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The basis of epilepsy treatment is to improve lifestyle habits

I would like to talk about the basics of epilepsy treatment. Many people may think of medication when they think of epilepsy treatment, but in fact, adjusting lifestyle habits is the foundation of treatment. Among them, the most important iseating habitsAre.

Balance between omega-3 and omega-6 in modern people

Have you ever heard of fatty acids called "omega-3" and "omega-6"? These are called essential fatty acids and are essential for the body, but many people have a significant imbalance in their modern diet.

Ideal balance
?Omega 3: Omega 6 = 1:1～1:4

Actual balance
?Many people think that 1:10more thanIt is in a biased state.

Omega-6 is found in a lot of processed foods and fried foods, so we often consume too much of it without knowing it. This imbalance may be causing inflammation and nerve overexcitation, increasing the risk of epileptic seizures.

Omega-3s may help treat epilepsy.

Recent research suggests that omega-3 fatty acids may help treat epilepsy. For example:
1.Decrease in seizure frequency
Some studies have reported that eating more omega-3s reduced the frequency of attacks.
2.Supports brain health
Omega-3s have nerve-protecting and anti-inflammatory effects, so they may play an adjunctive role in the treatment of epilepsy.

Why diet regulates the endocannabinoid system (ECS)

Here, we will touch on an important body mechanism called the "endocannabinoid system (ECS)". The ECS is a system in our body that regulates and balances the nervous and immune systems. By adjusting this system, it is expected to suppress epileptic seizures and stabilize nerves.

The Diet and ECS Connection
1.Omega-3 is the material for the ECS
Omega-3 fatty acids are used as "materials" to produce the endocannabinoids necessary for the ECS to work. This means that by consuming omega-3s, you can support the work of your ECS.
2.Omega-3 balances nerves
The ECS is responsible for suppressing excessive excitation of nerves. Taking omega-3s may help your ECS work smoothly and reduce the trigger of epileptic seizures.
3.ECS regulation leads to overall body health
The ECS regulates inflammation and immunity throughout the body, not just the brain. Balancing omega-3s and omega-6s through a healthy diet is the first step to protecting the health of your ECS.





Review your diet instead of relying on supplements

The important thing when consuming omega-3 fatty acids is to review your daily diet rather than relying on supplements.

reason
?While supplements are certainly useful, the nutrients you get from food have a natural synergy that can better affect your body.
?Organizing your diet is not only good for epilepsy, but also for overall health.

How to get omega-3 in your diet?

For example, it is recommended to actively incorporate the following foods:
?Blue fish: mackerel, sardines, salmon, herring, etc.
?Plant foods: flaxseed oil, chia seeds, perilla oil, walnuts

By incorporating these into your daily diet, you can get omega-3s naturally.

Summary: Epilepsy treatment starts with a review of lifestyle habits

The basis of epilepsy treatment is not only medication, but also lifestyle adjustment. Among them, it is very important to improve the balance between omega-3 and omega-6, in particular.

Getting the nutrients you need in your daily diet, rather than relying on supplements, is the first step to building a healthy body. Let's support epilepsy treatment by actively incorporating foods high in omega-3 and adopting healthy lifestyle habits!

List of recommended foods
?Blue fish (mackerel, sardines, salmon)
?Flaxseed oil or perilla oil
?Walnuts, chia seeds

A healthy diet helps regulate the ECS and support the control of epileptic seizures. Why don't you review your daily eating habits first?

It was a translation of the paper as basic data.
I have summarized a very important story written on it.
The graph is included in the paper.

See also YouTube ShortsCriteria for choosing CBD cannot be talked about without biological activity


Measuring the bioactivity of phytocannabinoid cannabidiol from cannabis sources, and a novel non-cannabis source.

To measure the biological activity of cannabis-derived phytocannabinoids cannabidiol and novel non-cannabis-derived phytocannabinoids.

An important lesser-known point about "CBD (cannabidiol)" revealed by this study is that "there is a difference in the level of 'biological activity' of CBD"Are. Biological activity is an indicator of how strongly CBD can act on CB2 receptors, which are involved in immune and inflammatory responses in the body. Whether this biological activity is high or low can make a big difference in how CBD products work.

Key findings
1.There is a big difference in where you choose to pick it from:
Even if CBD is taken from the same plant,"Flower"CBD extracted from the leaves and stems was found to have low biological activity.
2.Non-cannabis plants can also provide CBD with high bioactivity:
The newly discovered Humulus Kriya plant can produce CBD with high bioactivity similar to cannabis, but can be a safe source without hallucinogenic components (THC).
3.Problems with commercial products:
Many CBD products on the market have been found to have low biological activity and high variability. This means that even if you use over-the-counter CBD products, you may not get the results you expect.
4.Biological activity is key to CBD research and use:
Until now, when conducting CBD research and use, it was often unclear how biologically active CBD was used, leading to variations and misunderstandings in results.
Measuring biological activity and having reliable standards makes research and medical applications more accurate and effective.




Why is it important?
CBD acts on immune, inflammation, and nerves, and has potential for many diseases and conditions. However, if you have CBD with low bioactivity, the effect may be limited. Conversely, choosing CBD with higher biological activity increases the chances of getting a more expected response.

In other words, the point of this study is that "there are qualitative differences between CBD itself even with the same name." This difference (biological activity) must be properly grasped, quality control, appropriate product selection, and research design must be carried out.

Summary:
1: CBD has very different biological activity (intensity of action on CB2)
2: CBD derived from flowers has the highest biological activity
3: Plants other than cannabis (H. Kriya) can also produce highly bioactive CBD
4: Most of the CBD on the market has low biological activity and is unstable.
5: Bioactivity measurement is highly important and essential for future CBD research and use

Knowing this perspective of "biological activity of CBD" will help you choose over-the-counter products and improve the accuracy of medical and research practices.

I have briefly summarized it on YouTube.
Effects of ECS and Kriya Hops CBD

Historical Background of Cannabis and CBD

Given that cannabis has been used for medical purposes for a long time, it's no surprise that cannabinoids like CBD and THC are gaining traction.
However, in the 20th century, as a result of the legalization of cannabis in many countries, research on its medicinal properties has stagnated for a long time.
Later, with scientific and technological advances, the properties of cannabinoids were rediscovered, and the possibilities in the medical field began to expand.

Charlotte's story and the turning point of CBD

A major reason why CBD extracted from cannabis has once again attracted attention in the medical field is the story of Charlotte Figgy, who has an intractable epilepsy called Dravet syndrome.
Charlotte had suffered from frequent and severe seizures since childhood, and conventional treatments were ineffective, leaving her family in despair.
However, when she used CBD oil on her, the frequency of her seizures decreased dramatically. A documentary program featuring this miraculous result attracted attention from all over the world.

Discovery of the endocannabinoid system

While studying how CBD and THC work in the body, we discovered the endocannabinoid system (endocannabinoid system). This system plays a crucial role in regulating physiological processes such as pain, inflammation, immune function, and nerve transmission, which are naturally produced by our bodies.

While research is still ongoing, it has been revealed that imbalances in this system are associated with a variety of diseases, including epilepsy and neurological disorders. In the treatment of epilepsy, in particular, the potential of new therapies targeting this system is attracting attention.

Difference Between CBD and THC
One of the reasons CBD is particularly noteworthy is its lack of psychoactive effects.Because THC has psychoactive effects (the so-called "high" sensation), regulated in many countries. On the other hand,Because CBD has no psychoactive effects, high safety, and advanced application in the medical field. Interestingly, CBD and THC have very similar chemical structures and some overlapping effects. This has accelerated research into a combination of the two treatments and the use of CBD alone.

The Birth of Kriya Hops and the Evolution of CBD Research

Familiar with Ayurvedic knowledge from a young age, Dr. Joseph overcame the challenge of THC's psychoactive effects and embarked on the challenge of searching for botanicals containing CBD. He then focused on hops, a type of hemp plant, and discovered a unique variety that contains CBD in hops but does not produce THC at the genetic level. immobilize this variety,「Kriya」I named it and obtained a plant patent in the United States.

CBD Quality Control and Biological Activity Assessment
Dr. Joseph then developed technology to accurately assess the quality and effects of CBD. Reacts specifically to natural CBDMonoclonal AntibodiesIt is now easier to detect CBD that has been denatured during the extraction process and processing. By using this antibody, it was possible to quantify the extent to which CBD binds to CB2 receptors in the body, or binding affinity (biological activity).

Based on this technology, Dr. Joseph established an evaluation system that expresses the biological activity of CBD as 0~1, and also obtained a patent for this technology. This evaluation method has provided a groundbreaking method that allows for scientific verification of the quality and effectiveness of CBD products.

Biological activity that varies greatly depending on the plant site

As a result of research using this technology, among hops (Kriya) and hemp-derived CBD,CBD extracted from inflorescences has the highest biological activityIt has been revealed that it has This indicates that CBD derived from inflorescences binds most strongly to CB2 receptors and exerts its full effect.

Based on this, Kriya Hops is developing products centered on inflorescences.Compared to conventional hemp-derived CBD, Kriya has higher biological activity and is expected to be applied to various diseases, including epilepsy.

Challenges of Hemp and Synthetic CBD with Low Bioactivity

Further research by Dr. Joseph found that hemp-derived CBD products, synthetic CBD, and even CBD sold as drugs have very low biological activity.In particular, it is unknown whether any of the hemp products currently on the market are made using "inflorescences only".Against this background, we can see that the manufacturing process and raw materials of CBD products have a significant impact on biological activity.

Synthetic CBD, even if chemically pure, often does not have the same effects as naturally derived CBD. As a result, the importance of the complex effects of naturally derived CBD is reaffirmed.




Maximize the healing power of plants


Dr. Joseph views Kriya not as a Western medicine medicine, but from the perspective of "bringing out the healing power of plants." This idea aligns with Ayurvedic and naturopathic concepts, suggesting an approach that respects the human self-healing power.

As a fellow doctor, I deeply sympathize with this idea and am also working to spread Kriya in Japan. Kriya is not just about controlling symptoms, but also about providing a new form of health care that balances the patient's entire body. This activity isIt plays a crucial role in spreading the potential of natural remedies not only to patients themselves, but also to their families and healthcare professionals.



Kriya brings hope to people with epilepsy

While many patients with epilepsy can control their seizures with appropriate treatment, many patients are anxious during treatment, reduction, or even after stopping medication. Kriya can be of great help to these patients.

There are increasing reports that using Kriya can reduce anxiety during seizure signs and stressful situations, and prevent seizures themselves. One patient said that using Kriya made her feel "Kriya in her head" and improved her quality of life even after the drug reduction began. A major feature of Kriya is that it does not have the side effects such as drowsiness, which are common with conventional drugs, and can improve symptoms in a natural way.

And as an approach to non-convulsive seizures, which are common in undiagnosed epilepsy patients and older adults, Kriya shows new potential. As a natural remedy for these patients to live their lives with peace of mind, Kriya has a lot of promise.

People with epilepsy who developed it as an adult

When I left the hospital, I introduced him to an epilepsy specialist I knew well.
Maybe I wrote in my letter of introduction at that time that I was drinking CBD a little bit.
I remember.

I was with the doctor all the time and was taking the medicine while adjusting it.

I accompanied the patient to the examination for the first time in a long time.

I'm sure I haven't had seizures for many years.
I want to stop taking medicationWhen the patient told me
1Over the years, I decided to reduce the medication and stop.

There is no talk of taking an EEG before that.



I once again had a CBD (Kriya??It was after the examination that I talked about it.
It's expensive, isn't it???The word came out.

The disease of epilepsy controls medication so that it does not cause seizures.
By doing so, many patients pass without seizures, but completely quitting the drug
It's hard to do.
This is especially true for epilepsy in adulthood.

She has been working hard lately in situations where she is likely to have a seizure.??I was drinking
Fortunately, I never had a seizure.

I thought my former doctor was examining her properly.
I may have been told to stop the medication without saying much.

It's a really happy story.
If you take any medicine every day, your liver will get tired.
Everyone wants to stop drinking as much as possible, but if the seizures recur.
I can't stop.

It's reasonable for a doctor specializing in epilepsy to stop
It was thought to be okay.

It's expensive, isn't it?Although it was said that
I secretly think that I knew about CBD thoroughly.

Because Charlotte was able to control her seizures with medical cannabis.
It is very dangerous to suddenly stop taking the drug you are taking and switch to CBD.
CBD is not a fight with drugs.
Especially Kriya??It has been proven that there is almost no burden on the liver.

Once your physical condition calms down after taking CBD, reduce your medication little by little.
The ideal is to be able to say goodbye to medicine at the end.

CBD is effective for epilepsy, isn't it?

I think everyone who knows a little about CBD thinks so.

Certainly, the reason for the rapid spread of CBD in the United States was a documentary program on CNN.
It has an impact.
Charlotte, a severe epilepsy patient, uses medical cannabis and has almost no seizures
That's the story.

Charlotte, but even if you use various epilepsy medications, not only can you not control your seizures,
I have almost died from the side effects of medication.

By using medical cannabis, seizures almost disappeared.



Because this was aired on TV
Of course, all the doctors who specialize in epilepsy will know about it.
The general public thinks, but it's actually different.

The patient is thinking of taking CBD.
Even if you consult, CBD won't work!　I can tell by the doctor's intuition.
There are actually teachers who say that.

Now that information is being transmitted very quickly,
It doesn't mean that experts get information the fastest.

Another important thing
Most medical institutions are covered by insurance.
Doctors are not covered by insurance for drugs and various supplements.
The reality is that most of them are not interested or do not know.

Also, many doctors may not have a very good impression of supplements
I don't know.

There is no hierarchical relationship between the doctor and the patient

Because he is a doctor, he doesn't know everything.

Teacher: There was a program like this in the United States.
When I saw that, I wondered if it could be used in Japan...
That's all you have to say.

However, unfortunately, "Can't you listen to the doctor?" Some teachers say, "
It seems that there are still people.

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The other day, on a blog called Sports and CBD
We talked about how WADA removed CBD from the banned substances.

Sports and CBD

Let's take a look at how WADA actually stipulates it.



S8 Cannabinoids

Prohibited during competitions

All prohibited substances in this classification are specified substances
Substance of Abuse: Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

Abuse substances are often used in society outside the realm of sports (abused).
Therefore, it is a substance that is specifically identified as a prohibited substance.

Cannabinoids are the names of ingredients isolated as components of cannabis.
CBD and THC are typical substances, but more than 100 other substances have been discovered.


All natural and synthetic cannabinoids are prohibited
For instance
#Cannabis (hashish (cannabis resin) and marijuana) and cannabis products
#Natural and synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol ( THCs)
#Synthetic cannabinoids that mimic the effects of THC

It is written.
(The italics in the middle will be my additional explanation.) ）

Finally, as an exceptionCannabidiolIt is written.

CBD is indeed recognized, but all other cannabinoids are prohibited substances.
With hemp CBD products, it's almost impossible to completely get rid of THC!
And the question is how long that trace amount of THC will remain in the blood.
If you drink it all the time, you don't know if the THC below the detection sensitivity is really at the same level.

If you think about that, it's much safer not to use hemp CBD in the first place.

With Kriya, you don't have to worry about that.
It does not contain THC from the beginning and
I only use those extracted from the highest quality flowers.

So, at the last Tokyo Olympics, some of the overseas athletes
It seems that some people were drinking Kriya.

Sports and CBD

2018In the year the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) removed CBD from the banned substance
More and more athletes are using CBD around the world.
I have also heard that athletes brought a lot of CBD to the Tokyo Olympics.

In Japan, hemp-derived CBD is labeled as isolate (meaning CBD only).
Strictly tested for doping due to the risk of containing trace amounts of THC
Athletes may be hesitant to use it.

The purpose of using CBD for athletes around the world is
Anti-inflammatory
Neuroprotective action
Analgesic effect
Anxiolytic effect
Promotes fatigue recovery
It is said that it is expected to be such a thing.

Kriya is a high-quality CBD that does not contain THC,
In fact, it is used by athletes, especially in the United States.

This year, I have been preparing my loose body with a chiropractic personal gym, but when I started, I drank plenty of water-soluble Miracle Hops on the morning of the day I went to the gym to prepare my body. Otherwise, I didn't feel like I could train.
Now, a few months later, I'm taking capsules or oil to prepare myself, and I'm drinking a lot of water-soluble Miracle Hops after the gym. In addition to that, my body began to want various things, so I drank protein powder.
I do.

Is training for 1 hour once a week effective?
It is definitely out.
That's why the amount of training you do in one hour of training increases, and the way you are driven is also good...?
I think that if you do it alone, you can never do it.

My feeling is that if I hadn't used Kriya,
It only took effect more slowly.
I think it may have taken root.

Athletes who are thinking about using it, and you who think that you have to move your body because you don't exercise enough,
How about using Kriya to train well?



If you know me, you can do it because you used to climb mountains and ski hard, right? I think some people think so.
In fact, my face turned white during training, not once or twice, but SpO2 (blood oxygen level) was measured?I was able to get my body back??

In fact, it's not perfect yet, but the body will answer as much as it does.
I feel it.

20More than a year ago, when a doctor from the medical association asked me to give a lecture on gait disorders, I did a lot of research.
At that time, there was a story about a person who exercised for the first time in his old age.
I definitely changed with my muscles.
I also had the impression that I should have exercised from a young age.

After knowing that, patients always told me that no matter how many times they get
We were talking about building muscles.

That's why I decided to get my body in order, which I had been slacking off for a while.
Because I was originally exercising, I should be able to do it, and I knew the risk of injury.
I decided to train in the same way as I do now.

Have you ever been a runner's high?

Running makes your breathing faster and your heart beats faster.
I think many people find it painful rather than comfortable.

When Runner's High was gone, he suddenly felt euphoric
It is to become a state.
In fact, there are surprisingly few people who get into this state while running.
It seems that many people only feel it after running.

It is said that what is happening to the body at that time is because endorphins increase in the brain.
These endorphins are also called morphine in the brain.

However, if you look into it, it is certain that exercise increases endorphins in the blood.
This cannot cross the blood-brain barrier.

The blood-brain barrier is to prevent harmful substances from entering the brain and to remove unnecessary substances from the brain.
It is a gateway that I try not to put out.

In other words, it turns out that endorphins cannot travel into the blood vessels of the brain.

So what brings euphoria?



Exercise has been shown to increase endogenous cannabinoids in the blood.
Endogenous cannainoids can cross the blood-brain barrier.

Now that exercise has made me feel euphoric and relaxed,
It is said to be due to the increase in this endogenous cannainoid.

Moderate exercise regulates the endocannabinoid system
This is what it means to be involved in our health.