The broad answer is “quite often,” but there are significant factors that come into play. Not all cannabis will help you sleep, and not all combinations of cannabinoids will help with your insomnia. But if you choose wisely and under the guidance of a physician or pharmacist, you may be able to get a good […]
If you’ve done much research on cannabis, you’ve probably run across a reference to the endocannabinoid system. Or, if you’ve never heard of it before reading this sentence, this is the reference for you. In this article, we’ll explain the endocannabinoid system (ECS), what it does, and a little background on how it was discovered. […]
The Healing Clinics Patient Portal is a HIPAA-compliant, secure platform used by clients to manage various aspects of their care with their practitioner. It provides a convenient way to view upcoming appointments, request new appointments (via chat), complete paperwork, make payments, securely communicate with your practitioner, and access your documents, including a copy of your recommendation […]
As medical marijuana becomes more widely accepted, many patients wonder how it compares to traditional and over-the-counter medications. Whether you’re managing chronic pain, anxiety, or nausea, understanding the differences may help you make an informed decision about your treatment options. How Medical Marijuana Works Medical marijuana contains cannabinoids like THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol), which […]
You can never have too much of a good thing, or so the saying goes. But the truth is, unless the crafter of this adage was referring to love or money, even good things in excess can go bad pretty quickly. THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol which is the primary psychoactive compound found in cannabis plants, is […]
If you’re planning to travel over the holidays, here are some handy tips in how to become a visiting patient in Arkansas or Mississippi. If you’re planning on visiting Louisiana, you can get a visitor’s pass from The Healing Clinics for as little as seven days for a reduced price. So, if you’re planning on […]
There are several myths of marijuana and misconceptions surrounding marijuana, many of which can lead to misunderstandings about its effects, risks, and benefits. Here are some common myths associated with marijuana: Myth 1: Marijuana is Completely Harmless Reality: While marijuana has therapeutic benefits and is less harmful than some other substances, it is not entirely […]
There are a number of studies focused on medical marijuana and its effects on neurodegenerative disorders that have produced promising results. Neurodegenerative disorders can include Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders, Huntington’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease, among others. What are Neurodegenerative Disorders? Neurodegenerative disorders (NDs) involve the gradual damage and destruction of nerve cells in […]
Over the past ten years, more than 32,000 scientific papers on marijuana have been published according to data reported by NORML, a marijuana advocacy group. Of those, over 4,000 were published in 2023. Further, PubMed, a free resource supporting the search and retrieval of biomedical and life sciences literature, now cites over 45,900 scientific papers […]
Neurological conditions in Americans are on the rise. The average age of the U.S. Citizen has been projected to be about 76.4 years of age. A century ago it was 54. People born in the U.S. today can expect to live to an average age of about 79. A century ago, life expectancy was closer […]
