
Ep 59: The Magic of Terpenes, Cannabis, and Cannabinoids with Dr. Lee Know
01/20/22 • 39 min
For those struggling with pain, trouble sleeping, or anxiety, this is the episode for you! Today’s expert, Dr. Lee Know, is a naturopathic doctor, author, and entrepreneur who is changing the way we look at some of these conditions using terpenes, the compounds responsible for the way most plants smell. Citrus rinds, fresh lavender, and cannabis leaves are all examples of where you can find terpenes, and it’s these terpenes in cannabis that are changing the way we think about natural health solutions for chronic pain, insomnia, and stress! In this episode, Dr. Know dives into the science behind the many health benefits of using cannabis as a natural supplement, why you might choose CB2 oil over CBD oil, and how you can use CB2 oil not only for yourself but for your pets and your kids too! For everything you need to know about the magic of terpenes, cannabinoids, and cannabis, make sure not to miss today’s episode of the Natural Health Influencer Podcast!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Find out what sparked Dr. Know’s interest in this particular area of natural health.
- Gain some insight into the endocannabinoid system and the influence of cannabinoids.
- Learn about CB1 and CB2 receptors in the body and the different physiological responses they are responsible for when activated.
- The interesting reason why you can’t overdose from using cannabis as a drug.
- Some of the many health benefits of using cannabis as a natural health product.
- The terpenes found in Cannanda’s CB2 Hemp Seed Oil that activate CB2 receptors.
- Dr. Know explains why you might want to choose CB2 oil over CBD oil.
- Lifestyle factors that can support your endocannabinoid system; runner’s high.
- A word from Joel Thuna about Pure-Lē Natural’s Vitamin D3 + K2 Drops.
- What is in Dr. Know’s pantry, the sound a giraffe makes when dying, and more!
- Some of the main use cases for Cannanda’s CB2 oil, from pain to sleep management.
- The benefits of CB2 oil for pets and the range Cannanda created specifically for dogs.
- The unique terpene profiles of different plants and what they mean for your health.
- Dr. Know shares the recommended age range for their products: six and above.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Mitochondria and the Future of Medicine
Natural Health Influencer on Instagram
Natural Health Influencer Facebook Group
For those struggling with pain, trouble sleeping, or anxiety, this is the episode for you! Today’s expert, Dr. Lee Know, is a naturopathic doctor, author, and entrepreneur who is changing the way we look at some of these conditions using terpenes, the compounds responsible for the way most plants smell. Citrus rinds, fresh lavender, and cannabis leaves are all examples of where you can find terpenes, and it’s these terpenes in cannabis that are changing the way we think about natural health solutions for chronic pain, insomnia, and stress! In this episode, Dr. Know dives into the science behind the many health benefits of using cannabis as a natural supplement, why you might choose CB2 oil over CBD oil, and how you can use CB2 oil not only for yourself but for your pets and your kids too! For everything you need to know about the magic of terpenes, cannabinoids, and cannabis, make sure not to miss today’s episode of the Natural Health Influencer Podcast!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Find out what sparked Dr. Know’s interest in this particular area of natural health.
- Gain some insight into the endocannabinoid system and the influence of cannabinoids.
- Learn about CB1 and CB2 receptors in the body and the different physiological responses they are responsible for when activated.
- The interesting reason why you can’t overdose from using cannabis as a drug.
- Some of the many health benefits of using cannabis as a natural health product.
- The terpenes found in Cannanda’s CB2 Hemp Seed Oil that activate CB2 receptors.
- Dr. Know explains why you might want to choose CB2 oil over CBD oil.
- Lifestyle factors that can support your endocannabinoid system; runner’s high.
- A word from Joel Thuna about Pure-Lē Natural’s Vitamin D3 + K2 Drops.
- What is in Dr. Know’s pantry, the sound a giraffe makes when dying, and more!
- Some of the main use cases for Cannanda’s CB2 oil, from pain to sleep management.
- The benefits of CB2 oil for pets and the range Cannanda created specifically for dogs.
- The unique terpene profiles of different plants and what they mean for your health.
- Dr. Know shares the recommended age range for their products: six and above.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Mitochondria and the Future of Medicine
Natural Health Influencer on Instagram
Natural Health Influencer Facebook Group
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Ep 58: Linda and Dale Bolton on Climbing Kilimanjaro and Ending Poverty
Today on the show we invite Linda and Dale Bolton from Bolton’s Naturals to speak about Dale’s recent climb up Mount Kilimanjaro, how it connects to their fight against poverty, and the role their line of supplements played in getting Dale to the top at the age of 68! We kick things off by hearing about how Dale got the idea to climb Kilimanjaro with his stepson and a few colleagues. He talks about the main factors that got him up the mountain: mindful breathing, taking things one step at a time, having a supportive team, and access to the correct nutrition. This segues us into a discussion of the importance of magnesium. We talk about the central role that Dale and Linda’s magnesium-based products played for Dale on his quest as far as muscle recovery, energy, cleanliness, and more! The final part of our discussion focuses on the charitable intention behind the climb and our guests get into how they will use all the money they raised to kick off 5000 new projects to end world hunger through their non-profit, Thrive for Good. So to hear how the Boltons are checking items off their bucket list while solving some of the world’s biggest problems, be sure to tune in today!
Key Points From This Episode:
- The story behind Dale’s idea to climb Mount Kilimanjaro with his stepson and some friends.
- Linda’s response to Dale’s idea and why she was more worried about her son than him.
- What went into Dale’s preparation and why so much of it involved mental training.
- The four components of a healthy life that played a role in climbing the mountain.
- Magnesium supplements made by the Boltons that Dale used during his experience.
- How fit the local porters who carried the bags were compared to Dale and his friends.
- The many benefits of magnesium and the importance of getting enough of it.
- Joel Thuna from Pure-Lé Natural speaks about the benefits of vitamin K2.
- How climbing Kilimanjaro connects to the charity work that Dale and Linda do.
- Where to go to learn more about and donate to Dale and Linda’s charity, Thrive for Good.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Natural Health Influencer on Instagram
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Ep 60: Dave Marcus with The Health Benefits of WholeHemp Products
The legalization of Cannabis shifted the regulations regarding the products on the market, including those made from the rest of the hemp plant. However, the information available on the internet is still relatively unregulated, so, how do you know that what you’re reading is reliable? Talking to us today about this very topic is Dave Marcus, owner of Natural Emphasis Ltd and Abide Inc., who source cannabis products with a focus on sustainability and wellness. The discussion kicks off with a breakdown of how you can find out which CBD hemp-based products are best for you, and why regulatory laws are good for the consumer. Dave describes where you can find reliable information on the benefits of CBD hemp-based products, and touches on the history of hemp and humans. Tune in to find out the products that can be made from each of the different parts of the hemp plant, and the different health benefits to each. Dave breaks down the science behind CBD-A and describes some of the exciting new research showing its possible antiviral properties. Press “Play” now, to learn all this and so much more!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Today’s topic: CBD hemp-based health products and the ones that are best suited to you.
- Why CBD hemp-based products fall under the Canadian health regulations and don't qualify as natural health products.
- The benefits to regulated products.
- Who Dave Marcus is, and how you can find your own information!
- Where you can access information on hemp and CBD oil, and why it’s so hard to find.
- How regulations make it difficult to ensure the validity of the information available online.
- Why it’s safe to include other parts of the hemp plant (including hearts) in everyday use and the definition of what makes a plant hemp.
- The historical use of hemp (for its fiber), and how the market changed to focus on the seed.
- Where you can go to find out more about the health benefits of cannabinoids: projectCBD.org
- How to navigate the CBD products available: find a legal pharmacy (OCS), and use a full-spectrum whole-plant product for the entourage effect.
- A message from Trent E. Nellis and Joel Thuna on the health benefits of Vitamin D3 and K2 Drops.
- Breaking down the science behind the antiviral effects of hemp plants.
- The study that hints that CBD-A might be able to impact viral transmission!
- Simplifying what each part of the hemp plant produces, and how different products are made from these.
- Hotseat questions to Dave: green tea, being a nutty chocolatier, driving ratings, and why shaving at the back of a grizzly bear is better than flossing a crocodile!
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Cannabinoids Block Cellular Entry of SARS-CoV-2 and the Emerging Variants
Natural Health Influencer Facebook Group
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