Arthritis Life9 Mai 2022

Medical Cannabis & Arthritis 101 with Registered Dietitian Cristina Montoya

Episode at a glance:

How Cristina’s postpartum flare up and difficulty with pain control led her to delve into medical cannabis; helped especially with fibromyalgia.
Cannabis, CBD & THC 101:
- How the endocannibinoid system (within our body) helps with homeostasis, memory, pain, mood, inflammation and even skin.
- The difference between cannabis, help, THC, CBD, endocannabinoids and phytocannabinoids
What people with arthritis might want to know about how cannabis affects pain, inflammation, sleep, anxiety, appetite and mood (including a discussion of what risks there are versus benefits)
What are the different methods of consumption for cannabis (Sublingual, Topical creams, Transdermal patch, Oral Suppositories (vaginal), inhalation, IV and more)
Where to find valid information about CBD and chronic pain
Where to find a dispensary: - check the laws in your area; five things Cristina looks for in a cannabis dispensary
Communication to medical team: Cristina discusses the importance of this
Cristina answers listener questions
How to learn more from Cristina

Medical disclaimer:

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