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Precautions & Adverse Effects of Cannabinoids

THC-containing products carry a risk of dependence and unpleasant withdrawal effects. Cessation of cannabis may precipitate cannabis withdrawal syndrome in up to 47% of regular users. Cannabis can impair reaction time, motor coordination, declarative memory, and visual perceptions, and can also produce panic reactions and other emotional disturbances. Continue reading

How Safe are Inhaled Cannabinoids?

A new lung disease linked to vaping was discovered in 2019. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) named the disease: “E-cigarette, or Vaping, Product use Associated Lung Injury (EVALI)”. It is not safe to smoke or vape marijuana or CBD. Continue reading

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