A recent clinical trial conducted by Soroka University Medical Center and Israeli medical cannabis company Tikun Olam-Cannbit (TASE:TKUN) showed promising results, especially for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), reported the Jerusalem Post. Cannabis research is constantly reaching amazing new heights, with the latest study confirming what many of us already know… that marijuana use can minimize the need for other prescription drugs. Subscribe to […]
An article by Scientific American, which was published last year, discusses how medical professionals are engaging in the studies to learn more. “Pain is this four-letter word that can mean so many different things,” says Stanford University School of Medicine assistant professor of anesthesiology, perioperative and pain medicine, Vivianne Tawfik. “There’s a role for opioids,” she tells Scientific American. “There might end up being a prescribed role for psychedelics. The jury’s still out.”
A new study conducted by The Association of Military Surgeons of the United States looked at cannabis use amongst veterans. The researchers found that veterans with traumatic brain injury (TBI) use cannabis far more often. In conclusion, the study questioned the reason and also noted the option for non-cannabis treatments, disregarding the endocannabinoids system (ECS). […]
In some cases, cancer survivors still have to deal with chronic pain. It can be so persistent that finding relief may feel hopeless, and it can also affect your overall quality of life. CBD is an excellent alternative to opioids for finding relief from pain; studies show that its powerful anti-inflammatory responses provide amazing relief from many kinds of pain. In a 2018 study, researchers found out that CBD was effective for reducing pain associated with cancer as well as neuropathic problems and fibromyalgia.
While research and social stigma around cannabis are changing rapidly, a surprising force behind the shift is women and moms. Social media is full of the “wine mom” trope and memes about “wine o’clock” and such, but the reality is many are swapping wine for a joint or gummy to wind down and get some […]
Tim Leslie brings significant experience in both the cannabis industry and international growth and business development, including an extensive career at Amazon, to the organization. MIAMI & TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) (“Flora” or the “Company”), a leading all-outdoor cultivator and manufacturer of global cannabis products and brands, announced today the appointment of accomplished […]
They found that 73% of the participants either stopped or decreased their opioid intake after cannabis therapy. On top of that, 69% of patients who were taking benzodiazepines stopped or reduced their use. The participants also stated that pain severity decreased while reporting overall improvements in their mental and physical health, and improved quality of life.
The way in which cannabis affects the stomach has been argued over for some time. Some believe that weed is great for gut health while others believe it can cause a variety of problems