{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/health/","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_12348-markdown","title":"What is most effective product for sedation?","slug":"what-is-most-effective-product-for-sedation","content":"\"I am a 66 year old male, 170 lbs.  I have some health issues including essential hyperteinsion, depression, insomnia. I was diagnosed with MONO in 2016.\n\nFor the past 2 years I have tried medications that were either sleep meds or psychiatric meds to help with sedation.  Some helped for awhile, but my body eventually developed a tolerance.  In general, my tolerance for meds is LOW.\n\nCurrenly I am using a Dosist Sleep Pen at 9 PM and I do get high from 1 dose.  However, by 11 PM, I am still not sleepy at all.\n\nIn the past, I have tried 8:1 and 1:1 CBD Subliminal Tinctures, 18:1 CBD Gel Caps, PLUS Restore Gummies.  None have helped significantly with sedation.\n\nI do my best to be active and work my body.  I do not take any recreational drugs or use any alcohol.  I try to observe sleep hygiene and practice mindfulness.  \n\nMy general health is good.  My PCP examined me last fall.  My current meds include a statin, blood pressure, vitamins, and baby aspirin.  \n\nI am financially stable, have rich history of family and friends, am divorced since 2013.  I am working on lifestyle changes, but it is slow going.  Since 2005 I worked with seniors  in Senior Communities. I have been working on a spiritual practice, recently learning what Ananda has to offer.\n\nAny comments or suggestions are much appreciated.\"\n_____________________\nLook at the strain of cannabis you are using as well.  You should try to aim for an indica strain which has a more of a sedating and relaxing effect.  Sativa is more energizing and better used in the day time.  You should look for a product that has a mid to high range THC (if no contraindications) and I would advise you dose in an oil form as the effect will last longer but of course the onset is much slower than inhalation.  Follow sleep hygiene rules and you don't want to develop a sleep dependency issue with any sleep agents, and lastlly I would advise that you consider a referral for a sleep study from your primary care provider.  \n\nAmyT","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_12064-markdown","title":"What does high CBD mean for my health, I have joint pain.","slug":"what-does-high-cbd-mean-for-my-health-i-have-joint-pain","content":"\n_____________________\nHello,\nSeveral studies suggest that cannabis can help alleviate the pain of arthritis. And while cannabis research has historically focused  on THC, synthetic cannabinoids, or our own naturally occurring   cannabinoids, there is an evergrowing body of  research regarding the potential medicinal benefits of CBD.\n\nIn  a study with performed on mice with artificially induced arthritis, researchers concluded that \"CBD, through its combined immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory actions, has a potent anti-arthritic effect\" which may even \"block the   progression of arthritis.\"\nhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10920191\n\nResearchers in a different study concluded that \"topical CBD application  has therapeutic potential for relief of arthritis  pain and  inflammation\"\nhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4851925/\n\n\ndrkim\n_____________________\nHello there!\nTHC  temporarily increases blood pressure and heart rate,  so it should be  taken cautiously if you have significant  cardiovascular risk factors.\nHowever,  studies suggest that prolonged administration of THC, in both humans  and  experimental  animals, lowers both blood   pressure and heart  rate. Animal studies suggest that this may be due to   a reduction in  adrenergic tone, which is also how beta-blockers, such   as metoprolol, work as anti-hypertensives. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2228270/#R\n\nAlso,  a study published last year found that a 600mg dose of CBD reduced   blood  pressure while resting, as well as when under physical or mental    stress.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5470879/#B7\n\nWhile  there are no clinical studies addressing the dosing of cannabis for  hypertension, I would likely recommend a high CBD vs low THC containing  product, such as a 20:1 edible, oil or spray -- dosing of 10mg of CBD  three times per day. You should keep a log to see if the addition of the  CBD:THC has had a positive effect on your blood pressure. \nHope this helps!\n\n\n\ndrkim\n_____________________\nHi there!\n CBD, through it's combined immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory actions, has a potent anti-arthritic effect which may even block the progression of arthritis.\nhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10920191\nAlso, a very recently published study concluded that \"topical CBD  application   has therapeutic potential for relief of arthritis  pain-related   behaviors and inflammation without evident side-effects.\" \nhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4851925/\nPerhaps most interesting, human synovial fluid (fluid in the joints  which  reduces friction) from osteoarthritis and rheumatoid joints  -- but not  from healthy joints -- contained the endocannabinoids  2-ag and   anandamine, which suggests that endocannabinoids are produced at the site of tissue injury to reduce inflammation. \nhttps://arthritis-research.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/ar2401\n\ndrkim\n_____________________\nOne of CBD's defining therapuetic qualities is that it reduces inflammation. You can read more here: https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5abeac04f24d1300077ccbae/how-cannabis-can-help-ease-arthritis-pain-and-inflammation\n\nKevin P.","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11902-markdown","title":"What are the medical or health benefits of CBD and is it worth trying?","slug":"what-are-the-medical-or-health-benefits-of-cbd-and-is-it-worth-trying","content":"\"I live in a state where marijuana is not legal. I want to try CBD and have heard that CBD from the hemp plant may be able to help me.\"\n_____________________\nFortunately, hemp derived CBD is legal not regulated the same was as cannabis, making it legal to purchase in most states throughout the US. While the hemp plant does not contain the same CBD levels as the cannabis plant, it does have trace amounts of CBD that can be beneficial, in addition to other compounds like Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin E, and other nutritional benefits that can be great for your health and wellness. \n\nnsavelli","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11898-markdown","title":"How do I find a product that is safe to use and works well? What do I look for?","slug":"how-do-i-find-a-product-that-is-safe-to-use-and-works-well-what-do-i-look-for","content":"\"There area a lot of cannabis hemp products for sale that have CBD and claim to have many medical and health benefits. I need help finding the right ones.\"\n_____________________\nYes there are quite a lot of hemp products out there, and it can be overwhelming trying to find one that works for you! There are certain things you will want to be aware of before buying hemp derived CBD products. The first would be to always try to find the country of origin, and the type of farm that harvested the hemp. There are many hemp products claiming to be medically beneficial, but they contain industrially grown hemp from China, or other unsafe grows.\nIn addition, you also want to look for products that are lab tested, so you can see exactly what is in the product, whether it is the CBD percentage or that it is free from pesticides. You also want to make sure that the company is transparent, and is able to answer any questions you may have.\n\nnsavelli","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9221-markdown","title":"What is your biggest fear about cannabis?","slug":"what-is-your-biggest-fear-about-cannabis","content":"\"What keeps you from (or kept you from) trying cannabis for your health?\"\n_____________________\nHi there! \n\nThe one scare-tactic that worked to delay me from trying cannabis was the urban legend that \"weed is a gateway drug!\" The very suggestion that if you smoke a joint, you are going to want to try other \"harder\" drugs, was enough to keep me off of cannabis most of my life. \n\nI can honestly say, after years and years of consuming cannabis, I have no desire to try any other drugs. If anything, cannabis helped me ween myself off of pharmaceuticals I was receiving for pain and anxiety! I can use cannabis and I don't have to worry about debilitating side effects, and edibles taste WAY better than any ibuprofen or diazepam I've ever had! \n\nVeronicaB","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8798-markdown","title":"I am in Georgia are there any products allowed for people who live in my State with health issues?","slug":"i-am-in-georgia-are-there-any-products-allowed-for-people-who-live-in-my-state-with-health-issues","content":"\n_____________________\nHello. Looks like Georgia's medical cannabis laws are pretty strict. You only qualify if you have one of 15 qualifying health conditions (just expanded from nine) and I believe you can only consume cannabis oil, no other forms of the plant. Looks like you also need to register with the state and prove that you have an ongoing relationship with your doctor to get approved. Here's a link with some general info to get you started.  Hope this helps! \n\ngabriella","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8538-markdown","title":"What is the best overall product for health and wellness that I would recommend?","slug":"what-is-the-best-overall-product-for-health-and-wellness-that-i-would-recommend","content":"\"A CBD:THC ratio of 20:1 tincture used twice daily\"\n_____________________\nThe best overall product for health and wellness would definately be a plant based diet, and daily excercise. If we would all take that one, disease would drop dramatically. Read Eat to Live by Dr Joel Furman. https://www.drfuhrman.com/shop/products/82/eat-to-liveaudio-book?sel=138&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlpDQBRDmARIsAAW6-DPzbnOo9V9wfTapYcaLj6DbG6uOxNx5XceqMGsIPGarTs8-GmiXuzUaAvYCEALw_wcB\n\nmark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8213-markdown","title":"Does anyone have a recommendation for a psychiatrist that supports cannabis use to treat mental health issues?","slug":"does-anyone-have-a-recommendation-for-a-psychiatrist-that-supports-cannabis-use-to-treat-mental-health-issues","content":"\n_____________________\nPlease let us know your state of residence and for which mental health issue you are intending to use medical marijuana.  Thanks\n\nNP Joshua","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8183-markdown","title":"vascular health CBD","slug":"vascular-health-cbd","content":"","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8098-markdown","title":"I have cirrhosis of the liver, can I still use CBD safely?","slug":"i-have-cirrhosis-of-the-liver-can-i-still-use-cbd-safely","content":"\n_____________________\nI would recommend a CBD:THC ratio of 20:1 tincture used sublingual twice daily every day as this is known to decrease chronic inflammation without making you \"high\".\n\ndrb","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7805-markdown","title":"Does cannabis negatively effect a man's sexual health?","slug":"does-cannabis-negatively-effect-a-mans-sexual-health","content":"\n_____________________\nStudies show that cannabis can negatively affect a man sexual health. A study done by the Reproductive Biology Research Foundation and the Missouri Clinical and Biochemical Laboratory found that marijuana does have an impact on testosterone production. Another study done by Harvard Medical School-McLean Hospital found that marijuana did have an effect on testosterone but not a significant one. Keep in mind that these studies were done in cases where marijuana was used for recreational purposes.  Individuals using for medical purposes may not experience these same effects. More research needs to be done.\n\nhelenanp","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10500-markdown","title":"Can using medical marijuana risk my Veterans health care benefits?","slug":"can-using-medical-marijuana-risk-my-veterans-health-care-benefits","content":"\n_____________________\nAccording to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs official website: \"Veterans who participate in state-approved medical marijuana programs will not be denied access to VA healthcare. The use or possession of marijuana is prohibited at all VA medical centers, locations and grounds. Veterans who are VA employees are subject to drug testing under the terms of employment.\". For more information on the VA and Medical Marijuana visit: https://www.publichealth.va.gov/medical-marijuana.asp\n\ntatiananp","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":0,"numPages":2,"currentPage":1,"id":5326,"name":"Health","slug":"health","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}