Fake CBD Products – Buyer Beware

June 25, 2020May 4, 2020 by Shay Dee

Fake CBD Products – Caveat Emptor

How Do I Know if the CBD product I am getting is GOOD?

How do I AVOID Fake CBD Products?

One of the largest questions facing consumers in the CBD industry today is ‘How do I know if my CBD product is real, reliable, and safe?’

Another most frequently asked question is ‘How do I know if the amount of CBD they say is in the product, is really “in” the product?’

Years ago, for those of you who don’t know the Brady Bunch show (yes, we are aging ourselves with this analogy), there was an episode where Mike Brady discusses with Greg the lesson of “Let the Buyer Beware” when he purchased a legitimate lemon. For those of you who do not know the plot, here is a quick synopsis.

The episode first aired on October 8th, 1971, and shows Greg buying a used car that turns out to be a hunk of junk … almost as old as the sitcom itself. Disappointed that he had been “taken for a ride” (no pun intended), Mike Brady tells his son, this is a lesson of Caveat Emptor – let the buyer beware.

Fortunately for automotive prospective buyers today, Carfax has been one of THE most trusted entities for purchasing used cars. But what about CBD products?

Believe it or not, according to a recent report by The Digital Citizens, “CBD Confusion: How Consumers Can Be Misled”, research shows that CBD levels listed on product labels may often be very inaccurate.

In fact, more than half of the products purchased and tested by Digital Citizens contained CBD levels that were 20 percent higher or lower than what was listed on the packaging. In most cases, CBD levels were less than half, with some containing less than 10 percent, of what the label claimed. That means consumers were paying for and receiving essentially a placebo. Talk about Fake CBD Products! WOW!

According to the report, the CBD levels were significantly different. For example, the products Talyoni Youthful Glow 850mg Tincture; Relax Dried Fruit Apricot CBD 750mg; Meds Biotech Eucalyptus Spearmint Bath Bomb 100mg; Chronic candy Gourmet Chocolate Banana OG 200mg; Just CBD Cannabidiol Gummy Worms 750 mg; and, Yum Yum Gummies Twin Cherries Extreme Strength 250X each had less than half the CBD claimed on the bottle.

At CalmEffect, we find this to be an unacceptable statistic, especially considering how many people are looking for CBD to relieve pain, anxiety, or help with sleep or other health issues and are relying on accurate information. Fake CBD Products are not only unethical, but they could also potentially contain harmful chemicals.

So, the question is, how can we KNOW for sure that there is no product discrepancy between what was listed on the label and the actual amount of CBD present in the packages purchased and tested?

Well, one of the most effective ways that companies have been able to answer this question, and to prove their products are not fake CBD products, is through third-party Certificates of Analysis (COA).

Independent analytical laboratories provide testing services for hemp biomass, CBD extracts and finished products in order to offer an unbiased report on the cannabinoid and contaminant levels. It tells producers and consumers alike what their product contains so they can be confident in its quality and safety.

And, believe it or not, many CBD companies provide fraudulent COAs.

Two trusted third-party labs are Eurofins and ProVerde, and in the report, they give their advice on how to read a COA and know if it is authentic or not and such testing is the most reliable way to avoid fake CBD products. Reputable companies will have this testing available for you to review.

According to both companies, fraudulent COAs are prevalent, and the two most common adulteration methods is changing the name of the company on the document or changing the reported numbers. Furthermore, most third-party labs do not have a regulatory foundation that performs audits or standardizes their testing procedures. Therefore, some untrustworthy CBD businesses try to take advantage of this by producing fraudulent COAs.

Companies that do not meet regulations or safety standards may use a fake or altered COA. Even third-party labs themselves could be ‘dry labbing,’ meaning they produce fake results to keep their clients happy and returning.

Additionally, according to ProVerde, laboratories do not have industry-standard testing procedures for cannabinoids or cannabis products; so, when it comes to cannabinoids, analytical methods vary from lab to lab.

So, knowing all that, here are the top 5 things you can do, to help verify the authenticity and quality of the CBD, and the safety and efficacy of your products (namely, how to avoid fake CBD products)

Check for a QR code on the product package — this will link you directly to the Certificate of Analysis.
Make sure the COA is produced by a third-party and is not an “in-house” COA.
Look into the lab who produced the COA — are they reputable? Is the lab facility ISO accredited? This is VERY important.
Make sure all of the identifying information is present — batch number, product name, company name and contact, lab name and contact, etc.
Contact the third-party laboratory to verify if the COA provided to you matches the one they have on record.

Now, as far as buying CBD products recommended by CalmEffect, or through our partners, we can assure you that we ONLY deal with ISO certified companies, who have been verified by third-party labs.

That is why we decided WE would begin carrying CBD. We want our customers to get real, high-quality, 3rd-Party Tested CBD Products!

We pride ourselves on being a single source for everything you need to know about Cannabis and also bringing the best CBD options through quality and innovation.

Our goal has always been to provide the industry’s absolute highest-quality CBD while providing state-of-the-art production and manufacturing techniques in the products we select to carry.

We supply products with the highest-quality hemp, combined with the industry’s most sophisticated manufacturing methods, and it is obvious why our CBD is the first choice for a wide range of people looking for natural support.

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What We Do For You at CalmEffect

May 18, 2020April 27, 2020 by Shay Dee

What We Do

Do you suffer from constant or chronic pain? Sleeplessness?

Do you live with regular or debilitating anxiety?

Have you tried OTC and Rx medications that didn’t work for your symptoms?

Do your symptoms stop you from doing the things you love?

Are you ready to make changes so you can start living your best life?

We know that natural symptom relief is possible and we help people find the information they need, depending on their particular situation. What we do is learn the client path, and then provide the roadmap.

Start your journey to relief. Accessible and Affordable. Natural Symptom Relief Is Possible, Its What We Do!

We have doctors that want to help you today!

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Starting at just $99 for a doctor’s appointment at CalmEffect Events!

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What We Do For You At CalmEffect

We Find You a Doctor

If you live in a medically legal state, we will help you find a doctor who can refer you for natural alternative plant medicine. We have in-person and even telemedicine appointments in many states. We help you find a doctor, book an appointment, and help you prepare for the appointment. This will expedite the process.

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We Help You Get Your Card

The process is pretty much the same in every state although the fees do vary. We can help you with the process to make it go as smoothly as possible. Our clients have achieved receipt of their cards in as little as 10 days & many states provide a printable card so you can purchase products as quickly as possible.

Get Started, Contact us to Help You

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Learn Specifics About Your State

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Find Product & Discounts

Our clients can easily navigate our dispensary locator on our site to find the closest or most convenient dispensary option. Some even do home deliveries! We also provide our VIP members with daily discounts on products from dispensaries as well as affiliate products that can be shipped directly to you.

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Are you tired of living your uncomfortable symptoms? There are options! Natural Symptom Relief Is Possible!

Now that it’s legal across many U.S. States, isn’t it time to check it out?

We heard our patients say that doctor appointments weren’t affordable! So, we did something about it!

We created CalmEffect Appointments for you, so getting a Medical Card is more accessible, easy, and affordable!

Price includes:

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We’re making it more affordable!

– You’ll see a doctor (who is qualified) and can certify you (if you qualify).
– We’ll have concierges on hand that can help you complete the state application.
– We’ll provide product info and provide you with available discounts.
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– Starting at $99 for an appointment.
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Doctor appointments are available for residents of the following states: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IL, IA, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, & WV

Now That it is Legal Across Most U.S. States, CalmEffect is your concierge specialist to help you on your journey easily and affordably. What we do is make it easier for you to find the relief you deserve.

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How to Avoid Coronavirus

April 1, 2024April 13, 2020 by Shay Dee

How to Avoid Coronavirus and Still Get Your Medical Cannabis

We, along with the majority of people in America, have been hyper-focused on how to avoid Coronavirus illnesses over the past two months. The bulk of the CDC guidelines surround easy suggestions that anyone can follow. Here is a breakdown of things you can do today to avoid coronavirus.

Know how the virus spreads is key when trying to avoid coronavirus.

There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.
The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.
- Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
- Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks.
- These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.
- Some recent studies have suggested that COVID-19 may be spread by people who are not showing symptoms.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick
Stay home as much as possible
Put distance between yourself and other people.
Remember that some people without symptoms may be able to spread virus.
Keeping distance from others is especially important for people who are at higher risk of getting very sick.

You could spread COVID-19 to others even if you do not feel sick.
Everyone should wear a cloth face cover when they have to go out in public.
The cloth face cover is meant to protect other people in case you are infected.
Do NOT use a facemask meant for a healthcare worker.
Continue to keep about 6 feet between yourself and others. The cloth face cover is not a substitute for social distancing.

If you are in a private setting and do not have on your cloth face covering, remember to always cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow.
Throw used tissues in the trash.
Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

Clean AND disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily.
If surfaces are dirty, clean them: Use detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.

Use disinfectants appropriate for the surface. To make a bleach solution, mix 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water. For alcohol solutions, ensure solution has at least 70% alcohol. Products with EPA-approved emerging viral pathogens claims are expected to be effective against COVID-19.

Avoid Coronavirus and Still Get Your Medical Cannabis Products

Medical Marijuana Doctor Appointments with CalmEffect

Some states are allowing Telemed doctor appointments for medical marijuana to help patients avoid coronavirus. Florida, Massachusetts and Ohio have allowed temporary provisions and several other states have as well.

Medical Marijuana Sales During Coronavirus

Many states have ruled medical marijuana dispensaries as essential businesses while we avoid coronavirus.

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Keep Calm During Coronavirus

March 20, 2022April 8, 2020 by Shay Dee

Keep Calm During Coronavirus

Keep Calm During Coronavirus – Covid19 Stress Busters

In the land of COVID-19, social isolation means many of us have lost access to our regular lives. Where we once found social connection at work, we may now find ourselves working from home. Where we once looked forward to quality time with friends and family, such gatherings are currently prohibited. Add in that schools and daycares are closed, stress can be even more of an issue.

Even though these are tough times we can keep calm during Coronavirus and find new ways to de-stress. With all the new stressors impacting each and every one of us, we all need to take proactive steps to lift ourselves and reduce stress as much as possible.

What we don’t need now is added stress or pressure. Unfortunately, some of the guidance out there doesn’t align with the reality of our lives. For instance, the suggestion to use this time to “write a book” or “learn a new skill” you’ve been putting off is far out of reach for caregivers who are suddenly homeschooling their kids, employees or contractors who are working long hours (even if doing so remotely), and especially for the many of us who fit into both of those categories.

Inspired by Marsha Linehan, professor of psychology at the University of Washington, we pulled together a list of simple activities that can be accomplished in limited time, within your home. Many of the items are also friendly for families with young children. Take only what works for you and please feel free to add additional ideas and suggestions in the comments.

Stress-Busting Ideas to Keep Calm During Coronavirus

IMPORTANT: The goal isn’t to do all of these, rather it’s to use this list to inspire ideas.

Get comfy – Yep, its okay to live in your PJs (just change them daily with a fresh new pair).
Write a list of things you are thankful for – take 5 to 10 minutes a day to remember what you have and are grateful for.
Stream a fitness class – From boot camp to yoga, ymca360.org is just one of the places to find free virtual classes. Got kids at home? Check out Cosmic Kids Yoga.
Color – Coloring is another way to quiet the mind.
Do one thing at a time – Multitasking is taxing. Give yourself the gift of uni-tasking.
Clean your house – Yes, many really do find this relaxing!
Connect with friends and family virtually – Connection with other humans is quite possibly the number one stress-buster.
Smell cinnamon – Certain scents have the power to soothe. Essential oils are great, but so are items like cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, and coffee, which more people happen to already have in their home.
Bake – You can bake as a fun way to connect with your kids, for mental relaxation, to cozy up your home with delicious smells, or simply for the delicious outcome. Dance – Choose a favorite song on Spotify, or an entire playlist, and dance like no one’s watching.
Go for a walk – If you are still permitted to go for a stroll, this has countless benefits for health and wellbeing.
Tour a museum – Google’s Arts and Culture collection enables us to virtually tour some of the world’s most famous museums from our couches.
Take a nap.
Cook a special meal – Special can range from gourmet to simply setting the table as you would for guests.
Watch TV or a Movie – For many, Hulu and Netflix are key ways to relax. Watch something funny, laughter really can be the best medicine.
Limit news consumption – check-in for tidbits, but don’t over consume the news.
Craft – Arts and crafts can be joyful and soothing for kids and adults of all ages.
Support local business – Many businesses and restaurants still offer delivery.
Listen to music – Music has many psychological benefits, including reducing stress, helping to manage pain, and even helping to curb overeating.
Get a full night’s sleep – When we lose the regular rhythm of our day, we may also find our sleep disrupted.
Play “would you rather?” via text – This age-old game has endured for a reason.
Disconnect – Take a two-hour break from technology.
Drink a warm beverage – You can do this by yourself, or ask a friend to join you for a “virtual coffee.”
Kick your feet up – A key pose in restorative yoga is lying down with the legs up against a wall.
Play with your pet if you have one. An extra walk or two with you pooch will likely always help you both feel better.

Keep Calm During Coronavirus and Get Your Medical Marijuana Card

Here at Calm Effect, we believe that people should have a wide-range of choices regarding their health. Now that the many states across the U.S. and the State of Florida have legalized Medical Marijuana, our goal is to ensure that those who are looking for information can quickly find it. Whether you have physical pain or are dealing with other challenges, you should be aware of all of your alternatives- which in many states include Medical Marijuana options. To learn more about CalmEffect, please check out our VIP PROGRAM.

Obtaining a medical marijuana card doesn’t have to be a stressful process. As long as the patient qualifies, they are able to make an appointment to speak with a qualified doctor who can make the recommendation for the patient. There are a number of doctors that are able to assist with the certification and from there, patients can find a dispensary and legally purchase medical marijuana without fear of legal ramifications. RSVP for a qualified Doctor Appointment now by CLICKING HERE.

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Cover Your Face During Coronavirus

March 20, 2022April 2, 2020 by Shay Dee

Cover Your Face During Coronavirus

For the past few months, public health officials have advised that healthy people should not wear masks as a way to protect themselves from coronavirus. But as we learn more about the virus, more experts are challenging the official guidance and saying that there is probably some benefit to covering our faces in public.

For now, commercially made masks are virtually impossible to find. Many people have hoarded masks in recent months, and everyone agrees that any available supply of medical masks should be reserved for hospitals and emergency workers. That means if you want a mask, you probably have to make it yourself. More on that shortly.

“Cover your face with cloth — however you want to do that,” said Shan Soe-Lin, a lecturer at the Yale Jackson Institute for Global Affairs who was a co-author of a widely shared article about the need to cover your face. “Cover your face pretty thoroughly from your mouth to your nose to prevent large aerosol droplets coming out or going in.”

The highest quality, most expensive medical masks — called N95 respirator masks — should be reserved for hospital workers and emergency responders who are regularly exposed to high viral loads from infected patients, both from frequent contact as well as medical procedures that can spew tiny viral particles into air. The rest of us don’t need that level of protection. If you’re not a health care worker and you have a stash of N95 masks or standard surgical masks, consider donating it to a hospital.

If you’re staying home and nobody in your family is infected, you don’t need a mask most of the time. But more experts now say that wearing a nonmedical or homemade mask to go the grocery store or pharmacy may be a good idea. Studies of mask use to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses, including SARS, another form of coronavirus, show a simple mask can lower risk of infection. The effect is greatest when masks are used along with hand hygiene and social distancing.

What to Use to Cover Your Face During Coronavirus

The thicker the fabric, the better: think heavy cotton T-shirt or a thick, felt-like fabric, said Linsey Marr, a Virginia Tech scientist and an expert in the transmission of viruses in the air. While some people have suggested using a bandanna, the fabric is typically so thin and flimsy that it would likely offer little protection. Double or triple the bandanna fabric if that’s all you have.

How to Make a Mask to Cover Your Face During Coronavirus

There aren’t yet official guidelines on what qualities homemade masks must have; we’re really operating on a something-is-better-than-nothing principle here, and that goes for your crafting skills and materials as well.

Jo-Ann Stores is furnishing free, pre-cut mask-making materials for donations to hospitals, including curbside pickup. A tutorial they recommend, which comes from Froedtert Hospital & the Medical College of Wisconsin, suggests looking for 100 percent cotton, like denim or percale, and not stretchy or knit materials like a T-shirt, which could be too thin. Their rule of thumb is that if you fold the fabric in two layers, you shouldn’t be able to see through it but should still be able to breathe through it.

There’s a useful step-by-step guide to homemade masks in the New York Times, which can be made either by hand or with a sewing machine. They’ve also got a somewhat more involved one that includes a printable template for cutting out the right size fabric.

Can’t sew? You may in fact just need to wrap a piece of fabric around your face. In its guidance to people who are sick, the CDC recommends wearing a face mask around other people, but notes that “you may need to improvise a face mask using a scarf or bandana.”

If you’re looking for something in between, this tutorial from an online Japanese arts and crafts educator called Japanese Creations demonstrates how to make a no-sew mask using a handkerchief (or scarf or cloth napkin or other pieces of fabric) and hair ties. If you don’t have hair ties, they suggest cutting the cuffs off of old socks or nylon tights.

You should launder your mask or face covering, if possible, in between each use. Some further guidance from Lopez’s article: “Wash your hands before and after taking off a mask — before to avoid getting anything on your face and mask, and after to get rid of anything that was on your mask. Don’t fidget with your mask while it’s on. If possible, throw away masks after using them. And if you can’t throw a mask away, make sure to thoroughly disinfect it with ultraviolet light sterilizers — not something most people have around — or, if using a cloth product, soap and water.”

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Wellness Ideas From CalmEffect

March 4, 2022March 24, 2020 by Shay Dee

Wellness Ideas From CalmEffect

Here at CalmEffect, we make it our mission to go above and beyond to serve our customers with the most up-to-date information on overall lifestyle and wellness improvement. While our company focuses on natural alternative plant medicine, we also do our best to serve our clients with Lifestyle and Wellness tips to broaden a better quality of life.

In this uncertain time with Coronavirus, we wanted to offer up some additional Wellness Ideas from CalmEffect. Many vitamins, medicines, and supplements have flown off the store shelves across the nation and people are finding it challenging to find products they need while waiting out this terrible pandemic.

Given that, CalmEffect has leveraged its industry partnerships to find other ways for our customers to find items they may be looking for. We will update this page as necessary. See below for some wellness ideas from CalmEffect.

Wellness Ideas From CalmEffect

We have compiled a list of items you may wish to consider purchasing for an immunity boost or self-care while we ride the Covid-19 virus out in the United States. Full disclosure, as an affiliate partner, CalmEffect may receive a small portion of your order (paid by the seller) for sharing these products with you. The price you pay on these items remains the same. Programs such as these help CalmEffect keep prices low for all the essential services we provide to our clients. See some product ideas below.

California Gold Nutrition, Gold C, Vitamin C, 1,000 mg, 60 Veggie Capsules

Now Foods, Vitamin D-3, 10,000 IU, 120 Softgels

ChildLife, Essentials, Liquid Vitamin C, Natural Orange Flavor, 4 fl oz

ChildLife, Essentials, Echinacea, Natural Orange Flavor, 1 fl oz

Sambucol, Black Elderberry, Effervescent Tablets, 15 Effervescent Tablets

PatchMD – Multi Plus Patches – Helps Support Your Body’s Immunity

Sambucol, Sambucol, Black Elderberry, 30 Gummies

ZOI Research, Immune Support, 60 Vegetarian Capsules

Vitables, Liquid Immune Blend for Children, No Alcohol

Vitables, Immune Blend Chewables for Children, Mixed Berry, 90 Vegetarian Tablets

California Gold Nutrition, Red Reishi & White Button Mushroom, Immune Duo

Now Foods, Immune Renew, 90 Veggie Caps

Nature’s Way, Probiotic Pearls Immune, Regularity & Immunity, 30 Softgels

Nature’s Way, System Well, Ultimate Immunity, 180 Tablets

Life Extension, Immune Protect with Paractin, 30 Vegetarian Capsules

Quantum Health, Super Lysine+, Immune Support, 90 Tablets

Zand, Immune Fast, Zesty Orange, 30 Chewable Tablets

Kyolic, Aged Garlic Extract, Immune Formula 103, 100 Capsules

Super Nutrition, Super Immune, Immune-Strengthening Multivitamin, 240 Tablets

Hyland’s, 4Kids, Complete Cold ‘n Flu, Ages 2-12, 4 fl oz

Nature’s Way, Umcka, Fast Actives, Cold/Flu Relief, Non-Drowsy, Berry, 10 Packets

Solaray, Timed Release Vitamin C, 1,000 mg, 100 VegCaps

Nature’s Answer, Sambucus Immune, with Echinacea & Astragalus, 12,000 mg, 4 fl oz

NatraBio, Children’s Cold & Flu Relief, 1 fl oz (30 ml)

Natural Factors, Lung, Bronchial & Sinus Health, 90 Tablets

EuroPharma, Terry Naturally, Bronchial Clear, 90 Tablets

Herbs Etc., Lung Tonic, Alcohol Free, 60 Fast-Acting Softgels

Garden of Life, Vitamin Code, Men, 240 Vegetarian Capsules

Garden of Life, Vitamin Code, Women, 120 Vegetarian Capsules

Garden of Life, Vitamin Code, 50 & Wiser Women, Multivitamin, 120 Capsules

Immune Support – Sovereign Silver, Bio-Active Silver Hydrosol, 10 ppm, 32 fl oz

Sambucol, Black Elderberry Syrup, Original Formula, 4 fl oz

Nature’s Bounty, Elderberry Gummies, 100 mg, 70 Gummies

IMMUNITY NutriBiotic, Sodium Ascorbate, Crystalline Powder, 8 oz

Emergen-C, Vitamin C, Flavored Fizzy Drink Mix, 1,000 mg, 30 Packets

Source Naturals, Wellness, Oil of Oregano, 60 Capsules

in-Cide – 2 Pack, Cleaner and Disinfectant.

MedPride Powder-Free Nitrile Exam Gloves, Medium, Box/100

Tubi – Watch Free Movies & TV Shows

As a health and wellness company, we are 100% committed to doing our part to stop the spread of the Coronavirus (Covid-19). Work with us and have confidence knowing that we are committed to staying healthy so we can continue to support our clients.

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Coronavirus Update at CalmEffect

March 20, 2022March 23, 2020 by Shay Dee

Coronavirus Update at CalmEffect

Here at CalmEffect, we make it our mission to go above and beyond to serve our customers with the most up-to-date information on everything medical marijuana. Our Coronavirus Update at CalmEffect is that we will continue to do so and will also be continuing regular business we have always done.

All customer inquiries are responded to within 24-48 hours and this will not change while we navigate the Coronvirus pandemic. We have made it possible for all CalmEffect employees to work remotely from their homes so as to conform to the current CDC guidance for social-distancing. At this time, there are no cases of symptoms or positive Covid-19 test results for any of our employees. All of our employees have committed to staying in their homes outside of only necessary trips for food or absolutely necessary services.

We have also quickly begun to implement TeleMed Doctors appointments in states where its legal to do so, to learn more, CLICK HERE.

In addition, we have compiled a list of items you may wish to consider purchasing for an immunity boost or self-care while we ride this out in the United States. Full disclosure, as an affiliate partner, CalmEffect may receive a small portion of your order (paid by the seller) for sharing these products with you. The price you pay on these items remains the same. Programs such as these help CalmEffect keep prices low for all the essential services we provide to our clients. See some product ideas below.

California Gold Nutrition, Gold C, Vitamin C, 1,000 mg, 60 Veggie Capsules

Now Foods, Vitamin D-3, 10,000 IU, 120 Softgels

ChildLife, Essentials, Liquid Vitamin C, Natural Orange Flavor, 4 fl oz

ChildLife, Essentials, Echinacea, Natural Orange Flavor, 1 fl oz

Sambucol, Black Elderberry, Effervescent Tablets, 15 Effervescent Tablets

PatchMD – Multi Plus Patches – Helps Support Your Body’s Immunity

Sambucol, Sambucol, Black Elderberry, 30 Gummies

ZOI Research, Immune Support, 60 Vegetarian Capsules

Vitables, Liquid Immune Blend for Children, No Alcohol

Vitables, Immune Blend Chewables for Children, Mixed Berry, 90 Vegetarian Tablets

California Gold Nutrition, Red Reishi & White Button Mushroom, Immune Duo

Now Foods, Immune Renew, 90 Veggie Caps

Nature’s Way, Probiotic Pearls Immune, Regularity & Immunity, 30 Softgels

Nature’s Way, System Well, Ultimate Immunity, 180 Tablets

Life Extension, Immune Protect with Paractin, 30 Vegetarian Capsules

Quantum Health, Super Lysine+, Immune Support, 90 Tablets

Zand, Immune Fast, Zesty Orange, 30 Chewable Tablets

Kyolic, Aged Garlic Extract, Immune Formula 103, 100 Capsules

Super Nutrition, Super Immune, Immune-Strengthening Multivitamin, 240 Tablets

Hyland’s, 4Kids, Complete Cold ‘n Flu, Ages 2-12, 4 fl oz

Nature’s Way, Umcka, Fast Actives, Cold/Flu Relief, Non-Drowsy, Berry, 10 Packets

in-Cide – 2 Pack, Cleaner and Disinfectant.

MedPride Powder-Free Nitrile Exam Gloves, Medium, Box/100

Tubi – Watch Free Movies & TV Shows

Still Have Questions? Reach out today.

TeleMed With CalmEffect

September 21, 2020March 20, 2020 by Shay Dee

TeleMed With CalmEffect

TeleMed with CalmEffect

Some states are now allowing remote TeleMed Doctor Appointments for Medical Marijuana. Please fill out the form below to find out about Telemed with CalmEffect. As the Coronavirus pandemic continues, we expect more states to come on board quickly. Fill out the form below and we will work with you to get you Telemed with CalmEffect today!

March 20, 2020 – TeleMed with CalmEffect is available in Maine, Missouri, New York, Oklahoma, and Rhode Island. Florida is temporarily allowing TeleMed appointments for 30-days and may consider making the option permanent. We have word that Ohio is coming on board this week. Rumors suggest that multiple other states will begin allowing this important healthcare option. As they do, TeleMed with CalmEffect will begin the process to onboard doctors for you!

We continue to work hard to bring more Telemed Doctors for Medical Marijuana onto Telemed with CalmEffect in every state in the U.S. With the coronavirus epidemic, we expect more states to approve this critical healthcare option.

April 22, 2020 – Telemedicine now available in RI, ME, OK, MO, NY, PA, FL, OH, and MA.

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For those new to marijuana, this whole process may be a little scary. Hopefully, we can take some of the unknown out of it as the process is pretty straightforward across the United States.

There are 3 phases of your medical marijuana doctor’s appointment.

Preparation
Attend the Appointment
Follow Up- To do’s after the appointment

How Do You Prepare for Medical Marijuana Appointment?

(U.S. or Florida Medical Marijuana Appointment)

First of all, you want to make sure you have the location, directions, date and time, know the price, and know what you are getting for the price.

If you’re looking for inexpensive, does the price include your treatment for the full 7 months (appointments and prescriptions)?
If you feel that you might want more access to the doctor, does the price you are paying include that? (ie. do you think you might have a more complicated condition that may take more questions and interaction).

Second, what does the medical marijuana doctor require at the initial exam?

Does the doctor accept credit cards?
Does the doctor need to see identification? Usually, a State Issued Drivers License is sufficient.
What kind of medical records are required? Does the doctor need to see something official from another MD/DO that shows your diagnosis?
- If you don’t have a record on hand, does the medical marijuana doctor have a medical release to help you get the records? What is the process?
Make a list of your symptoms for the condition, know your prior history and current medications. The medical marijuana doctor will probably ask you about them.
Create a list of questions. Here are some samples:
- How will medical marijuana interact with my current medications?
- Should I tell my regular doctor about medical marijuana?
- What do you recommend I start off with?

When Visiting a Medical Marijuana Doctor, Here is What You Should Expect

Paperwork and consent forms. These can sometimes be via iPad/digital and other times on paper

The doctor needs to have complete info for his records and to have an accurate description of your situation/condition.

If you find something confusing, ask the doctor or his team.

There are some forms that the state requires that are mandatory. Typically this is included in the doctor’s “consent” package

Payment. Most often, the common practice is to pay prior to the doctor seeing you. This can sometimes be done online in advance or at the doctor’s office.

Meet with the doctor:

The doctor will review your paperwork and records and discuss your symptoms/conditions with you. He/She will probably ask you about your experience with marijuana and discuss what you should expect.
The doctor will discuss how marijuana works with your body and what you should expect.
The doctor may discuss different methods of intake (ie sublingual, vaping, capsules, cream) and what some of the dispensaries offer.

Note: the time the doctor spends with you may be correlated to the fee. i.e. if you pay $99 for an appointment don’t expect the doctor to spend an hour with you. If you paid $350, then the doctor should go more in-depth in all parts of your consultation. Always best to ask these questions ahead of time.

Behind the scenes, assuming the doctor approves you (he/she will let you know at the appointment), he/she will enter you into the Florida State Registry as required by law.

What Do You Have to Do After the Medical Marijuana Appointment with the Doctor?

The doctor and/or his/her team may help you with your State application. This is the part that you have to complete in order to get your ID. Don’t worry, we have a video on this process and you’re welcome to reach out to CalmEffect if you have questions.
Once you’ve applied, you should get approved if everything is correct. Early in 2019, we’ve seen patients get approved for medical marijuana in as little as two weeks. You do not need to wait until you get the “hard card” in the mail. Once you receive an approval email or you see in the state registry you are approved, you can purchase medical marijuana.

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Cannabis and Immunity

March 16, 2020 by Shay Dee

Cannabis and Immunity

Cannabis and Immunity – Does Medical Marijuana Affect Your Immune System?

Scientific research is proving more and more medical uses for cannabis and medical marijuana. Many experts believe medical marijuana to be an effective treatment that often decreases side effects for many ailments. People with epilepsy, cancer, and HIV frequently use cannabis to help with their symptoms. But does cannabis affect your immune system? Here is what we know about cannabis and immunity.

Some Studies Show That Cannabis and Immunity Interaction Can Be Positive

There’s a deficit of marijuana research due to government agencies hesitancy or downright opposition to cannabis research. However, a few studies conducted without federal backing show promising results when it comes to medical marijuana and your immune system.

To date, there is little conclusive data on the impact of consuming cannabis on a healthy person’s immune system. The bulk of immune system-related research looks at cannabis’ effect on HIV/AIDS patients.

HIV/AIDS is an immunodeficiency virus, meaning that it targets the immune system. For this reason, people with HIV/AIDS’ response to cannabis suggests how everyone’s body interacts with cannabis. The logic is that if people with less healthy immune systems—or severely impaired immune systems as is the case with AIDS patients—can safely consume cannabis, perhaps everyone can.

Studies Confirm That Marijuana Helps People With HIV/AIDS

It had been reported that twenty-seven percent of people with HIV/AIDS used marijuana to cope with their symptoms in 2005. Considering today’s greater access to medical marijuana and increased knowledge of its benefits, this percentage would logically be higher if the same study were conducted now in 2020.

Cannabis can help to calm many common HIV/AIDS symptoms such as nausea, loss of appetite, pain, depression, and anxiety. It also has a well-deserved reputation for increasing appetite.

In addition to abundant circumstantial evidence that medical marijuana can help treat HIV/AIDS symptoms, the Annals of Internal Medicine published an article on the “Short-Term Effects of Cannabinoids in Patients with HIV-1 Infection.” The findings presented in the article were overwhelmingly positive. They found that cannabis had no effect on patients’ CD4 and CD8 cell counts (immune system cells targeted by the HIV/AIDS virus).

The study also found that people who smoked or ingested marijuana were healthier than those who didn’t. The article states, “Patients receiving cannabinoids had improved immune function compared with those receiving placebo. They also gained about 4 pounds more on average than those patients receiving placebo.”

Not only did medical marijuana help HIV/AIDS patients gain weight, but it also had a positive effect on their immune systems over the course of 21 days.

Cannabis and Immunity – Potentially Improved Function

Cannabis and Immunity

New research goes even further in answering the question surrounding cannabis and immunity. Two recent studies support the findings that cannabis could improve immune function for people with HIV/AIDS.

The first study, dating from 2014, was published in the scientific journal AIDS Research and Human Retroviruses. It links THC to higher production of CD4 and CD8 cells in monkeys. These two cells are primarily responsible for fighting disease.

A second study conducted by New York City’s Mount Sinai School of Medicine discovered that cannabinoids prevented the HIV virus from infecting immune system cells. Ultimately, the study found that the cannabinoids reduced the number of infected cells from 30 to 60 percent.

Due to its interaction with the endocannabinoid system, cannabis may have a profound impact on the immune system. On the cellular level, it could significantly strengthen the immune system. Findings are still limited, but at the very least, we may be learning that cannabis does not negatively affect the immune system.

Not all Cannabis Research Is Promising

Most of the concerns regarding cannabis use revolves around smoking. In an article from 2001 published in the Journal of Cannabis Therapeutics, Dr. Donald P. Tashkin worries about the effects of smoking. “Effects of Smoked Marijuana on the Lung and Its Immune Defenses: Implications for Medicinal Use in HIV-Infected Patients” reads: “Frequent marijuana use can cause airway injury, lung inflammation and impaired pulmonary defense against infection.”

Not surprisingly, the DEA does not support cannabis use for people with HIV/AIDS. When asked to clarify its stance on the subject, the DEA wrote, “[M]arijuana can affect the immune system by impairing the ability of T-cells to fight off infections, demonstrating that marijuana can do more harm than good in people with already compromised immune systems.”

However, some people believe that the DEA, and the National Institute of Health, are often subject to politics. In that thinking, it is against many money interests that the federal government support medical marijuana.

Conclusion on Cannabis and Immunity

As with all health-related questions with medical marijuana, it’s impossible to guarantee that cannabis will have a positive effect. For today, we know that most research shows that marijuana has no effect, or has a positive effect, on immune system cells.

Have more questions about cannabis and immunity? Feel free to contact us and we’d be happy to walk you through the process of getting your medical marijuana card in the United States.

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Bong Water Cleaning

March 19, 2020March 10, 2020 by Shay Dee

Bong Water Cleaning

Bong Water Cleaning – Is it Necessary?

Smoking medical marijuana out of a dirty bong, water pipe, or rig is a recipe for a disaster and lung infection. Here’s how often you need to change your water and clean your piece. Learn more about bong water cleaning.

Dirty bongs, water pipes, and oil rigs can make you sick! Inhaling dirty bong water can deliver ashy resin, fungus, bacteria, and other potential pathogens right into your lungs. This increases your chances of developing a pulmonary infection, which is certainly not fun for anyone. Fortunately, this problem has a simple solution: bong water cleaning. Here’s how often you should do it.

Bong Water Cleaning – How Often Should You Do It?

Heavy medical marijuana users should change their bong water at least daily. In addition, running some boiling water through your dry pipe or bubbler before use each day can limit ash remnants and potential pathogens so you aren’t drawing them into your lungs. If you are a flavor enthusiast, you may wish to consider changing your water (or cleaning your device) before use between strains as well.

For the daily consumer, this may seem like a lot of work, but it is well worth the effort to keep yourself from getting ill. Casual users should simply engage in bong water cleaning or apparatus cleaning after each use so that it is ready to go the next time you go to use it. Make sure you let everything dry before storing it away to avoid any mildew or mold growth and always use fresh water each time.

At the bare minimum, daily consumers should do bong water cleaning every two to three days. In warmer/drier climates, folks may be able to wait as long as a week but it is not recommended. Heavy users are also encouraged to clean their bongs with alcohol and salt 3 to 4 times a month to reduce resin buildup that cannot be flushed out with hot water alone.

Signs Bong Water Cleaning is Needed

If you’re grossed out by a dirty looking bong, follow your nose. If a bong smells bad, it is well past due for a cleaning and a water change. When you get to this stage, cleaning your piece with alcohol and salt is recommended.
Has your bong water gone from clear to brown? Does it have floating particles of stuff inside of it? Some discoloration in your water will occur with any use. However, the darker the color and the dirtier the bong or water pipe, the greater the risk of lung infection.
For optimal smoking experience and optimal health, it’s best to avoid smoking from devices that contain substantial resin buildup. Resin buildup inside a bong is often charred, drastically distorting the flavor of the resin and whatever bud or concentrate you happen to be smoking. The remnants of charred plant matter or resin can act as a starting point for molds and mildews which can be dangerous.
While some bacteria and fungi are beneficial, the kinds that grow inside of a bong do not belong in your lungs. To play it safe, do not smoke out of any sort of water device that contains molds or mildews. It’s best to avoid smoking if your device contains:
- Pink discoloration
- Fuzzy white or gray molds
- White speckled powder
- Black discoloration or speckles

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Cannabis for Back Pain Relief, Opioid Alternative

March 9, 2020 by Shay Dee

Cannabis for Back Pain Relief

A new study has shown how cannabis could be an effective treatment option for both pain relief and insomnia, for those looking to avoid prescription and over the counter pain and sleep medications including opioids. Let’s explore Cannabis for Back Pain Relief. The study, published in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, which looked at 1,000 people taking legalized marijuana in an American state found that among the 65% of people taking cannabis for pain, 80% found it was very or extremely helpful.

This led to 82% of these people being able to reduce or stop taking over the counter pain medications, and 88% being able to stop taking opioid painkillers.

The study suggests that cannabis could lower opioid use. However, the researchers caution that more needs to be done to understand the potential therapeutic benefits of cannabis.

According to the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, roughly 20% of American adults (approximately 42 million people) suffer from chronic pain. Traditional over the counter medications and painkillers can help, however, they may have serious side effects. Opioids depress the respiratory system, meaning that overdoses may be fatal.

As a consequence, some people are looking to marijuana to help with their symptoms.

To find out more about these users, survey data was reviewed from people who purchased cannabis from two retail stores in Colorado. Although the survey may not reflect the overall population of dispensary customers, other national survey data, and data from medical patients at medical cannabis dispensaries, also demonstrate that people who use cannabis to treat symptoms both decrease and stop their use of prescription medications.

The study adds weight to the theory that widening access to medical cannabis could lower the use of prescription painkillers, allowing more people to manage and treat their pain without relying on opioid prescription drugs that have dangerous side effects. This is furthered with other research that shows that states with medical cannabis laws have a 6.38% lower rate of opioid prescribing.

However, researchers caution that more research is needed to understand the health benefits and side effects of cannabis.

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