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CBD Fights Multi-Drug Resistant Bacteria!

Published on August 1, 2018 by Legal Hippie

That’s right CBD Fights Multi-Drug Resistant Bacteria! Incredible isn’t it? I can read and study and read and study and continue to be amazed at what something as simple as a cannabinoid from a plant can do. The amazing part of this is that as we continue to be able to utilize the Cannabis species we will continue to be able to study and learn more and more about this little power house plant and all the amazing benefits that it can offer. Now back to the previous statement, CBD is showing promising hope that it can also help fight many different drug resistant bacterias. Let’s dig a bit deeper!

We at Legal Hippie love the science around this plant and are incredibly thankful that we are not the only ones. Researchers have now discovered that cannabinoids (including CBD) have a very unusual ability to destroy bacteria (especially drug-resistant strains). Of course as with the onset of all the ability to use our God given plant again researchers are needing to do a bit more research and need to study this deeper. Back in 2011 there was a study that found that CBD can even slow the progression of tuberculosis in rats. This is absolutely amazing but there is science behind this! Legal Hippie science ignite! The reason CBD seemed to have this ability is due in part to the ability of CBD to inhibit T-cell proliferation rather than having an antibacterial property. Immune function is helped by two kinds of white blood cells. The “B cells” (so-called because they develop in bone marrow) produce antibodies. The “T cells” (so-called because they develop in a small organ called the thymus gland) are responsible for a variety of other immune responses. T cells are extremely sensitive to TCR binding while protecting against the inappropriate activation of potentially dangerous effector cells. In a legal hippie what the what statement, CBD seems to have a way for destroying bad bacteria and is also a weapon against the antibiotic resistant superbugs that we are all becoming to fear today.

Since I am Legal Hippied up my anxiety is under control and this is not an extreme fear of mine but knowledge is power. I might as well treat my anxiety all while fighting those little superbug bacterias. HA!

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Ummm…. Did you say CBD did NOT work?

Published on July 9, 2018 by Legal Hippie

Ummm…. Did you say CBD did NOT work? Well guess what?! Maybe it didn’t work for you. We believe you! Our passion for health and wellness have helped so many but in all honesty some people just do not find relief. Let’s explore a few reasons why you might have not seen success while using CBD.

CBD is an absolutely amazing oil but it does not perform miracles. Yes… Legal Hippie just said that CBD is not a miracle worker! There are many factors that could play into rather or not you are seeing improvement while using CBD. First things first, check your brand! CBD is not regulated. This means that a product could say that they contain CBD but when lab tested they actually do not! Shocking I know but this happens time and time again. Until CBD becomes regulated you need to be able to see all third-party testing for your oil. Any reputable company will always have lab reports. Legal Hippie of course has reports! While you are at it, check those ingredients. To many ingredients, additives and even artificial flavoring can be found in CBD’s. A bit counter productive if you ask me!

Next on the list… Check your dose! Are you taking enough? A good and easy guideline you could follow is

2.5mg a day to increase appetite in cancer patients.
2.5 – 20mg daily to alleviate chronic pain.
Up to 400mg a day for epilepsy.

Every single individual will need a different amount. It just isn’t as easy as saying between a certain weight take this amount. This is a time that requires you to pay attention to your body and increase until you notice results.

Another reason people are not seeing results is they are impatient. CBD takes times. You HAVE to take regularly and consistently. Some see results after 3 to 4 days while other might not find relief for a couple of weeks out. CBD is not here to numb away your fears, worries, and pains. It is fuel for your body and heals you from the inside.

Another common reason for people to not see results is GENETICS! Yes, it even deals with genetics. What causes CBD to work is how it works within and with your own body. CBD works with the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and some of us are born with more endocannabinoids than others. If you are lacking endocannabinoids you will and are more capable of seeing an improvement due to your body getting exactly what it is lacking. Studies are even showing that some people suffering from fibromyalgia could be suffering due to a lack of endocannabinoids. Back to those lucky individuals that have an abundance of cannabinoids, there are around 20% of Americans that have a genetic mutation that increases the natural endocannabinoid level in the body. If you are one of the lucky ones to have this, you’ll feel less anxious than a normal person but on the flip side since you have extra cannabinoids already, CBD may prove ineffective.

Biology also plays a role. If you are a female you are actually more sensitive to thc and even our favorite here at Legal Hippie CBD! Men on the other hand tend to need higher doses of CBD due to their biology including the size of a man. They are typically larger than women and will need bit more!

There are still so many factors that determine rather or not you will see relief while using CBD. Your fitness level or physical health, psychological health, your tolerance, and the strains used along with the entourage effect.

Overall CBD derived from Hemp is making a come back and we at Legal Hippie are thrilled. We see countless testimonies of people finding relief and being able to move forward in life. Which makes our hippie hearts so happy!

If you are not one of the lucky mutants (super hero to me) that contains an abundance of cannabinoids and want to try our Legal Hippie CBD with lab reports available click the link below!

Emotional Homeostasis…. Yep!

Published on June 30, 2018June 30, 2018 by Legal Hippie

Emotional Homeostasis… Yep! It is a thing! To take a step back and explain Homeostasis is the balancing system of your body that is responsible for practically every function! It even aids in keeping the internal temperature of your body at a perfectly toasty temperature around 98.6 degrees regardless of the external temperatures surrounding you. So just as homeostasis balances and keeps your physical body in check it seems homeostasis is also the balancing system for your emotions as well. This is fairly new research but has a very promising key to treatment of many emotional issues. Let’s dig a bit deeper!

Now… Legal Hippie Science ignite! Ha! Rather you are open to admit this or not your emotional health is deeply connected to your mental health. A stressful event or even stress in general can and will affect how your body functions and your well-being. You may even begin to suffer from aches, pains, and even sickness. Physical response to stress can even include increased heart rate and blood pressure.

As stress rises we are beginning to see more and more cases of depression, anxiety and mood disorders. A large majority of these people are turning quickly to prescription medications including SSRI’s. SSRI stands for selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors or for a short description a serotonin transporter. The problem with this is that researchers are now learning and understanding that while these might seem to be the fast bandade they are messing with the human endocannabinoid system. The Endocannabinoid system actually protects our mind and body from negative external influences! The endocannabinoid system is also perpetually trying to achieve the perfect internal balance called homeostasis as I spoke of in the previous paragraphs. When external stressors become apparent the endocannabinoid system will release certain cannabinoids to help! Each one is responsible for a different emotional reaction and a different physical response. What this means is that when you feel your best and even perform your best your brain gets excited and releases tons of positive endocannabinoids within your body making you feel even better! If you are wondering, these are your very own endoCANNABINOIDS that your body creates. A very popular one in the endocannabinoid world is anandamide. Anandamide is also known as the bliss molecule. This special little bliss molecule is the human version of THC! Anandamides help with mental health, pain relief, post exercise relief, hunger, and even memory.

Now how does this tie into CBD. Instead of reaching for pharmaceuticals to wreck havoc on your system further pushing you out of homeostasis try CBD. CBD or Cannabinoids aid and help your body to remain in homeostasis furthermore helping your own system to fight the good fight and supply the needs your body is craving… including your very own THC or otherwise know as anadamides aka bliss molecule.

So in a short study today, that literally just scraped the surface of the science behind it all, we have learned that CBD helps! To help achieve your very own homeostasis and a natural boost of your very own THC (anandamide) reach for Legal Hippie CBD.

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Hemp or Cannabis CBD oil? What are they and are they the same?

Published on June 23, 2018June 30, 2018 by Legal Hippie

The buzz of CBD and the uprising of holistic health uses are putting a lot of questions into the CBD world. So quickly lets discuss… WHICH IS BETTER?!? Hemp or Cannabis CBD oil?

The answer is…. One is not better than other! They are different. You see Hemp oil or CBD derived from the Hemp plant is currently legal in all 50 States. Hemp oil has a high CBD and a low THC ratio. Laws state that the THC level has to be below .3%. CBD is a wonder cannabinoid and the question you might ask is what does this oil NOT do. It’s truely amazing!

Flip side, Cannabis oil has a high THC ratio. Typically between 5 to 10% THC. Currently THC is only legal in certain states. So if you live in an area that THC is still considered illegal you will not be able to purchase Cannabis oil “legally”. Cannabis oil, still does have the powerful cannabinoids but also the THC. Wonderful little THC will however make you high. Regardless of the head change, it can also be used for many things and has great medicinal benefits. However some conditions such as anxiety can worsen after using THC.

So I hope this clears up the cloud of smoke surrounded Hemp oil vs. Cannabis oil! If you would like to purchase some legal, below .3% THC, hemp cannabinoids or CBD click the link below!

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CBC… WHAT! Legal Hippie has more than just CBD.

Published on June 9, 2018July 3, 2018 by Legal Hippie

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CBC… WHAT! Legal Hippie has more than just CBD. The buzz word on the streets are all about CBD! Well, what about cbc? CBC is another cannabinoid that can be found in the cannabis plant. Legal Hippie is a full spectrum oil and has shown CBC present in lab results. What does this mean? Let’s dig deeper!

Legal Hippie sciency talk is about to take off! CBC like CBD is non psychoactive. Meaning, it will not get you high! However it does do some amazing things for your body. Poor little cbc binds poorly to your CB1 receptor in your brain. But this is why it doesn’t get you high! What it does do is attaches itself with other receptors in the body, such as the vanilloid receptor 1 (TRPV1) and transient receptor potential ankyrin 1 (TRPA1), both of which are linked to PAIN perception. So CBC can help with pain! That’s not all!Researchers also think that it seems to work with other cannabinoids, a term known as the entourage effect. The entourage effect refers to how all the different cannabinoids work together in the human body.

In short CBC has promising effects to our endocannabinoid systems and our overall health. Cannabichromene (cbc)….

A powerful cancer fighter
Block pain and inflammation associated with collagen-induced osteoarthritis
Has a positive effect on neural stem progenitor cells (NSPCs), a cell essential to healthy brain function
Powerful acne fighter
Works in conjunction with both THC and CBD to deliver a trifecta of antidepressant properties.

So don’t forget about all the other wonderful cannabinoids! Today we are just learning about our prized CBC.

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5-hydroxytryptamine-1A….or for better terms Nausea Relief!

Published on June 8, 2018July 3, 2018 by Legal Hippie

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5-hydroxytryptamine-1A….or for better terms Nausea Relief! Yes, that is one big word and in full Legal Hippie honesty I am not 100% sure I am pronouncing this correctly in my head! Correctly pronounced or not CBD can help to alleviate Nausea. Lets Dig deeper!

CBD oil is a great treatment option for nausea. As always this is about to get sciency but Legal Hippie loves the science behind cannabis. It all comes down to a very special little compound known as 5-hydroxytryptamine-1A. I say little but when it comes down to nausea little is more like BIG! There are many findings that suggest that CBD can and does activate this 5-hydroxytryptamine-1A. Once this compound is activated it can help reduce the feelings of nausea and it also suppresses the vomiting reflex.

So next time you have a sour stomach try reaches for CBD and get those wonderful little BIG 5-hydroxytryptamine-1A activated!

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Stick and Stones may break my bones BUT CBD can heal me!

Published on May 29, 2018May 29, 2018 by Legal Hippie

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Stick and Stones may break my bones BUT CBD can heal me!

Yes you heard that right! CBD has been shown to strengthen and even to help heal broken bones and fractures. So all you mommas and dads surrounded by those reckless crazy little munkins this summer keep this in mind!

Now lets dig a bit deeper! This is about get sciency but hey, CBD is practically its own science. First, just so we all know how breaks and fractures heal, they heal through a process called callus formation, which creates cross bridges from osteoblast cell proliferation. This whole process of bridge building per say involves stimulation of endocannabinoid receptors on bone cells. In a study cannabis ligands improved the rate of bone healing. It was also determined the CBD significantly enhanced the mechanical properties and strength of the bone after 8 weeks.

Now to try to explain in a more layman’s term… Your bones also are affected by the endocannabinoid system which means your bones actually contain CBD receptors!!! YES! You heard that correctly! Your bones are housing receptors made perfectly just to pick up on CBD. Hence the term CBD receptor. Just as it sounds! CBD in return helps your endocannabinoid system to heal your bones faster and can even make them stronger.

No bones about… CBD has been shown to heal and make bones stronger!

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CBD for your mermaid… Mermaid hair that is!

Published on March 19, 2018July 3, 2018 by Legal Hippie

As you might have guessed I am about to tell you CBD or Hemp oil is beneficial to hair growth. So here goes… CBD IS GREAT FOR HAIR GROWTH! If you are like me I am struggling with hair growth due to chemicals. I might have had a few to many color removers and bleaches over the last year or so. Ok… I, for sure, had to many! So I have been introducing CBD into my hair routine. I NEED my healthy hair back. CBD is helping! Not only this CBD has been shown to help with people suffering from alopecia also. Let me explain!

CBD is an excellent sourse of vitamin E. Vitamin E has an amazing softening effect for your hair. CBD is also a very good natural miosterizer. When applied to your hair and scalp it boost the health of your scalp and increases circulation which in return decreases hair loss. Since CBD oil also promotes a better blood flow to your scalp it helps in quicker expansion of the hair follicles. Hence… reduced hair loss!

CBD is also a great source of omega fatty acids. The three most prominent ones are the omega-3, omega-6 and the omega-9. The fatty acids found in Hemp oil or CBD have been shown to improve the quality of the tissue on the scalp. In return it increases hair growth!

Last but not least it helps in adding the necessary protiens back into your hair. It fortifides the strands by proliferating the protein within the hair.

This doesn’t just apply to women and that mermaid hair but it also applies to men who are wanting to thicken the hair on their heads or their faces. YES! IT DOES HELP WITH GROWING THAT PRIZED BEARD!

So if you are in the market for some stellar mermaid hair, manly head of hair, or even a super manly mans beard…..

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Let talk FAT BROWNING! Spoiler Alert…. This has nothing to do with the kitchen!

Published on March 15, 2018July 3, 2018 by Legal Hippie

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Fat browning… this might not be a term that you are familiar with but it has nothing to do with the kitchen and everything to do with weight loss! Yes, CBD can aid in weight loss! Let me explain…

A simple way to say it is CBD has the ability to convert white colored fat tissue into brown colored fat tissue. Once the white colored fat tissue is converted into the brown colored fat tissue you can than burn it instead of storing for energy. Simple as that! Another reason CBD can help in weight loss is that it aids in the release of toxins from our bodies. Many times the lack of weight loss could have everything to do with this!

Now for a nerdy sciency way to explain, CBD has also been shown to stimulate fat genes and proteins that encourage the breakdown and oxidation of fat. Fat oxidation is the body’s way of breaking down these large molecules into smaller molecules that it can use for energy. It can also boost the number and the activity level of mitochondria in the body’s cells. This helps the body burn more calories! Who doesn’t want that as spring break is creeping upon us? Lastly CBD has been shown to decrease the expression of proteins involved in lipogenesis, which is the generation of fat cells.

So either simply put or super sciency…. let’s burn some fat!

If you want to try some out of the kitchen fat browning for yourself…..

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CBD and your tolerance… Reverse tolerance that is! CBD vs. Your Morning Coffee

Published on March 11, 2018July 3, 2018 by Legal Hippie

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I have been asked time and time again if CBD is addicting. Hemp or marijuana have received a bad name over the years but truth be told it is NOT addicting. Now with this being said you can in fact build a tolerance to the compound THC. This means that the more you use it the more you will need in order to achieve the same affect. Similar to your morning cup of coffee. If you are like me I no longer drink just one. I graze that coffee pot like a snack. A cup here, a little warming fill up and than another. HA CBD on the other hand is the opposite. Hence the term, REVERSE TOLERANCE. In fact you could start of needing 20 drops twice a day of CBD but as your system begins to be placed back into homeostasis you will actually need less! CBD, which is naturally found in Hemp or Marijuana is also the compound that fights the high that occurs with the THC. CBD is actually sobering! So for a short installment to my Legal Hippie site this freezing cold Sunday afternoon you can now rest assured that you can take your CBD without concern! It is indeed safer than your morning cup of joe you little coffee addicts.

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