Consider the phrase "endocannabinoid." The phrase "cannabinoid" is derived from the word "cannabis," and "endo" refers to the fact that it is formed naturally within the body. As a result, "endocannabinoid" actually refers to cannabis-like compounds that exist naturally in our dogs (and our) bodies. Our dogs, us, our cats, and other mammals all have… Continue reading What’s the Endocannabinoid System?
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What Is Ayurveda Medicine and Why is it Important?
One of the world's oldest systems of medicine, the word "Ayurveda" comes from the Sanskrit terms for life (ayur) and knowledge (veda). A key tenet of Ayurveda is that of interconnectedness and balance. Ayurveda medicine views health holistically and is designed to prevent disease and maintain good health through careful balancing of the mind, body,… Continue reading What Is Ayurveda Medicine and Why is it Important?
Get to Know Your Chakras
Derived from the Sanskrit word for wheel, chakras are metaphysical nodes of energy where the physical, spiritual, and emotional states of being all intersect. In the simplest sense, they help analyze how the balance of energy within an individual contributes to holistic wellness. What Are The Different Chakras? Your chakras represent different areas of your… Continue reading Get to Know Your Chakras