Some Ontario doctors are hesitating to prescribe medical cannabis to patients suffering long-term pain, and a new McMaster University study shows it's because some still don't know how helpful or harmful it is.

That's despite medical cannabis being legal for 20 years.

"What we heard from the physicians we interviewed is they, by and large, feel ill-equipped ... because of limitations of training and the evidence out there," said Jason Busse, associate director of the Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research at McMaster.

"The themes that came out of these interviews were not surprising."

For many people, the idea of smoking cannabis and exercising, are not things that go together. However, as cannabis becomes more popular for its medical benefits, how it can be useful for physical activities is becoming more clear. While it might not be beneficial to consume any kind of cannabis prior to exerting oneself physically, something like delta-8 THC and athletics might just be a great combination.

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If you’re one of the 30% of adults who have a hard time getting consistent sleep, CBD sleep supplements may be a good option for you. CBD is becoming one of the top supplements to treat insomnia and other sleep disorders. It’s so popular that even celebrities like Travis Barker are adding to the market. 

A 2015 study found that obese mice actually lost weight from ingesting cannabis because THC caused changes in the gut microbiome that regulates weight loss and digestion.

Cannabis consumers have known for years about the effects of cannabis on appetite.

In fact, one of the more enduring stereotypes of the side effects of cannabis usage is the consumer getting the “munchies” after consumption, which is often a highlighted feature of modern U.S. television situational comedies, such as anepisode of “The Big Bang Theory” and others.

What is being called the first study to consider specific risk indicators for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in young, healthy cannabis users has found that consuming weed when young may increase the risk of later developing heart disease.

So suggests a new study, published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, out of the University of Guelph (U of G). Investigators explored the associations of cardiovascular structure and function with cannabis use in ostensibly healthy young participants.

In an attempt to crackdown on the illicit market, Health Canada has published a plan to tighten restrictions on medical cannabis cultivation. The regulator cited a perceived discrepancy in the amount of medical cannabis grown, alongside license infringements and sites used for “large-scale illegal production.”

Chronic pain patients who used cannabis saw sustained improvement in their condition over time, according to the results of a recently released study. An abstract of the research, “No pain, all gain? Interim analyses from a longitudinal, observational study examining the impact of medical cannabis treatment on chronic pain and related symptoms,” was posted online last month prior to publication by the journal Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology.

Looking within and without is essential in the cannabis industry, whether a company is setting its sights on improving user experiences, identifying potential foreign markets, cementing its position at home or trying to figure out what makes for fair compensation in an ever-evolving sector.

Nextleaf Solutions starts human trials of cannabis vapes

Starting on April 20, Cannalogue, a Toronto-based health and technology company, will begin offering CBD flower from $1.96/gram, per a company press release.

According to Cannalogue, it is the lowest per gram price for medical cannabis in Canada

Cannabis is returning to its former glory by bagging an unusual place in the medical world. While many parts of the world remain skeptical of its medical benefits, several states in the US have approved the use of cannabis for medical purposes. Most people look for holistic and effective remedies to manage their health problems. Cannabis can come to the rescue as it may help address several health issues. Off late, many cannabis products have gained rapid popularity. Cannabis-infused coconut is one such product. It is a plant-based, dairy-free infusion used as the base for self-care products and recipes. Why should you believe these claims? Read ahead to know why this potent infusion is stealing the hearts of people.