Cannabidiol (CBD) is just one of over 85 scientifically-identified cannabinoids (or chemical compounds) derived from the flowering plant cannabis. Each of the cannabinoids within cannabis elicit unique neurophysiological effects. Most people are well-aware of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the predominant cannabinoid within cannabis that is ingested by upwards of 230 million people per year as a psychoactive …
Fermentation is considered the conversion of carbohydrates to organic acids using yeast and/or bacteria. During the fermentation process, millions of tiny microorganisms become infused with the food so that when consumed, those bacteria enter your gut. While all the health effects associated with consumption fermentation of foods remain unknown, most evidence suggests that regular consumption …
Social anxiety is described simply as a “fear of social situations.” If you have social anxiety, you know how tough it can be to hold a simple conversation let alone make a friend. Estimates reveal that just under 20 million people in the United States suffer from various forms of social anxiety. Symptoms can be …
Many people with social anxiety are thought to experience overstimulation. Although one could argue that feeling overstimulated is a result of anxiety, it also could be that the overstimulation is actually causing your anxiety. So which came first the overstimulation or the anxiety? In most cases, it will help to take an objective look at …