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05/17/2019
Marijuana edibles have a reputation for sweetness. When someone mentions edibles, most people immediately think of “pot brownies.” Dispensaries that sell infused food often have shelves of brightly colored desserts to enjoy. Medicated sweets can make treatment fun, and some of them inc ... Read More
05/17/2019
Marijuana consists of many different compounds that work together to relieve symptoms. You can isolate these compounds, known as cannabinoids, to experience one specific component’s effects. One compound commonly used by medical marijuana patients is cannabidiol (CBD). Learn why patients ... Read More
05/15/2019
The endocrine system is the body’s network of hormone-producing glands, releasing hormones into the bloodstream that act like tiny chemical messengers that run off to tell our body what to do: grow, eat, burn energy, and reproduce. This system of glands includes the thyroid, pineal gla ... Read More
05/09/2019
The ongoing movement to legalize medical marijuana is rolling along in the US, but there may be a bit of catch-up needed when it comes to side effect and warning labels. At the moment, none of the states that have legalized marijuana for medicinal or recreational use have clear warning lab ... Read More
05/07/2019
The term “self-medicating” is used to describe someone who takes a medication or substance to relieve themselves of symptoms related to a physical or psychological condition, without a prescription or medical advice. People don’t always realize they’re self-medicating. For exam ... Read More
05/04/2019
See the full infographic For relief from symptoms that prescription medication and other therapies can’t control, some form of medical marijuana is an option in 35 states. To obtain it, you’ll need to be diagnosed with a qualifying medical condition. Here are 10 ailments treatab ... Read More
05/03/2019
Mention cannabidiol (CBD) oil, which contains CBD extracts from the cannabis plant, and you’re bound to get an earful from your best friend, friends of friends, even your hairdresser about the risks and benefits. It seems everybody’s an expert. We’ve dissected eight common CBD oi ... Read More
05/02/2019
As more states relax their laws and increase access to medical cannabis, there is a growing need for healthcare professionals who can help patients navigate the medical use of marijuana. A brand-new nursing specialty has emerged to do just that. More and more patients are using cannabis ... Read More
04/30/2019
Cannabidiol (CBD) is an extract from the flowers and buds of the marijuana or hemp plant, which is typically diluted in a carrier oil like coconut or hemp seed oil. Depending on your state, you can find CBD in the form of an oil, extract, vaporized liquid, or oil-based capsule, as well as ... Read More
04/23/2019
People with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) often do not get enough relief from current treatments, leading many to turn to alternative therapies including medical marijuana. An estimated 15 to 20 percent of IBD patients in the U.S. and Canada currently use marijuana (known medically as c ... Read More