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Sleep physiologist Jen Walsh discusses the potential of medicinal cannabis for sleep disorders like insomnia. She explores the historical uses of cannabis, the benefits of cannabinoids, and the challenges of using cannabis as a treatment for insomnia. Learn about the world's first study into using cannabinoids to improve sleep quality.
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- Cannabinoids show potential in aiding sleep disorders like insomnia, with up to 47% of medicinal cannabis users utilizing it for sleep improvement.
- In a study on chronic insomnia, participants showed a 33-minute average increase in sleep per night with a medication containing THC, CBD, and CBN.
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The Science of Cannabinoids and Insomnia
Cannabis and cannabinoids have been utilized for various purposes for thousands of years, but only recently have we gained a deeper understanding of their effects on the body. Cannabinoids, such as THC and CBD, interact with our endocannabinoid system and have been found to offer benefits like treating epilepsy, chronic pain, muscle stiffness, and improving appetite in certain conditions. Studies have shown potential for cannabinoids in reducing anxiety and aiding sleep disorders like insomnia, with up to 47% of medicinal cannabis users utilizing it for sleep improvement.
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