Living with diabetes is more than just numbers on a screen. It's waking up with an uncertain energy level, the constant need to adjust your diet, and the mental strain that often remains invisible to the outside world. Behind every glucose level is a person—with worries, hopes, fatigue, and the desire to regain some peace of mind and body.

In our practice at CBD & Herb, we see how people are looking for additional support alongside their existing treatment. Not to replace something, but to experience more balance. That's why we're collecting research on our science page by Peter Vermeul , founder of CBD Spain, which examines, among other things, the role of CBDa-dominant Full Spectrum oil in both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

This article is an accessible summary of those insights — designed to engage you with both the science and the human side of the story.

Shingles is an intense and painful experience for many people. Burning nerve pain, blisters on the skin, and prolonged sensitivity can significantly impact daily life. Increasingly, natural support is being sought alongside conventional care—including full-spectrum cannabis extracts containing CBDa and THCa. But how does this actually work in the body?

At CBD & Herb, we collaborate with the research of Peter Vermeul, founder of CBD Spain. His vision revolves around whole plant extracts, where all the natural components of cannabis work together instead of isolated substances. In this article, we'll share the key insights—and how full-spectrum CBDa oil can potentially contribute to comfort and recovery.

When we talk about Full Spectrum CBDa oil , most people automatically think of the cannabis plant's flower buds. This makes sense, as that's where the highest cannabinoid concentrations are found. But anyone who truly understands how the plant works knows: the key to a complete and effective extract lies in the leaves .

Cannabis leaves are often viewed as waste material in the industry. According to Peter Vermeul , founder and owner of CBD Spain, this is a fundamental misconception. His research demonstrates that the leaves themselves contain a rich, complex, and largely underestimated phytochemical profile—with direct implications for the effectiveness of Full Spectrum CBDa oil.

Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), also known as butterfly disease, is a rare genetic skin condition that makes the skin extremely fragile. Even minimal friction can lead to painful blisters, open wounds, and long-term inflammation. For many patients, treatment primarily consists of wound care and pain relief, while the daily impact on quality of life remains significant.

In recent years, scientific interest in full-spectrum cannabis extracts has grown, particularly those that preserve cannabinoid acids like CBDa and THCa. Within EB research, we're increasingly seeing indications that these natural plant compounds may play a complementary role in pain, itching, and wound healing.

Crohn's disease is a chronic, often life-threatening inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal tract. Abdominal pain, diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, and fluctuating disease activity define daily life for many people. Despite advances in conventional treatments—such as anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressants, and biologics—a significant group of patients continues to seek additional support. This is not because they are opposed to conventional care, but because it doesn't always provide sufficient relief or is associated with significant side effects.

In this quest, medicinal cannabis is increasingly gaining traction. Full-spectrum cannabis extracts , specifically CBDa-rich and THCa-rich oils , are attracting attention. In this blog post, we'll explore the key insights from research and practice, based on the work and analyses of Peter Vermeul , founder of CBD Spain . The goal: to provide insight into why full-spectrum CBDa oil can be beneficial for Crohn's disease—and why it differs significantly from isolated CBD products.

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.