Blog posts in November 2015

Sgt. Patient is a blog series where veterans can publicly or anonymously share their stories. Mike from Arizona shares his story of how multiple tours and serious injuries left him with debilitating conditions and how cannabis has helped him avoid many of the harmful meds prescribed by the VA...

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a derivative of cannabis that does not produce the "high" caused by THC. Because it lacks the psychoactive effects, CBD oil is legal in the US and UK. Case studies show it may be the key to curing PTSD...

Jonathan Greenberg suffers from severe osteoarthritis and has already had three knee surgeries though he is only 28 years old. You can understand his excitement when he discovered a 2013 study showing "activating the cannabinoid receptors that are drastically reduced in osteoarthritis patients reduced inflammation, thus reducing pain," which means cannabis may provide the relief he's been looking for! Here, "Little Jon" shares his personal story and hope for the future of joint pain sufferers...

Julianna Carella of Auntie Dolores explains how combining cannabis with other superfoods can increase vitality and energy flow in the body and brain and help to recharge the immune system, create balance, and stimulate our bodies and our minds...

We are incredibly grateful to the brave men and women who have served our country as members of the US Armed Forces. It’s heartbreaking that so many veterans, although thankfully alive, are now living with debilitating cases of PTSD. To honor these brave souls who simply want to lead full and productive lives, we’ve put together this list to help you better understand the connection between cannabis and PTSD; a topic which deserves much more attention.