The Endocannabinoid System, or the ECS, is a complex system found in every single human body. The ECS plays a role in regulating many different physiological processes such as mood, appetite, pain, and sleep. In this post, we’ll explain what the ECS is, how it works, and why it’s important for our health. What is […]
NATCHEZ MISSISSIPPI – The Healing Clinics celebrated the opening of their first clinic in Mississippi with a ribbon cutting and open house on March 10th, 2023. The clinic, located at 151 Jeff Davis Blvd. Suite B in Natchez Mississippi, will provide evaluations for those interested in adding medical marijuana to their treatment plan. Lyn Fortenbery […]
It’s no secret that the medical marijuana program in Louisiana can seem a bit convoluted and even overwhelming to new patients. With the legalization of medical marijuana in Louisiana, more and more people are turning to cannabis as a form of natural medicine. To make being a patient in the program a little easier, here’s […]
Have you ever heard of a “runners high”? Those who have experienced it say it not only increases positive mood and feelings of endurance but it also reduces anxiety and pain. You may have personally experienced it. What you might not know is that the endocannabinoid system is involved in all those “natural highs” that […]
Prescription drugs in older adults can be problematic in some cases. Physicians might be hesitant to prescribe certain drugs for adults 65 or older because of the side effects they might cause. Some medications can cause confusion, low blood pressure, and falls while others can cause dry mouth and blurry vision. Even some over-the-counter medications […]
Who doesn’t love a good mnemonic? Just in case you’re wondering, a mnemonic is a nifty little tool for memorizing things. You can use mnemonics to remember lists, how to spell certain words, or even the order of things. You may already be familiar with some common mnemonics. When you were in elementary school, your […]
2022 saw exciting changes to Louisiana’s medical marijuana program. The biggest change was the addition of ‘flower’ to the products available for patients who are approved for medical marijuana! The Healing Clinics, LLC is so grateful to all of our supporters and patients for making 2022 successful! As a result, we passed on the savings […]
People who are interested in using medical marijuana to treat chronic conditions have a lot of questions. The United States spent the years between 1937 and 1996 hammering into the heads of Americans what a frightening and dangerous drug marijuana was. It wasn’t until 1996, when California legalized marijuana that it finally started down the […]
There are a lot of good things happening with the Louisiana medical marijuana program. The Legislature listened to patient input and made a comprehensive overhaul of the medical marijuana laws to address many of the known problems holding back the program and limiting patient access. Patients will have greater access to healthcare providers through the […]
Marijuana, cannabis, CBD, and hemp are terms that are often used interchangeably. However, though similar, they mean different things. The basic difference between marijuana, CBD, and hemp is the amount of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) each contains. THC is the cannabinoid or component that gives marijuana its psychoactive component. What is marijuana? Marijuana is the plant under […]
