A Proactive Approach To Health And Wellness

Our role at Focus On Health NOW is to help our customers restore and maintain their health by providing information and reliable resources to make people aware of products and protocols that we’ve learned about by reading books and articles, watching documentaries, related videos, and by using those products and protocols ourselves to experience a “first-hand feel” for their effectiveness. We specialize in providing natural products and protocols to promote a proactive approach to health and wellness to last a lifetime and to pass those lifestyle choices on to their family, friends, and neighbors.
 
We believe it is much easier, more effective, and typically far less expensive to prevent illness or diseases as compared to the suffering and expense of having to deal with them from a reactive position. Further, we recognize that humans are self-healing beings provided the right “ingredients” are made available to them. As an example, we believe that every time you consume food or beverages, you are either feeding or fighting illness or disease.
 
One constant in our efforts is to recognize the significance and long-term value of creating balance and harmony in all aspects of the human body.
We begin our journey by focusing on the importance of the immune system. The immune system protects your body from outside invaders such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and toxins. It’s made up of different organs, cells, and proteins that work together.
There are two main parts of the immune system that work together:
  • The innate immune system
  • The adaptive immune system

The innate immune system

This is your rapid response system. It acts to “patrol” your body and is the first to respond to invaders. The innate immune system is inherited and is active from the moment you are born. When this system recognizes an invader, it goes into action immediately. The cells of this immune system surround and engulf the invader. The invader is killed inside the immune system cells. These type of cells are called phagocytes.

The acquired immune system

The acquired immune system, with help from the innate system, produces cells (antibodies) to protect your body from a specific invader. These antibodies are developed by cells called B lymphocytes after the body has been exposed to the invader. The antibodies stay in your body. It can take several days for antibodies to develop. But after the first exposure, the immune system will recognize the invader and defend against it. The acquired immune system changes throughout your life. Immunizations train your immune system to make antibodies to protect against harmful diseases/invaders.
The cells of both parts of the immune system are made in various organs of the body, including:
  • Adenoids – Two glands located at the back of the nasal passage.
  • Bone marrow – The soft, spongy tissue found in bone cavities.
  • Lymph nodes – Small organs shaped like beans, which are located throughout the body and connect via the lymphatic vessels.
  • Lymphatic vessels – A network of channels throughout the body that carries lymphocytes to the lymphoid organs and bloodstream.
  • Peyer’s patches – Lymphoid tissue in the small intestine.
  • Spleen – A fist-sized organ located in the abdominal cavity.
  • Thymus – Two lobes that join in front of the trachea behind the breastbone.
  • Tonsils – Two oval masses in the back of the throat.
Our concern regarding the immune system is due to the “unprecedented rise” in diseases associated with inflammation and immune dysfunction that have shown up largely in highly developed nations in Europe, North America, and other countries as they become more developed. Many factors play into the reasons why this is happening such as, but not limited to; dehydration, being overweight/obese, inadequate sleep, oxidative stress, smoking, alcohol abuse, lack of exercise, inferior nutrition, and poor air quality (indoors and outdoors).
Here is a list of products we offer that have the potential to enhance the immune system.
CBD – also known as cannabidiol. This chemical compound found naturally in plants like hemp acts as a supplement to assist your innate endocannabinoid system (ECS). Your ECS acts as the master regulator for all the other operating systems within your body to help regulate pain perception, anxiety/emotion, inflammation, sleep, metabolism, immune system, reproductive functions, memory, physical movement, skin health, and more.
 
IONIZED WATER – Water is the mainstay of life itself. Without water, nothing lives! Water, accompanied by nutrition, provides the oxygen and hydrogen necessary to generate energy within the trillions of cells throughout the human body. By using the process of electrolysis (electrically charging), we change the molecular structure of our source water (city tap water) to create fresh, superior hydrating, hydrogen-rich, alkalized drinking water that is loaded with antioxidants to slow the aging process, reduce inflammation while simultaneously flushing life-threatening acidity and toxins out of the cells without creating adverse side-effects. This is the perfect water to help boost your immune system.
 
AIR PURIFICATION DEVICES – We offer Green Tech air purification devices for homes, individual rooms, businesses, refrigerators, vehicles, sports bags, and personal use as a wearable. These devices purify the air you breathe with activated oxygen to kill mold, mildew, bacteria, viruses, and by eliminating odors from pets, cooking, and smoking. In addition, these devices generate negative ions to neutralize free radicals, revitalize cell metabolism, enhance immune function, purify blood, and balance the autonomic nervous system, promoting deep sleep and healthy digestion.
 
DAILY NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT – We offer a personalized, daily nutritional supplement known as ÜFORIA. It is 100% plant-based plus added vitamins and minerals. It is offered in powder or capsule form and is delivered to your doorstep on a monthly basis. It is based upon your specific DNA to provide your body with
exactly what it needs… not what it doesn’t need! This technology far surpasses the efficacy of mainstream supplements that are typically manufactured and sold to the masses. A swabbed sample of your DNA directs the science of your
personalized version of ÜFORIA to interact with particular “actionable genes” that affect certain functions in your body such as blood pressure, immune function, oxidative support, healthy lipids, liver health, cardiovascular health, weight issues, free-radical defense, bone health, inflammation response, digestive health, and more. The specific formulation of your ÜFORIA supplement is unique. It is one of about 400,000,000 possible combinations.
 
DNA and NEGATIVE ION INFUSED LOZENGE DROPS – Known as APLGO, these all-natural lozenge drops include proprietary blends of various plants that offer a true benefit to your wellbeing due to their high absorption rate delivering the biological action of plant constituents that benefit human health. This is amplified by a negative electrical charge which increases their antioxidant capacity (think anti-aging). The microcellular plant cell components such as plant DNA and other organelle sites that produce energy, build new proteins, sugars and lipids for a plant are released and become more bioavailable to human cells. This means the plant materials, therefore, become more readily and completely absorbed, assimilated, and utilized since the inner biology of plant cells share many similarities with human DNA. Who knew humans and plants were similar in their respective DNA? APL GO lozenges are simple, delicious, and convenient to use. APL GO products are formulated as a whole-body approach to complement one another for immediate and long-term support for our wellbeing. Each product delivers amazing whole-body benefits on its own unlike any other product available today. You can also combine lozenges together for accumulated results.
 
PROTOCOLS – We invite you to engage us in conversation about intermittent fasting, nutrition advice, weight loss & control, grounding (aka earthing), the adverse effects of sleep deprivation, and how to get a good night’s sleep.
FINAL THOUGHTS – Your immune system is your first line of defense when you’re battling a common cold, flu or other cold-weather illness. Your immune system helps you heal and stay well. To work well, your immune system needs healthful foods, exercise and low stress. But, be careful because too much of an inflammatory response can lead to chronic (long term) illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease and some cancers. 
 
 

What Is Delta-8 THC?

Delta-8 THC is a fascinating chemical compound found within Cannabis. Though it is considered to be one of the top four cannabinoids out of well over 100 that are currently known to exist, it is quite rare and only found in very low concentrations.

What is most impressive about this cannabinoid is that it holds close relation to Delta-9 THC, carrying many of the same characteristics and qualities, such as it being a psychoactive compound that is packed with many benefits. Delta-8 THC also has a close relation to CBD (Cannabidiol) as it is an isomer of CBD, which ultimately signifies that both Delta-8 THC and CBD have the same chemical formula, yet their structure, chemical makeup, and their pharmacological properties are different from one another.

Despite what many believe, it is quite remarkable that Delta-8 is a derivative of both hemp and CBD. With that said, as long as the final product contains less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC, Delta-8 products are federally legal under the 2018 Farm Bill.

The National Cancer Institute added in its NCI Drug Directory, defining Delta-8-Tetrahydrocannabinol as “An analogue of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) with antiemetic, anxiolytic, appetite-stimulating, analgesic, and neuroprotective properties.”

How Is Delta-8 THC Made?

Due to Delta-8 THC only being available in very low concentrations, it wouldn’t be wise to extract it from any form of cannabis. By the time the cannabinoid endures the rigorous process of extraction, the benefits and effects it offers would not outweigh the cost. With this being said, processors have found other methods to create the cannabinoid, which is a simple process of conversion.

What Is Delta-8 THC?

 There are many cannabinoids that have the same structure or are at least very similar, meaning that they can be converted quite easily with a chemical reaction. Converting one cannabinoid into another is common in the industry, though sometimes it isn’t even needed since some cannabinoids automatically convert into another all by themselves.

The way Delta-8 THC is made is by converting CBD to Delta-8 THC. The following steps are required;

  • Dissolve 1g of CBD in 10mL 0.005molar H204 in glacial acetic acid.
  • Allow the solution to stand at room temperature.
  • After the solution sets for 3 hours, CBD is converted into 52% Delta-9 THC and 2% Delta-8 THC.
  • After the solution sets for 3 days, CBD is converted into 15% Delta-9 THC, 54% Delta-8 THC, 10% Delta-8-Iso, and 10% CBD.

How Do You Use Delta-8 THC?

 There are many Delta-8 THC products that have emerged onto the market as of late. From edibles to vapeables, everyone is taking advantage of this remarkable cannabinoid. The most common, and most popular, is Delta-8 THC Cartridges. Unlike edibles, once you eat them, it’s there and in your system. Using vape cartridges allows you to control the effects more easily, making it an ideal solution for those who want to start slow and work their way up to gauge the effects Delta-8 may have on you.

To vape Delta-8 THC, it is as simple as buying a Delta 8 Cartridge, then attaching it to a vape pen. The cartridges are often disposable, therefore having to change coils, refill the cartridge or any maintenance isn’t required.

Natural Treatments for Dehydration Symptoms

According to Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CNS, a doctor of chiropractic, certified doctor of natural medicine and clinical nutritionist, his recommendations for natural treatments for dehydration symptoms are as follows:

  1. Drink Enough Water Daily

It’s vital to listen to your body and drink water throughout the day. Water is the best way to prevent and beat dehydration, especially during the warm summer months when we’re all prone to perspiring even more than usual.

Simply consuming the recommended eight to 10 eight-ounce glasses of water on a daily basis is usually enough for most to maintain healthy electrolyte levels. When you’re exposed to very hot temperatures, or during and after workouts, drinking more is a good idea. Factors like your diet, age, physical activity level and body size all determine how much water you need, so it’s very helpful to keep an eye out for dehydration symptoms and drink based on your level of thirst.

How do you know you’re drinking enough water? A good rule of thumb is to drink enough so you urinate at least every three to four hours. Your urine shouldn’t be dark yellow but doesn’t need to be clear either. You’re looking for a color somewhere in the middle, usually a pale yellow. For most people, this happens when they consume eight to 10 glasses daily, but again your needs might vary depending on the day.

Keep in mind that women who are pregnant or breast-feeding need additional fluids (about 10–13 glasses every day) to stay hydrated and prevent deficiencies, as do teenagers who are growing and developing faster than people of other ages. Anyone taking antibiotics, diuretics, hormonal pills, blood pressure medications and cancer treatments might also become dehydrated more easily, so extra fluids are a good idea.

  1. Eat More Hydrating Foods

Here are 10 of the best naturally hydrating foods to include in your diet regularly:

  • Coconut water or coconut milk
  • Celery
  • Watermelon and other melon
  • Cucumber
  • Kiwi
  • Bell peppers
  • Citrus fruits, like oranges and grapefruit
  • Carrots
  • Cultured dairy foods (including yogurt, kefir and amasai)
  • Pineapple

Other good sources of water from foods include bananas, grapes, bitter melon, papaya, lettuce, berries, avocado, zucchini, tomatoes and radishes. It also helps to decrease foods high in sodium, including those are packaged, canned, frozen or processed.

As you can see, foods that are hydrating tend to be vegetables and fruits. They have a high water content and also contain valuable electrolytes. There’s a reason tropical fruits like mangos and pineapple are so popular among populations living near the equator where it’s very warm. One example is those living in Costa Rica, an area that’s one of the world’s healthy blue zones. People living here have one of the longest expected life spans in the world and regularly eat hydrating foods, including tomatoes, oranges and mangos.

Need some ideas for using these hydrating foods in recipes? You can start by making creative green smoothie recipes, the perfect way to increase intake of numerous fruits and veggies all at once with little effort to keep dehydration symptoms at bay.

  1. Try Healthy Alternatives to Plain Water

If drinking regular water isn’t always appealing to you, you’ll be happy to know that there are other low-sugar, hydrating options. Coconut water is one of nature’s best hydrating drinks, for example. It contains many things that contribute to hydration, like potassium, amino acids, enzymes, growth factors and minerals. In fact, the chemical makeup of coconut water is similar to human blood, which makes it perfect for helping us recover from dehydration or exercise.

Other drinks that can help keep you hydrated include:

  • Homemade vegetable juices
  • Fruit smoothies
  • Vegetable pops made from pureed and frozen fruit
  • Herbal teas
  • Sparkling water with fruit slices
  • Warm water with fresh-squeezed lemon or lime and a little raw honey
  • Hot water with fresh steeped herbs (such as ginger, peppermint or dandelion)
  • Coconut kefir
  • Kombucha
  • Bone broth and other vegetable broths

Looking for drinks to avoid in order to help prevent dehydration and dehydration symptoms? These include alcohol, too much caffeine from coffee or tea, soda and sweetened drinks. All of these can cause increased urination, dehydration, electrolyte loss, and in the case of too much sugar inflammation and worsened symptoms.

  1. Hydrate During and After Exercise

During times of increased activity or exercise, we lose balance of electrolytes because we sweat more. The best way to offset this process and prevent dehydration is to consume more water than usual. Drink a glass before a workout, at least one during and one immediately after. All in all, aim for about 1.5 to 2.5 cups for shorter workouts and about three extra cups for longer workouts that last more than one hour. (4)

In the case of vigorous exercise or endurance training, it’s also beneficial to drink something with natural electrolytes, including sodium chloride or potassium chloride. The problem is that most sports drinks have tons of added sugar and synthetic flavorings, so opt for something like coconut water instead. It’s also helpful to eat a balanced meal after exercise and then continue drinking water throughout the rest of the day. If you notice yourself feeling dizzy or heavily cramping up, try drinking more fluids immediately and consuming something with electrolytes until you feel better.

  1. Prevent Dehydration During illnesses

If you’ve been sick, including with a fever that causes vomiting or diarrhea, or you have a gastrointestinal issue that causes these symptoms (such as inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s disease), make sure to increase your water intake. Dehydration caused by illnesses can contribute to complications, including kidney stones, bladder infections, urinary tract stones and potentially even heart failure. Electrolyte drinks can be helpful during chronic vomiting or diarrhea.

Source: https://draxe.com/health/dehydration-symptoms/

Questions You Should Ask About CBD

Q. What is CBD (cannabidiol)? – A. Cannabidiol (CBD) is a naturally occurring compound found in the resinous flower of cannabis, a plant with a rich history as medicine going back thousands of years. Today the therapeutic properties of CBD are being tested and confirmed by scientists and doctors around the world. Here’s a link to the rest of the article by Project CBD:  https://www.projectcbd.org/cbd-101/what-is-cbd

Q. Is CBD legal in Wisconsin? – A. Cannabinoids, such as cannabidiol (CBD) and THC, are a group of chemicals concentrated in the female flower of the cannabis plant. CBD is chemically similar to THC. However, CBD does not have the psychoactive effects of THC. It is the licensed processor’s responsibility to ensure that any CBD extraction or the production of CBD-containing substances comply with all laws and regulations, including any distribution to be conducted as part of marketing research. Here’s the link to the PDF on the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture website:  https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/News_Media/2020HempAppsOpen.aspx

Q. How will CBD help me? A. Scientific research has shown that CBD may be therapeutic for many conditions. In compiling a list of conditions that CBD may help, they examined hundreds of peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals. Most of the studies included were pulled from PubMed, an online service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine, and consists of abstracts on preclinical research involving single cannabinoid molecules, test tubes, petri dishes, animal experiments, and in some cases human cell-line studies. Here’s the link to the full low down on the Project CBD website:  https://www.projectcbd.org/guidance/conditions

Q. How does CBD work in the human body? –  A. To understand how CBD works and to fully comprehend the benefits it can deliver, it’s crucial that you first understand the Endocannabinoid System. Get ready to learn something that might just blow your mind…Here’s a link to the full article by CBD Origin: https://medium.com/cbd-origin/the-endocannabinoid-system-everything-you-need-to-know-1c38a648cafb

Q. Is CBD psychoactive (will it get me “high” or “stoned”)?  – A. Both THC and CBD naturally occur in cannabis plants. CBD can be isolated from the cannabis plant and the THC compound. People infuse CBD into tinctures, oils, edibles, and other products without the high-inducing THC.

Still, many individuals might assume CBD causes the same effects as marijuana, because both can be found in the same plant. However, CBD alone is nonintoxicating. It won’t cause a high.

What’s more, CBD can also be derived from the hemp plant. Hemp has no psychoactive effects, either.

In fact, in many states only hemp-derived CBD is available legally. These products, by law, can have no more than 0.3 percent THC. This isn’t enough to create any psychoactive symptoms. Read the full article by Healthline here: https://www.healthline.com/health/does-cbd-get-you-high

Q. Will I fail a drug test after consuming CBD? – A. Theoretically, CBD should not show up on a drug test. However, because most CBD products are classified as a supplement, it is not regulated for safety and purity. This means that contamination of the CBD with THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) may and does occur, and this may show up on a drug test, depending on the cutoff level of the test and other factors listed below.

This is more likely to happen if the CBD you are buying is marijuana-derived CBD rather than hemp-derived CBD. Hemp-derived CBD is required by law to contain less than 0.3% THC, although regular daily ingestion of high doses of this may still cause THC to accumulate.

Broad-spectrum CBD is also less likely to be contaminated with THC. This is because all the THC is removed in broad-spectrum CBD as opposed to full-spectrum CBD which contains all of the compounds that naturally occur in the plant they were extracted from. CBD isolate is also pure CBD, and typically comes from hemp so it shouldn’t contain THC. Read the full article by Drugs.com here: https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/cbd-show-drug-test-3516640/

Q. How much CBD should I use? – A. Many factors determine how much CBD (cannabidiol) to use, especially for 1st time users. We recommend you begin slowly and experiment over the course of time to determine your “sweet spot” in terms of how many milligrams (mg) per day. Some people only use 10 – 15mg per day, others do better using 20 – 50mg per day (very common), and there are people who need to use much more (up to several hundred milligrams per day) to achieve their desired results. The daily dosage depends largely on the severity of the condition(s) you are trying to alleviate and body weight. CBD can be ingested using tinctures (oil delivered sublingually), capsules, edibles, or vaped.

At Invigorating Waters, we use a conservative charting system to help determine a reasonable starting point for you to establish a baseline over the course of the first 5 – 7 days. From that baseline, users typically increase the dosage to determine if more CBD is beneficial. Often it is recommended to double the dosage for another 5 – 7 days. If the increased dosage results in improved performance, continue to experiment in that fashion until you determine your specific “sweet spot.”

Good news – there is virtually no concern of addiction or overdosing with CBD.  In addition, your body will not build a tolerance to CBD over the course of time.

Pro Tip – use only high quality CBD to realize high quality results.

Stay tuned monthly for more FAQ (and answers)

Thanks for playing!

We sincerely thank those OKEE-DOKEE POKER™ players who have been following us on our website and/or Facebook since February 2020 to learn the daily, randomly selected numbers to match to their uniquely-coded OKEE-DOKEE POKER™ GameCards to determine their weekly 5-card poker hands. We gave away gallons galore… what fun!

We are happy to announce a new version of OKEE-DOKEE POKER™. Rather than playing a weekly 5-card format, we are playing a daily 3-card format. 3-Card OKEE-DOKEE POKER™ features new numbers randomly selected & posted every day. Here’s how it works:

Each day (Mon – Sat), three (3) randomly selected numbers (1 – 52) will be posted at our store. When you visit us, simply match those selected/posted numbers to your uniquely-coded OKEE-DOKEE POKER™ GameCard, creating a new 3-Card OKEE-DOKEE POKER™ hand with every visit… giving you a chance to instantly win up to 10 gallons of Kangen® Water.

3-Card OKEE-DOKEE POKER™ is fast, fun, easy to play, exciting, and free for all our Kangen® Water customers. It serves as a way for us to give back for on-going patronage.

Permanent, uniquely-coded OKEE-DOKEE POKER™ GameCards are available at our store, free of charge. Pick up yours and play for a chance to win Kangen® Water with every visit.

Winning hands include:

  • Any Pair – 1 gallon
  • Flush – 2 gallons
  • Straight – 3 gallons
  • Three-of-a-Kind – 4 gallons
  • Straight Flush – 5 gallons
  • Royal Flush – 10 gallons

Winning hands will be awarded the appropriate prize on-the-spot.   

We are here for you

GOOD NEWS!

 

To our valued patrons… it is with gladdened hearts we are able to inform you we are considered an essential business. As a result, Invigorating Waters will remain open during the Wisconsin Safer at Home (Emergency Order #12) that is currently in place throughout the state.

Please be advised… we actively practice social distancing to help reduce the potential of spreading the COVID -19 virus. Upon entering our showroom, we will sanitize your hands and your water containers prior to re-filling. For the time being, we cannot allow self-service of the re-filling of your water containers.

For those patrons who are considering purchasing a Kangen® Water machine for their home or place of business, we recommend you visit https://truehealth84.yourbodyiswater.info/?c=products to order your machine for delivery directly to your home or business. As an alternative, you can complete the application at our store.

Our regular store hours will remain in effect. Please visit our website for those details and more – https://invigoratingwaters.com/

 

 

To our Invigorating Waters Family

 

Like many of you, we have been closely following the spread of COVID-19. The health and safety of our customers and our associates is our top priority. We believe it is critical to do our part to help minimize the transmission.

While the environment around us is uncertain, we take comfort in the fact that we have a compassionate and loyal community of customers, who are like family to us. We stand ready to serve and hope that we can be a source of support, inspiration, and solutions for you. So take a break from the news, go for a walk, call your mom, call your dad, play a board game, practice meditation. Whatever you do, we are here and will weather this storm together.

With love, we thank you for being a part of the Invigorating Waters family. 

Supporting Your Immune System

Current environmental threats and others that will probably occur in the future should be an obvious wake-up call for people to recognize their very best defense is a robust immune system.

The question becomes how to achieve and maintain that?

The answer is to become committed to taking it seriously for the remainder of your life, not just until this particular environmental threat passes.

It means reducing stress, breathing clean purified air, drinking clean-purified-alkalized water, consuming nutritious foods & supplements, getting quality sleep on a regular basis, engaging in effective exercise on a regular basis, maintaining a healthy body weight, proper dental care, and absorbing adequate sunshine. It also means avoiding harmful chemicals and all tobacco products. In a nutshell, it means responsibly using your body vs. abusing it.

At Invigorating Waters, we can provide the air purification devices, the clean, purified drinking water (Kangen Water®), the nutrition in the form of a DNA-inspired daily supplement, and high-quality CBD products to support your immune system and help create homeostasis (balance) throughout your body.

In addition, our Kangen Water® machine is capable of producing strong acidic (2.5 pH) aka, Hypochlorous Acid water, suitable for sanitizing hands and surfaces. 

*Also, please check the World Health Organization (WHO) website  https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public
and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/index.html  for the latest updates.

Post from Ivan Mills, a service connected disabled veteran

Hello,

My name is Ivan Mills and I would like to share my experience using CBD oil. First you should hear a little of my story and why I chose to use CBD.

I am a service connected disabled veteran. For those who don’t know the language of the military or the Veterans Affairs (VA), service connected refers to injuries or conditions received while in the service of our nation. I served on active duty in the U.S. Army for several years in the Infantry and the reserves for an additional year. I have multiple service connected injuries. I suffer from PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and anxiety. I have five herniated discs in my spine, degenerative disc disease, and arthritis. I also deal with a skin condition that caused me to lose 100% of my body hair. I am also dealing with a non-service connected condition called Marphanoid Hypermobility Syndrome. This syndrome affects my connective tissue. My joints tend to dislocate due to the laxity of my ligaments and tendons. With all that said, I by no means am ready for the glue factory.

Over the years I have been prescribed multiple medications for these injuries and conditions. I have used more medications for PTSD and anxiety – without success – than I can recall. Narcotic pain relievers for my injuries led to medications to correct my bowel issues due to the narcotics. Meds that make you numb to the world, foggy, dependent, and that are ineffective. These are the reasons I chose to try CBD oil.

I had a discussion with a fellow veteran who uses CBD to deal with his daily issues of injury and disease. He suggested I try CBD for the same reasons he did. Pain relief, PTSD symptom relief, anxiety relief, and even to break the cycle of dependency on chemical medications. Now, while I trust this man and have trusted him with my life, I had to do my due diligence and research for myself. So, I set out to educate myself on exactly what CBD oil is and what it can do. I watched hours and hours of video, read research article after article and firsthand accounts, until finally there was only trying it for myself. My fellow veteran, in the meantime, had ordered for me a small bottle of the brand of CBD oil he uses. I had it on hand and made the decision to try it.

My first experience with CBD oil was topical, part of my anxiety stems from medication and the lack of trust with the VA and their doctors. I applied it to the backs of my hands to ensure no allergic reaction would happen, after a few days of this I was finally prepared to try it sublingually. The use of it on my hands relieved pain and joint discomfort from arthritis and joint dislocation in my hands and fingers. The use of it sublingually changed my world. My spinal injuries forced me to walk with a cane and at times use my wheelchair. This was drastically changed with the use of CBD oil. After only a few uses my pain level had decreased. After a week of use I no longer needed my cane much less my wheelchair. The first night after I used it sublingually I slept, I was able to calm my mind enough to get to sleep and stay asleep for more than ten minutes. Previously I was not able to fall asleep for hours, if at all. Most nights I would have to wait for total exhaustion for sleep to find me, and even then sleep wasn’t restful. I was plagued with nightmares, sweats, and continually waking up. There was always the fear of knowing that when I did sleep my traumas would take control of my sleep and I would relive every detail vividly. So, now I can sleep. I don’t need a cane, and after several months of use I was able to even mow my own grass. Mowing grass to many is a chore but I find great joy in keeping my grass looking its best and now I can.

Is CBD a cure? No, it isn’t a cure. Is CBD a miracle drug? No, it isn’t a miracle drug. CBD is a supplement that exists in nature that helps your body heal itself and manage the body’s own functions through the Endocannabinoid System. Big word I know, but it’s a system that all mammals have in their bodies. Today’s food production through Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO’s) and the stigma placed on cannabinoids has removed the consumption of CBD from our diets. Hemp has been used for thousands of years in various forms for consumption as well as in products for use around the home and farm. CBD Oil is known as a supplement, it supplements the lack of the oil in today’s diet. It also sheds light on what GMO’s are creating by modifying our food for mass production we are losing a serious nutritional value that affects our bodies ability to manage its own systems.

I hope that veterans and others alike will educate themselves about CBD oil. I also hope that many find the relief from their daily issues as I have. My issues are not gone. Please don’t think that. They are still here. However, I am able to manage my pain, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms better with CBD oil than I have ever been able to depending on chemical medications from the VA.

What Is IBS?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a group of symptoms that occur together, including repeated pain in your abdomen and changes in your bowel movements, which may be diarrhea, constipation, or both. With IBS, you have these symptoms without any visible signs of damage or disease in your digestive tract.
 
IBS is a functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorder. Functional GI disorders, which doctors now call disorders of gut-brain interactions, are related to problems with how your brain and your gut work together. These problems can cause your gut to be more sensitive and change how the muscles in your bowel contract. If your gut is more sensitive, you may feel more abdominal pain and bloating. Changes in how the muscles in your bowel contract lead to diarrhea, constipation, or both.
 
How common is IBS?
Studies suggest that about 12 percent of people in the United States have IBS.
 
Who is more likely to develop IBS?

Women are up to two times more likely than men to develop IBS.1 People younger than age 50 are more likely to develop IBS than people older than age 50.2
Factors that can increase your chance of having IBS include:

  • having a family member with IBS
  • a history of stressful or difficult life events, such as abuse, in childhood
  • having a severe infection in your digestive tract

*Women are two times more likely than men to develop IBS.
 
What other health problems do people with IBS have?
People with IBS often have other health problems, including1

  • Certain conditions that involve chronic pain, such as fibromyalgia , chronic fatigue syndrome  and chronic pelvic pain
  • Certain digestive diseases, such as dyspepsia and gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • Certain mental disorders, such as anxiety , depression , and somatic symptom disorder

 
Source:
https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/irritable-bowel-syndrome/definition-facts
 
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