Plants To Save The Planet !

The money men of Wall Street unerringly know where things are going in trade and industry. Their forecasts show the growing trend to replace meat and dairy with alternatives to help restore the planet’s health and keep its occupants safe and and healthy.

This is confirmed by showing that three of the biggest investment growth areas will be in nature. Two involve plants and the third water. It's a sign that concern is turning serious about climate change.

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So what’s the third big marketing trend?

It’s the plant-based food craze sweeping many countries.

By now, you’ve probably heard of the ‘Beyond Meat’ company.Since they started selling its plant-based burger in 2016, sales have increased fivefold – and are expected to achieve record year on year sales for the foreseeable future. Its ‘Beyond Burgers’ are sold in 17,000 grocery stores and 12,000 eateries – including Burger King and McDonald's.

And this meteoric rise in popularity sent the company’s valuation soaring 524,900% to a peak valuation of $14.7 billion. Early investors made a fortune.And that’s just one example of a plant-based product hitting the consumer jackpot.

The popularity of healthy alternatives to meat, dairy, and sugary drinks like soda is through the roof. For example It is expected to push the launch sales of a sparkling water beverage from BevCanna – infused with plant-based hemp-derived CBD – right into orbit. The plant-based market has grown from $9.8 billion in 2017 to about $13.16 billion in 2019.It’s expected to nearly double to $20.25 billion by 2025.

Investors are scrambling to find the next Plant-Based Start Up to reach Unicorn status i.e. a rarity.Billionaires like Richard Branson, Jeff Bezos, and Bill Gates are hoping to get a cut of the profits by investing a fortune in plant-based food products. Recently, the three Wall Street heavyweights led a $90-Million funding round into vegan meat start-up ‘Motif Ingredients’.

All over the world people are ditching meat-based food brands and buying healthier and environment friendly alternatives Since April 2017 plant-based food sales have increased a whopping 31% while total food sales remain flat.

Fast food restaurants are also racing to introduce plant-based menu options, and consumers are turning up to buy them in droves. Tim Hortons, Del Taco, Kentucky Fried Chicken—even McDonalds, the biggest fast food restaurant of them all, is beginning to realize it must not miss out on this futuristic market.

And,not to be outdone, Burger King’s parent company Restaurant Brands International Inc. has made the ‘Impossible Burger’, available at every Burger King location. ‘Impossible Burger’ hasn’t gone public yet, but investors are clamouring to buy into the company. Earlier this year it closed a $300-Million investing round, and a host of other companies are looking to get into the product-hungry market.

Already, more than $2 Billion has been invested in plant-based meat, mostly within the last three years. At this rate, the rapidly growing Meat-and-Dairy-Alternatives Market is expected to hit US$24.3 billion by 2026.5

Another food sector poised to become increasingly plant based is the $70 Billion Global Infant Formula Market! Plant-based foods aren’t just replacing meat products They can also be used to create healthier, safer food for babies, children and adults. And a little-known Plant-Based Food Company is set to be a dominant player. And with more parents looking for healthier options for their children,’ Else Nutrition Holdings Inc's' breakthrough 100% plant-based, non-soy infant formula could not come at a better time. 

Here’s why: according to the latest statistics, cow’s milk is the number one allergen for children under the age of five. Milk allergies currently affect half of American food-allergic children who are one year old or younger. Despite this, the vast majority of infant formulas are milk-based.

What’s more, almost all milk-alternatives on the market are soy-based, but approximately 40% percent of children allergic to cow’s milk are also allergic to soymilk, meaning that many competitor products aren’t a viable option. That’s more than a quarter of a million U.S. babies born this year who will be allergic to milk.

But plant-based foods don’t only appeal to parents of children with allergies, they’re also the best choice for the 1 in 12 families today that are raising their children vegan. That’s nearly 5 million American children who will grow up eating plant-based food.

And on top of THAT, 31% of Americans consider themselves flexitarians. (Have one or more meat free meal days each week) That’s just over 100 million people.

‘Else Nutrition Holdings Inc’.  has quickly moved to meet parents’ demand with a breakthrough, science-backed formula with the first 100% plant based, non-dairy, and non-soy milk baby formula.

And it TASTES GREAT!

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CBD Hemp - 10+ Things to Know !

1 What is CBD ? CBD Hemp, (Cannabis sativa), also called Industrial Hemp, a plant of the family Cannabaceae, cultivated for its fibre (bast fibre) and its edible seeds for oil. Hemp is often confused with its cannabis relative that is a source of the drug marijuana and the drug preparation hashish. They are alike in looks but not in nature. Although all three products-hemp, marijuana, and hashish - contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a compound that produces psychoactive euphoric high effects in humans and pets, the variety of cannabis cultivated for hemp has only small amounts of THC. (Marijuana is the Mexican word for Cannabis) Cannabidiol, CBD for short, is a naturally occurring “cannabinoid” and one of the most abundant therapeutic constituents of cannabis hemp. Cannabinoids are responsible for the plant’s effects on the body. CBD is increasingly being used to treat health issues, predominantly pain or stress-related, although studies have shown CBD can be effective for other complaints, and in supporting the immune system to maintain daily health and wellness.
  2 Will I get High from CBD?

No,unlike THC, it’s chemical cousin, CBD is non-psychoactive. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the compound in Cannabis proper that produces a euphoric effect because it binds to special CB1 and CB2 nerve receptors in the brain. CBD does not bind to the same receptors. CBD Hemp oil contains extremely low levels of THC,and does not cause any impairment or “high”. In fact, many users report a relaxing, calming effect from CBD usage, especially at higher dosages.

3 Is CBD Oil from Cannabis Proper? No. CBD oil is extracted from a strain of industrial hemp, which is part of the cannabis family. It is specifically cultivated to be high in CBD and low in THC. CBD Hemp can be legally sold and consumed in the United States and some other countries as long as it contains less than 0.3% THC ,which makes it safe and legal to use as a natural health supplement.

4 How is CBD extracted? There are a few methods to extract CBD from the natural hemp plant. The cheapest is to use solvents; harsh chemicals that separate the CBD from the plant leaf and stalk material. The safest and purest way is by CO2 Extraction. This is a chemical-free extraction process that uses only pressurized carbon dioxide to pull the desired phytonutrients (such as CBD) from the hemp plant. CO2 extraction is environmentally friendly and non-toxic.

5 Does CBD Cannabis Hemp have any medical qualities?

 Yes. Scientific studies show CBD provides therapeutic medical benefits. According to a 2013 review published in the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, CBD soothes nausea and vomiting disorders, acts as an antioxidant to reduce free radicals that cause neurodegenerative disorders, and works as an anti-inflammatory to reduce swelling and pain.CBD has also been used to benefit psychological issues, including reducing chronic anxiety and depression. Many users report better sleep and reduced feelings of stress almost immediately after beginning taking CBD. The National Cancer Institute has published studies which show cannabidiol may have a protective effect against cancer by reducing the spread of some types of cancer cells. The research investigated the benefits of CBD treatment with patients diagnosed with breast, colorectal and lung cancers.

6 Can CBD help with Seizures?

Yes.In 2014 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted researchers at San Francisco University of California, permission to study the effects of purified cannabidiol on children and young adults with uncontrolled seizures. Study participants were between the ages of 1 and 30 years and all suffered with symptoms that resisted conventional treatment. Many of the participants had Dravet Syndrome which causes frequent, disabling seizures on a daily basis. The results showed a sharp reduction of seizure frequency and severity. CBD is also commonly prescribed by veterinarians for animals with seizure disorders. CBD showed amazing effects for sufferers of seizures and other neurological disorders, as well as showing neuro-protective effects against the ailments - Several cases highlighted - Most Recent - Cannabis oil mum: 'I'm forced to live abroad to save my child' Link to BBC article -https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-48447082

  (Note - Some epilepsy cases require CBD Oil with more than 0.3% THC content,so has to be prescribed by specialist doctors.Most U.K Specialists are reluctant to prescribe!)

Update to above - Why doctors are reluctant to prescribe a legal product.

Just as in the U.K. many Doctors, in States like Ohio that have legalized medical cannabis, are reluctant to prescribe it until the federal government also legalizes it for all of the USA 

 In the U.K. the government have legalised it for epilepsy in children,and it must be prescribed by specialist doctors, but most of those will not do so until NICE - National Institute for Health and Care Excellence - make evidence-based recommendations.

Update  Cannabis-based medicine for epilepsy available on NHS from January 2020 For more detail read my post here

7 Does CBD Oil contain pesticides or other harmful ingredients?

It is vitally important to only consume CBD oil sourced from producers who use organic standards industrial hemp that is 100% free of any pesticides, bacteria, fungi, harmful solvents, impurities and synthetic or artificial ingredients. Some low-cost sellers of CBD products use hemp from sources that can be high in heavy metals and solvent residue. Quality CBD products should always be third-party tested. It’s even better if the company does terpene analysis and cannabinoid profiling to make sure the product provides the highest quality and ratio of active CBD to hemp carrier oil. The CBDPure Company Products are Independently Third Party Lab.Tested.

8.What is the Endocannabinoid (EC) System?

The EC system consists of a series of receptors in the human body that are configured specifically to accept cannabinoids, especially CBD and THC. The two primary types of receptors that bind to cannabinoids are CB1 and CB2. Because CB1 and CB2 receptors are present throughout the body, the effects of CBD are systemic. The EC system is a natural part of the human body, and is responsible for the therapeutic effects of CBD across multiple body organs.

9 Should you smoke CBD?

While cannabis strains like CBD OG are usually smoked (CBD OG is a cannabis strain popular for its strong euphoric THC content),most CBD products are consumed orally, applied topically or vaporized (“vaped”). This is ideal for most people who do not want to expose their lungs to harmful smoke. The preferred method is CBD oil consumed orally since the effect is prolonged and has long-lasting health benefits and no lung or skin irritation. By taking CBD oil orally, the oil is absorbed directly into the blood vessels and lymphatics of the mouth for more rapid absorption. The effects are less potent with smoking/vaping, or topical use.

10.Does Volume and Concentration Matter?

One of the most important buying criteria is how much CBD is in each product! Not all CBD Products contain the same quantity of CBD, which are typically measured in two quantities – The CBD quantity in the hemp oil carrier quantity - Do look for the quantity of CBD that is present in a product. Many high quality products use full-spectrum hemp oil as the mixing or carrier agent for CBD products, but do not be misled by large volumes of “milligrams” that may be referring to the total hemp carrier oil, but not measuring the specific active CBD content. CBD products from the CBDPure Company state the quantities on the label, verified by independent testing.

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Are you Safe to Drive taking CBD?

CBD will not impair your ability to drive safely, provided there is nil to negligible THC,the Cannabis plant chemical that causes intoxication, a 'High' effect. 

Less than 0.3% THC is the legal guide in many States & Countries.

Find what dosage works best for you before trying to drive using it. Remember to look for quality CBD products, and pay attention to the label.

Only buy products that have been lab tested with detailed results. 

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There are many companies that offer CBD products with no THC in them, including No Borders Naturals. You can purchase a variety of THC-free products, including oil tinctures and edibles. No Borders Naturals has a reputation for thorough lab testing to ensure pure and unadulterated cannabidiol.Which you can see here.

Try it at Home First If you haven’t used CBD,try it at home when you have no plans to go out.Find how it makes you feel. You can decide whether it is a good idea to drive or not.

Most people should start by taking 10 or 20 milligrams CBD. If you don’t notice any effects, you can increase the dosage step by step.

Some people who take a lot of CBD at once get drowsy, while others do not. Because cannabidiol does not affect everyone the same way, it is best to start small and work up.

Using CBD for Stress While Driving

Numerous studies consistently show that CBD can be very useful for treating stress and anxiety.

Driving can be very stressful for some, so you might want to keep your Cannabidiol (CBD) with you in the vehicle. Many people who have these issues experience panic attacks while driving.

Cannabidiol is known for its ability to relax both the mind and body. 

If you are feeling especially tense while driving, a little CBD could help.

Driving While Drowsy

In fact, there are many who use CBD for insomnia. This is because it produces a relaxing feeling, and a side effect can be drowsiness.

You could feel lightheaded when using CBD, especially if it is your first time. This is another reason to start with a low dosage.