Author Archives: Ben Weatherstaff

About Ben Weatherstaff

Nurseryman/Herbalist/Apothecary

The Interconnectedness of Sleep, Gut Health and the Endocannabinoid System

Gut Health, Sleep and CBD are all interconnected. Gastroenterologist, Dr. Will Bulsiewics, in his book ´Fiber Fueled Cookbook´ (2022) notes that ¨Research has shown that sleep and your gut microbiota are intertwined. A damaged gut negatively affects sleep. Sleep deprivation … Continue reading

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The ABC´s of CBD

The ABC´s of CBD (excerpted from a Reader´s Digest article-  be forewarned, this is a longish and technical read) Italian scientist Vincenzo DiMarzo described the role of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) in human health as helping us to “eat, sleep, … Continue reading

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Lower Blood Pressure with Cannabis and WFPB diet

It’s interesting to know that cannabis use can reduce blood pressure. This along with a WFPB (whole food plant based) diet normalizes blood pressure even more. Cannabis therapy is not my only interest in improving health. Over time, looking to … Continue reading

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