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A Tincture of Time PodcastThe Green Heart Club: Women, Weed, and WellnessThe information contained in this podcast is for educational purposes only; it is not medical advice. We are Certified Cannabis Educators. We are not medical doctors. Steph and Stacy recommend that you speak directly to a medical cannabis educator or a medical healthcare practitioner trained in cannabis medicine before experimenting with cannabis for medicinal purposes. The topics and statements discussed are based on our research and experience and have not been evaluated by any regulatory body. Today we recap our previous nine episodes and take some time to reflect on our journey through this cannabis education endeavor t...2021-12-0326 minA Tincture of Time PodcastCannabis for Pain, Stress, Anxiety and Common ConditionsWhen it comes to personalizing your experience with cannabis, it’s important to remember that there is a full spectrum of compounds that play a role when it comes to whole-plant medicine. This episode speaks about intentional cannabis consumption. Consuming cannabis for things like sleep, anxiety, and pain, might mean that you need to combine different methods of consumption. For example, apply a cannabis-infused lotion to your aching joints in the morning or place a few drops of cannabis oil under your tongue with dinner. We speak about breakthrough pain in this episode. Sometimes you need a quick onset of...2021-11-011h 03A Tincture of Time PodcastCannabis Legalization in Canada - The Rules and Regulations and How They Affect the Medical Cannabis PatientThe Canadian legal cannabis industry's rules and regulations are in place to keep us safe; however, the average cannabis consumer is not aware of the rules and regulations. Are you educated as a cannabis patient or consumer about your rights and the laws when purchasing your cannabis medicine? This episode reviews how and why cannabis became federally legal across Canada and is helpful information to add to your toolkit of cannabis knowledge. Timestamp Highlights: [2:33] Why now? Why all of a sudden are we legally able to access cannabis without reprimand? What happened over the past 20 y...2021-10-0145 minA Tincture of Time PodcastAn Introduction to Cannabis Terpenes and FlavonoidsIn this episode, Steph and Stacy introduce us to the world of cannabis terpenes and flavonoids. Terpenes are aromatic compounds found in many plants, though many people associate them with cannabis because cannabis plants contain high concentrations of them. Terpenes bring out the flavours and aromas of the plant and play an essential role in the product's effects on the consumer. If you’re not aware of terpenes, you’re not too late to the game! -Stacy The nose knows! If possible, smell your cannabis before you buy, for this is an excellent way to decid...2021-09-0647 minA Tincture of Time PodcastCannabinoids - What are they?CBG and THC and CBD, Oh My! Scientific research confirms that the cannabis plant has many properties that can help alleviate a range of symptoms. Understanding the different types of cannabinoids is fundamental to consuming cannabis as a therapeutic option. In this episode, Stacy and Steph introduce how these naturally occurring chemical compounds can play an essential role in pain relief, anti-inflammation, and antispasmodic for your health. Learn how these compounds interact with the cannabinoid receptors throughout the endocannabinoid system. Helpful Links related to this episode: -iMDhealth/CloudMD link to Major Cannabinoids ...2021-08-0126 minA Tincture of Time PodcastJourney of the Cannabis PlantHave you ever wondered where the cannabis plant originated from or who named the plant, claiming its species and medicinal properties? Did you know that burned cannabis seeds were found in tribal burial mounds in Siberia, dating back to 3000 BC? Up until the early 1900s, cannabis was a very common pharmaceutical used for so many different purposes. So what happened? How did this ancient, well-known, helpful plant go from being widely used and accepted for centuries transition to an illegal substance and stigmatized weed? In today's episode, Stacy and Steph break down the history of the cannabis plant, one...2021-07-0250 minA Tincture of Time PodcastThe Endocannabinoid System - What is it and how does it work?We now know that the endocannabinoid system (ECS) is the master regulator system in our body as it plays a significant role in balancing the immune system, the nervous system, and the endocrine system. Steph and Stacy share their knowledge and insight on how medicinal cannabis and a healthy lifestyle work together to promote a healthy, balanced endocannabinoid system. Timestamp Highlights: 8:07 So, what does homeostasis mean exactly? 12:45 A deep dive into the endocannabinoid system and how it works with cannabinoids. 18:35 What is Anandamide, and how does it play a role in our...2021-06-0145 minA Tincture of Time PodcastCancer and Cannabis - The Patient MindsetIn the face of adversity, do you think your mindset matters? If it matters, do you believe that your mindset is a learned behavior, or is it something we're born and raised with due to our surroundings? Or, is it a little bit of both? How do you look at difficult situations? Do you pull up your socks and get in there to grind it out? Or, do you throw your hands up saying, "Nope, I'm not doing that!" In this episode, Steph and Stacy share their personal stories around the "mindset" they each held...2021-05-1844 minA Tincture of Time PodcastPatient-Centred Care (Stigma, Cancer, and Cannabis)Does stigma stem from a lack of knowledge? In this episode, Stacy and Steph talk about stigma in the healthcare system. Stigma is not helpful to your health or to your recovery. Stigma exists in the cancer world, especially breast cancer when it comes to “body stigma”. What is health? How do cancer patients come to terms with the decisions that affect their health as a result of their diagnosis? Patient-centered care results in less stigma. Considering the individual, their experiences and goals are important in treatment planning. Involving the patient in some of the decisi...2021-04-3046 minA Tincture of Time PodcastOur Journey to NowIn this episode, Steph and Stacy talk about how they met at a retreat by ReThink Breast Cancer an organization that supports young breast cancer survivors. They connected thanks to the ability to have a conversation about medical cannabis. They walk us through their journey to learning about the issues they faced while accessing medical cannabis as young breast cancer patients. Learn about how Stacy and Steph met at a Breast Cancer Retreat called "Stretch, Heal, Grow" from ReThink Breast Cancer. They discuss recreational cannabis versus medical cannabis and get real about some facts. Steph and Stacy d...2021-04-2844 minA Tincture of Time PodcastWelcome to A Tincture of Time Podcast | Meet Steph & Stacy!In this episode, Steph and Stacy share their personal stories with cannabis as a real therapeutic option for helping them get through breast cancer. Both women were diagnosed young, leaned into cannabis as a medicine and now are living their BEST lives, despite stigma and despite continual health issues related to treatment. As medical patients, Stacy and Steph were left on their own to figure out the HOW of this medicine. Their personal experiences have brought them together to continuously educate those around them, as Certified Cannabis Educators. Steph and I welcome our listeners to reach out...2021-04-2614 min