Data is knowledge with Otha Smith III | The Cannabis Enigma, Season 2 episode 1
Finding the correct dosage and combination of cannabinoid products for medical treatment is almost universally a long and expensive process of trial and error. And for the most part, patients are undertaking this journey alone and often with little guidance. This week on The Cannabis Enigma Podcast we get together with Otha Smith III, CEO, and Founder at Tetragram, a smart, digital platform that helps users get the most out of medical cannabis. We each have a unique endocannabinoid system, which makes finding the right dosage and combination of products a challenging process. There is also a lack of access to healthcare professionals, and experts in the field, to guide patients through this complicated process. There is still a long way to go in building a model that serves all patients, but in the meantime, Tetragram is providing an essential service for bridging that gap. The app helps patients make sense of their journey by simplifying the information and supplying data-driven insights into their regimen and its effects. It includes a space for journaling, an imperative aspect of improving your experience, as well as tools for determining the chemical profile of the cannabis you’re using [...]
Make Your Own Cannabis Cocktails
Of all the ways cannabis can be consumed, infusing it in a cocktail may be the most fun. Not only is this a novel way to enjoy cannabis, it’s also an effective way to enjoy the health and wellness benefits. In this unique demonstration and discussion, Warren Bobrow, also known as the Cocktail Whisperer, showed us how to make a cannabis mocktail. He explained how infusing cocktails and mocktails with cannabis can help heal and relax the body and mind, providing a different approach to cannabis intake. Knowing how to make a cannabis cocktail in the right way can increase the chances of it being as beneficial as possible while also tasting great.Featured SpeakersBen Hartman - Senior Writer, The Cannigma (moderator)Warren Bobrow - Cannabis Alchemist; Co-Founder/CEO, KlausCodi Peterson, PharmD - Scientific Advisor, The Cannigma
Why Cannabis Dosing is Such a Drag
In this lively discussion with an expert panel we talked about why cannabis dosing is so important — and so challenging – while simultaneously answering questions about patient expectations, taking an active role in the treatment and how to use a dosing journal.
Power of the Flower
J and D talk to Codi Peterson, owner of PharmD Approved, about the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) -- the physiological system in our bodies that responds to cannabis. He shares what products are available to pediatric patients suffering from seizures and cancer. Codi also gets D to make a big confession and crushes the myth about cannabis and our memory. Our guest reviewer, G, tells listeners about the surprising efficacy of the CBD product he consumes in order to alleviate the pain of Crohn's disease. Vocabudulary lesson: Endocannabinoid system, aka ECS (n.): the complex cell-signaling system identified in the early 1990s by researchers exploring THC, a well-known cannabinoid. Epidiolex (n.): the first FDA‑approved prescription cannabidiol used to treat seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, Dravet syndrome, or tuberous sclerosis complex in patients 1 year of age and older. Marinol (n.): a man-made form of cannabis used to treat patients suffering from loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting due to cancer and chemotherapy. Transmucosal (adj.): supplying a medication through or across a mucous membrane (as of the mouth). For other sources to listen to this podcast please go to buzzsprout.com.
How Cannabis Affects Pain in the Human Body
Pain is nothing new, but using cannabis to treat it is becoming more popular. So, how does it work and how is it better than other pain medications? Here Codi Peterson, PharmD breaks it down. This educational video is sponsored by Tidal Health Solutions - https://tidalhealth.ca/.
How Cannabis Can be Neuroprotective and Help Athletes
Recent studies show that cannabis can be used to treat inflammation and could be a good option for athletes. Here Codi Peterson, PharmD breaks it down. This educational video is sponsored by Tidal Health Solutions - https://tidalhealth.ca/. Disclaimer: Before using cannabis consult your team union and medical advisor to determine what use is permitted in your sport.
