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Your Guide to CBD Gummies for College Stress

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  College is a fun and memorable time, but it can also be stressful. While in high school students work tirelessly toward a GPA and a lifespan that starts with getting into the college of their dreams. They fondly imagine their new campus life filled with a chance to live on their own, find new friends, and explore interesting ideas   These changes, however, welcomed and dreamed of, can also be stressful. In a matter of 24 hours, college students separate from their traditional support system of family and friends. They lose the familiarity of their hometown and now they start to face a wealth of new challenges, such as living with roommates, managing college-level course workloads, and developing their own identity in a new environment.   For all these reasons and more, it comes as no surprise that anxiety often increases during college. Many students have found CBD as a great tool to combat the stressors that going away to college can bring. The best CBD gummies for anxiety and stres

Combat Winter Joint Pain With CBD

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Did you know that CBD for joint pain is a winter must-have? If your joints feel the dropping temps more than they used to, it might be time to check out the benefits of CBD for joint pain this Fall and Winter season. Wondering why your joints suffer more in the winter than in the summer? Here’s why, according to an  orthopedic surgeon based in Illinois  (a state with seriously cold winters). As the temps drop, the atmospheric pressure on the joints decreases. With this decrease, joints begin to expand, creating a stretch effect on the tissues around the joints. As a result, the nerve ending gets aggravated to varying degrees, and pain ensues.    CBD for joint pain is an excellent tool to get you and your joints through the “expansion” that the cold weather brings. Check out some recent support in favor of adding CBD for joint pain to your wellness regimen. CBD for Joint Pain in the Numbers: 14% of Americans in 2019 told  Gallop  that they used CBD. The number one reason listed was CBD

5 Fun Activities To Do On Halloween As An Adult

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5 Fun Activities To Do On Halloween As An Adult Sure little kids love Halloween, but it is an equal-opportunity holiday with lots of fun on deck for adults too. If you are looking for things to do on Halloween at home this year, this is the list you’ve been waiting for.  This list, however, is not for the kindergarten set. Even though you might find some crafty ideas, this list of things to do on Halloween at home is for the fun-loving adult only. We can’t wait to share the ideas to make this the best Halloween ever, so without further delay, let’s dive right in. The Best Guide Ever For Things To Do on Halloween at Home Scary Movie Soiree  – Invite a few friends over for a  scary movie marathon . If you are the homebody type and looking for things to do on Halloween at home, this is a go-to consideration. From the recent Halloween reboot to Saw to old classics like The Exorcist or Nightmare on Elm Street, your lineup can be truly epic. AND, Haygood Farms has a few tips to make things e

How to Make Coffee Better? Just Add CBD!

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  CBD coffee takes two things people love passionately for a combo that creates all kinds of wins. CBD and coffee have been shown to hold a bevy of health benefits so putting them together seems like a true no-brainer. In case you need a refresher (or live off the grid), you can check out this refresher that details the abbreviated list of ways CBD coffee can add value to your healthy lifestyle.   The pros of coffee:  Coffee is a powerhouse that brings a wealth of antioxidants that have been shown to fight against oxidative stress caused by aging, exposure to pollution, chemicals, ultraviolet (UV) radiation and even poor-quality food and alcohol. According to a  study  published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, daily coffee consumption may also bring a wealth of additional health benefits including: Lower Risk of All-Cause Mortality Possible Help in the Fight Against Type 2 diabetes Lower Risk of Liver Disease Possible Reduction in Risk of Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s Disease

Cannabinoid 101: What is THCa?

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Cannabinoid 101: What is THCa?  You’ve read about many different cannabinoids, or compounds found in cannabis plants. But what is THCa, and what makes this cannabinoid unique? THCa, or tetrahydrocannabinolic acid, is found in abundance in cannabis plants. As the precursor to THC, this potent cannabinoid has great potential for providing pain relief and more.  THCa is the acidic precursor to delta-9 THC, the most prominent cannabinoid that has intoxicating effects in cannabis. THCa is not intoxicating, and this cannabinoid is found at its highest levels in raw cannabis. THCa converted to THC through heat—through smoking or vaping—creates the most popular cannabinoid and its intoxicating effects. Essentially, THCa is THC in its raw form before decarboxylation.  Until heat is applied, THCa doesn’t readily react with the body’s endocannabinoid receptors. However, some individuals have anecdotal support for consuming raw cannabis with high levels of THCa, including juiced or as a tincture o