The Myths, The Legends - Now backed by Science #ADCOCBD

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For over 6 000 years, the cannabis plant has been widely used for various medicinal purposes1 and the health benefits have been fiercely debated for decades, with many claims dismissed along the way. Thankfully, science stepped in, and cannabis myths and legends are now backed by research. 

The benefits without the ‘highs’ 

The cannabis plant contains cannabinoids including cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).2 While the latter (THC) is the psychoactive (‘high’ inducing) component of cannabis, CBD is non-psychoactive and has been proven to be beneficial in treating a number of symptoms and medical conditions. These include anxiety, pain, inflammatory disease, epilepsy, depression, nausea, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis.3 

The words ‘stress’ and ‘pain’ seem to be synonymous with life in the 21st century. Whenever one asks how someone else is doing, phrases like ‘stressed out’ and ‘tension headache’ frequently creep into conversations. While there has been a growing awareness around stress symptoms and coping mechanisms, as well as around ways of reducing chronic pain, sufferers are constantly searching for the ‘next big thing’ in pain and stress relief. And if it is available from a trusted and reliable source, all the better! 

Introducing ADCO CBD 

This ground-breaking research into the benefits of CBD led pharmaceutical company, Adcock Ingram, to launch the ADCO CBD range of products. The range comprises ADCO CBD STRESS and ADCO CBD DAILY products, available in drops and capsule format. The ADCO CBD PAIN products are produced in drops, capsule and gel format. All products are laboratory tested, quality controlled, and do not contain sugar or tartrazine. 

All pain? No gain 

Typically caused by illness or injury, pain can wreak havoc on one’s quality of life. Chronic pain is usually associated with long-term illnesses like osteoarthritis and can be the result of tissue or nerve damage. Sadly, chronic pain can become resistant to conventional medical treatment, with 7 out of 10 people experiencing breakthrough pain even when they’re regularly taking their pain medication.4 CBD has been shown to relieve inflammatory, tissue, muscle, joint and neuropathic pain.5 It controls inflammation and pain without creating tolerance,6 is not psychoactive,7 and can be used on its own or added to pain medication.8 

Highly topical: relief is at hand! 

When muscle pains and sprains strike, topical CBD relief can be heaven-sent! ADCO CBD PAIN GEL may assist with symptomatic relief of muscle pain and inflammation, back pain, arthritis, and minor sprains and strains. The product’s 3-in-1 activity offers topical anti-inflammatory action, numbing the pain and reducing bruising. A clever formulation, ADCO CBD PAIN GEL contains CBD isolate with arnica oil, MSM, menthol and essential oils.9 

Treating stress before it takes over 

CBD has been shown to provide relief to those experiencing symptoms like anxiety, muscular tension, restlessness, fatigue and poor concentration.3 ADCO CBD STRESS capsules and oil may assist with the relief of symptoms associated with stress.10 

Daily help within your reach 

Countless South Africans are discovering the benefit of ADCO CBD DAILY, for possible maintenance of general health and well-being. It may assist in reducing anxiety, stress and pain, and is available in capsule or oil format. The drops may be mixed with milk, water, or juice, or maybe taken as is.11 

Trusted, reliable, reputable ADCO CBD products are now available from selected Clicks and Dis-Chem stores, as well as selected independent pharmacies and online stores. 

Recommended retail pricing (incl. VAT) is as follows: ADCO CBD PAIN 200 mg Drops 15 ml: R344.99. ADCO CBD PAIN 600 mg Drops 30 ml: R595.99. ADCO CBD PAIN 20 mg Capsules (30): R595.99. ADCO CBD PAIN Gel 50 ml: R349.95. ADCO CBD STRESS 200 mg Drops 15 ml: R344.99. ADCO CBD STRESS 600 mg Drops 30 ml: R595.99. ADCO CBD STRESS 20 mg Capsules (30): R595.99. ADCO CBD DAILY 200 ml Drops 15 ml: R344.95. ADCO CBD DAILY 600 mg Drops 30 ml: R595.99. ADCO CBD DAILY Capsules (30): R595.99. 

For more information visit: www.adcocbd.co.za and join the conversation on Facebook. 

References : 

1. Hand, A. & Blake, Alexia & Kerrigan, Paul & Samuel, P. & Friedberg, Jeremy. (2016). History of medical cannabis. 

2. Morales P, Hurst DP, Reggio PH. Molecular targets of the phytocannabinoids – a complex picture. Prog Chem Org Nat Prod 2017;103 103–131. 

3. Pisanti S, Malfitano AM, Ciaglia E, et al. Cannabidiol: State of the art and new challenges for therapeutic applications. Pharmacol Ther 2017;175:133-150. 

4. Wheeler T. Pain types and classifications. WebMD, 2019. [cited 2019 Dec 04]; Available at: https:// www.webmd.com/pain-management/guide/pain-types-and-classifications? print=true. 

5. Mbvundula EC, Rainsford KD, Bunning AD. Cannabinoids in pain and inflammation. Inflammopharmacology 2004;12(2):99-114. 

6. Xiong W, Cui T, Cheng K, et al. Cannabinoids suppress inflammatory and neuropathic pain by targeting α3 glycine receptors. J Exp Med 2012;209(6):1121-1134. 

7. MacCallum CA, Russo EB. Practical considerations in medical cannabis administration and dosing. Eur J Int Med 2018;49:12-19. 

8. Fine PG, Rosenfeld MJ. Cannabinoids for neuropathic pain. Curr Pain Headache Rep 2014;18:451. 

9. AdcoCBDPainGelPI. T030662 02.2020 BP.pdf 

10. AdcoCBDStressPI.7739 10.2019 PP.pdf 

11. ADCOCBDDailyDropsPI&PIL 7901.01 10.2019. 06.2020 PP

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New Look for An All-South African Legend! #IslandTribe #SunscreenLotions

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In 1992, a legendary sun protection brand was born in Durban, South Africa. In just a short space of time, Island Tribe became the water-resistant sunscreen of choice for surfers and other extreme sports adventurers. Today, Island Tribe has expanded to include a wide range of products and is distributed to more than 25 countries across the globe.

After Adcock Ingram Consumer Division acquired the brand in 2017, it was determined that this proudly South African product had far broader appeal than only to surfers and extreme adventurers, and so it came about that Island Tribe was rejuvenated and relaunched to appeal to a broader audience.

“We all live under the same sun, and we all deserve sun protection from today’s severe UV exposure,” Garth Maart, Brand Manager: Personal Care, Adcock Ingram, explains. “With South Africa having the second-highest incidence of Skin Cancer in the world[i], it makes perfect sense to offer Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) endorsed, dermatologist tested, broad-spectrum sun protection for the whole family. Island Tribe ticks all the boxes, and is available through leading pharmacies and retail outlets countrywide.”

Island Tribe's vibrant new look is sure to be met with great enthusiasm from consumers, as they embrace the broad cross-section of products. In addition to the Light Lotions and Sprays, the After Sun Cooling Gel, the Lip Balm and the Clear Gel Sun Sticks, October will see the launch of two new Island Tribe products. Kids SPF50 Light Lotion 200ml and Kids SPF50 Light Lotion Trigger Spray 300ml will join the tribe. An extensive marketing campaign to support the brand revitalization and newly launched products have been planned and includes print media, digital media, and public relations.

“Island Tribe is an intensely researched brand, designed with a variety of users in mind, including outdoor enthusiasts, young and old alike,” Maart continues. “The Daily Use sun protection products have grown in popularity, with consumers becoming more aware of the necessity to protect their skins daily, at work, school or play.”

Island Tribe’s new slogan emphasizes the fact that we’re all members of a Rainbow Nation. We might come from diverse backgrounds and cultures, but underneath it all, we’re all part of the same human tribe. And each of us needs protection from the harsh African sun. This is our point of unity: One Nation. One Sun.

South Africans, young and old, sporty or not, are invited to join the tribe: Island Tribe; to experience sun protection for the everyday adventurer. Available from pharmacies and retail outlets across South Africa. Visit www.islandtribe.co.za for more information and join the conversations on Facebook and Instagram.

Reference: 1. Be SunSmart Everywhere. CANSA. [cited 2019 Jul 18]; Available from https://www.cansa.org.za/be-sunsmart/

The Island Tribe brand was launched in 1992 with the aim of providing water-resistant sun protection to surfers and other water sport enthusiasts. The range consisted of one product only, the Island Tribe Clear Gel, which to this day has proven successful. The brand is now distributed in 25 countries worldwide. Island Tribe is an intensely researched sun protection brand that specializes in sport and lifestyle sunscreens. Island Tribe formulas are designed with a variety of users in mind, such as outdoor enthusiasts, young and old alike. Island Tribe sunscreens are designed to give the user maximum protection against both UVA and UVB rays, more than this, the specific formula will stay on your skin for the duration of your activity.

Island Tribe is recognized by the CANSA Organisation as a prevention against skin cancer.

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