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 […]
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition in the United States. According to an analysis of Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey, nearly 4 in 10 (39.3%) adults reported symptoms of anxiety or depression in February 2021. The data also shows that young adults are more likely than adults of any other age group […]
Cannabis and opioid addiction has been the focus of many patient polls back to when marijuana first started to be legalized in the United States. Surveys have emerged regarding how patients have responded to the addition of marijuana. Among the most important are the surveys of patients who were taking opioids when they added marijuana […]
Cannabis may help in psoriasis treatment and other skin conditions that include inflammation, according to recent research. According to the National Psoriasis Foundation, the condition affects more than three percent of the adult population in the United States, or 7.5 million people. What is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is an immune-mediated disease that causes inflammation in the […]
A growing amount of professional sports players across various disciplines like soccer, cycling, and marathon running are embracing the use of cannabis to alleviate pain caused by injuries and facilitate the healing process. Previously, the anecdotal evidence around the potential benefits of cannabis was substantial, however, empirical evidence was lacking. Today, a groundbreaking clinical trial […]
Medical marijuana, also known as medical cannabis, has gained significant attention in recent years due to its potential therapeutic benefits in various areas of healthcare, including mental health. While research on the topic is ongoing and there is still much to learn, there is growing evidence to suggest that medical marijuana may have a role […]
Cancer remains a major challenge for modern medicine, with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) being a particularly aggressive form of blood cancer. While conventional treatments like chemotherapy and radiation therapy have been the standard approach in combating AML, recent studies have revealed the potential of cannabis as a natural, complementary therapy in treating this condition. This […]
Medical marijuana, also known as therapeutic cannabis, has gained recognition for its potential therapeutic benefits in managing various neurological disorders. Neurological disorders refer to conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system that lead to impaired function and, often, chronic symptoms. While the research on medical marijuana and neurological disorders is still evolving, […]
Multiple studies have shown that the Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) found in cannabis can help with symptoms associated with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). A recent study from Wayne State University produced the same results. It showed that with the addition of THC, those with PTSD showed improvements in emotional dysregulation, especially when combined with cognitive reappraisal […]
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 […]
