Cannabis and Seasonal Allergies in 2023: Top 4 ways cannabis can assist!

Cannabis and Seasonal Allergies in 2023- 4 Ways Cannabis Can Assist!Why is this topic important?I’ve compiled a few thoughts on this, including:Seasonal allergies affect a large portion of the population and can have a negative impact on quality of life.Traditional treatments for seasonal allergies may not work for everyone or may come with unwanted side effects.Cannabis offers a potential alternative or complementary treatment option for seasonal allergies.Cannabis may have anti-inflammatory and antihistamine properties, pain relief, etc, which can help alleviate some of the symptoms associated with allergies.Research on the potential benefits and risks of cannabis for seasonal allergies can help inform healthcare professionals and patients in making informed decisions about treatment options….let your doctors know!! References:Hammell DC, Zhang LP, Ma F, Abshire SM, McIlwrath SL, Stinchcomb AL, Westlund KN. Transdermal cannabidiol reduces inflammation and pain-related behaviours in a rat model of arthritis. European Journal of Pain. 2016;20(6):936-948. doi:10.1002/ejp.818Ribeiro A, Almeida VI, Costola-de-Souza C, et al. Cannabidiol improves lung function and inflammation in mice submitted to LPS-induced acute lung injury. Immunopharmacol Immunotoxicol. 2015;37(1):35-41. doi:10.3109/08923973.2014.976794Costa MA, Fonseca BM, Keating JE, et al. Inhibition of allergic inflammation in a murine model of asthma by expression of a dominant-negative mutant of the G-protein-coupled receptor for leukotriene B4. J Immunol. 1999;163(2):979-988. PMID: 10395701ElSohly MA, Radwan MM, Gul W, Chandra S, Galal A. Phytochemistry of Cannabis sativa L. In: Pertwee RG, ed. Handbook of Cannabis. Oxford University Press; 2014:3-22.Malfait AM, Gallily R, Sumariwalla PF, et al. The nonpsychoactive cannabis constituent cannabidiol is an oral anti-arthritic therapeutic in murine collagen-induced arthritis. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2000;97(17):9561-9566. doi:10.1073/pnas.160105897Rog DJ, Nurmikko TJ, Friede T, Young CA. Randomized, controlled trial of cannabis-based medicine in central pain in multiple sclerosis. Neurology. 2005;65(6):812-819. doi:10.1212/01.wnl.0000176753.45410.8bD’Souza DC, Perry E, MacDougall L, et al. The psychotomimetic effects of intravenous delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol in healthy individuals: implications for psychosis. Neuropsychopharmacology. 2004;29(8):1558-1572. doi:10.1038/sj.npp.1300496Gertsch J, Leonti M, Raduner S, et al. Beta-caryophyllene is a dietary cannabinoid. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2008;105(26):9099-9104. doi:10.1073/pnas.0803601105 Info:Cannabis Connoisseur Podcast Info:Follow us @ThecannabisC on instagramE-mail us at: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7BRwpUrBgQM&t=5s DISCLAIMER***Please note that the information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard in this podcast. The use of cannabis for medical purposes should be discussed with a healthcare professional and in compliance with local laws and regulations.*** Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.