(05-16-2019, 02:08 PM)Merrick Wrote: The worst thing that could happen to marijuana/hemp is for the pharmaceutical industry to get involved.

(05-16-2019, 02:08 PM)Merrick Wrote: Full spectrum doesn’t have to mean high THC. Even the .3% THC that’s legal in hemp in the US can help activate the CB cannabinoids. Full spectrum also ensures you get the terpenes and the tertiary cannabinoids that get a lot less press.

The worst thing that could happen to marijuana/hemp is for the pharmaceutical industry to get involved.

(05-16-2019, 02:13 PM)IndigoGeminiWolf Wrote:

(05-16-2019, 02:08 PM)Merrick Wrote: The worst thing that could happen to marijuana/hemp is for the pharmaceutical industry to get involved.

Don't they have monopoly laws against that? Like one company can't control all of something.

If they did I imagine prices for a bottle of CBD oil would go into thousands of dollars and they'd probably sue anyone trying to make it.

(05-25-2019, 05:49 AM)schubert Wrote: something to be aware of is that vaping isnt quite as healthy as its chalked up to be. theres a process called winterization that removes the cutile wax that could potentially build up in your lungs and cause problems (would probably take a long time but still), so next time you purchase some i'd recommend getting a brand that does winterization. heres a good article about this https://alternatevape.com/winterizing-cbd-oil-important. and then theres some issues with PG and VG. check out this study https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28355118. an alternative is mct oil but theres controversy as to whether or not its safe.

(06-01-2019, 11:00 PM)IndigoGeminiWolf Wrote: I ordered an ounce of the Bast strain of hemp flower.
What vaporizer do you guys use for hemp flower?

Someone recommended the Pulsar APX vape.

I have a great vape for oils/concentrates. But may get one for dry herb if I like it.

Quote:"Cannabidiol can inhibit the cytochrome P450 system’s ability to metabolize certain drugs, leading to an overall increase in processing times.

Interestingly, CBD oil is not alone in its effect on drug metabolism. Grapefruit, watercress, St. John’s Wort, and goldenseal all have a similar impact in terms of CYP450 inhibition.

When the CYP450 system is impacted in this way, it leads to higher levels of certain drugs in your system at one time. This can cause unwanted side effects, and sometimes, an overdose.

If you are taking a medication affected by cannabidiol, you should consult your doctor to make sure that it is safe for you to supplement your personal care routine with CBD oil. From there, the two of you may consider adjusting the dosage on your medications so that you can use both products safely.  
Drugs that Interact with Cannabidiol

Any drug metabolized by CYP450 enzymes could potentially interact with cannabidiol. According to the Indiana University Department of Medicine, drugs known to use the CYP450 system include:

   Steroids
   HMG CoA reductase inhibitors
   Calcium channel blockers
   Antihistamines
   Prokinetics
   HIV antivirals
   Immune modulators
   Benzodiazepines
   Antiarrythmics
   Antibiotics
   Anesthetics
   Antipsychotics
   Antidepressants
   Anti-epileptics
   Beta blockers
   PPIs
   NSAIDs
   Angiotension II blockers
   Oral hypoglycemic agents
   Sulfonylureas

This list does not include all of the potential medications impacted by cannabidiol. Nor will every medication in the categories contained on this list will cause an interaction. For these reasons, you should consult with a medical professional before supplementing with CBD oil.

There are certain medications, known as “prodrugs,” that need to be metabolized to produce the therapeutic compound. In other words, you ingest an inactive compound and once in the body, it is processed into the active drug. If this processing is dependent on CYP3A4 (part of the larger CYP450 system), then inhibitors can result in too little active drug in the body for the desired therapeutic effect.

Codeine, for example, is a prodrug that is metabolized into morphine which provides the effect.

Vyvanse and Concerta are two other popular pharmaceutical medications for ADHD that fall into this category.

If you are worried that your CYP450 pathway may not be functioning properly, physicians can test the system to ensure that the medications you take are metabolizing as expected."

Quote:"never take CBD with any blood thinning medication with out consulting your doctor first"

(06-02-2019, 06:47 AM)IndigoGeminiWolf Wrote: There are Facebook groups for CBD that I'm a member of.
If you had questions, you can ask there.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbdoilusersgroup/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbdvapeoil/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbdhempflower/


Thanks Merrick for the recommendations on the vaporizers. I ordered the Fury 2 by Healthy Rips.
I didn't need anything more expensive. If it turns out I need something fancier, I will do that later.
The price was good for that one.

(04-10-2021, 10:06 AM)Ymarsakar Wrote: I use peppermint essential oil for tissue and nerve regeneration. Mostly on skin but the food grade qualities can be put into water and drunk like a potion.

I have worked on reducing inflammation for rototator issues. There are various approach ways. And also the damage i first assess on the back side or front first.

(04-10-2021, 01:02 PM)Diana Wrote:

(04-10-2021, 10:06 AM)Ymarsakar Wrote: I use peppermint essential oil for tissue and nerve regeneration. Mostly on skin but the food grade qualities can be put into water and drunk like a potion.

I have worked on reducing inflammation for rototator issues. There are various approach ways. And also the damage i first assess on the back side or front first.

I wasn't aware that peppermint essential oil was good for that. Could you elaborate?