Where does CBD come from? Most of us know that it comes from a plant, but did you know that CBD actually starts as another compound called CBDA? Here at Fully Activated CBD, we want to help you get to the bottom of where CBD comes from by understanding CBDA and the differences between CBD and CBDA. Here’s what we’ll cover: CBD vs. CBDA: what you need to know Why is CBDA less known? What studies have shown about CBDA Ready to learn? Read on! CBD vs. CBDA: What You Need to Know There are three main compounds found...

PTSD in Veterans Members of the military have long been diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a condition characterized by severe reactions after a traumatic event. The symptoms of this disease can include anything from flashbacks to chronic anxiety. We'll look at how CBD, a substance purported to ease the burdens of anxiety and stress, affects veterans according to VA.org, the official website of the Department of Veterans Affairs.  What percent of veterans have PTSD? According to VA.org, one in five veterans who fought in the Middle East developed PTSD. In 2017, there were 17 deaths per day via suicide...

Thanksgiving, for some, is a time of coming together with family and being grateful for every blessing. For others, it can be an anxiety-ridden day with entertaining and feeding extended family. But you can bring the holiday hysterics down a notch or two this Thanksgiving by experimenting with CBD oil and your favorite recipes. The chaos and run-amuckery may still take place, but odds are good that these adults-only dishes will help you enjoy your day with a little more ease.  How Do I Incorporate CBD Into My Holiday Recipes?  CBD oil has a naturally earthy, or nutty, taste that lends...

Veterans who return from deployment face several difficulties, from reintegrating into normal life or in some cases, chronic pain, anxiety, PTSD, and a host of other problems. While many vets have turned to opioids for pain or simply steeling themselves in the face of all of this adversity, others have wanted to use CBD for many years but were blocked by the federal government's regulations. With Senator Tulsi Gabbard's endorsement, the government decided to end its ban on CBD for military members, which is a huge step forward. Let's look at why this is such a big deal.   Veterans...

At Fully Activated CBD, we love our dogs. In fact, it was a beloved four-legged best friend Buca that inspired the development of the company. With October being National Dog Adoption Month, we feel it is our duty to our sometimes-silly, always-lovable canines to spread some awareness. Obviously, we're encouraging dog adoption during the month of October, but we're taking things just a few steps further.  National Dog Adoption Month: The Purpose and Importance  National Dog Adoption Month was originally established in 1981 by American Humane in an effort to bring awareness to the millions of dogs in shelters that need good homes. Across the country, there...