Cannabinol tinctures have been gaining popularity for their sleep-inducing effects. Just a few drops of CBN can lead to catching a whole lot of Z’s. But many patients may be unfamiliar with what CBN is, where it comes from, and what other properties it has. You may also be wondering how CBN is different from […]
Can Cannabis Help Treat or Prevent Diabetes?
Diabetes affects 37.3 million Americans, and 96 million over 18 years old have pre-diabetes. Of note, diabetes isn’t just one medical condition. Rather, there are several different types of diabetic conditions. Type 1 and type 2 diabetes are arguably the most well-known. Most individuals (90%) with diabetes are diagnosed with type 2. Meanwhile, about 5-10% […]
Can Cannabis Help Lower Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure allows physicians to measure the amount of force blood exerts against the inner walls of your blood vessels. It’s regulated by your body’s homeostatic mechanisms to ensure the pressure doesn’t become too high or too low. When blood pressure becomes abnormal, it’s either too high (hypertension) or too low (hypotension). Individuals with blood […]
How Cannabis Affects Your Metabolism
Your endocannabinoid system is active regardless of your cannabis use. One of the chief functions of the ECS is to regulate energy metabolism as part of its many homeostatic functions. Although cannabis is known for giving the “munchies,” cannabis use is associated with lower body mass index (BMI). So, what’s going on here? Does cannabis […]
Cannabis & Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a chronic health condition that causes the inner lining of the uterus to grow outside of the uterus. The primary manifestations of endometriosis include chronic pelvic pain and infertility. The condition is also known to cause extreme pain during menstruation and bowel movements. Over the years, various cannabis-infused menstrual products have popped up […]
Pediatric Cannabis Patients
Although there are concerns regarding the ethics and developmental impact of cannabis use in children, there are special cases in which a child may be advised to use cannabis by their doctor. These cases have been observed among children with conditions that severely impact their quality of life. As a parent, you may find yourself […]