In this episode, I sit down with my long-time friend and Prima founder Christopher Gavigan, to talk about all things CBD. We discuss the noteworthy differences between recreational use and using it to achieve next-level health benefits. We learn exactly how CBD interacts with your body's endocannabinoid system and what you need to know when choosing a CBD supplement. Afterall, not all brands are created equally. From the latest in scientific research to how it can help you break free from mental and physical health problems, this episode covers everything you've ever wanted to know about CBD.

A seasoned champion of health, acclaimed best-selling author, speaker, and social entrepreneur, Christopher’s commitment and consciousness have been instrumental in spreading global awareness about environmental health.  In his role as CEO of the non-profit Healthy Child Healthy World, Christopher led a coalition of doctors, global retailers, and notable celebrities to drive awareness of the emerging science that would help ignite a consumer movement to demand for safer, healthier, non-toxic products.  Christopher then founded and built The Honest Company in 2012 with Jessica Alba - the paradigm-shifting non-toxic consumer brand of skincare, home cleaning, and beauty products that delivered upon the principles of purpose, innovation, and socially responsible.

Most recently, Gavigan has launched a science-driven, therapeutic botanical brand called PRIMA to bridge the gap between healthcare and wellness, and bring hemp cannabinoids/CBD to consumers with clinically validation, industry-defining standards, and radical transparency.  He has authored numerous pieces on environmental health, sustainability, and the natural marketplace for national publications including People Magazine, Huffington Post, USA Today, CNN, Medium, and Fast Company. Christopher sits on the Board of Directors of Mount Sinai Hospital and received numerous recognitions: Elle Magazine’s Green Award - 2007, NY Times Bestseller Nonfiction Book List - 2009, Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year - 2015. Christopher is a father of four children, Luke, Evie, Poppy and Josephine and lives with his wife, Jessica, in Santa Monica, California.

A few of my favorite things we cover this episode:

• A look into Christopher’s engrossing journey through the embodiment of wellness into his life and professional career
• A deep-dive into the wellness world of CBD integration into our health journeys
• How we can use nutrient dense cannabinoids to alleviate many anxiety and stress responses that hinder our bodies
• The noteworthy differences between the recreational and wellness-driven sides of CBD
• What you should be looking for when supplementing with CBD nutrients
• The emphasis behind constructing unity as a family in benefiting our physical and emotional health

Links to things I talked about in this episode:

• The Honest Company
• Healthy Child Healthy World 
• CB’s Nuts
• Joolie’s
• MegaFood B Complex
• The Probiotic
• Growing Young
• Patagonia
• Willa’s
• Erewhon
• Prima.co code DRCOLE for 20% off your purchase
• Insidetracker.com.com/artofbeingwell for 20% off sidewise
• Munkpack.com code WILLCOLE for 20% off your first purchase
• Athleticgreens.com/willcole for a free one year supply of vitamin D and to give AG1 a try
• Junaworld.com code WILLCOLE for 20% off
• Tappancollective.com code WILLCOLE for a $50 credit

Happy listening and we hope you learned a little bit more about the art of being well!

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In health,

Dr. Will Cole