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Mood disorders are some of the most misunderstood mental health issues because they’re hard to diagnose. There are prescription medications that can help, and for some people, these are exactly what they need!

But for others, they’re either not the right option...or they’re just not enough. CBD has helped people with a wide variety of issues, but can it help those with mood disorders?

Hopefully, by now you know that CBD (cannabidiol) is the non-psychoactive cannabinoid that promotes health benefits without the side-effects of prescription drugs. Some are taking it to help them sleep, to lessen anxiety and pain, and some are even using it to soothe neurological issues. For maximum CBD perks, however, you should consider using CBD Oil.

If you need the maximum healing benefits of CBD, then you should be using CBD Oil. Don’t believe us? Here are 5 reasons why you should!

Even after the effects have worn off, CBD can still be in your system. But how long exactly? 

This is important information to be aware of. Like maybe you’re worried about CBD showing up on a pre-employment drug screening. Or you don't want CBD to mix with a medication you're about to take.

No matter the reason, read on to discover the key tips to help you figure out how long CBD may stay in your system.

Compared with mainstream medicines, CBD offers a uniquely holistic healing effect — in addition to easing physical ailments like aches and pains, this powerful compound also benefits the mind.

While mountains of research still need to be tackled, early findings indicate that CBD helps to improve focus and clear away the dreaded brain fog, helping users to maintain a high degree of mental clarity and flexibility. 

These benefits aren’t due to any one specific property of CBD, but rather to a combination of many of CBD’s diverse effects. To stimulate your brain, we’ve outlined a few of these factors below.

Did you know that CBD oil is not just good for you but your dog too?

This is phenomenal news for dog breeds prone to anxiety, for older dogs with joint pain, and it’s especially good news for dog owners who don’t want to see their furry friends in pain. But how much CBD Oil does your dog need? 

Just like with people, it varies. Different size dogs will require different doses. Plus, some dogs might not need a lot of CBD for them to start feeling better. We’ve put together a few key points to consider to help you figure it out.

Like an obnoxious party guest or your lout of an uncle, pain can be a real pain in the butt. When it shows up, it reduces an otherwise fun, productive, or exciting day into a real disappointment. The trouble with pain is that it has many sprawling effects. Pain can be debilitating, especially when it becomes continuous or chronic due to injuries, diseases, or disorders.

Thankfully, scientists are working to uncover new remedies and methods to mitigate pain. One of the most promising avenues they are exploring deals with Cannabidiol, or CBD. 

Pregnancy is a beautiful time in a woman’s life, but it can also be a very uncomfortable, stressful and nauseating time in a woman’s life, too.

It usually brings on a slew of symptoms, sometimes even before you see the two lines on a positive pregnancy test. Although there are prescription medications that you can take to help manage some of these symptoms, you may be interested in knowing that there may be a more natural remedy available as well - CBD.

To learn more about the many potential perks of CBD oil during pregnancy, check out the information below!

Over the last several decades, scientists and physicians have explored how cannabis affects the body and mind. One of the most important discoveries from this research has been the endocannabinoid system. Commonly called the ECS, this system was first identified in the early 1990s and is responsible for the healing and relaxing effects associated with cannabis and CBD.

If you’re interested in how CBD can provide you beneficial and healing effects, it pays to understand the basics of this fascinating system.

When you’re depressed, you would do almost anything to feel better. But even with that desperate desire to overcome depression, you might be reluctant to try medication. That’s understandable as many antidepressants come with a wide range of unpleasant side effects such as libido suppression, nausea, and weight gain.

CBD oil, in contrast, has very few side effects. Although the research on CBD oil and depression is sparse, it’s promising. In combination with psychotherapy, CBD oil may help relieve some depression symptoms. Read on to see what the research has found so far on CBD and depression. 

There are lots of claims surrounding the benefits of CBD, but can it offer relief for those suffering from Multiple Sclerosis?

If you search for cannabidiol (CBD) benefits, you’ll find results ranging from short-term relief of minor ailments to some downright miraculous benefits. For anyone who regularly suffers from aches and pains, anxiety, or even acne, CBD can offer temporary relief. But what if you’re suffering from something more severe? For example, could CBD help people who’ve been diagnosed with neurodegenerative diseases?

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, schizophrenia is one of the top leading causes of disability worldwide. Cannabidiol (CBD) has been found to have the potential for treating several mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD. But can it be used to treat a severe, chronic disorder like schizophrenia? It’s not yet clear whether CBD can totally replace antipsychotic medication, but studies reveal promising data. Read on to learn more.

If you’re like me, you’re a little obsessed with cannabidiol (CBD). Or maybe you’re just now getting into it and you’re doing some research to see what it’s all about. Either way, by now you’ve probably come across the term terpenes more than once.

But what exactly are they and what do they have to do with your CBD products? Some people are saying that they’re just like essential oils, which is both correct and incorrect. While they do have aromatic benefits, like essential oils, I wouldn’t recommend dabbing them on your wrists like perfume. Read on to find out everything we know about terpenes. 

The human body’s ability to heal itself is miraculous. Given the proper support, it can come back from almost anything. Many of today’s common ailments, including brain disease, can be linked at least tangentially to an imbalance in our endocannabinoid system.

Neuroplasticity, the natural change of brain neurons and synapses, is an essential process required for optimal brain health. In adults, this process slows as the number of synapses with dead ends increase. CBD slows this process by trimming these dead synapse ends, clearing the way for new pathways. But how exactly? Let's find out.

Recently, news reports across the country claim that employees have lost their jobs because of THC-positive drug screenings. These victims say they never used THC, just CBD. If CBD is supposed to be THC-free, why is this happening? And more importantly, what are the chances that, after consuming CBD, you'll fail a drug test?

When you’re stressed out, your body thinks it’s doing you a favor when it floods your system with adrenaline. This is because of your natural fight-or-flight response, aka the stress-response. But when it doesn’t understand what constitutes an actual threat...lots of things can suddenly seem threatening. Luckily, CBD can help you regain control by promoting a more balanced fight-or-flight response. 

According to the Centers for Disease Control, someone suffers from a stroke every forty seconds in the United States, with 15 million people affected worldwide each year. 

Thanks to multiple clinical studies conducted over the last twenty years, researchers have discovered that the administration of CBD following ischemic stroke proves to be very beneficial to recovery. Here's how.