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March 3, 2022 by Nikki

Don’t let PMS get in the way of your daily living! If you need some menstrual pain relief, feel free to contact us for recommendations.

Raise your hand if you’re sick and tired of PMS!

At Canna Relief, it’s not uncommon for customers to ask us how to relieve cramping, fatigue, mood swings and other PMS-related symptoms. So here are a few supplements to consider to help with PMS and improve your quality of life:

Nature’s Bounty Gentle Iron Plus (90 capsules): Did you know that heavy periods can cause anemia? This occurs when your body doesn’t have the proper amount of red blood cells to provide your tissues with oxygen. In turn, this lowers your iron levels. So start replenishing your iron stores with these iron capsules, which also support immune function and reduce free radicals. Each capsule contains 28mg of iron, as well as vitamin C, folate and B12.
Nature’s Way Wild Yam Root (100 capsules): Can’t get out of bed because of cramps? Then check out this natural supplement. Wild yam root is traditionally used as an herbal remedy for relieving abdominal and menstrual pain. Bonus: it’s also a natural anti-inflammatory traditionally used for sore joints! Each capsule contains 425mg of wild yam root; take two capsules three times a day with food.
Joova Hormone Balance Topical Cream (50g): This hormone balance cream for women is suitable for PMS and menopausal symptoms! Just apply a pea-size amount of cream in the crease of your elbow or wrist three times a day. It’s known to help alleviate symptoms such as breast pain and tightness, constipation, diarrhea, hot flashes, and cramping. For topical use only.
Manitoba Harvest Hemp Oil (60 softgels): Containing hemp seed oil, these capsules are an easy way to boost your intake of omegas. (And no refrigeration required!) PMS sufferers may want to consider upgrading their amount of omega-3s. According to one study published in Complementary Therapies in Medicine, “It appears that omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the psychiatric symptoms of PMS including depression, nervousness, anxiety, and lack of concentration and may also reduce the somatic symptoms of PMS including bloating, headache and breast tenderness.”

All of these items are available at Canna Relief in Streetsville, Mississauga. If you want to inquire about these supplements, or you have questions about cannabis and CBD, call our educators at 905-286-4420. You can also click here to purchase these items and other supplements.

Reference

Sohrabi N, Kashanian M, Ghafoori SS, Malakouti SK. Evaluation of the effect of omega-3 fatty acids in the treatment of premenstrual syndrome: “a pilot trial”. Complement Ther Med. 2013 Jun;21(3):141-6. doi: 10.1016/j.ctim.2012.12.008. Epub 2013 Jan 16. PMID: 23642943.

October 1, 2020 by Nikki

Got joint pain? Find these products and more at Canna Relief in Streetsville, Mississauga.

For many people, the fall season brings excitement for cooler weather and pumpkin spice lattes. For others, the weather change is dreadful and stifling for joint pain. So here are a few products that may help relieve sore joints:

18 Paths Herbal Relief Rub ($26.99): Based on the foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine, this unique gel is non-oily and easy to use. Containing anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, 18 Paths is known to help increase blood flow to sore areas of the body, promote healing, and work quickly on calming sore joints. Tip: try having a hot bath prior to rubbing on the gel for soothing results!
Swiss Natural Magnesium Oxide 420mg ($14.99): According to a study published in the journal Osteoarthritis Cartilage, “Lower magnesium intake was associated with worse pain and function [in knee osteoarthritis].” That being said, consider upping your magnesium intake if you’re suffering from joint pain. Take one Swiss Natural magnesium supplement (420mg) daily to help maintain bones and promote muscle function.
Manitoba Harvest Hemp Seed Oil capsules ($12.99): Manitoba Harvest’s hemp seed oil capsules contain gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which, according to Very Well Health, “…is converted by the body into substances that fight inflammation and cell damage.” In fact, “It is believed that, by tempering the underlying autoimmune inflammation, GLA may reduce the progression or severity of [rheumatoid arthritis],” explains Very Well Health. To increase GLA in your diet, take one Manitoba Harvest capsule twice a day.

Of course, a healthy lifestyle also contributes to alleviating joint pain. Stress can contribute to inflammation and pain, so pencil in “you” time, such as meditation, exercise, or any other hobbies to keep you relaxed. Also, try adding CBD (cannabidiol) to your health regime, which is naturally anti-inflammatory with calming properties. (Click here to learn why CBD is used for alleviating arthritis and chronic pain.)

Do you have questions about how supplements and CBD may alleviate joint pain? Call us at 905-286-4420 to speak to a Canna Relief educator.

References:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29454594/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8912502/

https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-benefits-of-gamma-linolenic-acid-89185

August 13, 2020 by Nikki

Cheers! We’ve added these wine glasses and more to our online shop. Click here to view our products.

Great news! To help you shop in the comfort of your own home, we’ve added more products to our online store:

Alterra Herbasante Joova horomone balance cream: a homeopathic topical cream suitable for PMS and menopausal symptoms such as: cramps, breast soreness, headaches, neuralgia and constipation. Apply a pea-sized amount on the inside of your arm or in the crease of your elbow or your wrist three times a day.
Manitoba Harvest hemp oil cold-pressed hemp seed oil capsules: these GMO-free, Keto-certified capsules are loaded with omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids to support brain health, immunity and your skin. Each serving (3 capsules) contains only 9 calories and 825mg of omegas.
Swiss Natural Solutions Energy with green tea, vitamin B12 and guarana: this healthy unique formulation was created to improve energy levels naturally. Contains antioxidants, vitamin B12 and guarana to promote muscle stimulation. (How can green tea help alleviate fatigue? Read this post to learn more.)
Cannabis-themed wine glasses: a great gift for all occasions! Make a toast with these classic wine glasses; available only in pairs.

Interested in more healthy products? Click here to view our online shop. If you live in the Mississauga area, feel free to stop by or phone in your order for curbside pick-up.

July 25, 2019 by Nikki

Hemp is amazingly nutritious as a food and supplement. But did you know that hemp is used to make paper and textiles? And that hemp can be used in more than 25,000 ways? Here are some interesting facts you never knew about hemp:

According to Healing with Hemp CBD Oil by Earl Mindell, ancient Indian and Chinese cultures used hemp for religious reasons and as health aids.
Hemp belongs to the same family as cannabis, however, they’re more like distant cousins. Hemp has less than 0.3% THC, whereas cannabis contains higher amounts of THC, which is the famous phytocannabinoid that gets you “high.”
Hemp seed oil, which is used for many foods like salad dressings, is chock-full of essential fatty acids (EFAs) without CBD and THC.
According to The Leafly Guide to Cannabis, the omega-3s and omega-6s in hemp seed oil skin-care products can “provide moisture and protection from sun damage.”
During the 18th and 19th centuries, hemp was prominent in Canada as clothing and canvas materials.
Paper made out of hemp is better than wood paper. According to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, you can fully grow hemp in four months; this “can yield four times as much paper as an equal acreage of trees.”
Growing hemp does not require herbicides.
Hemp papers used for rolling joints burn uniformly without compromising the flavor of your cannabis strain.
In 2005, a study published in the Journal of Dermatology Treatment showed that dietary hemp seed oil could help relieve dry skin and itchiness from eczema by ingesting 2 tbsp of the oil daily.

How can hemp improve your life? Click here to learn more about hemp and cannabis.

References:

Earl Mindell. Healing with Hemp CBD Oil. 2018, Square One Publishers.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, “Canadian Hemp”: http://www.agr.gc.ca/eng/industry-markets-and-trade/explore-canadian-food-products/canadian-hemp/?id=1425995909613

The Leafly Guide to Cannabis by the Leafly Team, 2017, Hachette Book Group.

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