THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis, has been found to help ease a variety of symptoms associated with medical conditions. Some of the most common symptoms that THC can alleviate include:1. **Chronic Pain** – THC is widely used for pain management, especially in conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, and multiple sclerosis.2. **Nausea and Vomiting** – Often used to counteract nausea and vomiting, particularly in patients undergoing chemotherapy.3....

A study published in *JAMA Network Open* found that marijuana legalization, both for medical and recreational use, is linked to a reduction in benzodiazepine prescriptions. Researchers from Georgia Tech and the University of Georgia discovered a 12.4% decline in benzodiazepine use after medical cannabis laws and a 15.2% decline with adult-use legalization. While the study also noted slight increases in antidepressant and antipsychotic prescriptions, the researchers highlighted cannabis as a...

Fibromyalgia is a complex condition characterized by chronic pain, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. While conventional treatments have proven ineffective for many patients, a growing body of research suggests that medical marijuana may offer relief for those suffering from fibromyalgia and similar conditions. A recent study published in the *Journal of Alternative Complementary and Integrative Medicine* has highlighted the potential benefits of cannabis for fibromyalgia patients. In this case...

A first-ever human clinical trial on cannabigerol (CBG), a lesser-known cannabinoid, found it significantly improves memory and reduces anxiety and stress without causing intoxication or impairment. Conducted by researchers at Washington State University (WSU) and UCLA and published in *Scientific Reports*, the study involved 34 participants taking either 20mg of CBG or a placebo. Those who took CBG reported a 26.5% reduction in anxiety and improved verbal memory compared to the placebo group....

A recent FDA-regulated study has shown that cannabis with higher THC levels can be beneficial for treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in veterans. Published in March in the journal *PLOS ONE*, the study, conducted by the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), was the first randomized, placebo-controlled trial comparing different THC and CBD ratios for PTSD treatment. The study found significant symptom improvement among patients using cannabis blends with 9%...

A new study has uncovered a "cannabis paradox," where marijuana users hospitalized after heart attacks appeared to have better outcomes than non-users, despite concerns about cannabis's potential negative impact on heart health. The research analyzed data from 2001 to 2020 and found that cannabis users had lower risks of complications and in-hospital mortality following heart attacks. Researchers noted that the paradox might be partly explained by the younger age of cannabis users and possible...

Struggling to Sleep? If you’ve ever tossed and turned all night, staring at the ceiling, you know how frustrating insomnia can be. Whether it’s stress, anxiety, pain, or just an overactive mind, not getting enough sleep can take a serious toll on your health and well-being. If you’re looking for a natural remedy, cannabis might be the solution you need. Why Cannabis for Sleep? Cannabis has been used for centuries as a sleep aid, and modern research is backing up what people have known for a...

It's always a joy to have great friends to hang out with regularly. Sometimes, though, those social gatherings can get a bit overwhelming. Take "B," a 43-year-old from Atlanta, for instance. B loved enjoying Champagne with friends on a Sunday patio, but those occasional indulgences started to become a bit too frequent, especially during the pandemic. "I felt like I should have invested in box wine," B said. Now, B has ditched alcohol and turned to marijuana gummies for a relaxing buzz instead....

A new federally funded study into the effects of cannabis terpenes suggests that the compounds could be “potential therapeutics for chronic neuropathic pain,” finding that an injected dose of the compounds produced a “roughly equal” reduction in pain markers when compared to a smaller dose of morphine. Terpenes also appeared to enhance the efficacy of morphine when given in combination. Unlike with morphine, however, none of the studied terpenes produced a meaningful reward response, the...

For veterans diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and looking for alternative ways to treat it, the first FDA-regulated study on the benefits of smoked cannabis yielded favorable results this year. In a placebo-controlled, double-blind study published on March 17 in PLOS ONE, the peer-reviewed journal specified levels of improvement among participants using smoked cannabis blends with a 9 percent THC concentration. The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies...