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Harnessing the power of CBD oil to support improved wellbeing

Harnessing the power of CBD oil to support improved wellbeing

CBD oil has been touted as a miracle cure, but how can it help you? Here’s everything you need to know about CBD oil and how it can improve your well-being.   What is CBD oil? CBD is a natural compound found in cannabis. It's extracted from hemp, a different plant than marijuana (also known as cannabis). Unlike THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), CBD does not cause psychoactive effects or get you high. It doesn't even have any side effects at all! CBD oil contains large amounts of cannabidiol (CBD) and small amounts of other cannabinoids like THC and CBN.   What are...

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The nutrition power of hemp: unlocking a healthy and balanced diet with protein bites

The nutrition power of hemp: unlocking a healthy and balanced diet with protein bites

Hemp is a plant that grows in different climates around the world. The seeds and the oil from hemp plants have been used for thousands of years by many cultures. Hemp is an excellent source of protein, fibre, vitamins, and minerals. Hemp seeds can be used in many food products, including milk, cheese, yoghurt, ice cream or smoothies. You can add hemp seeds to your favourite recipes, such as smoothies and salads or as a topping on cereal or homemade granola bars. Health Horizon’s organic Protein bites are an excellent source of complete protein, with 4.7 grams per serving.  ...

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Exploring the health benefits of adding CBD oil to your wellness routine

Exploring the health benefits of adding CBD oil to your wellness routine

Introduction CBD oil is a natural supplement that comes from the cannabis plant. It's often used to ease pain, improve sleep and reduce anxiety. You can buy CBD oil at your local health store or on Amazon.   CBD is a compound present within the cannabis plant CBD is a compound present within the cannabis plant, and it's not the same as marijuana. Hemp is a strain of cannabis that has been bred to have no THC (the compound responsible for getting you high)—the psychoactive component found in most strains. CBD oil contains only trace amounts of THC, which means...

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Relive your Muscles from Pain

Relive your Muscles from Pain

What Is CBD? It’s short for cannabidiol, and it’s a natural compound found in both marijuana and hemp plants. There’s evidence that it helps treat pain, seizures, and some other health problems. Why use it? What are Cannabinoids?  Cannabinoids are naturally occurring compounds found in the leaves & flowers of a Cannabis plant which act on receptors in cells. There are 113 different cannabinoids found in the Cannabis plant. A full spectrum oil contains all 113 of them. The two primary cannabinoids are tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabidiol. What is the Endocannabinoid System (ECS)? The ECS is quite literally the bridge between...

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Lose Weight by Eating

Lose Weight by Eating

Hemp is a widely utilized and diverse industrial crop in the world. Hemp seeds which are considered one of the superfoods are the seeds from the hemp plant, Cannabis sativa. It is amazing, how hemp, a remote cousin of marijuana, turns out to be a wonder food. It has a mild flavor and is extremely nutritious and rich in proteins, healthy fats, and various minerals. The fiber content in the seeds is considered to be the longest and most durable of all the natural fibers. Hemp seeds bring in huge benefits despite their tiny size, popularly called hemp hearts. The...

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Glow Up with Hemp

Glow Up with Hemp

About Hemp Oil Hemp seeds are the fruit of the hemp plant. They consist of about 25–30% oil. Hemp is a variety of the Cannabis sativa plant. It does not contain as much delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) as other varieties. People sometimes refer to hemp as “industrial hemp” because this is its primary use. The use of hemp seed oil for skin and hair care is not new, but its popularity has increased in recent years. Hempseed oil is often referred to as “hemp oil,” and it’s harvested by cold-pressing hemp seeds. Hemp oil is often unrefined. It’s a clear green oil...

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