. Finding a physician that acknowledges or is willing to discuss and recommend the medicinal properties of cannabis can be
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Summary of Conditions Affected by Cannabinoids and the Endocannabinoid System

Attitudes toward cannabis are shifting as credible medical research efforts continue to reveal the plant’s exciting therapeutic potential. Ample studies indicate that cannabis and its cannabinoids show great promise as treatment options for alleviating neuropathic pain, nausea and spasms, and for providing anti-inflammatory and potential healing effects for those with serious conditions like multiple sclerosis,
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