De ziekte van Crohn is een chronische, vaak ingrijpende ontstekingsziekte van het maagdarmkanaal. Buikpijn, diarree, vermoeidheid, gewichtsverlies en een wisselende ziekteactiviteit bepalen voor veel mensen het dagelijks leven. Ondanks de vooruitgang in reguliere behandelingen – zoals ontstekingsremmers, immunosuppressiva en biologicals – blijft een aanzienlijke groep patiënten zoeken naar aanvullende ondersteuning. Niet omdat zij ‘tegen’ reguliere zorg zijn, maar omdat deze niet altijd voldoende verlichting biedt of gepaard gaat met forse bijwerkingen.

In die zoektocht komt medicinale cannabis steeds vaker in beeld. Met name full-spectrum cannabisextracten, en daarbinnen specifiek CBDa-rijke en THCa-rijke oliën, trekken de aandacht. In deze blog nemen we je mee langs de belangrijkste inzichten uit onderzoek en praktijk, gebaseerd op het werk en de analyses van Peter Vermeul, grondlegger van CBD Spain. Het doel: inzicht geven in waarom full-spectrum CBDa-olie bij Crohn interessant kan zijn – en waarom dit wezenlijk verschilt van geïsoleerde CBD-producten.

Anyone who delves into the effects of full spectrum CBDa oil will sooner or later come across a lesser-known but fascinating substance: CBGa (cannabigerolic acid) .
Although CBGa is often labeled a minor cannabinoid , scientific research shows that this designation is inaccurate. On the contrary: CBGa forms the biochemical starting point for virtually all other cannabinoids in the cannabis plant.

Within the research of Peter Vermeul – founder and owner of CBD Spain – CBGa plays a key role in understanding why unprocessed, full-spectrum extracts have such a broad and powerful action profile.

Migraine is not a simple headache, but a complex neurological disorder. During an attack, the trigeminovascular system becomes overactive, with substances like CGRP (Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide) and nitric oxide (NO) triggering a cascade of pain, neuroinflammation, and sensory oversensitivity. Light, sound, smell, nausea, and sometimes aura are common accompaniments.

The nervous system is, as it were, tuned too sharply.

It's precisely at this intersection—pain transmission, inflammation, neurotransmitters, and stress regulation—that the endocannabinoid system (ECS) comes into play. And that's precisely where the interest in full-spectrum cannabis extracts , and particularly CBDa-rich oils , arises.

After thirty years of working in naturopathic medicine, you learn to recognize one thing very clearly: the body wants to recover. Always. Sometimes it just needs that one little push to the right level. And sometimes, as a therapist, you're backed into a corner when conventional options have been exhausted, complaints pile up, or conditions become more complex than a single remedy can handle.

It is precisely at these moments that Full Spectrum CBDa oil proves time and again to be an incredible linchpin in recovery processes – a broad system supporter that does not combat one complaint, but helps the body remember how recovery works.

It has now become an indispensable part of Annette de Vogel's animal treatments. Not as a miracle cure, but as an intelligent plant extract that works simultaneously on multiple levels: physical, neurological, immunological, and emotional.

Between scientific research, practical experience and nuance

Breast cancer affects thousands of women – and their families – every year. Besides conventional treatments, many people are looking for additional ways to support their bodies, alleviate side effects, or simply gain more control. One of the substances increasingly mentioned in this regard is full-spectrum CBDa oil .

But what do we really know?
Where does hope end and science begin?

In this blog, we will take you through the current state of knowledge surrounding CBDa (cannabidiolic acid) and breast cancer, based on scientific research, practical experience, and the critical perspective of Peter Vermeul , founder and owner of CBD Spain – and the scientific brain behind the CBDa oil we use at CBD & Herb .

Natural support for hormonal changes

Menopause isn't a disease, but for many women, this phase of life feels anything but natural. Hot flashes, poor sleep, mood swings, joint pain, decreased focus, and changes in libido can significantly impact daily life. While hormone therapy offers relief for some, a growing number of women are looking for more natural, gentler alternatives that support the body instead of taking over.

Within this quest, interest in full-spectrum cannabis extracts is growing, and in particular CBDa (cannabidiolic acid) – the raw, unheated form of CBD. But what makes CBDa so interesting for menopausal symptoms? And what does science have to say about this?

A case study about Matcho, a young shepherd mix, and recovery beyond the prognosis

Babesiosis is a serious, sometimes life-threatening condition in dogs. Especially in border areas, such as along the German border, we see this disease becoming increasingly common. The story of Matcho—a one-year-old German Shepherd mix—shows what's possible when we not only combat the disease but also support the body as a whole. A multidisciplinary approach, across multiple levels, with an eye for the cause, recovery, and prevention.

What does science say – and why this extract deserves so much attention

Autoimmune diseases affect millions of people worldwide. Conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and psoriasis all share one common thread: a dysregulated immune system that attacks the body. Despite significant advances in conventional medicine, many people continue to seek complementary, gentler ways to better manage inflammation, pain, and fatigue.

This is precisely where interest in full-spectrum CBDa oil is growing.

At CBD & Herb, we've been working with CBD Spain oils for years, developed by Peter Vermeul – founder, researcher, and one of the first European pioneers to fully focus on the therapeutic potential of CBDa (cannabidiol acid) . We compile his research on our science page. This article provides an accessible introduction.

Sometimes the body simply can't be ignored. It doesn't whisper, but speaks loud and clear. In dogs, this often happens through the stomach. Nausea, vomiting, cramps, restlessness. Symptoms that seem "acute" at first glance, but upon closer inspection, are often the end point of a longer process.

Gastritis – an inflammation of the stomach lining – is a good example of this.

Chronic pain is a daily reality for millions of people. From inflammatory pain and osteoarthritis to nerve pain and difficult-to-treat pain syndromes, conventional pain relief often offers only temporary relief and is frequently accompanied by side effects. Therefore, more and more people are turning to natural support. Within this field, one substance has received a remarkable amount of scientific attention in recent years: CBDa – the acidic, unprocessed form of CBD.

In this article, we'll take you through the science behind CBDa-rich full-spectrum extracts , based on research and practical experience from Peter Vermeul , founder of CBD Spain . This is an in-depth introduction. For those who want to delve deeper, we invite you to read the full article and the underlying studies on our science page.

Kennel cough is one of those conditions that is often underestimated in practice. It sounds harmless—"just a cough"—but for many dogs and their owners, it can be an intense, exhausting, and sometimes even frightening experience. Especially when the cough persists, worsens, or recurs repeatedly.

Kennel cough, officially called infectious tracheobronchitis , isn't a single disease with a single cause. It's a combination of multiple bacteria and viruses that irritate and inflame the respiratory tract. The trachea and bronchi become hypersensitive, meaning any stimulus—cold, exertion, excitement—can trigger a new coughing fit.

Aggression in dogs is often seen as a purely behavioral problem. A dog that lunges, growls, or bites is quickly labeled "dominant," "untrustworthy," or a "problem dog." Yet, experience shows time and again that aggression rarely occurs in isolation. In many cases, it's a manifestation of underlying physical complaints, pain, or internal imbalances .

When a dog consistently feels unwell, experiencing constant discomfort or pain, its nervous system becomes strained. Its tolerance to stimuli decreases, stress builds, and the dog quickly pushes itself beyond its limits. Behavior is then not a cause, but a signal .

The story of Tjekko is a striking example of this.