Marijuana
Has teen marijuana use gone up in legal states since legalization?
Teen marijuana use does not appear to be increasing in states that have legalized marijuana. A federal study in all 50 states showed that overall, …
After hip surgery I have intense nerve pain down my leg. High THC exacerbates the pain. I want a solution.
"I want to use marijuana instead of narcotics but I am very sensitive to THC. It often makes pain worse and causes anxiety for me. …
Many state marijuana laws seem absurd. What is the argument for a regulated marijuana market?
"Law makers seem to consistently get it wrong. Why should we want regulation or believe that government will do the right thing?" Arguments for state …
Are marijuana products that claim to be organic really organic?
Maybe, maybe not! It turns out that "certified organic" products are regulated federally; since marijuana is still illegal at the federal level, that means growers …
I have sciatic-ish nerve pain. Can medical marijuana help?
"I had a fall 10 months ago and have had sciatic like nerve pain that is intolerable. Can medical marijuana help? i heard that the …
I see marijuana recipes everywhere. How do I calculate the dosage of THC in my recipe?
This is a great question. You should start by calculating the intended dosage per serving. A good rule of thumb would be to aim at …
Is marijuana physically addictive in the same way alcohol or hard drugs are?
An addiction is a medical condition that is characterized by compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli, despite adverse consequences. Any behavior, activity or stimulus can become …
What are the standard by which marijuana products are lab tested?
A variety of tests are available. In general, testing is most reliable from an independent laboratory that has also been certified by a 3rd party …
I'm confused an would like to know a doctor's opinion. Is schizophrenia somehow linked to cannabis use?
"I have heard that using marijuana can cause schizophrenia and i have heard the opposite. Is there any new or reputable research that shows the …
I Have Ulcerative Colitis. Can Marijuana Help?
As you may know, there are a large number of products on the market. For your colitis, I would start you on a CBD tincture …
I have Lupus and have multiple prescription medications, all that cause side effects, can marijuana help?
"Each prescription medicine causes another side effect which the doctor gives me another prescription for. What could marijuana do to help me if anything?" Very …
Can internal or external cannabis help me with chronic psoriasis?
"I have tried all sorts of medicines but have never tried marijuana for this." Both internal and external cannabis should help with chronic psoriasis and …