Mental health
Is cannabis more effective at improving mood than antidepressants?
Data from Project Twenty21 shows that cannabis may be more effective at improving mood than some antidepressants.
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Food & Drink
Four mood-boosting CBD recipes from chef Georgia Levy
We know CBD can be great if you need a mood-boost, but have you considered using it to enhance your food as well? Georgia Levy, in-house CBD chef for mellow, […]
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Can CBD improve your mood?
From depression and anxiety to chronic pain, CBD is used to treat a wide variety of mental and physical health issues – but can it improve your mood? While research […]
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Moods & Bears launches CBD-infused honey range
Moods & Bears, the health food brand, has launched a new collections of natural and organic CBD infused honeys. “Capturing the delicious notes of Honeydew, Lime and Acacia, the ‘Organic’ […]
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Stressed elephants given CBD to boost their mood
Elephants at a polish zoo will be given doses of CBD in a groundbreaking research project. The elephants at Warsaw zoo will be given CBD hemp oil as researchers study […]
Cannabis explained
Medical Cannabis for Anxiety in the UK: What the Evidence Actually Shows
Anxiety is one of the most common conditions for which medical cannabis is prescribed in the UK, but the evidence base remains mixed.
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Medical Cannabis for Autism in the UK: Evidence, Access and What Parents Ask
Interest in medical cannabis for autism is growing among patients, families and clinicians, but research has yet to establish whether it is an effective treatment.
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Is Cannabis Effective for ADHD?
ADHD is one of the most commonly reported reasons people seek medical cannabis, but does the evidence support it?
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The Endocannabinoid System: The Master Regulator of Human Health
In a fascinating deep dive into human physiology, Dr. Rowan Thompson, resident doctor and Vice Chair of the Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society (MCCS), explores the Endocannabinoid System (ECS)—a complex biological […]
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Cannabis Health Symposium 2025 – Key Takeaways Part 2
The afternoon sessions at Tuesday’s inaugural Cannabis Health Symposium 2025 moved beyond the fundamentals of cannabis medicine and its potential, to the practical realities of prescribing this relatively new medicine in the […]
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Cannabis Health Symposium 2025: Key Takeaways Part 1
On Tuesday, November 25, nearly 200 healthcare professionals, patient advocates, cannabis educators, and industry leaders converged on London’s Conway Hall for the inaugural Cannabis Health Symposium. The event embodied the UK medical cannabis industry’s […]
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Inside the Study Linking High-THC Consumption with Hidden Risks in Cannabis Patients
Findings highlighting the relationship between trauma, THC and paranoia have prompted calls for improved patient monitoring.
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Exploring the Endocannabinoid System: What Every Clinician Should Know
We unpack the science behind the ECS and its significance in a range of chronic conditions.
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Scientists Find First Evidence of Rare Compounds in Cannabis Leaves
Researchers from Stellenbosch University have found evidence of rare phenolic compounds in cannabis leaves.
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Largest Study of Medical Cannabis in Patients With OCD Finds ‘Substantial Improvements’
Medical cannabis may improve quality of life for people living with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
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The ‘Glaring Omission’ of the Endocannabinoid System From Mainstream Medical Knowledge, And its Real World Impact
Despite being one of the most important regulatory systems in human physiology, the endocannabinoid system (ECS) remains inexplicably absent from almost all mainstream medical education. A report published by Volteface in […]
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‘Custom-Designed’ Cannabis Compound Relieves Pain Without Side-Effects – Study
Scientists have developed a new compound to harnesses the pain-relieving properties of cannabis without any unwanted side effects, pointing to a possible alternative to opioids. In the search for alternative […]
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Mothers Say Medical Cannabis Makes Them a ‘More Present’ Parent
In a new research paper, mothers using medical cannabis to manage their health say it helps them to be ‘more present’ and ‘tolerant’ parents. A new study, funded by the […]
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CBD Linked To ‘Lower Overall Anxiety’ In Breast Cancer Patients
In a new study researchers explored whether CBD can reduce scan-related anxiety in patients with advanced breast cancer.
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CBD Shows Promise in Treatment of Endometriosis, Say Leading Women’s Health Researchers
Researchers at the University of Edinburgh say CBD is a “promising therapeutic agent” due to its varying effects on the body.
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Cannabis linked to ‘substantial improvements’ in endometriosis symptoms
A new study, based on the experiences of endometriosis patients in Europe, has found cannabis to have a significant impact on wellbeing and quality of life.
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Medical cannabis for elderly patients: everything you need to know
Releaf examines what to consider when exploring this treatment option for yourself or a loved one.
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CBG found to reduce anxiety and enhance memory in clinical trial
Researchers have published findings from one of the first clinical trials on CBG in humans.
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Older adults report ‘considerable improvements’ with medical cannabis
A new study suggests that adults aged 65 and older experience “considerable improvements” in their health and wellbeing when prescribed cannabis-based medicines. The use of medical cannabis is said to […]