The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a complex system in our bodies that helps keep your body stable and maintain balance. It is made up of three main parts: endocannabinoids (naturally occurring chemicals that our bodies produce), cannabinoid receptors (proteins found on the surface of cells throughout the body), and enzymes (molecules that help to produce and break down endocannabinoids). All animals including vertebrates and invertebrates have endocannabinoid systems.

Some signs and symptoms might suggest an imbalance in the endocannabinoid system, such as:

• Chronic pain or inflammation
• Mood disorders, including anxiety and depression
• Difficulty sleeping or insomnia
• Appetite changes, such as loss of appetite or overeating
• Impaired memory or cognitive function
• Digestive issues or gastrointestinal disorders
• Neurological disorders, such as migraines or neuropathic pain

To support and potentially replenish your endocannabinoid system (ECS), you can try:

1. Lifestyle Changes: Regular exercise, stress reduction techniques (such as meditation or stretching), and maintaining a balanced diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
2. Phytocannabinoids: Consuming cannabis containing cannabinoids like CBD or THC can interact with the ECS similar to endocannabinoids to replenish the ECS and return the body to homeostasis.
3. Avoiding Endocannabinoid Blockers: Limiting the intake of alcohol, caffeine, and processed foods may help prevent interference with ECS signaling.

Cannabis is a plant species with Hemp and Marijuana being the main two different breeds/varieties. Cannabis offers a variety of different uses from medicine to building materials.

Hemp is a variety of the cannabis plant that is dominant in its CBD content and contains less than 0.3% THC. Hemp is a very versatile crop that is grown for its fiber, flower, and seeds. Hemp can be used to make a variety of products, including: textiles, paper, food, building materials, bioplastics, biofuels, and medicine.

Cannabinoids are chemical compounds that interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS). Our endocannabinoid systems are involved in regulating a wide range of processes inside our bodies including mood, appetite, sleep, and pain. There are over 100 different cannabinoids found in cannabis, and they all have different roles and effects. The most well known and researched cannabinoids are CBD, THC, CBG, and CBN.

CBD is a naturally occurring compound or phytocannabinoid found in the cannabis plant. It’s gained popularity for its variety of benefits. CBD is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid that will NOT get you high. CBD is the most abundant cannabinoid in hemp plants.

THC is the main psychoactive chemical in marijuana that is responsible for psychoactive effects. THC is often used both recreationally and medicinally. THC is the most abundant cannabinoid in marijuana and can get you “high” with its intoxicating properties, typically at higher doses.

CBD is legal in the US because it comes from hemp, a cannabis variety with under 0.3% THC. The 2018 Farm Bill removed hemp from the Controlled Substances Act, legalizing hemp and hemp-derived products for the first time in almost one hundred years.

Hemp and marijuana are both varieties or breeds of cannabis. Hemp is CBD dominant with less than 0.3% THC, while marijuana is THC dominant with little amounts of CBD. Hemp is federally legal while marijuana is still federally illegal. However, they both look and smell identical to each other.

Due to differences in metabolism, weight, tolerance, and other factors, everyone responds differently to CBD. A good starting dosage is 10-20 mg taken consistently for 3-5 days, then increased incrementally if needed. Those with more severe conditions may start at higher dosages, adjusting the dosage until desired effects are achieved. Finding the optimal dosage often requires patience as the CBD gets to work in your system. Refer to the dosage guide on the side of our CBD Oil packaging for serving sizes and milligram dosages.

If you’re new or not consistent with using cannabis always start with a low dose and increase incrementally if needed.

If you have a tolerance to cannabis products start with our recommended serving size and increase incrementally if needed.

Expect to wait between 30-90 minutes to feel the effects
Take note of how you are feeling and make sure that you are comfortable with that feeling. Adjust dosage as needed.

If you anticipate a drug test, it is important to be aware of the different types of CBD products and how they may affect your results.

Full spectrum CBD products contain trace amounts of THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis that can cause a positive drug test. Broad spectrum CBD products contain all of the Cannabinoids found in the Cannabis plant except for THC. CBD isolate products only contain CBD and no other Cannabinoids.

Consult with your company’s HR department, your doctor, etc. if you are concerned about a drug test.

Hemp is a fast-growing crop that is one of the most efficient plants at removing carbon dioxide from our atmosphere. With its deep roots, hemp improves soil health by replenishing nutrients and preventing erosion. Unlike many crops, hemp grows well without pesticides or much water. Hemp offers environmental benefits by absorbing carbon rapidly, enhancing soil quality, and requiring few resources to cultivate.

Terpenes are developed in the trichomes of the cannabis plant. Trichomes are the hair-like structures that contain both cannabinoids and terpenes.

Some cannabis varieties may contain a combination of cannabinoids and terpenes that produce a balance of relaxing and uplifting effects. For example, certain varieties may have higher levels of myrcene, a terpene known for its sedative properties, which can contribute to feelings of relaxation. At the same time, other terpenes, such as limonene or pinene, may have uplifting or energizing effects, counteracting feelings of lethargy or sedation.

Finding the right product with the perfect mix of terpenes and cannabinoids for your needs is important. It might take some trial and error to discover the ideal delivery method and dose that works best for you.

Our Calm oil is a combination of CBD and Linalool (sedative, anti-anxiety).

Pure Shenandoah’s Balance oil is a combination of CBD and Caryophyllene (pain relieving and anti-inflammatory). Caryophyllene is also in Hawaiian Haze Glacier CBG, and White CBG smokeable flower varieties and prerolls.