Honoring the Cycles of Nature is Self-Love

Autumn is upon us once more. The daylight hours have shortened, the sun has lowered its daily arc across our sky, and we again find ourselves in a time of transition. Nature, as I am certain you have noticed, is forever changing, transforming itself anew. The only constant in this life is change, and thus the cycles of birth, growth, decline and rebirth dictate our lives. Whether or not we’re aware of it, whether or not we like it, it doesn’t matter. Nature’s cycles are the master plan in which our bodies tune in to find direction.

Seasonally, nature directs the activation of specific bodily processes while also directing the cessation of others. We are to a great degree at her mercy. The days are shortening, the weather is cooling. Nature is inviting you to do as she does… slow down, rest often, eat in ways that nourish you, ensure adequate hydration, and increase vitamin and mineral intake.

Autumn is a time when nature sheds her skin and nourishes herself in preparation for the long winter months ahead. Autumn is a time of reflection and gratitude, in which the act of doing less is in accordance with honoring the cycles of nature. Listening to your body’s inner callings is how you honor nature, and when you honor Mother Nature you honor your humanness. To embrace your humanity is a profound act of self love. One might argue it is a revolutionary act considering we live in a world obsessed with sacrificing the needs of the individual for the wants and desires of society. Learning how to walk gracefully within the cyclical nature of all life is the first step to true wisdom. The wisdom of the ages. The wisdom of nature herself.

It is very important to increase your nutritional intake during the winter months, as for many of us the majority of fruits and vegetables become out of season. The problem with consuming out of season fruits and vegetables is we are once again not honoring the cycles of nature. We must become aware of how and what we eat when the climate shifts and our metabolisms slow down. Eating and buying local produce is so important. The global implications of out of season big business agriculture and what that does to our ecosystems is becoming more and more evident in its unsustainability. Not to mention the C02 from all the transportation of the produce everywhere. It’s a full on assault on our planet for her to be expected to produce what we force her to produce out of sync with her cycles. The good news is we can remedy her by remedying ourselves! To the best of your ability, eat local and fresh vegetables and fruits that are in season in your area. Local meats from local farms are always the best choice if you’re looking for high nutrient density in your food. Nutrient density comes from sunshine, quality soil, quality water, and no exposure to harmful pesticides. Also, the shorter the distance the food, especially produce, has traveled, the more nutrients are still stored inside! The longer something sits the less nutrient dense it is, period. We are supposed to be eating live produce for goodness sake!

Slowing down, cooking for yourself when possible, eating with presence and forgoing distraction, will ease your soul as the days slip into winter… Using your cannabis supplements within this transitory time is very important, as the soothing of the nervous system allows our bodies to refrain from fight or flight. This allows our immune systems to function optimally as well, preventing illness and supporting our bodies as they gracefully transition into another beautiful regeneration season here on earth. As Flu and Covid jabs are offered, we suggest CBDA/CBGA Immune Capsules (#241) to support immune system response to viral contagion As the weather gets colder we frequently recommend Black Beauty tincture (#107 or #108) to bolster effects and to ensure the ECS (Endocannabinoid System) is optimized for overall balanced health.

Remember, to honor your cycles is to honor mother nature in you. To honor nature’s cycles is a radical act of self love.

All my love to all of you on this beautiful journey

Nurse Lauren ॐ

CBGa & CBDa: Dynamic Duo for Bone Health & Beyond

Recently published medical research on bone health has uncovered yet another benefit of the combined synergistic actions of CBG and CBD. CBD has repeatedly revealed the ability to positively activate our ECS system, enabling it to address imbalances and deficiencies that come with age and disease. Studies continue to research the use of minimally processed CBD flowers (forms containing CBDa & CBGa) to battle viral load (infection) & proliferation (symptoms) of Covid 19. The newest scientific research on the combination of these same two cannabinoid’s shows exciting promise around bone loss & healing, immune response, MRSA, cancers, IBS/IBD, and neurological/mental health!

 

The presentation of CBG and CBD is expressed in two ways: first there are the acid forms CBGa and CBDa which are the precursors of CBD and CBG. The acid forms connect to enzymes rather than receptor sites. Secondly, there are CBG and CBD, the cannabinoids that result when CBGa & CBDa are transformed by the body’s own metabolism or by outside forces such as heat, botanical extraction methods and/or time. These plug directly into the CB1 and CB2 receptors with proven results.

Synergy Wellness products contain both acid and non-acid forms. Our products are created from raw flowers and thoughtfully processed to preserve the synergy that comes from retaining as much cannabinoidal variety as possible - this creates the ‘entourage effect’ where we believe therapeutic action is amplified.

 

Bone Health

A new study, published in 2023, details how CBD and CBG improve essential bone health by supporting strength (density) and healing. The study explores how these two compounds play a central role in bone formation and the regulation of bone cell growth. The ECS (endocannabinoid system) regulates and monitors both bone cell activity and bone remodeling. Endogenous cannabinoid ligands and receptors are seen in the regulation of bone mass and in the management of bone diseases, like osteoporosis. In study CBGa and CBDa were observed to increase the number of osteoblasts (cells that form bone tissue) per bone surface area, and which also induce the proliferation of bone lining cells. This promoted faster healing of fractures and increased bone density and strength in mice. Reduced pain during bone mending was also noted, this is significant in that NSAIDS (non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs) can slow bone repair by inhibiting the inflammatory phase of the healing process. These findings suggest that age-related bone weakness, osteoporosis and brittle bone conditions can be ameliorated, and bone fractures can heal faster and more effectively using CBG and CBD.

 

Immune Support

Supporting our immune system is the reason we take vitamin supplements and now we know cannabinoids also play a part in boosting our immunity.  The coronavirus pandemic led to important discoveries about the immune-supporting function of cannabinoids. In July 2020, researchers at the University of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada published a paper on preventive treatments using CBD in the treatment of SARS Covid-19. Their research showed CBD could be used to combat Covid by modulating levels of ACE2 receptors: these receptors are found in vulnerable gateway tissue: lungs, kidney, liver, they act as entry portals for virus’ to gain access to cells - CBD blocked ACE2 receptor sites at a 70% percent success rate - radically reducing the possibility of infection.

 In 2021 Oregon State University published results of tests using two cannabis compounds: CDGa - cannabigerolic acid and CBDa - cannabidiolic acid which were found to have potential to fight coronavirus. In laboratory tests these two compounds bound to the virus’ spike proteins and blocked a step that the pathogen uses to infect cells.

 

Brain Health

CBD and CBG play an overlapping role in brain health, using unique receptor pathways they produce a strong anti-inflammatory response to  protect brain cells, reducing anxiety and overstimulation. Potential for treating Alzeimers and other neurodegenerative conditions comes as research in mice shows CBG exerting a complex action involving blocking 5HT1A , a serotonin receptor, while stimulating TRPV1 & 2 receptors which led to significantly enhanced learning and memory faculties.  CBG and CBD act collaboratively and elicit bold responses, as an anti-anxiety medication the combination is recommended for panic attacks.

 

Appetite Stimulant and Microbiome Support

Often THC is an effective appetite stimulant but the psychoactive component can be difficult for some. Research shows positive results for CBG and CBD improving appetite and research with IBD sufferers has shown corresponding reduction in digestive pain and inflammation.

 

Anti-Tumor

CBD has been studied far greater than CBG and its anti-cancer properties are documented. Interest in CBG and its combined use with CBD has spiked with published research showing that CBG and CBD caused apoptosis (cell death) in colon cancer cells in mice.

 

The interest in CBD and CBG is reflected in ongoing research and the sphere of influence of these cannabinoids continues to grow.

New studies on the antibacterial properties of CBG and CBD showed positive results with methicillin-resistant MRSA staph infections.

In psychiatric medicine Dr Bonnie Goldstein is developing therapies for bi-polar conditions and autism which utilize CBG and CBD.

 

Following the science, Synergy Wellness offers doctor-formulated full spectrum CBDa/CBGa capsules which we recommend as a supplement to promote bone health, for mood & neurological applications, to address inflammatory conditions and provide support against viral infections including coronavirus and variants.

 

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Early Adopters - How Much Impact has Cannabis had on Human Health and Culture?

We don’t know what happened to humans around 60,000 years ago, but from that time onward archeology has revealed the accelerated development of a tool-making culture whose technological aptitude led to artistic expression, pottery, jewelry and building. Hemp was being used during the Neolithic period, recently hemp rope dating to 29,500 B.C was recovered from an archeological site in Czechoslovakia. This prehistoric human period is the subject of a new paper, co-written by Dr John Partland and Geoffrey Guy that argues our association with cannabinoids is so ancient that our ECS receptor sites evolved to better accommodate phytocannabinoids.

 

The authors’ hypothesis is that plant cannabinoids interacting with the human endocannabinoid system (ECS) act as a “proto-medicine” improving the fitness of the receptor and that the body made evolutionary changes to strengthen the ligand-receptor association. Cannabinoids gave humans the advantage of enhanced vision, acuity, perception and cerebral stimulation and provided a rich dietary source of essential fatty acids. These benefits may have given our ancestors the impetus to make these significant technological and cultural advances. Certainly, the ancient association with cannabis and hemp has many implications for early culture and the health of populations. The early Neolithic period is characterized by hunter-gatherer societies, gathering hemp eventually led to hemp cultivation which archeology shows us was widespread in the ancient world. Medical texts from China, Egypt and India place cannabis medicine firmly established by 3000 BC, accounting for thousands of years of human cannabis interaction.

 

A new book by Chris Bennet ‘Cannabis: Lost Sacrament of the Ancient World’ starts where prehistory gives way to the ancient world and the rise of monotheism. Bennett focuses on the Old Testament which includes references of cannabis being used in anointing oil, healing salves and fumigation rituals. He cites the important archeological discovery of both frankincense and cannabis resin on a Judahite altar at Tel Abad in Israel. This discovery renewed interest concerning the use of cannabis in ancient rituals and led to a reevaluation of Old Testament texts which presented conflicting evidence of both orthodox religious cannabis use and condemnation from religious conservatism which denounced cannabis as a degenerate foreign indulgence.

 

These are thought-provoking ideas that add to our musings on the long association of humans and cannabis and the way that cannabis has been culturally embraced and abandoned throughout history. One thing is definite, humans were early adopters of cannabis, and it has shown extraordinary staying power in human history as a resource for medicine, fiber and food.