It Shouldn't Be This Hard to Serve Your Country

It Shouldn't Be This Hard to Serve Your Country
Author: David Shulkin
Publisher: PublicAffairs
Total Pages: 367
Release: 2019-10-22
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1541762649

The former VA secretary describes his fight to save veteran health care from partisan politics and how his efforts were ultimately derailed by a small group of unelected officials appointed by the Trump White House. Known in health care circles for his ability to turn around ailing hospitals, Dr. David Shulkin was originally brought into government by President Obama to save the beleaguered Department of Veterans Affairs. When President Trump appointed him as secretary of the VA, Shulkin was as shocked as anyone. Yet this surprise was trivial compared to what Shulkin encountered as secretary: a team of political appointees devoted to stopping anyone -- including the secretary himself -- who stood in the way of privatizing the agency and implementing their political agenda. In this uninhibited memoir, Shulkin opens up about why the government has long struggled to provide good medical care to military veterans and the plan he had to solve these problems. This is a book about the commitment we make to the men and women who risk their lives fighting for our country, how the VA was finally beginning to live up to it, and why the new administration may now be taking us in the wrong direction.

The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids

The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids
Author: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 487
Release: 2017-03-31
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0309453070

Significant changes have taken place in the policy landscape surrounding cannabis legalization, production, and use. During the past 20 years, 25 states and the District of Columbia have legalized cannabis and/or cannabidiol (a component of cannabis) for medical conditions or retail sales at the state level and 4 states have legalized both the medical and recreational use of cannabis. These landmark changes in policy have impacted cannabis use patterns and perceived levels of risk. However, despite this changing landscape, evidence regarding the short- and long-term health effects of cannabis use remains elusive. While a myriad of studies have examined cannabis use in all its various forms, often these research conclusions are not appropriately synthesized, translated for, or communicated to policy makers, health care providers, state health officials, or other stakeholders who have been charged with influencing and enacting policies, procedures, and laws related to cannabis use. Unlike other controlled substances such as alcohol or tobacco, no accepted standards for safe use or appropriate dose are available to help guide individuals as they make choices regarding the issues of if, when, where, and how to use cannabis safely and, in regard to therapeutic uses, effectively. Shifting public sentiment, conflicting and impeded scientific research, and legislative battles have fueled the debate about what, if any, harms or benefits can be attributed to the use of cannabis or its derivatives, and this lack of aggregated knowledge has broad public health implications. The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids provides a comprehensive review of scientific evidence related to the health effects and potential therapeutic benefits of cannabis. This report provides a research agendaâ€"outlining gaps in current knowledge and opportunities for providing additional insight into these issuesâ€"that summarizes and prioritizes pressing research needs.

The CBD Beauty Book

The CBD Beauty Book
Author: CICO Books
Publisher: Ryland Peters & Small
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2021-07-13
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1800650493

Discover how to use CBD oil in homemade natural beauty products to harness its powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects to help with acne, ageing and much more. CBD (cannabidiol) has become hugely popular as a beauty ingredient, especially when combined with other wonderful botanical ingredients. CBD is one of the most powerful parts of the cannabis and hemp plant and is immensely helpful for skincare needs including acne, ageing and skin irritation. CBD has no psychoactive activity, unlike THC which is the psychoactive chemical element of the plant. This means you can benefit from the therapeutic effects of CBD without any other effects. Not only a medicinal aid, CBD can also be used in an oil within your beauty products and treatments since it is rich in antioxidants as well as having brilliant anti-inflammatory properties. The CBD Beauty Book shows you how to incorporate CBD oil into a range of homemade beauty products for your face, body and hair, all made with natural, vegan and nut-free ingredients which are kinder to your skin and to the environment. Recipes include an anti-ageing rosehip face oil, a honey and cinnamon anti-inflammatory face mask, divine orange and cocoa body butter and a body balm to relieve aches and pains.

Therapeutic Uses of Cannabis

Therapeutic Uses of Cannabis
Author: British Medical Association
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2020-08-17
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1000159655

At the last Annual Representative Meeting of the British Medical Association a motion was passed that `certain additional cannabinoids should be legalized for wider medicinal use.'' This report supports this landmark statement by reviewing the scientific evidence for the therapeutic use of cannabinoids and sets the agenda for change. It will be welcomed by those who believe that cannabinoids can be used in medical treatment. The report discusses in a clear and readable form the use and adverse effects of the drug for nausea, multiple sclerosis, pain, epilepsy, glaucoma, and asthma.

The CBD Oil Solution

The CBD Oil Solution
Author: Rachna Patel
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2019-08-01
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0241421594

Get healthy, not high. Discover natural pain relief with expert guidance and recipes for CBD-infused edibles and self-care products. Get informed about the facts about cannabidiol benefits, uses, and dosages with The CBD Oil Solution. Let world-recognised CBD and medical marijuana expert Dr. Rachna Patel show you how to treat a range of ailments, including anxiety, inflammation, insomnia, and chronic pain conditions, with advice on buying the right products and tailoring treatments to suit your self-care needs. Once you're familiar with CBD, discover more than 40 cannabidiol-infused recipes, including edibles such as desserts and drinks, as well as lotion, lip balm, and other health and beauty products. Create and tailor your ideal treatment programme by choosing the remedies and CBD delivery methods that work Control your own wellness the natural way with The CBD Oil Solution.

The Analytical Chemistry of Cannabis

The Analytical Chemistry of Cannabis
Author: Brian F. Thomas
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 133
Release: 2015-12-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128046708

A volume in the Emerging Issues in Analytical Chemistry series, The Analytical Chemistry of Cannabis: Quality Assessment, Assurance, and Regulation of Medicinal Marijuana and Cannabinoid Preparations provides analytical chemistry methods that address the latest issues surrounding cannabis-based products. The plethora of marketed strains of cannabis and cannabinoid-containing products, combined with the lack of industry standards and labelling requirements, adds to the general perception of poor quality control and limited product oversight. The methods described in this leading-edge volume help to support the manufacturing, labelling, and distribution of safe and consistent products with known chemical content and demonstrated performance characteristics. It treats analytical chemistry within the context of the diverse issues surrounding medicinal and recreational cannabis in a manner designed to foster understanding and rational perspective in non-scientist stakeholders as well as scientists who are concerned with bringing a necessary degree of order to a field now characterized by confusion and contradiction. - Addresses current and emerging analytical chemistry methods - an approach that is unique among the literature on this topic - Presents information from a broad perspective of the issues in a single compact volume - Employs language comprehensible to non-technical stakeholders as well as to specialists in analytical chemistry

CBD Oil for Pain Relief

CBD Oil for Pain Relief
Author: Robert Stevens
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 74
Release: 2018-02-04
Genre:
ISBN: 9781985092228

Do you suffer from chronic pain, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, serious and crippling neck and back pain, multiple sclerosis, or another ailment that keeps you from living the best version of your life? If so: you're probably taking medication that leave you with horrific side effects. Even ibuprofen cannot be trusted on the path to pain relief, as it can damage your organs. Scientists point to the dynamic benefits of CBD oil for at-home treatment, finding that it reduces inflammation, significantly reduces pain, fights depression and anxiety, and allows for a better quality of life. CBD oil-a natural, completely legal compound found in the cannabis plant, is the answer to your horrific pain. And this book, The CBD Oil for Pain Relief: Your Compete Guide to CBD Oil for Natural Pain Relief Without Medications, offers a comprehensive guide for how much CBD oil to take based on your weight and pain level, which brands of CBD oil to purchase, and how not to lose money in a new and booming industry. It addresses the "legality" issue, and gives you recipes for pain-relieving salves and moisturizers, which include CBD oil as a main ingredient. Don't wait another moment to change your life, rid yourself of crippling medications, and seek a natural cure to your pain.

The CBD Bible

The CBD Bible
Author: Dr. Dani Gordon
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2020-09-15
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1538736071

Treat pain safely, relieve stress, and learn the science behind CBD and THC with this guide from a doctor, researcher, and leading expert in cannabis medicine. What is the difference between CBD and THC? What is the difference between over the counter CBD oils and medical cannabis oils? What is the science? Does it actually work, and what for? We are in the middle of a medical revolution regarding the cannabis plant and its uses. Medical cannabis has gained notice for treating serious illnesses when drugs fail, CBD oil has become incredibly popular as a wellness product, with hundreds of brands flying off the high street shelves. However, there is still confusion around the plant, what it can do and how to make use of it for both wellness, self care and treating medical conditions. American board certified doctor and international expert in CBD, cannabis, and natural medicine, Dr. Dani Gordon has written The CBD Bible to explain how CBD and medical cannabis can be used to safely treat pain, alleviate stress, and create a deeper sense of well being. With guidance on dosing, sourcing, different products, and much more, this is a must-have book for those ready to take the next step in their journey to overall wellbeing.

CBD Drinks for Health

CBD Drinks for Health
Author: Carlene Thomas
Publisher: Adams Media
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2020-01-14
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1507212127

Nutritional expert Carlene Thomas shares 100 delicious recipes from juices and smoothies to tonics and cocktails so you can create the perfect CBD drink for total mind and body wellness any time of the day. We’ve all heard that CBD oil can reduce stress, anxiety, pain, and inflammation, and its effects can be felt immediately. Now, this book offers 100 recipes for delicious CBD infused drinks that you can make any time of the day. From spritzes to smoothies and tonics to cocktails (with mocktail variations for the sober seekers), find the perfect drink to help you enjoy the many benefits of CBD oil. Registered dietician and nutritionist Carlene Thomas, who was named America’s Next Great Nutritionist by mindbodygreen, explains all about CBD oil, or cannabidiol oil, including why it’s legal, how it works in the body, its health benefits, proper dosage, special considerations, and much more. Unwind with the refreshing, relaxing beverages in CBD Drinks for Health and learn everything you need to know about using CBD oil with confidence and peace of mind.

Healing With Hemp CBD Oil

Healing With Hemp CBD Oil
Author: Earl Mindell, RPh, MH, PhD
Publisher: Square One Publishers, Inc.
Total Pages: 151
Release: 2017-10-17
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0757054552

The health benefits of marijuana are now getting a good deal of attention. Yet hemp—a close relative of marijuana—is actually a far richer source of CBD, the compound responsible for effectively treating dozens of disorders, and contains very little THC, the substance responsible for marijuana’s highs. Sounds like growing and using hemp is a win-win situation, right? Not quite, because the US government, which holds the patent for CBD specifically because of its healing abilities, has unfairly classified hemp as a Class 1 drug, thereby banning people in the United States from growing it commercially. If you find this confusing, you’re not alone. That’s why best-selling author Earl Mindell has written Healing with Hemp CBD Oil, a straightforward book that will first help you understand what’s going on with hemp oil in the United States, and then teach you how to use this valuable natural remedy to improve your health. The book begins by looking at the important role the hemp plant has played in both Eastern and Western societies as a source for paper, textiles, rope, and so much more. This is followed by a discussion of the science behind CBD’s medical benefits. The author then provides a consumer’s guide to buying hemp products—especially its oil and its CBD supplements—and offers an eye-opening examination of hemp’s legal status in the United States, from the 1900s to now. Finally, based on up-to-date studies, Dr. Mindell presents an A-to-Z guide to the many uses of hemp oil and CBD for various health conditions, from arthritis to depression to heart disease. Although the United States has given CBD-rich hemp a problematic legal status, fortunately, this product—sourced from other countries—is readily available. Healing with Hemp CBD Oil guides you in using this all-natural substance as a safe, side effect-free remedy.