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By John Malanca Cannabis Advocate and Educator

There is a stubborn stigma surrounding Cannabis and it no longer is simply that Cannabis has no merit or is an entrance drug, but that the non-intoxicating cannabinoid, CBD, is ALL you need for health, wellness, and other ailments which is not totally true.

While CBD is a wonderful, major cannabinoid and something I take daily, other cannabinoids...

By Angel Johansen - Certified Cannabis Educator

Amplifying Elderly Voices: Advocating for Personalized Care

Taking care of our seniors is something that touches all of us at some point. And you know what makes a real difference? Listening. It's like the secret ingredient. But sometimes, we all get so caught up in what we think we know, we forget that our elders have stories to share. Let's ta...

By: Shoshana Church, MPAS, PA-C, Certified Cannabis Educator, Coach and Aromatherapist

What Are Topical Cannabinoids?

First, let’s understand what cannabinoids are. Cannabinoids are compounds found in the Cannabis plant that interact with our body’s endocannabinoid system. These compounds can either be ingested or applied topically. The most well-known cannabinoid in the Cannabis plant is THC...

Hosted By: Debi Wimberley - Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter with Guest Shoshana Church

Join Debi and this month's guest editor, Shoshana Church, in an enlightening conversation that will inspire and empower you. These two incredible seniors, both vibrant at 67 years young, have embarked on a profound journey of personal transformation, evolving into certified Cannabis educators an...

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 promise in...

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 Cannabis for relief and s...

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 into their daily lives—are on t...

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!

A couple of questions came i...

Submitted by Leah W. from traveling the United States

I am 65 years old, born in Panama, lived in Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona cumulative 50 years, currently traveling the United States looking for my forever retirement home.

I went through nine years of lack of deep rem sleep with chronic and crippling pain

Dealing with complications of Arnold Chiari 1, severe osteoarthritis, osteoporo...

By John Malanca Cannabis Educator and Founder of the United Patients Group

Medical studies published in the world’s top medical journals have shown that cannabidiol (CBD) can be used to reduce the effects of cognitive decline caused by conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

Extensive human trials are still needed to determine how effective CBD is at managing some of these co...

By Andrea Meharg of Reveal Cannabis, Certified Cannabis Coach and Educator

Cannabis can be so helpful for many of the conditions that seniors suffer from: Arthritis, Neurodegenerative diseases, Pain, Depression, Cancer and the side effects of chemo/radiation, Insomnia, Low appetite, Glaucoma, Anxiety, fear, depression, Brittle bones and more. In this video, we'll discuss

• How to think abo...