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By: Alex Mitchell, Integrative Life and Cannabis Coach
One aspect of life that unites us all is the process of aging. Whether your biology is that of a female or a male, this beautiful journey can come with its own set of changes and adjustments. During this transformative time, some seek alternative approaches to support our well-being and health. Cannabis as a supplement has shown...
By: Maureen Dube-Savage MS RD, Registered Dietitian, Holistic Cannabis Educator
The plant Cannabis and the system in our body called the ECS, or Endocannabinoid System, works to support our mind and body’s balance. This discovery in the late 80s of a new physiological system working at the cell level, supporting all other known systems, has drawn much needed...
By J'Ne Clapper Certified Medical Cannabis Wellness Advisor
Our Senior issue is geared towards… you guessed it… seniors! This stage of life most likely also involves increasingly more involvement from a close relative or friend for additional needs. The CDC (1) estimates 24.4% of adults aged 45 to 64 years are caregivers, and 18.8% of adults aged 65 years and older. So...
Submitted by Shoshana C. from Southern Illinois
67 is the new 47! I am Shoshana from Southern Illinois (350 miles south of Chicago in the Shawnee Hills).
I went into peri-menopause at 36
And struggled for years with PMS and terrible mood swings, food cravings, and the dreaded hot flashes. I was on several types of antidepressants which were no help at all and made me...
Submitted by Amy W. from South Florida
I am Amy 75 years old from Deerfield Beach, Florida, using CBD for over a year with continuing benefits.
I had been dealing with disabling leg pain for over two years
It suddenly disrupted every aspect of my life; I couldn’t even get a restful night’s sleep,
Struggling with alarming heaviness in my legs, I suffered from...
Dr. Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. Discusses:
The crucial aspect of using Cannabis as medicine. How to benefit from its therapeutic properties without constantly feeling high. While the primary compound in cannabis is THC, known for its intoxicating effects, there are alternative methods to achieve medicinal benefits. We explore various options, starting with smoking or vaping Cannabis...
The Healer Cannabis and Dementia webinar includes the latest research and case studies of patients successfully using Cannabis and hemp to help with dementia challenges such as agitation, wandering, aggressive behaviors, poor nutrition, pain, sleep and even cognitive abilities. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical strategies from leading...
By: Terese Bowros Cannabis Wellness Coach, Educator, and Public Speaker
Seniors over 65 years of age are one of the fastest-growing segments of Cannabis consumers in Canada and the United States. In Canada, Cannabis use among seniors has grown tenfold between 2012 and 2019 and twofold between 2015 and 2018 in the United States.
Studies show seniors are reaching to...
By: Shoshana Church, MPAS, PA-C, Certified Cannabis Educator, Coach and Aromatherapist
As the stereotype of cannabis users shifts away from young adults and teens towards a more diverse representation, it's important to look at how this market is affecting seniors in particular. The ‘Cannaboomers’ — those aged 50 and over who are actively incorporating cannabis...
Submitted by Tricia Mills from Oahu, Hawaii
I am 67 years old. I live on the island of Oahu in the state of Hawaii. On March 6, 1990, I checked myself into a women’s treatment center for alcoholism and drug addiction. I have been dealing with migraines ever since.
Pain, arthritis, and migraines
Having used cannabis since 2010, the symptoms of piercing pain on one side or the...
By Jay Jay O'Brien
Certified Cannabis Wellness Coach and Educator
According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the average age of individuals diagnosed with cancer is 66 years old. That means that about half of all cancer cases diagnosed are in people 66 years of age or older, and the risk continues to increase with age. (1) (2)
There is already a great risk. The statistics state...
By Joyce McNeely aka "Mrs. Green" - Cannabis Educator
Hello and welcome to Mrs. Green’s Q&A. I take Cannabis questions from curious folks like you and answer them. Starting out on my own Cannabis journey, I had a lot of questions. I hope that answering some of your most burning questions here will help you along your journey as well. Come along! Let’s get started!
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