Endocannabinoids are cannabinoids which are made by the body, endo meaning internal, within. * 2 Major endocannabinoids are Anandamide and 2-Arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG) * Anandamide: 1st endocannabinoid to be identified in 1992. Name from Sanskrit means bliss, referring to the effects on the body and mind. * 2-AG: Identified in 1995 Found in higher concentrations in the brain. * Contact us today and be matched with a Cannabis Care Consultant and begin your personalized cannabis journey! * Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! @CannaHealthandWellness *

Welcome to our first addition of; * Cannabinoid Friday * Today we will review the ever famous and sometimes infamous THC. This misunderstood molecule□ has been portrayed in films like "Up in Smoke", and "Reefer Madness". * Today we hope to shed some light on this molecule and the healing properties it posseses. * THC was discovered □ by Raphael Mechoulam in 1969. * THC is the compound most often associated with marijuana. It is one of the most prevalent cannabinoids found in the plant — sometimes occurring at concentrations up to 30%. * Apart from being psychoactive, THC has many other effects. One of its most well-known benefits is its ability to reduce nausea and vomiting □. * THC will also bind with CB2 receptors located outside of our central nervous system in places like our immune system, respiratory system and our skin. CB2 receptors produce no euphoria aka "high", but do allow for medicinal benefits from THC like anti-inflammation. * Side effects of THC include an increased heart rate□ , bloodshot eyes□, dry mouth, dizziness, sedation, as well as cognitive and motor impairments. * The medicinal applications for THC are undeniable. As a result, pharmaceutical □companies are now creating synthetic versions of THC to treat patients who suffer from conditions THC has shown to treat. * Why is it necessary for man to synthesize what mother nature has already perfected□□□‍♀️ * Contact us □□today to be matched with a Cannabis Care Consultant and begin your personalized cannabis journey! * Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! @CannaHealthandWellness *

Terpenes can be found in not only cannabis but in all plants □□. The medicinal value of these molecules are still being researched so we can further understand the power of the cannabis plant. Terpenes play a key role in creating the "entourage effect". * Over the coming weeks we will review □□□‍□ the most prominent and prevalent cannabis terpenes.... * □WELCOME TO TERPENE TUESDAY!!□ * Contact us today to be matched with a Cannabis Care Consultant, and begin your personalized cannabis journey! * Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @CannaHealthAndWellnessLLC

We would like to introduce you to some amazing molecules; cannabis cannabinoids. * * Each one of these molecules have very unique properties, with amazing healing power. * Stay tuned as we will dig into each one of these molecules to understand the potential healing power □□‍♀️□□‍♂️□□ they posses. * Contact us □□today to be matched with a Cannabis Care Consultant and begin your personalized cannabis journey!https://www.facebook.com/CannaHealthandWellnessllc/ https://www.twitter.com/cannahealthllc/

As we continue our canna-journey dissecting this incredible plant□□ we will review □ the differences between Sativa, Indica and Hybrid strains of the marijuana flower □ Although subtle□□ differences separate these plants □, the end results in how the body is effected can be drastic □ □. Please make sure to always medicate responsibly, know your medication, and how it effects your body. We always advocate for patients to keep a cannabis therapy journal □ ✍□ in order to have the best chances for success □ □□ * Contact us □ today to be matched with a Cannabis Care Consultant and begin your personalized cannabis journey! Instagram@cannahealthandwellness https://www.facebook.com/CannaHealthandWellnessllc/ Twitter.com/cannahealthllc

When we are under stress, either physical or emotional, our ECS is the first to respond to help bring us back to homeostasis aka the Goldilocks Zone □□□□□, helping to keep us, “Not too hot” □ and “Not too cold” □ but “Just Right!” □□□ Contact us today to be matched with a Cannabis Care Consultant and start your personalized cannabis journey. Instagram@cannahealthandwellnessllc https://www.facebook.com/CannaHealthandWellnessllc/ Twitter.com/cannahealthLLC

There is a lot of confusion over what is considered, "Cannabis", "Hemp", and "Marijuana". This subject can get very detailed and sometimes too much so for most people. We want to bring you what is considered the basics of "cannabis", "hemp", and "marijuana". These are the terms used today in most states where medical cannabis is legal and CBD medicine is available for purchase. We will attempt to peel back the layers of this incredible plant little by little in hopes to help shine the spotlight on the amazing features and potential medical benefits.