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Discover helpful insights on health, wellness, and medical cannabis in our blogs. Explore practical articles covering general medical cannabis info, tips for staying well, and how medical cannabis can assist with specific health conditions.

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Explaining NHS cannabis prescriptions

General | Medical Cannabis | Legal | Industry

There has been a huge resurgence in interest in plant-based health solutions in the past few decades. Not so long ago, most patients would just take whatever pharmaceutical options their GPs prescribed - but as we mature as a society and our collective understanding of alternative medicine grows, the understanding that plants can offer natural relief from a huge range of symptoms grows.

8 min read
03.05.2024
Sam North

Explaining NHS cannabis prescriptions

There has been a huge resurgence in interest in plant-based health solutions in the past few decades. Not so long ago, most patients would just take whatever pharmaceutical options their GPs prescribed - but as we mature as a society and our collective understanding of alternative medicine grows, the understanding that plants can offer natural relief from a huge range of symptoms grows.

8 min read
03.05.2024
Sam North

5 common medical cannabis myths and misconceptions debunked

It has now been almost six years since the legalisation of medical cannabis came into effect in the UK, but still, prevalent misconceptions/myths about these treatments options persist today. Because these are often fuelled by stigmatisations or a lack of knowledge on the subject, we think debunking these common medical cannabis misconceptions can play an important role in improving the current education and awareness of cannabis-based options in the UK. And so, that’s exactly what we’ve done!

7 min read
02.05.2024
Lucy MacKinnon

Explaining and maintaining homeostasis

The concept of homeostasis defines any self-regulating process by which biological systems maintain stability and balance. This physiological regulation is essential for maintaining a constant internal environment, allowing us to thrive - even in the face of changing external conditions. In this instalment of our Wellness Wednesdays blog, we’ll be taking a look at the importance of homeostasis and exploring natural and holistic ways we can help support our bodies in achieving balance.

9 min read
01.05.2024
Emily Ledger

What is the endocannabinoid system?

Welcome back to our "New Patient" series, where we cover all the basics of cannabis-based therapy. In this instalment, we are running head first into the intricacies of the endocannabinoid system, or ECS.

3 min read
30.04.2024
Sam North