11 articles
Conditions
What research says about cannabis and specific health conditions. Educational, not medical advice.
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Cannabis and Inflammation
Cannabinoids like CBD, CBG and the terpene caryophyllene are anti-inflammatory in the lab, but human evidence is limited. What the science shows.…
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Cannabis for Arthritis and Joint Pain
Topical CBD is popular for arthritis and joint pain, and the biology is plausible, but strong human trial evidence is still limited.…
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Cannabis and Migraines
Early studies suggest cannabis may reduce migraines for some, but controlled trials are lacking. What the emerging evidence shows. Not medical advice.
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Cannabis and PTSD
PTSD is a common reason for cannabis use, but trial evidence is limited and inconclusive. What research shows and the cautions. Not…
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Cannabis for Sleep
Cannabis may speed sleep onset short-term but can reduce REM and build tolerance; CBN sleep claims are weak. What the emerging evidence…
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Cannabis and Anxiety
Cannabis and anxiety is nuanced: CBD shows some promise, THC is biphasic and high doses often worsen anxiety. Why dose and ratio…
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Cannabis and Multiple Sclerosis
For MS muscle spasticity, a 1:1 THC:CBD spray (nabiximols/Sativex) is approved in many countries; evidence is moderate and patient-reported. Not medical advice.
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CBD and Epilepsy
Purified CBD (Epidiolex) is FDA-approved and trial-proven to reduce seizures in Dravet, Lennox-Gastaut and TSC. Why it differs from shop CBD. Not…
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Cannabis for Nausea and Appetite
Nausea and appetite are among the most established cannabinoid uses, with FDA-approved THC medicines (dronabinol, nabilone) for chemotherapy and HIV wasting. Not…
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Cannabis for Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is the best-supported use of cannabis: what the evidence shows, which compounds are studied, how people use it, and the…