Photo by katrinshine Dr. Pepper Hernandez ND, Ph.D., CTC, CNHP in ECS and Naturopathic Medicine, is a cannabis therapy consultant, founder and education director of the Cannabis Holistic Institute. Cannabis is a remarkably versatile plant medicine, with multiple ways to deliver its therapeutic compounds into the body. Each method, whether it’s eating an edible, using a … [Read more...] about How Edibles, Tinctures, and Topicals Differ in Their Wellness Applications
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The Healing Power of Terpenes: Natural Solutions for Sleep, Stress and Inflammation
Photo by Gerain0812 Dr. Pepper Hernandez ND, Ph.D., CTC, CNHP in ECS and Naturopathic Medicine, is a cannabis therapy consultant, founder and education director of the Cannabis Holistic Institute. As a naturopath, cannabis therapy consultant, and regenerative grower, I see firsthand how cannabis in its purest, most natural form can support deep healing in the body and … [Read more...] about The Healing Power of Terpenes: Natural Solutions for Sleep, Stress and Inflammation
Juicing Raw Cannabis for Non-Psychoactive Healing
Photo by Yavdat Dr. Pepper Hernandez ND, Ph.D., CTC, CNHP in ECS and Naturopathic Medicine, is a cannabis therapy consultant, founder and education director of the Cannabis Holistic Institute. In the world of holistic and naturopathic health, we are finally reconnecting with what ancient herbal traditions understood long ago: the full cannabis plant, when used fresh … [Read more...] about Juicing Raw Cannabis for Non-Psychoactive Healing
Your Doctor Doesn’t Care if You Smoke Weed (But They Care About Your Health)
Photo credit: ckstockphoto Picture this all-too-common scenario: A patient is sitting on the crinkly paper of the exam table, nervously fiddling with the strings on their hospital gown. Their doctor walks in, clipboard in hand, and asks the dreaded question: "Any recreational drug use?" The patient takes a deep breath, braces for impact, and squeaks out: "Um... I … [Read more...] about Your Doctor Doesn’t Care if You Smoke Weed (But They Care About Your Health)
Beyond Mind-Altering: The Body and Psychedelics
Photo credit: Prostock Studio Psychedelics induce mind-altering states, bringing insights and mystical experiences. But their true utility is as an instigator of change not solely limited to the inner-experience. With these drugs, the world can take on a different meaning. This change in consciousness leads to radical reflection on behaviors and habits. Psychedelics, at … [Read more...] about Beyond Mind-Altering: The Body and Psychedelics