Releaf Blog
Discover helpful insights on health, wellness, and medical cannabis in our blogs. Explore practical articles covering general medical cannabis info, tips for staying well, and how medical cannabis can assist with specific health conditions.
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Decoding Cannabis: what a recent scoping review reveals about cannabis for rheumatoid arthritis
A recent scoping review has dug into how cannabinoids interact with inflammation, joint tissue, and pain signalling in rheumatoid arthritis. This article breaks down what the researchers found, how THC and CBD influence key inflammatory pathways, and what these insights may mean for people living with arthritis in the UK. We also look at how this evidence compares with current patient experiences.
Medical cannabis and the gender pain gap
The vast majority of patients experiencing chronic pain are women, yet one in two say they have had their pain “ignored” or “dismissed”. We take a close look at the gender pain gap.
Understanding the differences between CBD flower and medical cannabis cultivars
CBD flower and medical cannabis cultivars are often conflated, but while they may look and smell similar, there are significant differences when it comes to their chemical composition, intended use, regulatory status, and effects. CBD flower is illegal in the UK, while medical cannabis flower can only be prescribed by a specialist doctor.
Wellness Wednesday: The importance of a healthy work-life balance
In recent years, many people’s working life has changed significantly. The Coronavirus pandemic saw more people than ever working from home or being forced to shift careers completely. But with such drastic changes to our way of working, ensuring a healthy work-life balance is as important as ever.
What is the triage process for medical cannabis?
At Releaf, we have streamlined the triage process to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and treatment in the shortest possible time, including prescription delivery.