A New Way to Think About MMJ: Cannabis that Doesn’t Get You High
As research unlocks the secrets and potential of medical cannabis, one of the most important side effects may be, well…no side effects! If you follow developments in the world of cannabis, you’ve probably heard or read about CBD, one of the two most important cannabinoids, or “active ingredients” in cannabis. To some extent, CBD has […]
Can Cannabis Treat Autism?
Almost three million American children and adults live with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It’s a lifelong condition that often causes difficulties with verbal and non-verbal communication, social interaction, and repetitive behaviors. The symptoms can make life challenging both for people with autism and their loved ones. While treatment options are limited, many families have found […]
New CBD Study to Look into Cannabis for Brain Trauma
Despite everything we know about brain trauma and the vast amount of available medications, treatment for sports-related concussions is severely lacking. The CDC reports that there are between 1.6 to 3.8 million brain injuries a year in the US alone. Even though contact sports like hockey lead to high rates of brain trauma in both […]
Is Cannabis a Better Option to Treat Nerve Pain?
Pain is the body’s way of letting us know something is wrong and is our body’s way of saying that it’s time to take action. However, when the pain becomes a recurring issue, it’s no longer helpful and can have a massive impact on our quality of life. Nerve pain, also known as neuropathy, can […]
Monitoring the Effectiveness of Your Cannabis Treatment
Are you wondering how effective your medical cannabis treatment is? The best way to get the most out of medical cannabis is to develop a treatment plan that’s tailored to your individual needs. In this article, we’ll go over the benefits of developing a treatment strategy and how to monitor your experience, to make sure […]
The Basics of Using a Pre-Filled Cannabis Vape Cartridge
Vaping cannabis has recently gained a lot of popularity as an easy-to-use, possibly healthier alternative to smoking. If you’re curious about cannabis vape cartridges but aren’t quite sure how it all works, this article is for you. Here we will go over the basics of a vape cartridge so you can understand how they work […]
Medical Cannabis: How to Use Cannabis Oil
You’ve heard a lot about cannabis oil lately – and for good reason. It’s a great method for consuming cannabis with a long list of benefits, and a good option if you are new to medical cannabis or don’t like the idea of inhalation. Figuring out how to use cannabis oil can seem a little […]
Your Brain on Cannabis: Should You Be Worried?
There seem to be some conflicting ideas out there about how cannabis affects the brain. On the one hand, you have stereotypes that paint cannabis users as forgetful goofballs. On the other hand, you have scientific studies that report cannabis as having neuroprotective, brain-boosting abilities. So, how does cannabis use affect your brain? Let’s look […]
How Can Cannabis Treat Different Types of Pain?
One of the most common uses of medical cannabis is to treat different types of pain. Here, we’ll take a look at the fundamental types of pain and some of their root causes. We’ll also explore strains that can do a good job of soothing that pain. Types of Pain Pain is the holistic experience […]
Cannabis for Nausea: Can it Help You?
Cannabis is a great medical helper. In fact, it’s such a great aid that it’s even been called a “miracle drug.” While terms like that tend to oversell and miseducate—ironically resulting in more stigma—cannabis really can seem like a miracle. It’s been known to treat conditions all across the board, like glaucoma, arthritis, PTSD, and […]
Understanding Cannabis for Muscle Spasms and MS
Our muscles ought to be limber and pliable, but in many people, that’s unfortunately not the case. Muscle spasms and lack of spasticity are a problem for millions of people all over the world, making it painful and difficult to move; sometimes to the point of being completely debilitating. Luckily, we’ve got cannabis for muscle […]
What You Need to Know About Cannabis for Chronic Pain
If you or someone you love is dealing with chronic pain, you know how difficult it can be to find relief. While some patients choose to treat their chronic pain without drugs, most Americans rely on pain management medications like opioids. Even though many prescription pain medications work for short-term discomfort, they can be addictive […]
