Posts by Hemp for Health by Jammin Canna
Webinar: What Your Doctor Wants You to Know About Hemp
A free public webinar with Dr. Garth O. Vaz Thursday, October 1, 2026 6:00–7:00 p.m. CT What’s the difference between cannabis and hemp? What does CBD actually do in the body? And how can you tell whether a product is safe to use and worth considering? Join us for a public conversation with Dr. Vaz,…
Read MoreHemp Seed Oil vs. CBD: When Hemp Marketing Creates Confusion
A few months ago, a patient walked into Dr. Vaz’s office and mentioned during his visit that he had tried hemp products for relief, but they simply did not work. Dr. Vaz was puzzled. Having read clinical studies and witnessed firsthand the relief that well-formulated topical cannabidiol (CBD) can provide, he knew there was more…
Read MoreHow Safe Is CBD? Exploring Its Safety Profile Through A Recent Study
As the popularity of Cannabidiol (CBD), a naturally occurring compound extracted from the hemp plant, grows, so do questions about safety, particularly around dosage. A recent randomized controlled trial published in JAMA Internal Medicine in September 2025 and available through the National Library of Medicine offers valuable insights into how CBD affects the body, even…
Read MoreTop 10 Most Commonly Asked Questions About Training With CBD
Many active people, whether they are seasoned athletes or just beginning a new fitness routine, are curious about hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) and how it might fit into their approach to movement, exercise, and overall wellness. In this article, we answer 10 of the most common questions about using CBD in the context of fitness and…
Read MoreNavigating Challenges and Setbacks in a New Fitness Routine
Starting a new exercise routine or trying a new sport often feels energizing at first. But once the initial excitement fades, many people encounter challenges they didn’t anticipate, such as fatigue, muscle soreness, stiffness, or a sense that progress is slower than expected. These experiences, while seemingly discouraging, are very common, especially when the body…
Read MoreFitness Resolutions That Stick: How to Start the Year Strong
January brings renewed motivation to move more, train harder, and follow through on fitness goals. While enthusiasm is a powerful driver, doctors and sports medicine specialists consistently see the same pattern each year: people push too hard, too fast, and many end up injured, burned out, or discouraged before winter is over. Research shows that…
Read MoreTopical CBD for Muscle Relief: How It Supports Active Lifestyles
Staying Active Is On the Rise in America Across the United States, adults are increasingly participating in regular physical activity. Running participation has increased steadily over the past decade, and racquet sports like pickleball have become the nation’s fastest-growing physical activity. According to a Sports & Fitness Industry Association trend analysis, pickleball participation alone grew…
Read MoreFrom Marathons to Ultras: How CBD Helped Leroy Calk Go the Distance
In our previous interview back in June, Texas-based athlete Leroy Calk was preparing for the Missoula Marathon. Since then, Leroy has turned his focus toward the uncharted territory of ultrarunning. In September, he became the Last Man Standing champion at the Great Springs Trail Race – Natural Bridge Caverns, completing 80 miles in 19 hours…
Read MoreTexas Tightens Rules on Hemp-Derived Products
This article was last updated: 10/04/2025 In September 2025, Governor Greg Abbott signed Executive Order GA-56, directing Texas state agencies to implement stricter regulations on hemp-derived products, particularly to restrict sales of products containing hemp-derived cannabinoids to minors. The order instructs the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC),…
Read MoreTexas Hemp Industry Update: Second Special Session Ends, What’s Next?
Texas Special Session Wrap-Up: An Hemp Industry Update Texas’ second special legislative session concluded last week without banning hemp-derived cannabinoids, including those containing low doses of THC. The proposed Senate Bill 6, which would have outlawed all hemp products with detectable cannabinoids except for CBD and CBG, failed to advance in the House. The session…
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