CBD and Drug Testing As CBD remedies gain popularity with the masses, some users have to tread carefully. Many employers perform random drug testing on all employees and unfortunately, most CBD products still do contain trace amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), making for a positive test result. This could cost people their jobs! Another group that…
About Inflammation Chronic inflammation is the driving force of premature aging and cellular degeneration. Lifestyle choices like diet and exercise have long been touted as ways to reduce inflammation. A new intervention, Cannabidiol (CBD) and good products containing CBD, may be just as effective. Acute inflammation is not a bad thing; it is the body’s…
History and Hype Medical marijuana has been on the scene for a little while now, but the issue has emotionally and politically charged concerns. Cannabidiol (CBD) which is among the many compounds found in cannabis sativa plants (including hemp), along with other compounds, had for years been used to treat different conditions. However, due to…
If you suffer from seizures, CBD could be very beneficial for you. In fact, studies have shown that it has anti-seizure properties! It has even treated seizures that could not be treated by conventional anti-convulsants. Here are some of the most important advantages of CBD: 1. CBD Doesn’t Cause The Side Effects Of Conventional Anti-Convulsants:…
Every day, millions of people around the world struggle with the effects of serious and chronic illnesses. As chemical medicines begin to fall out of favor, many of these individuals have been seeking alternative ways to manage and even cure their various illnesses. To this end, many people have turned to natural and plant-based materials…
CBD As A Potential Treatment for Psychosis CBD is an abbreviation for the compound known as “cannibidiol.” Surely you’ve heard something about CBD oil by now. The product comes up when discussing pain and symptom management for people suffering from multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, cancer, arthritis and other illnesses, because it works. But did you know…
CBD Relieves Pain At one point in someone’s life or another, they can experience pain anywhere in their body. These days, one can take comfort in the idea that a natural remedy for this does exist. The societal stigmas placed on this remedy still keeps it muted, but CBD is an amazing and natural way…
The History of Hemp: From Everyday Use, to Prohibition, and Back Again Hemp cultivation began around 8,000 B.C. in modern-day Taiwan. The plant conditioned the soil and absorbed excess water, preventing crops from rotting. Hemp’s tall stalks shaded crops and livestock. Its sprawling root system interlaced with the roots of other plants, giving them additional support. Hemp…
From the Beginning What is Cannabidiol (CBD)? CBD is a compound from the resin in the buds and flowers and stalks of the cannabis and hemp plants. It does not produce a high, but has many affects in the brain none-the-less. Between animal studies and personal stories from those who have tried it, CBD has…
How the Brain Works Human brains are loaded with special cells called neurons that use chemical messengers to talk to each other and the rest of the body. These messengers are called neurotransmitters: you’ve probably heard of the popular ones like serotonin and dopamine. In order to send and receive messages, neurons have to be…
Cannabidiol (CBD) products are becoming more and more popular to remedy pain and inflammation and a variety of different injuries, as well as, mental and physical ailments. With the rising popularity, you might be wondering what exactly CBD tastes like. Today, CBD is incorporated into many different products. From vape cartridges to oils to certain…
The Social Stigma Surrounding Marijuana With marijuana becoming more commonly used for medical and recreational purposes, the United States is seeing more tolerant and even embracing attitude towards the plant and all its uses. So much so that legislation has made cannabis consumption legal for 25 percent of the population. However cannabis’ status as a…
Imagine a beautiful beach sunset. The shore isn’t too crowded so your friends and family have plenty of room to spread out. The waves are mesmerizing, gently and continuously crashing. Everyone is playing in the salty water, splashing each other, laughing, and having fun. Down the shoreline, another couple is building an enormous sandcastle. What…
Why is Laughter Important? As we grow older, it can be difficult to find a reason to smile, let alone have a huge belly laugh. Come on, when was the last time you enjoyed yourself so much that you joyfully and fully laughed, without a care about who was watching? Getting older can be painful…
The use of CBD to help people heal their mind, body, and spirit is definitely on the rise. You may be wondering what all of the fuss is about and what exactly it feels like inside of your body when you take CBD. Hopefully this article will clear up some questions for you. Feel A…
About CBD oil CBD is a compound extracted from cannabis plants. It has been shown to have many positive health benefits, both in animal and human studies. It’s been shown to treat symptoms of anxiety, epilepsy and even prevent neuro-degenerative diseases. There is a slight difference when you compare CBD from different cannabis plants. There…
You’ve probably heard a lot about both marijuana and hemp, and you may be wondering what the difference is. Marijuana and hemp are both part of the cannabis plant family. However, the differences quickly becomes apparent when you look at the substances they contain and what they’re bred for. Hemp contains only a very small,…
You’ve probably been hearing a lot about CBD lately, and you may be wondering if all of the hype is true. Cannabidiol, which many people use in oil form, has many health benefits. It can be used for pain relief, to calm an anxious mind, it has anti-seizure properties, the list goes on and on.…
CBD is quickly becoming a leading natural remedy for pain and inflammation in the health world. The hemp-derived oil, which is 100% legal in most states if the THC content is under .03%, is being used in a variety of ways to relieve pain and inflammation, help with anxiety and depression, and plethora of other…
Neurodegenerative diseases, like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, affect millions of people across the world. Many of these diseases currently have no cures; the available treatment methods manage the symptoms, rather than attacking the root cause of the degeneration. CBD is a promising treatment option for people suffering from these diseases, as this cannabidiol may reduce the…
It seems like everyone is talking about CBD oil. Maybe that’s because recent medical research has shown that hemp-derived cannabidiol oil can help treat arthritis and chronic joint pain. This extract from the cannabis plant appears to have properties that can alleviate the painful symptoms associated with pain in the body’s joints. According to Medical…
Leonard Marshall, former Giants defensive end, is excited to hear the news from the BIG3 basketball league: the organization has decided to allow its players to use cannabidiol (CBD) for recovery and pain management. He told the Daily News, “I think it’s a major move.” It is major indeed; the BIG3 is one of the…
Why Are We Just Hearing About CBD? CBD oil, derived from the hemp plant, is a non-psychoactive substance that has been gaining worldwide attention for its positive medicinal effects. The hype surrounding CBD oil is a pretty recent phenomenon, even though it has been used by ancient societies. So why are people just hearing about…
Are you suffering from IBD symptoms with little to no relief? At BlueSkyFarmsCBD, we regularly get asked about CBD oil for inflammatory bowel disease because people have heard so much about it. Legal THC-free CBD oil has been shown to be an effective therapy for many physical and mental health conditions. Sufferers of inflammatory bowel…