Hemp is a variety of cannabis grown for industrial use and contains little psychoactive components found in marijuana. The plant provides the raw materials for hemp products like rope, clothes, and textiles and is used for food, biofuel, and agriculture for its phytoremediation (soil-cleaning) properties. While it doesn’t produce the euphoria or high that medical marijuana does… Source ..read more

Cannabis has gone by a lot of different nicknames over the years: bud, nugs, grass, weed, pot, ganja, reefer, herb, and chronic, to name a few. As the cannabis industry evolves from an underground, illegal black market to a legitimately recognized industry for natural, healing medicine, researchers and cannabis professionals have done a great job of breaking down the many unique aspects of the… Source ..read more

Growing cannabis is a skill. Just like any living thing, plants need care and attention to survive and thrive. Growing cannabis as medicine can be a little tricky but also incredibly rewarding. That’s why Leafwell wants to help you learn more about cannabis cultivation, particularly if your medical card allows you to grow plants in your own home. We spoke to cannabis expert, advocate… Source ..read more

Autism spectrum disorder — or ASD — is a neurological and developmental disability that ranges in severity. People with autism may experience symptoms such as engaging in repetitive behaviors, difficulty with fine motor skills, having obsessive interests, and finding social situations difficult. Fortunately, thanks to its many therapeutic properties, cannabis has the potential to help manage… Source ..read more

We live in a busy world that demands a lot of people’s energy and focus, so it’s unsurprising that remedies to enhance productivity are always in high demand. Despite the “lazy stoner” stereotype, many cannabis consumers today rely on cannabis products to boost their productivity, combat fatigue, and accomplish more throughout the day. If you’re used to cannabis as an evening-time experience… Source ..read more

There are so many types of neuropathy (nerve pain) that it can be challenging to find consistent relief. Fortunately, certain cannabis strains offer a potential solution for those in need due to the plant’s pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effects. Research has yielded promising results indicating that specific components in the cannabis plant can help manage symptoms of neuropathy found in… Source ..read more

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurological disease that impacts the central nervous system, damaging the pathways between nerves and disrupting signals to and from the brain. Some research has pointed to medical marijuana as a potential treatment to alleviate common symptoms of MS like fatigue, muscle spasms, and pain. When shopping around for cannabis strains (i.e., chemovars) that can help… Source ..read more

Research is lacking on how cannabis impacts female sex drive and arousal, so we have to rely on anecdotes and trial-and-error when it comes to the best strains for female arousal. Many women claim that components in certain strains have positively impacted their sex lives, including: (Editor’s Note: Leafwell recognizes that people have diverse gender identities and strives to use gender… Source ..read more

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that affects millions in the United States and is known to cause impulsive behavior, hyperactivity, and difficulty focusing. Though there is no conclusive evidence that medical marijuana helps manage ADHD, preliminary research and many anecdotal reports show promising signs that medical cannabis could be used as an… Source ..read more

Throughout history, cannabis has been used to treat menstrual cramps. Depending on their severity, symptoms associated with menstruation can interfere with an individual’s school, work, and social activities. Recent research has found promising evidence that medical marijuana can help with period pain relief and alleviate other post-menstrual-stress (PMS) symptoms such as mood swings, chronic pain… Source ..read more