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Study: Adult-Use Cannabis Access Associated with Decreased Sales of OTC Sleep Aids

NORML

Adult-use retail cannabis access is associated with a decline in the sales of over-the-counter (OTC) sleep aid medications, according to data published in the journal Complimentary Therapies in Medicine. Benadryl)- and doxylamine-based sleep aids (e.g., Benadryl)- and doxylamine-based sleep aids (e.g.,

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CBN: The Sleep-Inducing Cannabinoid

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

CBN is a popular cannabinoid, but what should we know about CBN and sleep? Currently, CBN is mostly used by the general population as a sleep-inducing aid. However, it may do more than just induce sleep—many fans of CBN report that it makes for longer-lasting, more satisfying sleep. CBN and Sleep: FAQs.

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The Link Between Cannabis and Sleep: What You Must Know

United Patients Group

Cannabis, also known as marijuana, has been used for medicinal and recreational purposes for centuries. While its effects on the mind and body have been studied extensively, its impact on sleep is still a topic of debate. Some people swear by its ability to help them fall asleep, while others claim it disrupts their sleep patterns.

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Ukraine Lawmakers Vote to Legalize Medical Cannabis

Veriheal

In a historic move, Ukraine’s government has legalized medical cannabis. The Parliamentary Vote for Legal Cannabis in Ukraine The vote in Ukraine’s parliament was a pivotal moment. A large majority, 248 out of 401 members, voted in favor of legalizing medical cannabis.

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Study: People Who Purchase Recreational Marijuana Desire Pain Relief And Sleep

The Fresh Toast

Study: People Who Purchase Recreational Marijuana Desire Pain Relief And Sleep Recent data published on the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs suggests that people are taking advantage of legal recreational marijuana in order to self-medicate.

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Better Sleep Tips: Medical Marijuana

CannaMD

According to the National Sleep Foundation , 50 to 70 million Americans have problems sleeping. Plenty of medical cannabis patients have offered anecdotes of better sleep as a result of nightly marijuana use, but the evidence doesn’t stop there. MARIJUANA AND SLEEP RESEARCH. Research on marijuana and sleep is promising.

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Study: Marijuana Legalization Associated With Decreased Sales of Sleep Aids

The Joint Blog

Legal access to marijuana is associated with a decline in the sales of over-the-counter (OTC) sleep aid medications, according to a new study published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Medicine. – The negative association between cannabis access and sleep aid sales suggests a consumer preference for cannabis. .

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