Study – why do people use cannabis during pregnancy?

By |2021-12-21T19:45:30+00:0021 December 2021|

Mums-to-be use cannabis to manage pregnancy-related symptoms and a range of pre-existing conditions, according to a new study. New research, published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) has found that people who use cannabis during pregnancy and lactation, do so to manage pregnancy-related symptoms and pre-existing [...]

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Global wellness brand Elixinol joins British Cannabis portfolio

By |2021-12-21T19:45:13+00:0021 December 2021|

Global CBD and wellness brand, Elixinol, has entered an exclusive agreement which will see the firm ‘powered by British Cannabis’ in the UK market. British Cannabis, has announced that it has entered into an exclusive agreement with Elixinol Wellness Limited to sell CBD products across the [...]

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New MHRA guidance on real-world data a “step in the right direction”

By |2021-12-21T19:45:00+00:0021 December 2021|

New guidance published by the MHRA, which appears to recognise the value of real-world evidence in clinical trials, has been welcomed as a step in the right direction. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has published new guidance for researchers hoping to use real-world [...]

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Why cannabis could play a vital role in women’s health

By |2021-12-21T19:44:29+00:0021 December 2021|

Millions of women in the UK are living with debilitating physical and mental health symptoms, many of which could be helped by medical cannabis. It’s no secret that the current medical system has generally failed women. Last year a Government inquiry uncovered that serious medical conditions [...]

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“I feel like we have been abandoned” – the impact of being a carer during Covid-19

By |2021-12-19T21:32:49+00:0019 December 2021|

Cannabis activist, Green Tea, speaks to Cannabis Health about caring for her husband during the pandemic and why the Irish system needs to change. Covid-19 has had an effect on all of us. However, one group feeling the effects of lockdowns and restrictions the most, are [...]

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Is cannabis more effective at improving mood than antidepressants?

By |2021-12-19T21:32:19+00:0019 December 2021|

Data from Project Twenty21 (T21) shows that cannabis may be more effective at improving mood than some antidepressants, in patients experiencing major depression. Preliminary findings from the observational study show that prescribed cannabis can help improve mood and alleviate depression. Although cannabis is not widely prescribed [...]

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Rebel wines CBD infused wines make the perfect gift this Christmas

By |2021-12-19T21:31:58+00:0019 December 2021|

Rebel Wine share the benefits of their CBD infused wine and how it makes the perfect festive drink, or present, for your loved ones. Looking for the ultimate 2021 Christmas present, or any present for that matter? Gift tubes, of CBD infused wine, are just the [...]

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Dutch cannabis cafes see business boom during pandemic

By |2021-12-19T21:31:31+00:0019 December 2021|

Dutch coffee shops say lockdown resulted in a boost in business, as consumers worried about  access to cannabis, with many citing poor mental health. A new survey reveals that 90 per cent of Dutch cannabis users are consuming at least as much or more, since the [...]

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How to practice winter wellness using CBD skincare

By |2021-12-15T17:32:58+00:0015 December 2021|

Are you looking to beat the winter blues and get radiant looking skin this winter? Element CBD explains how to boost your skincare routine with plant-based products. We all seek a flawless winter complexion but, as the nights draw in, we tend to find ourselves donning [...]

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CBD Guides: Could CBD help with Bipolar Disorder?

By |2021-12-15T17:31:47+00:0015 December 2021|

We examine if CBD could have health benefits for those living with bipolar disorder and what is the best way to take it. It is thought that one in every 50 people have bipolar disorder in the UK. That is an estimated 1.3 billion people with [...]

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Medterra: What is CBC and how can it boost our health?

By |2021-12-15T17:31:14+00:0015 December 2021|

Medterra takes an in-depth look at the pharmacology of CBC and how it could supercharge your health. CBD’s popularity has been booming for over four years now and is becoming more mainstream by the day. From CBD products hitting shelves of major pharmacy chains to professional [...]

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68% of IBD patients saw improvements with cannabis – study

By |2021-12-15T17:30:35+00:0015 December 2021|

A study revealed that more than a quarter of patients who were diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) use cannabis therapeutically. The researchers associated with the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine studied IBD patients about their use of medical cannabis. Medical cannabis was made [...]

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Study on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) identifies cannabis-responsive biomarkers in children

By |2021-12-15T17:29:55+00:0015 December 2021|

Cannformatics has announced results from their study on autism spectrum disorder that identifies cannabis-responsive biomarkers in children. This is the first study to examine the saliva of children who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) treated with different cannabis or CBD products. The study establishes cannabis-response biomarkers [...]

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A brand to watch: The Trojan Hemp Co. is shaking up the CBD industry

By |2021-12-10T11:59:14+00:0010 December 2021|

Trojan Hemp Co. founders Stephen Mullins and Hattie Flawn-Powell explain how they have created an innovative Irish CBD brand. The Trojan Hemp Co. is a new and innovative CBD brand.  This Irish company is unlike any other CBD brand you’ve heard of. Trojan Hemp Co. started [...]

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‘Milestone’ as first cancer patients treated with medical cannabis formulations

By |2021-12-10T11:59:04+00:0010 December 2021|

The first patients have begun treatment with medical cannabis formulations, which were found to be effective in killing cancer cells. Apollon Formularies announced that its International Cancer and Chronic Pain Institute is now open and has welcomed the first cancer patients to be treated with the [...]

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Mendy: Aching muscles, sore joints and injuries all suck – but we can help

By |2021-12-10T11:58:11+00:0010 December 2021|

Initially launched in 2019 and recently rebranded, Mendy has steadily grown over the years to become one of the UK’s most popular CBD and supplement brands, amongst those that lead an active lifestyle. Mendy aims to inspire its athletic customer base to push boundaries, constantly improve [...]

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New CBD nasal spray to target seizures in epilepsy

By |2021-12-10T11:57:48+00:0010 December 2021|

A new CBD nasal spray is in development, with the aim of reducing seizures in children and adults living with epilepsy. Virpax Pharmaceuticals has acquired the right to use new technology to develop a nasal spray, VRP324, for epilepsy management. The product will be the first [...]

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HUGE Gorilla: A healthy outside starts from the inside

By |2021-12-10T11:57:17+00:0010 December 2021|

HUGE Gorilla explains why a healthy outside starts from the inside especially when it comes to sports nutrition and busy lifestyles. HUGE Gorilla is quickly establishing itself as a market-leading brand for health and sports nutrition on the go. The best tasting all-natural plant-based vegan fitness [...]

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Medical cannabis access bill set for second reading in Parliament

By |2021-12-10T11:57:00+00:0010 December 2021|

A new bill, which could see GPs permitted to prescribe medical cannabis, will have its second reading in the House of Commons this week. The Medical Cannabis (Access) Bill, which aims to improve access to cannabis products for medical purposes, will have its second reading in [...]

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Fibromyalgia and spinal pain: “Not having to use morphine is amazing”

By |2021-12-10T11:56:16+00:0010 December 2021|

Mary O Loughlin treats her arthritis, fibromyalgia and chronic pain with medical cannabis. She talks to Cannabis Health about living with these conditions, and the access issues facing her in Northern Ireland. Mary O Loughlin has been diagnosed with many different conditions which contribute to her [...]

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CBD Guides: Can CBD help headache pain?

By |2021-12-10T11:55:36+00:0010 December 2021|

Headaches can be a debilitating experience that can mean days off school or work. They can leave us in bed unable to function. We examine the science of whether CBD could help to reduce headache pain and what is the best way to take it. What [...]

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Bullet CBD: How to find the right product for you

By |2021-12-10T11:55:05+00:0010 December 2021|

Bullet CBD is a UK brand with a wide range of products to suit the needs of every consumer –  here’s how to find the right for one you. Bullet CBD is a UK based CBD manufacturing company that crafts a wide range of CBD related [...]

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Always Pure Organics: CBG in skincare

By |2021-12-08T13:01:10+00:008 December 2021|

Cannabigerol (CBG) is gaining popularity in the beauty world. Always Pure Organics explains the benefits of CBG and how it works. Known for its health properties, the extract has become popular within the skincare industry due to its possible antioxidative properties. As a minor cannabinoid, it [...]

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New THC-based drug may reduce symptoms of dementia in Alzheimer’s patients

By |2021-12-08T13:00:44+00:008 December 2021|

Findings from what is thought to be the first human trial of a THC-based drug in Alzheimer’s patients, suggest it may alleviate symptoms of dementia.  Preliminary findings from a Phase 1 clinical trial on a new THC-based drug, show evidence of clinical improvements in anxiety, depression, [...]

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Kanabo set to launch world’s first cannabis vape trial

By |2021-12-08T13:00:14+00:008 December 2021|

Medical cannabis company, Kanabo, has applied to undertake the world’s first clinical trial for a cannabis vape pen.  The company has applied for approval of what is thought to be the first clinical trial for a cannabis vape pen in the world, on its recently-launched VapePod [...]

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Try Columbia Care Platinum CBD for FREE

By |2021-12-08T12:59:45+00:008 December 2021|

Columbia Care is offering Cannabis Health readers the chance to try its premium, vegan-friendly CBD for free – here’s how you can claim yours. World-renowned cannabis brand, Columbia Care has now brought its expertise in cannabis-based medicinal treatments to the UK. Its Platinum CBD wellness range [...]

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BPNA accused of ‘wilfully denying’ children access to medical cannabis

By |2021-12-08T12:59:11+00:008 December 2021|

Leading doctors and scientists have responded to new guidance from the BPNA, with a call for UK paediatricians to recognise the value of medical cannabis for childhood epilepsy. Experts have published a damning critique of new guidance issued by the British Paediatric Neurology Association (BPNA) in [...]

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“We’re not doing enough as a country”- should medical cannabis be funded for veterans?

By |2021-12-07T13:14:49+00:007 December 2021|

David Moczulski, of Tier One CBD, is calling for on the Government to fund medical cannabis or CBD for veterans living with chronic pain, anxiety and conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). David Moczulski, who founded Tier One CBD earlier this year, is advocating for [...]

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Recent cannabis use linked to extremes in sleep duration – study

By |2021-12-07T13:14:28+00:007 December 2021|

Recent cannabis use has been linked to extremes in sleep, with consumers more likely to report both not sleeping enough or sleeping too much. Recent cannabis use has been linked to extremes of nightly sleep duration, reveals a study of US adults, published online in the [...]

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Israeli medical cannabis patient detained in Belarus

By |2021-12-07T13:13:56+00:007 December 2021|

An Israeli medical cannabis patient has been detained in Belarus and could face up to five years in prison, despite carrying a license for the medication. Israeli lawyer, Maya Rayten-Stol was detained in Minsk for three weeks after she entered the country with 2.5 grams of [...]

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Schizophrenia: Study examines if CBD could help with symptoms

By |2021-12-07T13:13:19+00:007 December 2021|

A study on CBD cigarettes revealed that they may be associated with a reduction in medication use by patients with Schizophrenia. A new study has focused on whether the use of CBD may have resulted in patients being able to reduce their antipsychotic medications. Schizophrenia is [...]

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Add joy to your glass with Spirited Euphoria

By |2021-12-04T15:10:41+00:004 December 2021|

The mixology experts at Edi explain how to keep calm and carry on celebrating with their Spirited Euphoria drink.  The world’s first non-alcoholic CBD drink with nootropics and adaptogens As Christmas approaches, we start to ask ourselves that age-old question – what do you buy someone [...]

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Number of cannabis research papers hits all-time high in 2021

By |2021-12-04T15:10:24+00:004 December 2021|

According to US-based organisation, NORML, this year saw a record number of scientific research papers published on cannabis. The US group, which advocates for cannabis reform, carried out a keyword search of the National Library of Medicine/PubMed.gov website. Results showed that in the first 11 months [...]

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New study to explore impact of medical cannabis in fibromyalgia

By |2021-12-04T15:10:09+00:004 December 2021|

A new study, led by Southern Cross University in Australia, will research the efficacy of medicinal cannabis in the treatment of patients with fibromyalgia. The project, which is expected to commence in early 2022, will assess the safety, tolerability and efficacy of medicinal cannabis in relieving pain [...]

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My endometriosis was misdiagnosed as an eating disorder

By |2021-12-04T15:09:12+00:004 December 2021|

Endometriosis is a painful, long term condition affecting one in 10 women in the UK. Sophie Harrop talks to Cannabis Health about coping with pain, cannabis and living with a hidden illness. Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining womb starts to grow [...]

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New research could have major implications for global drug-driving laws

By |2021-12-04T15:08:56+00:004 December 2021|

New research has found that THC in blood and saliva are poor measures of cannabis impairment, potentially having major implications for global drug-driving laws. Researchers at the University of Sydney’s Lambert Initiative analysed all available studies on the relationship between driving performance and concentrations in blood [...]

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Find your balance with premium, vegan and cruelty-free CBD patches

By |2021-12-04T15:08:29+00:004 December 2021|

Una Patches is an innovative CBD patch brand offering premium patches that are blissfully simple to use and truly sustainable. Here, its founder reveals what makes it unique. Una Patches focus on doing CBD differently. With patches, CBD is absorbed through the skin, releasing CBD over [...]

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Long Covid: Experts explore the role of cannabinoids in treatment

By |2021-12-04T15:07:49+00:004 December 2021|

Experts explored the idea of cannabinoid therapy in the treatment of long Covid, in a one-off webinar hosted by the Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society. Professor Mike Barnes, neurologist and director of the Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society (MCCS), was joined by Dr Anjali Didi, a general practitioner [...]

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David Beckham-backed CBG skincare line launches new products

By |2021-12-02T12:52:29+00:002 December 2021|

David Beckham-backed CBD brand, Cellular Goods, has launched a new collection of skincare and edibles that contain CBD and CBG. The Cellular Goods launch is taking place nine months after the announcement of Beckham’s DB Ventures investment back in February 2021. The company managed to raise [...]

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Chronic pain and medical cannabis – “Without it my life stops”

By |2021-12-02T12:52:07+00:002 December 2021|

Helen Weston has lived with continuous chronic pain for 37 years, which affects her ability to do everyday things. When she ran out of cannabis during lockdown, she realised it was the one thing keeping her going. “If it wasn’t for cannabis there is no way [...]

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Guernsey medical cannabis patients face £25 import fee

By |2021-12-02T12:51:52+00:002 December 2021|

Patients on Guernsey, who access cannabis-based products from UK pharmacies, will need to pay an additional import fee from next year. The Health and Social Care Committee on the Island of Guernsey, has announced a £25 import fee for patients who receive medical cannabis from pharmacies [...]

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CBD guides: How do these unusual CBD products actually work?

By |2021-12-01T15:06:20+00:001 December 2021|

Some of the more unusual CBD products make us wonder, how does that work? We examine the science and just how effective they actually are. There is so much more to CBD than just oils, edibles or capsules. While the marketplace can seem completely overwhelming, some [...]

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Introducing DermaQuest CBD skincare and wellness range

By |2021-12-01T15:05:55+00:001 December 2021|

Known for its advanced formulas and high-performance products, DermaQuest has introduced a results-driven CBD range to its line of cosmeceutical skincare. Harnessing the healing power of CBD, the professional skincare brand has developed a collection that delivers anti-ageing, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. The DermaQuest range uses [...]

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How cannabis medicines can help Crohn’s and colitis patients

By |2021-12-01T15:05:32+00:001 December 2021|

To mark the beginning of Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week, Integro Clinics explores how medical cannabis can help manage the symptoms of these conditions. It is estimated that Crohn’s and colitis affect one in every 650 people in the UK.  National Awareness Week for these conditions [...]

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Could medical cannabis help with HIV/AIDS?

By |2021-12-01T15:04:08+00:001 December 2021|

On World AIDS Day, we examine the science behind taking medical cannabis to help manage some of the symptoms. Wednesday 1 December marks World AIDS Day, dedicated to raising awareness of HIV/ AIDS and also mourning those who passed away. The UN AIDS estimates that 37.7 [...]

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Competition time: Cannabis Health’s 24 days of Christmas giveaways starts today!

By |2021-12-01T15:03:52+00:001 December 2021|

We are very excited to announce our month of Christmas giveaways starts today over on Instagram. Here’s how you can get involved. Nothing says Christmas like gifts, so we thought we would get into the spirit of things by giving you the chance to win some [...]

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Excite CBD on the benefits of a daily dose of gummies

By |2021-12-01T15:03:17+00:001 December 2021|

The team at Excite CBD explain why their tasty gummies are perfect for a daily dose – and why CBD remains controversial despite its benefits. Excite CBD has been created to provide customers with a wide range of high-quality products at affordable prices. All our products [...]

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How medical cannabis is helping women manage menopause symptoms

By |2021-11-30T14:30:46+00:0030 November 2021|

Around a third of the UK female population are thought to be going through the menopause, but many report feeling isolated and unsupported by their doctors. Can medical cannabis help manage symptoms? “Hot sweats? It was more like a nuclear reaction,” says Lauren, a 48-year-old former [...]

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Grow Pharma launches new platform to help UK doctors learn about medical cannabis

By |2021-11-30T14:30:00+00:0030 November 2021|

Grow Pharma has launched a Journal Club to help inform UK doctors about the latest medical cannabis research. The UK’s leading distributor of prescribed cannabis medicines, Grow Pharma, is now launching the latest in a string of initiatives aimed at educating doctors on cannabis medicines. Each [...]

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Why people are in love with Hippie Turtle Herbal company’s CBD range

By |2021-11-30T01:48:49+00:0030 November 2021|

Hippie Turtle Company explain why their CBD products work so well for athletes and how founder Ash Heeley developed the idea for the range. *Sponsored content We know what it’s like to push ourselves to our limits. To try beating our personal best. To overcome whatever [...]

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