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Retail Cannabinoids: What’s in These Products?
Over-the-counter products might not contain what is listed on the label. CBD products may also contain THC in amounts higher than listed on the label. Cannabinoid products might also contain contaminants such as pesticides, heavy metals, or fungi. Some companies provide consumers with independent analysis of what’s in their products. Continue reading
How Safe are Cannabinoids?
While CBD “seems to be well tolerated” when taken orally with serious side effects being rare, the scientific literature does not speak with one voice on the safety of THC, taken either alone or in combination with CBD. About one out of five people may experience side effects of combination-products. Continue reading
Cannabinoids: Depression & Inflammation
Compounds in cannabis have anti-inflammatory properties which might lead one to reach for cannabis products high in the anti-inflammatory constituents. But those using cannabinoids for anxiety and depression run the risk of making things worse. Continue reading
Are cannabinoids effective for anxiety?
There’s not enough evidence to conclude that cannabinoid mixtures containing both CBD and THC are effective for the range of anxiety disorders. But the research for CBD and social anxiety is rising. The risks rise with any cannabinoid product containing THC as its dose rises. Continue reading
Are cannabinoids effective for sleep?
Certain cannabinoids might help people with sleep problems, but the question is do the possible benefits outweigh the known risks? Continue reading
Cannabinoids: Anxiety, Depression & Sleep
Cannabinoids are naturally occurring constituents in the cannabis plant, also known as marijuana. There are over 100 types of cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant—delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) are two major cannabinoids. Research on the potential clinical uses of cannabinoids for anxiety, depression and insomnia is ongoing. Continue reading
Nutrition for Making the Most of Natural Melatonin
The most potent way to get the sleep-promoting benefits of melatonin is to not to buy it off a store shelf. Natural melatonin is made in the body from food. All melatonin production is driven by key dietary nutrients, especially tryptophan found in foods like turkey, eggs and bananas. Continue reading
Some Side Effects & Adverse Effects of Melatonin
Incorrect use of melatonin can cause irregular sleep-wake cycles. Melatonin has been linked to increased risk of fractures. It can impair balance, increasing risk of falls. No difference was found in the incidence of long-term side effects between melatonin and inert placebo, studies showed. High doses might worsen depression. Continue reading
Risks Associated with Purity & Potency of Melatonin Supplements
Some studies have found lot-to-lot variability of 465%, with some supplements containing five to six times more melatonin than that listed on the label. Some supplements contained no melatonin and others were contaminated with the dangerous melatonin precursor, serotonin. Rarely, melatonin in supplements comes from the brains of animals. Continue reading
Melatonin: Some Drug interactions & Precautions
Here’s a list of some of the drugs and supplements with which melatonin may interact. It is not an exhaustive list. There are also precautions including not taking melatonin before driving. Continue reading
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