Anyone unfamiliar with cannabidiol, or CBD, may be surprised to learn its association with weight loss. After all, the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) found in cannabis has long been known to do the exact opposite; stimulate appetite. However, now that medicinal cannabis is legal in more parts of the world, new research (linked below) has found that industrial hemp-derived CBD may have an effect on weight. How you ask? Read on and find out.

What is CBD and How Does it Work?

Cannabinoids are compounds found in cannabis, and CBD is one of over 100 known today! After THC, CBD is the second most plentiful cannabinoid, composing up to 40 percent of some cannabis extracts. While THC is known for its intoxicating effects, CBD doesn’t get you high.
Studies have shown that CBD may offer its benefits by stimulating certain receptors in our body’s endocannabinoid system and prolonging the effects of the “bliss molecule” anandamide. By allowing anandamide to remain in the body longer, it doesn’t just help soothe soreness but also helps in other areas as well. CBD may also support the body by helping to decrease the number of cytokines, which are inflammatory molecules. 
What does this all have to do with weight loss? Keep on reading…

Saving and investing are both important, but they’re not the same thing. While both can help you achieve a more comfortable financial future, consumers need to know the differences and when it’s best to save and when it’s best to invest.
The biggest difference between saving and investing is the risk versus the reward. Saving typically allows you to earn a lower return but with virtually no risk. In contrast, investing allows you to earn a higher return, but you take on the risk of loss in order to do so.
Here are the key differences between the two – and why you need both of these strategies to help build wealth.

As more states make adult-use marijuana legal, and the stigma lessens, researchers are paying more attention to the medical benefits of cannabis. We’ve long known that cannabis is effective for treating a myriad of ailments, but we’re just now starting to scratch the surface of backing up anecdotal claims with scientific evidence. 

This miraculous plant can play a large part in improving our mental and physical health. Cannabis has shown promise in treating and improving a number of common issues and ailments, many of which can be debilitating. From something as simple as a headache to something much more serious such as tremors from Parkinson’s disease, cannabis may have a role in alleviating the symptoms of ailments across the spectrum.

​Of course, traditional pharmaceutical medicines are the typical treatment of choice for many medical issues. And while they may be effective, they aren’t without their side effects.
Research is emerging that shows cannabis could be an effective supplement to conventional medications or may even be effective enough to serve as a standalone option. Research around medical cannabis is still in its early stages, so there’s a lot we don’t know. 

Read on to learn more about how medical cannabis works, ailments it could affect, and different ways you can enjoy cannabis. 

The importance of reading cannot be emphasised enough in young children, and we as parents need to make every day reading a high priority.

​Many studies show that toddlers and pre-schoolers who are read to every day have a larger vocabulary than those who aren’t read to at all. It turns out that reading there are many advantages and benefits of reading. 

Not only does reading enhance a child’s vocabulary, and to help them understand how to read and write, but reading aloud to children also helps them to understand different topics about the world and every day life.

Properly storing CBD products and other hemp oil supplements is key to preserving their freshness and making sure the cannabinoids don’t degrade or break down prematurely. You want to be able to get the maximum benefits from these products, and by observing the best practice when it comes to storing them, you don’t only extend their shelf life, you also preserve their potency. 
There are three things hemp oil supplements don’t get along well with heat, light, and oxygen. So to make sure your CBD products are not compromised, always keep them in a place where these elements are well controlled. Here are a few things you need to remember when it comes to storing CBD products:

1. Store CBD products in a cool place

Prolonged exposure to heat will definitely ruin your stash of hemp oil supplements and other CBD products. If you’re looking for a place to store them, make sure it’s never near appliances that produce heat like an oven, dryer, heater, or even the refrigerator. CBD oil does not have to be refrigerated, however, if you live in a hot, humid place it is a good idea to store it inside the fridge. The low temperature inside the fridge might thicken your CBD oil, so if this happens, just place the bottle under warm water and it should be ready for consumption in a few minutes.

What Is Dementia? Symptoms, Types, and Diagnosis

Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning—thinking, remembering, and reasoning—and behavioral abilities to such an extent that it interferes with a person's daily life and activities. These functions include memory, language skills, visual perception, problem solving, self-management, and the ability to focus and pay attention. Some people with dementia cannot control their emotions, and their personalities may change. Dementia ranges in severity from the mildest stage, when it is just beginning to affect a person's functioning, to the most severe stage, when the person must depend completely on others for basic activities of living.

It’s the height of summer, making it a brilliant time to come together as a family and enjoy long sunny days. But what should you do?
There are so many fun family activities available, we’ve compiled 25 of them to set you on your way.

1. Visit museums

Educational and entertaining, museum trips have a knack of sticking in your memory, creating many positive moments for your young ones. Have a scan through Google to find out what’s on offer, or make it a day trip further afield to
Take a look at this video to find out why visiting museums is a good choice:

Everyone reacts to hemp’s unique flavor a little differently; some say it’s shockingly unpleasant while others love it. In this blog, you’ll learn why hemp tastes the way it does, what you can do to improve the taste, and what products are flavored to taste great.

Different Flavors for Different Brands
When you swap between different brands of hemp oil, don’t expect the flavor to be the same. Not only does hemp’s taste differ between harvests, but you can also bet it will differ between farms.
Hemp oil is commonly sourced from farms in Europe and the United States. As you can imagine from the sheer span of these locations, farmers are bound to use different seeds and methods.

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