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What are the Signs and Symptoms of Atlas Subluxation Complex (ASC)?
By Dr. Grayson Blom - Boise, Idaho

The very first bone in the neck is called Atlas or C1 for short and it is a ring like bone at the junction where the head and neck meet.  The second neck bone is called Axis or C2 for short and is found just below Atlas.  Atlas and Axis together are commonly referred to as the upper cervical spine.  The Atlas and Axis are in close proximity to a portion of your central nervous system called the brain stem.  The brain stem controls and coordinates virtually all of your body's vital functions.  When damage to the connective tissues occurs due to accidents and injuries, Atlas and Axis can misalign and lock into a stressed abnormal position, resulting in pressure, tension, irritation, disruption to blood flow and cerebrospinal fluid circulation. Atlas/Axis subluxation will also result in Postural Distortion in the spine below.

It is critical to note that an Atlas, Axis Subluxation will remain stuck in its abnormal configuration slowly causing health problems over time, with the average time to onset of symptoms being 10-15 years.  

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​Signs and Symptoms of Atlas Subluxation Complex

​Here is a list of some of the most common signs and symptoms of Atlas Subluxation Complex. Please note that the average case we see in the office will have at least 3 of the following signs and symptoms.

1.    Neck Pain, Stiffness, Muscle Ache
2.    Headaches that frequently involve the base of the skull and radiate usually to one side of the head.
3.    Migraine's that not only produce a throbbing pain but may cause visual disturbance, nausea, or vomiting.
4.    Vertigo, Dizziness, Faintness, ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and some types of hearing loss.
5.    Facial Pain or Palsy (Trigeminal Neuralgia, Bells Palsy)
6.    Grating or crackling sounds in the neck or at the base of the skull when turning  the head or neck.
7.    Inability to fully turn or lean your head to one side or the other (loss of range of motion).
8.    Shoulder pain that is commonly between the shoulder blades but can occur between the neck and shoulder area as well.
9.    Jaw pain that is typically behind the jaw or close to the ear.
10.    Postural Distortion:
          a.    Head Tilt
          b.    Shoulder Tilt
          c.    Pelvic Tilt
          d.    Short Leg
          e.    Please note that head, shoulder, rib cage, and pelvic rotation can also occur.
11.    Chest or Rib ache, discomfort, or pain From Postural Distortion.
12.    Nerve root irritation can occur at the resulting stress points along the spine.
13.    Radiating arm pain, shoulder pain and leg pain (sciatica) can develop through nerve root tension and irritation.
14.    Low back pain and spinal disc damage occur over time due to Postural Distortion.
15.    Hip, knee, or ankle pain and dysfunction typically on the side of the short leg.
16.    Brain congestion due to mechanical blockage of blood flow, particularly venous drainage and cerebrospinal fluid circulation. (Current research is pointing to neurodegenerative disorders developing over time due to long term brain congestion).
17.    High Blood Pressure (neurologically based)
18.    Vagus nerve disruption can present as heart, lung, stomach, digestive, and bowl disorders.
19.    Dysautonomia due to imbalance between sympathetic (fight or flight system) and parasympathetic (rest and digest system) nervous system which most commonly results in over-activity of the fight or flight response leading to a chronic stress state.
20.    Difficulty sleeping, insomnia and some cases grind their teeth at night (bruxism).

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Atlas Subluxation Complex (ASC) Doctors in Boise Idaho

Dr. Grayson Blom is an Upper Cervical Chiropractic specialist located in Boise Idaho.  Specializing in the detection and correction of Atlas Subluxation Complex (ASC).  If you suspect you are suffering from Atlas Subluxation Complex (ASC) we invite you to give us a call to schedule a consultation to determine if you are a candidate for care.  You can call (208) 559-0541 or "click" to schedule.  

SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION WITH DR. BLOM

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REFERENCES:

1. Eriksen, K. Upper Cervical Subluxation Complex: A review of the chiropractic and medical literature. (2004)
2. Eriksen, K. Rochester, R.P. Orthospinology Procedures: An evidence based approach to spinal care. (2007)
3. Thomas, M.D. NUCCA Protocols and Perspectives: A textbook for the national upper cervical chiropractic association. First Edition. (2002)
4. Palmer, B.J. The Subluxation Specific Adjustment Specific, Davenport IA, (1934)
5. Palmer, B.J. Chiropractic Clinical Controlled Research. Davenport, IA, (1951)
6. Upper Cervical Diplomate Program, Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic. Spartanburg, SC, (2005)
7. Upper Cervical Diplomate Program, ICA Council on Upper Cervical Care, (20

COCONUT OIL and CANDIDA

Most people don’t even know they have candida. Surprisingly, it infects as much as 70% of the world’s population.1 It’s an overgrowth of fungus in your gut. But it affects your whole body. High stress, sugar, processed foods, and antibiotics are mostly to blame.2
And it’s sneaky. Candida causes symptoms that don’t seem related… Sinus infections, blurred vision, moodiness, sugar cravings, and fatigue, just to name a few.
So if you’re treating symptoms individually without knowing what’s really causing them, you’re not doing much to destroy the harmful overgrowth itself.
Doctors usually prescribe fluconazole. There are just a couple of problems with that. For one, a single round is rarely effective. Even worse, it causes nasty side effects like vomiting, diarrhea, and dizziness.3
Your best bet is to treat the condition naturally. How? With a candida-destroying diet.
You can starve out the fungus by eating a diet low in sugar, and high in protein and vegetables. But there are also certain foods that actively fight fungus…

Coconut oil, in fact, is just as effective as fluconazole for treating candida.4 It’s antifungal and contains fatty acids like lauric acid. These acids attack the cell wall of the fungus. This causes the cell wall to disintegrate.5
That’s pretty powerful for something that sits on your kitchen counter! And in countries where they eat the most coconut oil—Thailand and the Philippines—the candida rates are much lower.6 That’s no coincidence.
You see, countries that consume coconut oil not only have lower rates of candida, they have very low rates of Alzheimer’s. There’s a connection. One U.S. doctor even reversed her husband’s Alzheimer’s symptoms in seven days. Read how she did it—become a member today to get this issue. You’ll have exclusive access to all of our in-depth natural healing reports.
Now, if you’ve read any of our Health Watch alerts on the amazing benefits of coconut oil, you know to replace some of your cooking oils with coconut oil.
It keeps for a long time without having to be refrigerated. You can heat it to high temperatures without losing the beneficial properties.
Consuming coconut oil can prevent and end candida. You’ll still need to practice other healthy habits—like reducing your sugar intake, decreasing stress, and eating a balanced diet.
In fact, fighting candida may be even more critical than experts first thought. Stunning new research now suggests a link between candida and cancer.
In one study, the Journal of Infection found it was present in at least 88% of cancer patients. That’s no coincidence. It might even be more. So it doesn’t matter if you’re a man or a woman. You’re at risk no matter what. That’s why it’s so important you go HERE now for urgent details, including the three triggers that make candida spread, the test that shows if you have it, and the three natural treatments to eradicate it for good.
In Good Health,

Angela Salerno
Executive Director, INH Health Watch
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References:
1 http://web.clark.edu/tkibota/240/Disease/Candidiasis.pdf
2 http://www.medicinenet.com/fluconazole/page2.htm
3 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17651080
4 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC90807
5 Bruce Fife and Conrado s. Dayrit. (2005). Coconut Cures: Preventing and Treating Common Health Problems with Coconut (1^st ed). Colorado Springs: Piccadilly Books, Ltd.

CBD and CANDIDA

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I’ve been researching cannabidiol (CBD) oil lately after hearing amazing health benefits, and I’m floored by what I’m uncovering. Is this cannabinoid that’s been just out of our legal reach a miracle cure for cancer, epilepsy, anxiety, insomnia, and more?
Additionally I’ve been using the oil myself recently for anxiety and to lower blood pressure, and the positive effects have been nothing short of astounding.

What is CBD?

Cannabidiol is one of the two main cannabinoids in marijuana (cannabis), and it has a non-psychoactive effect (read: it won’t get you high). Cannabinoids are the chemical compounds present in cannabis that act on cannabinoid receptors in cells that release and repress neurotransmitters in the brain. That’s right: we have cannabinoid receptors in our brain specifically designed to interact with cannabis molecules.

You’re probably familiar with THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, the other main cannabinoid in marijuana that does have psychoactive properties (read: it gets you high). Though both THC and CBD are safe and non-toxic (there are no recorded cases of overdose fatalities attributed to cannabis), THC causes a release of dopamine in the brain while suppressing GABA, the neurotransmitter responsible for relaxation and feelings of wellbeing. This is one reason why people who take too much THC or smoke too much pot get anxious or paranoid along with their buzz. I can attest from my pot-smoking college days that getting too high is super unpleasant; it can trigger panic attacks and psychotic episodes. CBD has the opposite effect, however. It counteracts the effects of THC and can protect marijuana users from getting too high and experiencing psychosis. It’s actually being tested as a an antipsychotic for people with schizophrenia.

CBD vs Hemp Oil

CBD and CBD oil come from hemp, but it’s not the hemp oil you see at the store. Hemp oil is made from hemp seeds or stalks, and proper CBD oil is made from hemp flowers and leaves. Hemp is naturally rich in CBD while marijuana plants are rich in THC.
Medical cannabis has been selectively bred for varying amounts of THC, but hemp plants are primarily male and non-flowering, so they have a low THC content. Although marijuana is mostly illegal depending on where you live, CBD is more easily attainable and somewhat legal as long as the THC content is super low, under 0.3% I believe. The laws are still pretty murky, however.
True CBD oil is made by extracting the oil from hemp flowers and leaves using solvents, carbon, or carrier oils like olive oil. It’s then used as a tincture, in topical creams, edibles, or a liquid. CBD is also available in powderized form in capsules at higher doses. Delivery methods discussed in more detail below.

BOTTOM LINE: Hemp oil and CBD oil are not the same thing! I’ve been approached by countless manufacturers of hemp oils and hemp seed oils, asking me to mention their products in this post. They’re often prohibitively expensive, $100 or more for an ounce, and don’t have the same benefits as true CBD oil, though hemp oil does contain good fatty acids and is anti-inflammatory.
Hemp oil, which is typically produced from hemp stalks, seeds, and stems, contains low levels of CBD – typically less than 25 parts per million – while CBD oil can be up to 15 percent CBD. Because the plants are related, some unscrupulous sellers of hemp oil are trying to market it for its medicinal value, which is negligible, so be aware of this. (source) Remember that hemp oil comes from the seeds of the hemp plant, and CBD is extracted from the flowers. This site offers unbiased CBD reviews, but as of now I would only buy CBD oil through a dispensary.

What Does CBD Do?

Users report that CBD has a relaxing, sedative effect on the body without the fuzzy mind high of using cannabis (and no risk of using too much and freaking out). For me, it usually produces a deep and relaxing state of calm. Sometimes I don’t even notice anything until I realize how pleasant I’m feeling.
The main uses for which I recommend CBD are to combat anxiety, insomnia, and pain and to lower blood pressure (note that if you have low blood pressure or are on blood pressure meds, you’ll need to monitor your pressure so it doesn’t drop too low). I would also highly recommend it for cancer and seizures. Its medicinal uses surpass those of any other cannabinoid, and it has been used for treating the following (source and source):

• reducing or preventing inflammation
• depression and anxiety disorders: PTSD, OCD panic attacks, social anxieties
• nausea
• diabetes
• hypertension
• alcoholism
• cancer
• schizophrenia
• rheumatoid & osteoarthritis
• epilepsy & seizures
• cardiovascular disease
• psychosis
• pain relief

Is CBD Oil Nature’s Miracle Cure?

You may have heard the story of Charlotte, the girl who was suffering up to 300 seizures per week at age 5 before her parents tried CBD oil after exhausting other treatment options. They were stunned when the seizures stopped almost completely, now occurring only 2-3 times monthly. Charlotte is now thriving. Scientists think the CBD quiets the excessive electrical and chemical activity in the brain that causes seizures.
We know that CBD has very strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. We also know that inflammation is a main cause of disease and pain, so CBD is really effective against inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, joint pain, and even IBS. It reportedly also has powerful pain reducing properties and could be used as a non-toxic and-non addictive alternative to opiate-based painkillers like vicodin.
Aside from seizures, I’ve been researching it and talking with folks who use it to combat anxiety, depression, and insomnia and have found that it’s very effective for all. In one case, the user (a male over age 70, the father of one of my clients) was able to drop all his blood pressure meds using CBD oil along with magnesium.  In my case, during a particularly stressful time. my blood pressure dropped 20 points in 2 days of taking just 15mg of CBD. Amazing. I’d also recommend it as a general tonic to help the body adapt to stress because it reduces elevated cortisol. You can also use it for your dogs (I haven’t read anything about cats); I’ve heard of at least one case where it’s stopped seizures in an older dog.
Because of CBD’s positive effects in reducing cortisol, it has a beneficial effect on the endocrine system and hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, which regulates your stress response. If you feel fried, wired, or unable to deal with life’s stressors, your HPA axis is likely dysregulated. CBD also reduces blood sugar levels. Check out the research here.
Initial studies on CBD and cancer are very promising. CBD may support apoptosis (programmed cell death that rids the body of old and damaged cells) and may also be effective against breast cancer by killing breast cancer cells.

How to Use CBD Oil

CBD is still classified as schedule 1 drug in the United States, and it’s not super easy to get the best quality CBD oil. As awareness is spreading, it’s getting easier. You want to be very careful about quality standards and extraction methods to ensure you are not getting an end product that has hexanes, mycotoxins, mold, pesticides, or other toxic solvents.
I live in San Francisco where marijuana laws are fairly liberal, but I really don’t know the legal ins and outs of obtaining CBD oil in other states (aside from Colorado, Washington, and other states where it’s all legal!). In San Francisco, if you have any of the conditions I’ve mentioned, it’s easy to get a medical marijuana card which gives you access to high quality CBD oil in addition to medical marijuana.
I have used and recommend these CBD oils, but as far as I know you can only obtain them from a dispensary. This one has been recommended to me also, but I haven’t tried it yet. It actually does contain CBD in addition to hemp oil (many labels will say hemp oil only) and has stringent quality standards. There are a lot of pricey CBD oils out there, so check the dosages and manufacturing practice. You want to be able to easily take up to 30mg per dose, so if an entire bottle only provides 5mg, it may not be strong enough to work.
I recommend the oil because it’s the easiest way to start with a low dose and move up. You don’t know what your body needs and how you’ll react, so start on the lower end of the spectrum with a 5mg dose in a tincture (usually a few drops, depending) and work your way up. Remember, it’s not addictive and there’s no risk of overdose, but I have heard users report that too much can make you “fuzzy.” This will heavily depend on the CBD:THC ratio. The tinctures are at the lower end of price spectrum, less than $100 and averaging $60 or so. Because this is a new industry, demand hasn’t driven supply, so it’s still pretty pricey.

What Will CBD Do to Me?

If you’ve dosed correctly, you should notice reduction in your symptoms, whether that’s anxiety, pain, or insomnia. If you don’t feel any improvement, move your dose up day by day until you feel better. Note that you should use the oil consistently every day to get the best results. You can take as much as 100 mg or more (which, as far as I can tell, is impossible to find as a dosage in any quality CBD product unfortunately, though I HAVE seen these dosages in hemp oil), whatever works for you.
If you need a higher dose, you may want to consider the powder form in capsules, but they’re more pricey. The caps usually start around 25mg per pill. Other methods of delivery include vaporizers where you get a liquid combustible form for very quick delivery into bloodstream via inhaling, like an e-cig (I haven’t researched the potential carcinogenic effects of this though). Apparently the topical creams work great for eczema and psoriasis.
The effects should last a couple of hours. If you’re using it for chronic anxiety, I’d recommend also using adrenal support and possibly some neurotransmitter support. The great thing about CBD is that unlike THC, it won’t disrupt and suppress your feel-good neurotransmitters.
In terms of potential bad side effects, I didn’t once come across anything negative about CBD oil in my extensive research. The only unfavorable review I saw was one person who claimed it didn’t work. That’s a much safer profile than many FDA-approved pharmaceutical drugs.
We still don’t know all that much about CBD quite yet. The FDA has been testing a CBD-based drug for children with epilepsy, but there aren’t any other major clinical trials to date. There is tons of research on using cannabidiol for over 23 diseases and conditions from cancer to parkinson’s to hypertension, and you can check that out here.

Resources

Recent research on medical marijuana
How to use CBD oilCBD explained
Hemp oil uses and benefits, good explanation of hemp oil vs CBD

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1. 

   Beth on 29 September, 2015 at 7:40 pm

   Thank you for sharing this. I am always interested to hear of peoples success with CBD from Hemp. I am always asked if it works well and personally have never seen the Hemp heal. I thought the CBD in Colorado that Charlotte used was from a Cannabis plant? I will have to look into that more. I have MS and Lyme Disease and use a nightly oil made from Cannabis that is more THC dominant and have had great success. Along with Dr. Wahls paleo diet I have gotten my life back after 8 years of suffering. I am lucky that Cannabis is legal in the State of Oregon and I have access to it but many others do not and I would love to be able to offer them a legal alternative.
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   admin on 29 September, 2015 at 7:57 pm

   Hemp and marijuana come from the same plant: the cannabis plant. The strains all have varying levels of THC and CBD. Charlotte’s Web is the strain you’re referencing, and it has less than .3% THC and is a CBD-rich strain. More here: https://www.leafly.com/sativa/charlottes-web
   Glad to hear you’ve found relief with diet and THC!
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   Rodney Layton on 3 May, 2016 at 2:38 pm

   Hi. I started using CBD tincture made from cannabis not Industrial hemp. I have noticed a huge difference in just about everything in my life from pain relief to better mood to not wanting to consume things that are bad for me ( alcohol, pharmaceuticals , cigarettes ect.. I also started giving small amounts to my 18yr old cat who was very sick and I thought she was dying. I’m happy to say that she is doing great and I feel like she is getting younger everyday. Thank You Mother Nature for Cannabis. Make sure you do your research and get the best medicine you can find. Don’t buy CBD made from industrial hemp. It won’t work and it might even be bad for you….
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   Mary Vance, NC on 4 May, 2016 at 3:43 pm

   Great testimonial!
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   Gus Murphy on 26 May, 2016 at 5:59 am

   Thanks for the post, CBD effective in anxiety, seizures and chronic pain.
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   David on 29 July, 2016 at 6:40 pm

   Hello.
   I’m a 30 year old male who takes CBD oil for anxiety. It’s really helpful. However, I am a bit concerned about negative effects it may have on my hormone levels. I enjoy a high sex drive and no man boobs, and would like to keep it that way.
   I was curious if you knew of any quality peer-reviewed evidence that sheds light on this topic. I’ve thus far been unable to find any.
   Thank you
   David
10. 

    Heidi on 1 October, 2016 at 1:46 pm

    heard from a doctor recently that hemp only contains cannabidiol and no THC, while the marijuana plant contains both THC and cannabidiol.
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    Mary Vance, NC on 3 October, 2016 at 12:21 pm

    Correct. Though there can be strains engineered to be only THC or THC and very low CBD.
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    Janice on 24 December, 2016 at 12:37 pm

    I was taking cbd oil for three days 2.5 and I was sick for three days dizzy and nauseous . So i quit taking it . I have fibromyalgia for 20 years and take no medications. I have low blood pressure and have to eat a lot of salt daily or drink powerade so it will be 110 over 70. If not it’s 85 over 55. If cbd is supposed to lower blood pressure I may never be able to take it. I am taking 0.5 the oil at night . I was dizzy as well all through the night but I cut back on the amount and I am no longer dizzy at night but do not take cbd. What are your thoughts.
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    Greg on 24 December, 2016 at 12:41 pm

    Hi I have high blood pressure and have been taking meds for that once a day. However it can spike up to 158 over 90 if I have too much stress. I am trying the cbd oil . How much do you think I should take and should I take and how often. Do you think thc oil or leaf would work at night better
    I am a college instructor. 51 year old male.
14. 

    Mary Vance, NC on 28 December, 2016 at 9:02 pm

    You could try black cumin seed oil instead.
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    Mary Vance, NC on 28 December, 2016 at 9:03 pm

    There are dosage directions in the post.
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    James on 27 February, 2017 at 1:12 pm

    I have been using CBD products from http://deltacbd.com and found that they have been very effective in helping with my anxiety. Used to have 10-15 panic attacks per week, however now i am down to maybe 5 per month. They do not have THC in their products which is why i can use them. Still great benefits though!
17. 

    Jessamyn Campbell on 13 March, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    Thank you Mary Vance for this blog. It has educated me and so many I have referred to it about CBD Oil.
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    Jessamyn Campbell on 13 March, 2017 at 1:37 pm

    Thank you Mary Vance for this blog. It has educated me and many others whom I have referred about CBD Oil. Thank you for being a part of the health revolution.
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    robertvadra on 3 April, 2017 at 2:17 am

    Thanks for this amazing blog…it is really informative for us. CBD oil can be used as alternative remedies for reduces anxiety, relieves pains and other life-impairing medical concerns. Keep it up!
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    High Dose CBD on 5 April, 2017 at 3:15 pm

    CBD is only one effective cannabinoid and it’s great to hear you are achieving great success using cannabidiol… it looks like all the media attention has really kicked things up for this wonderful healing herb
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    Linda Nelson on 23 April, 2017 at 10:17 am

    I would like to know what dosage of CBD oil per day for hypertension those of you have started with? I have CBD oil but don’t know the dosage to use. Any references to check would be greatly appreciated.
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    Mark on 25 April, 2017 at 9:25 am

    I’ve been using CBD on the quiet for the last week and have to say that so far it’s brilliant. I tend to stress very quickly and get anxious about situations plus I have all sorts of body pains but all that seems to be better so far -hopefully it’s not just a placebo and this is a long term solution. The reason I’m doing it “on the quiet” is because my wife hates cannabis – I used to smoke weed quite a bit and she hated me getting stoned although she admits that I was much more laid back (obviously) even though she didn’t like me being high. She also hates it when I smoke cigarettes (I only do it when I drink) so I have no idea how to broach the subject that I’m vaping CBD as I’m fairly sure she’ll go potty (no pun). Any advice?
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    Mary Vance, NC on 26 April, 2017 at 11:21 am

    Hi Mark, thanks for your comment. You might show her this post so she knows CBD has medicinal properties and is not psychotropic (doesn’t get you high). It can be used therapeutically for pain, insomnia, anxiety, cancer, etc and isn’t a party drug. Hope this helps.
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    Mary Vance, NC on 26 April, 2017 at 11:30 am

    Hi Linda, unfortunately there isn’t a lot of info on dosing CBD out there. Doses up to 100-150mg have been tolerated, but start out at 15-30mg and move up until you see results.
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    Dan Eyler on 24 May, 2017 at 8:39 pm

    What is the best kind of cbd to take and where do I get it I want to try it for my anxiety
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    Mary Vance, NC on 26 May, 2017 at 5:29 pm

    There are links in the post.
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    Tyson Shirey on 28 May, 2017 at 10:17 am

    I have been taking it for stress, insomnia. My HP axishas been all jacked up after my appendectomy because of all the ingested antibiotics. That really messed up my healthy gut bacteria which caused systemic candida overgrowth and gut dysbiosis. My panic attacks and lack of sleep has been destroying my life for over two years. This CBD oil has drastically helped my inflammation anxiety and insomnia . It has been a blessing! The only thing that I noticed negative is that if you take too much of it it can actually cause dizziness , Anxiety, and feeling of impending doom. Of course I am really sensitive to medication and I took a whole lot the first day. Hope this helps everybody . Start slow and work your way up and the CBD oil does nothing but positive results
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    highdosecbd.com on 14 June, 2017 at 5:56 am

    Cannabidiol (CBD) came out to the world in a big way after this simple plant chemical stopped an epileptic seizure in its tracks on U.S. national television. In the time since, many enthusiasts have realized that this miracle compound can stop spasms, calm anxiety, and soothe those in chronic pain. It really is nature’s miracle
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    Bob alverson on 27 July, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    Hi I’ve been taking cod oil for 4 months for back pain I have not felt much difference but my blood pressure has dropped a lot also cut down on my bp meds I am upping my dose to see if that will help with the pain. I am using a brand called etst high grade hemp CBC oil 1000 mg a bottle 1 ounce do you have any opinion of this product thanks
30. 

    Mary Vance, NC on 31 July, 2017 at 2:00 pm

    I haven’t heard of that product, but if it works for you, keep using it. The other option is try a different brand and see if it works better.
31. 

    JP on 31 July, 2017 at 9:28 pm

    Hi Mary –
    Thanks for the post! As someone with Hashimoto’s and Hypothyroidism, what are your thoughts on CBD oil and fertility/pregnancy?
    Thanks,
    JP
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    Mary Vance, NC on 31 July, 2017 at 10:11 pm

    That’s an interesting question. We don’t really know, because it hasn’t been studied extensively (or much at all). Smoking THC strains can affect male fertility and testosterone in particular. I’ve seen some claims that CBD may enhance fertility, but no data to back it up, so I’m just not sure.
33. 

    Matt Hartnett on 5 August, 2017 at 8:13 pm

    I want to treat my dog who has cancer with CBD Oil. I am overwhelmed by everything on the internet, can you suggest what to use and where to get it?
34. 

    pia on 21 August, 2017 at 6:57 am

    Hello Mary,
    My mother soffers from maculopathy and I would like to buy a CBD oil for her because I read that could help. But I dont really know where to get a good and trustable one which has a good ammount of cannabinoid.
    Thanks a lot!
35. 

    Greg on 22 August, 2017 at 10:28 pm

    can you get more into Hashimotos and possible curing effects of CBD? Or is there something else that works better??
    I am interested in both hbp control and Hashimotos. Could you please comment on those for me. I am interested,
36. 

    Mary Vance, NC on 23 August, 2017 at 11:33 am

    I don’t have any information on CBD and autoimmune disease/Hashimoto’s at this time. These posts may help you: https://www.maryvancenc.com/reversing-autoimmune-disease/
    https://www.maryvancenc.com/hashimotos-causes-treatments/
37. 

    Martin Jones on 31 August, 2017 at 8:01 am

    It’s true that the number of users of CBD is increasing day by day as it’s phenomenal medical benefits. I have personally experienced the effect of CBD. I had chronic pain and I started using CBD Oil. After some a few weeks, the pain had just gone. Now I am very happy that I finally got rid of the chronic pain.
38. 

    Bonnie on 14 September, 2017 at 6:20 pm

    Am totally excited about ordering & trying the CBD oil out rather than dealing with ever day opiate use that causes me depression and to not feel well. Great information also. Thank you!
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    Paul on 22 September, 2017 at 8:35 am

    I take CBD in the morning to have relaxed clarity/reduced headaches and in the evening for top notch sleep. I had Lymes disease from 2012-2015 so I am big into supplementation, and BioCBDplus has one of the most noticeable effects of anything I’ve experimented with. – Paul
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    Jeani on 29 September, 2017 at 7:06 am

    Where can I buy the CBD oil? Do you have an actual link from amazon.com or another quality site because the link in the post is not really helpful.
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    Mary Vance, NC on 29 September, 2017 at 11:11 am

    As I mention, it’s best to get CBD from a dispensary. I can’t vouch for quality otherwise, and legality is an issue. I linked to everything I may recommend in the post.
42. 

    James on 11 October, 2017 at 11:43 am

    I’m doing a paper for college on the beneficial uses of CBD Oil’s and was curious if I can use your image in it. It’s perfect to outline my entire paper. Thank you for this posting! I wish NC would legalize it already!
43. 

    Mary Vance, NC on 11 October, 2017 at 12:58 pm

    You can as long as you provide photo attribution (e.g. credit the image back to me and ideally link to the article).
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    Julie on 25 October, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    Dear Mary,
    I am 53 yr old woman. I lost my career and life to Fibromyalgia/CFS. I tried CBD Oil from a dispensary in my town for the very first time. The CBD oil was a 480 mg bottle of CBD only, no THC. I was careful to avoid having a panic attack with the THC. The seller said to take 1 full dropper (48 mg) per dose. I got very dizzy. The bottle says it has “terpenes” in it. I read up on Google and terpenes are like essential oils that give the pot plant aroma. Would those make me dizzy? Or is it the CBD oil? It really helped my pain but I got very dizzy and the dizziness made me nauseous.
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    Mary Vance, NC on 26 October, 2017 at 11:43 am

    Julie, it’s likely you started with much too high of a dose. As I mention, start with 10-15 mg and work up.
46. 

    Every Day Optimal CBD on 29 November, 2017 at 4:55 pm

    Hey Mary,
    Very informative article. We love how CBD is gaining more and more popularity as people turn away from traditional medicine and look for natural solutions. We would love to offer you a free bottle of one of our products to try. Please get in touch if interested!
47. 

    Mary Vance, NC on 30 November, 2017 at 6:02 pm

    Please get in touch via my contact page if you’d like me to review a product. Thanks!
48. 

    Cameron Page on 1 December, 2017 at 5:30 am

    Have you guys ever tried using cannabis for medical purposes? I have been diagnosed with glaucoma for almost a year now and I’ve
    been searching any alternative medicine that can help me then i came across this article that says marijuana can be used to treat
    and prevent glaucoma. I’ve been planning to try this kind of strain here in https://blog.bonzaseeds.com/purple-sour-diesel/ but i have no idea where to start or buy. Can you
    guys give me any tips or any ideas that can help? Thank you and God bless !!
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    chris on 2 December, 2017 at 11:29 am

    thanks for spreading awareness on CBD, its very good!
    but there seems to be an error in your information, it actually does NOT lower cortisol according to the very study you are citing.
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8257923
    “…decrease [from placebo] in cortisol levels was significantly attenuated[!] after CBD..” – and also the numbers they give show that cbd does not lower cortisol.
    i have seen the seemingly wrong information of cbd lowering cortisol many times now but i have yet to see a study which actually shows its power to lower cortisol.
50. 

    Mary Vance, NC on 2 December, 2017 at 4:06 pm

    That is not correct. There is plenty of research and quite a few studies showing CBD lowers cortisol (like the one linked in the post). Which makes sense because it has an overall calming effect on the endocrine system.
51. 

    WOndering on 26 December, 2017 at 3:27 pm

    I am wondering if cannabis oil helps or hurts candida. I have been taking it for about a month and have found some improvement in insomnia and anxiety, but I read somewhere else that it causes candida to spread. I have had a very dry/itchy private parts since I started CBD oil. Any insight would be appreciated
52. 

    Courtney Morgan on 18 January, 2018 at 3:55 pm

    I’m so appreciative for this type of platform, it gives us all opportunity to openly share our experiences without fear of shame. It is no longer a news that there is permanent cure to schizophrenia. My daughter was diagnosed of schizophrenia 15 years ago, over those time, I spent more time in hospital than out of hospital without much improvement. It was difficult and humbling, but we’re so proud that we’ve done it all to save her, finally she sign herself into using CONSUMMO treatment. She now think more clearly. She has grown as a person in all facets of life. She more compassionate, intelligent, wise, sociable, and actionable! For more detail on Consummo, kindly visit this blog curetoschizophrenia.blogspot.com, And if you have used this medicine, I will advice you create an awareness to help others. Thank you.
53. 

    Ricky Smith on 24 January, 2018 at 6:01 am

    Nice post.Great article.Awesome content.Thanks for sharing this informative blog post.
54. 

    Napasechnik on 12 February, 2018 at 8:05 am

    Mary, what you favorite cannabis strain?
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    Andrea on 21 February, 2018 at 10:35 am

    Hi Mary,
    I found your website and just purchased some CBD oil to lower my cortisol. However, I have to agree with Chris that the study you cited actually says it does not have that effect. It says that cortisol is lowered for the placebo group but that when CBD is introduced, that effect is “greatly attenuated” (meaning it does not have that effect). Could you please direct me to another study that shows that it does? Thank you,
    Andrea
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    Mary Vance, NC on 22 February, 2018 at 1:53 pm

    Andrea, here is one study: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8257923
    Ben Greenfield’s post links to many studies and is quite comprehensive: https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/article/supplements-articles/how-to-use-cbd-oil/
57. 

    Caroline Delph on 28 February, 2018 at 2:35 am

    My husband Reuben has been suffering from stomach cancer which was confirmed to be stage 4 and the doctor told me there was little she could do since he was not responding to treatment after many rounds of chemotherapy. We were helpless and in pain. I cannot watch my husband die. I started researching for alternative natural treatment and a friend in America told me about the cannabis oil and how it cured her father in law lung cancer. I was inform to contact Medicinal Marijuana Resources through email info@medicinalmarijuanaresources.com to get the cannabis oil. I obtain the cannabis oil and my husband started using it for treatment as directed. It was easy to dose and it worked effectively. My husband stomach cancer and pain was gone and we were surprised. We went for MRI scan to be sure and it was proven by the doctor that there is no cancer cells and my husband is very healthy and free from cancer. I felt its necessary I let others who are suffering from this acute disease that once you have a cannabis oil it can give a second chance of living.
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    Caroline Delph on 1 March, 2018 at 5:42 am

    My husband Reuben has been suffering from stomach cancer which was confirmed to be stage 4 and the doctor told me there was little she could do since he was not responding to treatment after many rounds of chemotherapy. We were helpless and in pain. I cannot watch my husband die. I started researching for alternative natural treatment and a friend in America told me about the cannabis oil and how it cured her father in law lung cancer. I was inform to contact Medicinal Marijuana Resources through email info@medicinalmarijuanaresources.com to get the cannabis oil. I obtain the cannabis oil and my husband started using it for treatment as directed. It was easy to dose and it worked effectively. My husband stomach cancer and pain was gone and we were surprised. We went for MRI scan to be sure and it was proven by the doctor that there is no cancer cells and my husband is very healthy and free from cancer. I felt its necessary I let others who are suffering from this acute disease that once you have a cannabis oil it can give a second chance of living.
59. 

    Jose on 5 March, 2018 at 4:10 pm

    Hi, I was wondering if this would be a good replacement for high blood pressure medicine, my bp is in the 130s and I been wanting to stop taking my meds.
60. 

    Mary Vance, NC on 5 March, 2018 at 6:10 pm

    Jose, You would need to work with your doctor on this. People do find that CBD can help them reduce their BP meds, but you’d need to be monitored by a doctor and work on improving other lifestyle habits: diet, sleep, exercise, stress.
61. 

    Toby on 13 March, 2018 at 3:17 pm

    Is it safe to take CBD oil together with mirtazapine?
62. 

    Mary Vance, NC on 13 March, 2018 at 6:28 pm

    Toby, you’d need to ask your doctor.
63. 

    Kari on 28 March, 2018 at 1:35 pm

    Wondering if its okay to take CBD with bio-identical hormones? My hormone lady is from Idaho so not sure she would know how to work with me on it. Thank you
64. 

    Mary Vance, NC on 28 March, 2018 at 1:38 pm

    Kari, typically it is, yes, but I of course can’t comment on whether that would be OK for you specifically without knowing your health history.
65. 

    Pura Vida CBD Oil on 6 April, 2018 at 4:46 am

    A great article, Mary you covered almost everything in your article that we should know before use CBD Oil.
66. 

    Silviana on 13 April, 2018 at 12:12 pm

    It seems like the CBD oil is really a miracle ingredient. I think it could improve our health in many conditions. Soon, time will tell us…
67. 

    hazel oliver on 17 May, 2018 at 11:21 am

    i can not get answers from my doctor to say if cud oil interacts with prescription meds so how can i get an answer????????? can anyone help please.
68. 

    Hemp Oil Cancer Treatment on 22 May, 2018 at 1:53 am

    Thanks for posting this informative and great blog and i really appreciate your work, Finally i have understand something about cbd oil. It helps me to understand the better use of it in real life.
    Appreciate Your Effort. Great Work Buddy
69. 

    Clair Hamlett on 9 June, 2018 at 3:58 am

    Ive realized that everytime im dry i have a hanquering want to smoke more cigarettes. But when i got weeds for example https://www.bonzaseeds.com/blog/tangerine-kush/, its literally the exact opposite effect, basically.
    Has anyone else had this type of experience? Or even researched this topic? I have heard about people actually quitting by substituting it w/ bud. Interesting to me.
    I’ve been having trouble myself trying to quit smoking cigars. I tried searching for other alternatives like vaping but after a month i came back to cigarettes. I was so desperate to quit and avoid nicotine but then i came across this article that says marijuana can help you quit smoking cigarettes and turns out, CBD can help after all.CBD can remove positively associated smoking memories from the brain, making it easier for the user to quit altogether. Can someone give me more information or any tips? Thanks
70. 

    William on 11 June, 2018 at 1:59 am

    Hi Mary!
    Thanks for sharing the wonderful article on CBD and its health benefits. I used to be very irritating because of insomnia. One of my friends recommended me about CBD Products. Then I started researching about CBD and came across an article https://cbdvapegenius.com/blog/what-is-cbd-cbd-in-depth-from-cbd-vape-genius/ which helped to understand CBD better and I ordered CBD Gummies. Taking a dose at night helped me to overcome the problem of insomnia. Now I wake up in the morning fresh and energetically. Apart from my story, let me tell you that I love your article and will share it with my friends. Thanks for sharing great information!
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    Marcus on 24 June, 2018 at 5:00 pm

    Hey Mary,
    Nice article on CBD. I’ve been personally dealing with chronic back pain for the past 7 years and I ditched my regular meds and started taking CBD Oil when a far relative of mine recommended it to me. Since then I’ve never looked back. CBD has helped me give good relief from pain and helps me sleep better. Above all, it keeps me active in the gym. Just bookmarked your site. Keep rocking this kinda cool information
72. 

    Bionativa on 3 July, 2018 at 4:40 am

    Very nice information about cbd oils. It is nice to notice cbd is becoming more and more popular these days. However, it is still associated with marijuana and drugs.
73. 

    Margaux Espinosa on 18 July, 2018 at 1:49 am

    I am one of the people who cured using marijuana. When i was a little bit younger i suffered from asthma am having a hard time to breathe every time i walked from our house to school. I know it sounds weird that i smoke even i have asthma but yes i tried it. At first, my body doesn’t like the taste of marijuana but one of my friends told me if i will continue using this it will help me to breathe properly. But luckily it helps me and yes until now I’m still smoking marijuana. Just check this article to learn more https://www.greenmed.io/blog/top-4-benefits-of-vaping/
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    Mary Vance, NC on 18 July, 2018 at 11:10 am

    Margaux, I have concerns about vaping. I’ve researched it and there conflicting info such as “no long term health effects known as a result of vaping” at this time and others saying there are: https://www.sciencenewsforstudents.org/article/concerns-explode-over-new-health-risks-vaping
    The point it, we don’t know, as vaping hasn’t been around long enough to study longterm effects.
    Also, I cannot imagine that vaping would in any way improve asthma. You could probably get similar or better benefit from edibles if it’s truly the THC/CBD that’s improving your condition.
75. 

    Bradley Walker on 17 August, 2018 at 11:18 am

    I’m happy to hear that you’ve had great success with CBD – I have been using a lot personally for focussing at work and it’s been working great. Thank you for sharing your story
76. 

    Teresa Doerty on 30 August, 2018 at 4:27 am

    Indeed, marijuana does have its own pros for your brain. Though, it won’t make you a Mega Mind if you smoke it 24/7. But it’ll definitely help you boost your mind in one or another way.
    Actually, I’ve just read a great article about this topic. There’s a lots interesting facts and points as to “good use of marijuana”. For example, cannabinoids, which is contained in the plant of marijuana, tend to interact with various receptors in the brain and therefore have significant effects caused by the usage of brain boosters.
    Read it yourself, if you want to learn more about this topic: https://tonusjournal.com/brain-health/marijuana-nootropics-effective-brain-booster/
77. 

    Harvey on 24 October, 2018 at 6:04 am

    Hi Mary,
    Superb post. It’s great to see that CBD is emerging and rapidly conquering the market. Also, more and more people are getting to know about it’s benefits. Personally, I’m dealing with back pain problem and CBD has been helping me for the last 2 years. Helps me by keeping active and supporting my back all day long. Anyways, keep sharing this kinda stuff
78. 

    Gina Howard on 25 October, 2018 at 3:16 am

    Thank you for the brief introduction to the CBD il and how to use it. I have started using it and didn’t have any idea about the dosage. But after reading this I’m clear about it. Indeed it is very effective and helps in insomnia, pan and much more. Thanks for dragging the attention on the CBD and Hemp Oil. I have read another article on it which also good. Here it is, http://allabouthemp.co.uk/5-amazing-benefits-of-using-cbd-oil/
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    Rick on 25 October, 2018 at 9:19 am

    Hi Mary, my 90 year old Mom has severe lower back pain which goes down her leg and is using Tylenol and Tramodol (which has side effects) and would like to know which CBD oil would be best to try.
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    Mary Vance, NC on 26 October, 2018 at 1:23 pm

    Hi Rick, I link to the brand I like in the post. Truly the best CBD, in my opinion, is only available via dispensary. That sounds like sciatic nerve pain possibly. (there are stretches that help, but not sure how mobile she is)
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    Rick on 26 October, 2018 at 7:57 pm

    Thanks Mary but I do not see your link.
82. 

    Nichole Williams on 26 November, 2018 at 8:31 pm

    My mom died because of a brain tumor. At first, she is experiencing severe headache from time to time. We went to a doctor to ask whats happening to her but they said its only a migraine, so he gave a medicine to cure the pain. She was bedridden at that time. 1 month later when were busy on something i heard my mom shout because of her head and that point we ran to the nearest hospital but sadly her journey is over. Yes, she died when that thing happens to her. We don’t know if who’s fault is that because the doctor in that hospital told us she has a brain tumor and all this time we only know that its a simple migraine. It’s been 11 years now but i still remember what happened to her. I am experiencing migraine now and i am afraid maybe one of these days it can happen to me also. But i read this article https://www.greenmed.io/blog/top-4-benefits-of-vaping/ that maybe marijuana can cure a migraine, i don’t know if this thing works so i want an opinion here. If somebody uses it already? Can you help me with th
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