Self-Care & CBD: A Guide
Recently, self-care has been making quite the comeback, and we couldn’t be happier about that! At AVS, we totally understand how crucial it is to take time for yourself, and so do plenty of other people. There’s even a whole playlist of TED Talks dedicated to the importance of self-care! There are plenty of things […]
CBD For Pregnancy: How it Might Help
Back aching. Feet swollen. Eyes weary from poor sleep, and to top it all off, nausea that just won’t go away. It isn’t uncommon for a pregnant woman to experience all of those things and more, all at the same time. Throughout history, it was common for women experiencing the unpleasant symptoms of pregnancy to […]
The Benefits of CBD- Testimonial from Wired.com
CBD Testimonials Most of the convincing evidence on the benefits of CBD comes from civilian testimonials rather than scientific experiments. Many would like to see more studies on CBD happen, but the government has restricted its testing for a long time. Testimonials often show that people have found success with CBD when they found it nowhere […]
Will CBD Show Up on a Drug Test?
Drug Test Woes In today’s job market, drug testing is fairly common. One of the most common substances that these tests will search for is THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana and hemp. For people who use CBD oil, the big question is, will it cause them to fail a drug test? The Results are […]
CBD: The Facts About Cannabidiol
CBD, or Cannabidiol, and THC are two of the main components of marijuana and hemp plants, although there are “over 85 cannabinoids” in total (Medical Marijuana Inc). THC is the well-known psychoactive component of cannabis plants that causes the ‘high’ sensation popular for recreational use. CBD, on the other hand, is a non-psychoactive component, meaning […]
CBD for EDS (Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes)
EDS, or Ehlers-Danlos syndromes, are a group of connective tissue disorders caused by problems with collagen within the body. Because the body’s collagen is produced incorrectly or only partially, people with EDS typically experience loose and unstable joints, which can lead to frequent dislocations and early arthritis. There is no cure for EDS, so patients […]
How Does CBD Affect Pain?
Lately, there has been a lot of press about Cannabidiol or CBD, right from its ability to control seizures to being effective in pain management. CBD is the second most prevalent cannabinoid in medical marijuana; the first one being tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). According to a study conducted in 2013, CBD helps reduce nausea, vomiting, seizures and […]