Medical Cannabis Delivery Methods: Ways to Consume Cannabis
/Cannabis can be taken in a variety of forms - each with slightly different onset and effects. Learn more about which might be right for you.
Read MoreCannabis can be taken in a variety of forms - each with slightly different onset and effects. Learn more about which might be right for you.
Read MoreThere hasn’t been a single day in the last week where I didn’t have a patient stop me, call, message, text, or email with questions regarding the safety of cannabis vape oil. The news is on fire about vaping concerns after a rash of vaping related illnesses and a handful of confirmed deaths. My response to these questions - we just don’t know. That’s the real truth. But that also doesn’t mean we need to panic and throw away all our medicine.
Read MoreDysautonomia includes POTS, neurocardiogenic syncope, and other disorders affecting the autonomic nervous system. Symptoms can be completely debilitating restricting patients from many day to day activities. Cannabis can be a helpful tool for managing symptoms of dysautonomia and POTS, but there are some things to be aware of.
Read MoreSelf-care is any activity that we do with the purpose of taking care of our mental, emotional, and physical health. Things and activities that recharge and fulfill us. Some of these ideas may seem simple, but that is all it takes. A few simple intentional activities add up quickly to improve physical and mental health.
Read MoreHealth & wellness coaching uses evidence-based practices and strategies to help people make health changes that stick. Cannabis coaches empower patients to build confidence and become active participants in their cannabis care so they can meet their health and wellness goals. They teach clients how to integrate cannabis as a tool for larger health and wellness, and not just as a bandaid to cover symptoms.
Read MoreIn March 2019 Florida’s Medical Cannabis program took a huge leap forward with the legalization of smokable cannabis flower for qualified patients. At the urging of Governor Rick Desantis, the Florida legislature passed forward Senate Bill 182 redefining the medical use of marijuana to include in the form for smoking. The bill also provided clarification for the possession and use of smoking devices purchased outside of a MMTC (dispensary).
Read MoreAs new cannabis products reach the Florida Medical Cannabis marketplace, inexperienced and experienced patients alike are finding themselves with a few, “what the heck is that?” moments. This rings especially true when in comes to the varied world of cannabis concentrates. Learn more about what cannabis concentrates are and what’s available here in Florida.
Read MoreFor those of us with chronic illness we often find ourselves taking on a warrior persona against our condition. While this inner strength and perseverance is important for health, could it be getting in our way as well? It did for me.
Read MoreWhen taking actions to better our health it’s easy to overlook our mental habits. Most of us jump to changing the more physical and tangible things - food, exercise, maybe even our sleep routine. Numerous studies demonstrate the powerful impact that a positive mental health approach has on immune function and overall wellbeing.
Read MorePlay is an essential piece to optimal health and wellness. Learn more about why it's important and how you can incorporate more fun in your life - all in the name of good health!
Read MoreKristina J. Risola, MA, CRC, NBC-HWC, PHC
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