Research on cannabinoids and their effects on the body is continuously evolving. The endocannabinoid system (ECS) plays a vital role in regulating many of our physiological functions. And here’s a key point: the more we can incorporate natural herbs into our daily lives instead of relying on pharmaceuticals, the better our long-term health outcomes. This isn’t just a theory—it’s science.
Now, I’m not saying medications don’t serve a purpose. They absolutely do. However, we must acknowledge that medications come with side effects, and it’s crucial to weigh the benefits against the potential risks to make informed choices about our health. In fact, medications are the third leading cause of death in the U.S., following cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Cannabinoids, on the other hand, are showing incredible promise for conditions like migraines (both acute and chronic), pain, inflammation, anxiety, depression, and epilepsy. While more research is needed to fully understand how over 120 cannabinoids interact with the ECS, we do know one thing for sure: cannabinoids have an excellent safety profile. When you compare a plant with zero recorded deaths to medications that are directly responsible for thousands of deaths each year, it’s clear which option is the safer primary choice—and which one should be reserved as a backup.
As healthcare consumers, we deserve access to a variety of treatment options. That’s why it’s essential to integrate conventional and alternative medicine—what’s often referred to as Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) or integrative medicine. When we begin to understand how different plant compounds interact with our bodies, we’ll realize they can achieve things that single-compound medications (which most pharmaceuticals are) can’t—like supporting and toning organ systems, improving function, and strengthening our overall health.
Herbs, including cannabis, have been used for thousands of years, and modern research is finally validating much of the traditional knowledge. It’s fascinating to see this plant, once criminalized, outperformance some of the best pharmaceuticals—yet it’s still not fully embraced in mainstream medicine. Every patient deserves the right to access cannabis without fear of persecution. 🙏
Bee Well,
Brandon Farless
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