CBD for Lyme Disease
and Other Medical Conditions

CBD products may help reduce inflammation,
prevent free radical damage, decrease pain,
improve immune system, modulate mood and more.

CBD is all the rage right now. And rightly so! Its phenomenal effects have been well-documented for many patients for many conditions in many studies.

CBD can even be used effectively in the treatment of Lyme disease and for symptom reduction for Lyme disease. So, Dr. Richey recommends CBD for Lyme disease from Joy Organics - just love that name!

Before discussing more about CBD products, it is important to know some basic scientific information about cannabis, cannabinoids, CBD, THC, hemp and marijuana. Yes, it may be a bit dry and boring, but it is essential in understanding why Dr. Richey recommends CBD for Lyme disease from Joy Organics.

Let's get started!

Cannabis

Cannabis is a plant consisting of three strains: C. sativa, C. indica, and C. ruderalis.

Historically, C. sativa plants grew tall quickly and yielded more fiber. Conversely, C. indica plants were shorter and bushier. Thus, C. sativa plants were cultivated for industrial applications while C. indica plants were cultivated for medicinal purposes. C. ruderalis is rarely used now.

Most modern plants are now hybrids of C. sativa and C. indica. In general, it is helpful to think about cannabis as hemp and marijuana strains based on their CBD and THC content.

Chemical Constituents of Cannabis

The primary chemical constituents of plant cannabis are called phytocannabinoids. Phyto is a prefix that refers to plants.

The main phytocannabinoids are CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol).

Other phytocannabinoids are cannabichromene (CBC), cannabinol (CBN), cannabigerol (CBG), cannabidivarin (CBDv), and delta-9-tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCv).

Terpenoids and flavonoids called cannaflavins are additional chemicals found in cannabis.

Many other chemical components in cannabis provide synergistic properties.

Endocannabinoids and Receptors

Our bodies make endocannabinoids which interact with our endocannabinoid receptors located throughout our bodies in order to regulate various physiological actions. Essentially, these endocannabinoids are neurotransmitters.

The phytocannabinoids from plants can hijack these same endocannabinoid receptors.

CB1 receptors are primarily responsible for the psychoactive effects of THC because these receptors are primarily located in the brain. So, think CB1 = THC.

CB2 receptors are primarily located in the peripheral tissues and are responsible for the inflammatory, analgesic (pain-relieving) and immune regulatory effects of CBD. So, think CB2 = CBD.

Physiological Effects
of Cannabinoids, Terpenoids and Cannaflavins

CBD is the primary medicinal cannabinoid, which means that it can improve your health. Specifically, CBD is beneficial for many disorders by reducing inflammation and preventing free radical damage. Specifically, CBD helps the immune system which is important for Lyme disease.

THC is the primary psychoactive cannabinoid, which means that it can make you “high.” However, THC also possesses some medicinal benefits when used in conjunction with CBD.

Terpenoids work with cannabinoids to kill bacteria, to diminish anxiety and depression, to decrease inflammation, and to reduce pain.

Cannaflavins are significantly reduce inflammation, prevent free radical damage, and promote adequate glutathione levels (which strengthens the immune system, improves detoxification, and increases antioxidation).

CBD for Lyme Disease
and Other Medical Conditions

CBD for Lyme disease and even neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and even autoimmune diseases just makes sense!

Patients with these medical conditions have significant inflammation and free radical damage. Their immune systems are malfunctioning. Toxins are accumulating. Pain is proliferating.

They just want to feel better.

Thankfully, CBD from hemp may help these patients diminish their symptoms and improve their quality of life, but no guarantees - got to have a disclaimer!

Always wean up as tolerated in order to avoid herxing and side effects.

Hemp and Marijuana

Hemp is the non-narcotic version of cannabis with high amounts of CBD and extremely low amounts of THC (generally less than 0.3%).

Marijuana is the narcotic version of cannabis with low amounts of CBD and high amounts of THC (generally up to 30%).

Both hemp and marijuana possess medicinal properties due to their cannabinoids and other chemical constituents.

Legality of CBD and THC

CBD is legal in all fifty states, but THC is generally illegal in most states.

The most effective medicinal combination is cannabis plants with high amounts of CBD and with some THC. But this combination is generally illegal except in states that have legalized medical marijuana.

Even if you go through the hassle to obtain and if you use medical marijuana legally, you may still be liable if the presence of THC is found in your blood after a traffic accident or you may still lose your job if THC is found in your blood during employment drug screens.

Thus, many people opt for the use of THC-free products high in CBD.

CBD for Lyme disease from Joy Organics

So, you have decided that you want to try CBD for Lyme disease or another medical condition. But, what company do you choose? There are so many companies out there these days and more are coming to the market daily. Some of these products are high quality, but others are not.

Fortunately, Dr. Richey has thoroughly evaluated the market for you. After considerable research for the best THC-free CBD for Lyme disease, Dr. Richey discovered Joy Organics. She has chosen Joy Organics for herself, and she recommends these products for you, too.

In summary, she chose Joy Organics for the following reasons which are discussed more below.

Phytocannabinoid-rich (PCR) hemp without THC aka broad spectrum hemp

High bioavailability with water-soluble nanoemulsion technology

High quality CBD using a seven-step process including third party lab testing

Exceptional CBD education and CBD blog

Wide range of products with low pricing

Free shipping

100% money back guarantee

Joy Organics Uses Phytocannabinoid-Rich Hemp
aka Broad Spectrum Hemp

Many products on the market just contain CBD only, but the best product is phytocannabinoid-rich (PCR) hemp without THC. Joy Organics contain the broad spectrum of healing compounds (CBDs, terpenoids, and canniflavins) which work synergistically to produce the entourage effect where the total effect is greater than the sum of the individual components.

Also, their concentration of PCR is up to ten times the concentration of CBD that is found in generic hemp which means more value for you.

Joy Organics Has High Bioavailability

Many variables determine the effect of the CBD including human factors, product factors and plant factors. Thus, dosing will be different for each person no matter what company produces the CBD products.

Because each person has unique characteristics, each person will react differently. Especially important factors are the amount and sensitivities of the endocannabinoid receptors in the body. Also, a person who is sick with Lyme disease, coinfections, biotoxin illness such as mold or a person who is filled with toxins will require lower doses. Always wean up as tolerated because herxing is a possibility.

Also, the bioavailability of PCR in each product can be significant. For example, vaping can be almost instantaneous, tinctures may take about 20 minutes, and capsules will be longer at about 30-60 minutes.

In addition, Joy Organics uses water-soluble nanoemulsion technology for their capsules which allows CBD to be contained in tiny droplets about 25 nanometers which are easily absorbed and quickly utilized. Other competitors have larger size particles anywhere between 100 and 1000 nanometers. Thus, absorption of capsules from Joy Organics is much more effective and economical.

Because of the variability in bioavailability, it is always best to start with a low dose and a low concentration, and to wean up slowly until the desired effect is noticed.

Joy Organics Uses a Seven-Step Process
to Create Exceptional Products

Joy Organics uses a seven-step process in the production of their PCR products.

Superior farming using proprietary strains of hemp with high concentrations of CBD grown in nutrient-rich soil using organic methods.
Processing of raw hemp including drying and milling
Proprietary extraction using supercritical CO2 (carbon dioxide) in order to preserve phytocannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids for full spectrum product
Separation of the full spectrum hemp extract
Removal of trace THC and unwanted plant products such as wax and chlorophyll
Third party testing of each and every batch for microbes, potency, heavy metals and pesticides and posting of results on their website for full disclosure.
Proprietary processes to improve bioavailability:

Nanoemulsification process to make softgels at least twice as bioavailable due to the extra small particle size
Another proprietary technology to create the water-soluble hemp powder used in dog treats and energy mix.

Joy Organics Offers Exceptional Education

Dr. Richey highly suggests that you check out their Ultimate Guide to CBD Oil which is really a mini-book with 5 complete chapters! Lots of answers to your questions about CBD!

Also, they maintain a huge CBD blog on their website with so much pertinent information.

Inquiring minds always want to learn more!