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EPISODE · Oct 14, 2025 · 13 MIN

Can cannabis help you sleep? Here's the science | Jen Walsh

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Can cannabis actually treat insomnia? It's complicated, says sleep physiologist Jen Walsh. While the plant has been used across time and cultures, there's been little scientific research on how it impacts sleep disorders like insomnia. That's precisely where she and her team come in. Learn about the world's first study into the potential of medicinal cannabis as a safe, accessible treatment to help us all rest easy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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