Editor's E-Note
According to The Menopause Society, women 50 and older make up the fastest-growing group of people who use cannabis. A new study by University of California, San Francisco researchers presented at the society’s 2023 annual meeting in Philadelphia indicates that menopausal women turn to cannabis for relief of symptoms, especially mood and sleep concerns. The study, based on information obtained for more than 5,000 midlife women, points to the need for further research about the efficacy and safety of cannabis for menopausal women, says lead author Carolyn Gibson, PhD.
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Using Cannabis to Ease Menopause Symptoms
Not so long ago, young adults were the primary users of cannabis. The reality today, however, is that women and adults aged 50+ represent the fastest-growing group of users. A new study additionally confirms the frequent use of cannabis by midlife women to manage an array of menopause symptoms. Study results were presented during the 2023 annual meeting of The Menopause Society in Philadelphia.
With rapidly expanding legalization and normalization, recreational and medical cannabis use is increasing across all age groups. Past research largely focused on usage habits by men and younger adults. However, until now, little was known about the prevalence or characteristics of cannabis use among women in and after the menopause transition.
A new study based on data from more than 5,000 midlife women has sought to address this information gap by analyzing the frequency, forms, and motives of cannabis use by primarily postmenopausal women.
Based on the results, the researchers concluded that cannabis use is relatively common in midlife women. Over 40% reported ever using cannabis for recreational or therapeutic purposes, most often to treat chronic pain (28%), anxiety (24%), sleep problems (22%), and stress (22%). Women who reported using cannabis specifically for menopause symptoms (6%) primarily reported targeting menopause-related mood and sleep difficulties.
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The Research on Cannabis for Autism
In the Womble Bond Dickinson Newsletter, Sharon Salcedo, RN, BSN, reviews the role of cannabis in treating autism and points to optimism about new recommendations that may open the door to increased research.
Help for Endometriosis
Available treatment options fail many patients with endometriosis, who may live with significant, ongoing pain. A new study by researchers from New Zealand and Australia demonstrates the promise of cannabis for inhibiting pain as well as alleviating bloating, another common symptom.
Help for People With Diabetes
Cannabis Science and Technology shares news about research pointing to a potential use for cannabis in helping patients with diabetes manage their disease and mitigate serious consequences such as cardiovascular disease, renal issues, and diabetic retinopathy.
Cannabis and BMI
NORML reports on findings by Brazilian researchers published in the International Journal of Obesity that use of cannabis or cannabis-related products leads to weight loss and reduces the body mass index. |
Sugar-Free Edibles
To help individuals with sugar restrictions, such as patients with diabetes or cancer or those on restricted-calorie diets, Jenny’s offers sugar-free cannabis edibles that are organic, wheat-free, gluten-free, and keto-friendly. Those on vegan and kosher diets can indulge as well. Learn more »
Last Stop CBD
This online retailer offers a variety of lab-tested CBD products to support wellness, including tinctures, edibles, and topicals. Learn more »
Cannabis-Infused Soft Drinks
Green Monke offers cannabis-infused lightly sparkling soda that contains both CBD and THC. In a variety of flavors, they’re vegan and gluten-free, and contain only 5 g of sugar. Learn more » |
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