Extreme experiences such as accidents, life-threatening illnesses, war, rape or natural disasters can result in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Flashbacks, nightmares, constant tension and other symptoms such as anxiety, sleep disorders and fatigue determine the daily life of patients. Since those affected often avoid situations and places that remind them of the trauma, many live […]
Fit and well-rested: a little sleep aid, part 3
Evening rituals for good sleep What does us good in the evening? Rituals bring calm to everyday life and provide security. This promotes relaxation and invites tiredness. It takes several weeks for your brain to sort out a new routine and store it as a ritual. It is important to always keep the same rhythm […]
News: Inhaled CBD inhibits tumor growth in lung cancer
Lung cancer (bronchial carcinoma) is not only one of the most common cancers worldwide – lung cancer also carries the highest risk of dying from cancer. Despite significant improvements in the treatment of lung cancer, current therapeutic interventions are only partially effective, making the search for treatment alternatives important. A new study in mice suggests […]
Fit and well-rested: a little sleep aid, part 2
What is the definition of good sleep? Most of us understand it to mean that we fall asleep quickly in the evening, do not wake up completely during the night or at least fall back asleep easily, do not wake up too early in the morning, and feel refreshed and fit. Regular sleep problems are […]
Cannabinoids for migraine
Pain to the point of unbearability: A migraine attack paralyzes the life of those affected. Migraine patients usually spend years looking for the right acute medication and attack prophylaxis. There are many approved medications, but some of them are poorly tolerated or do not work. To use cannabinoids for migraine showed positive results: They reduced […]
Fit and well-rested: a little sleep aid, part 1
Sleep through the night and start the day refreshed This new series is aimed at poor sleepers, insomniacs and daytime sleepyheads. We want to help you finally sleep through the night again and wake up refreshed in the morning. Being fit and well-rested – who doesn’t wish for that? Our series consists of 3 parts, […]
Cannabinoids for Tourette syndrome
Loud swearing, obscene exclamations and uncontrolled twitching – that’s what most people think of when they think of Tourette syndrome. In fact, this neuro-psychiatric disorder manifests itself very differently in those affected. Motor and vocal tics are characteristic. Medical cannabis can be used for a variety of neurological and psychiatric conditions. Some studies and reports […]
News: Raphael Mechoulam, pioneer of cannabis research, deceased
Israeli scientist Raphael Mechoulam led groundbreaking study: he is considered the discoverer of the main active ingredients of the cannabis plant THC and CBD, as well as the functioning of the endocannabinoid system. Now the distinguished professor has passed away at the age of 92. Tireless commitment to research and destigmatization of cannabis In the […]
Cannabinoids in cancer
Medical cannabis is comparatively well established in cancer treatment: Cannabinoids relieve pain, nausea, and loss of appetite. Recent studies also suggest that pharmaceutical cannabis may be helpful in combating tumor diseases. Cancer incidence in Europe: facts and figures Cancer is one of the most common diagnoses in Western societies: every year, around 2.7 million people […]
Cannabis in addictive disorders
Cannabis is the most popular illegal drug. Some experts argue that cannabis as a gateway drug leads to the use of other drugs. In contrast, more and more studies show that cannabinoids can assist as an “exit drug” for addiction disorders. According to clinical studies, CBD can assist with nicotine, opioid, and cannabis withdrawal. Current […]