Loss of appetite can affect nearly every aspect of health. When patients stop eating well, energy drops, weight can change in unhealthy ways, medications become harder to tolerate, and recovery slows. Whether appetite loss is caused by chronic illness, pain, stress, or treatment side effects, it can be frustrating and sometimes frightening. Medical marijuana has …
The “munchies” are one of the most well-known side effects of cannabis use. For many, the surge of hunger is a welcome benefit, especially for patients dealing with appetite loss or nausea. However, not everyone wants—or needs—this side effect. The munchies can feel like an unwelcome guest for those managing their weight or avoiding unnecessary …
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Marinol versus Natural Medical Marijuana Marinol (dronabinol) is a US FDA-approved synthetic cannabinoid. It is often marketed as a legal pharmaceutical alternative to natural cannabis. But how does it compare to natural cannabis? Marinol is manufactured as a gelatin capsule containing synthetic delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in sesame oil. It is taken orally and is available in …
Nausea is one of the most unpleasant symptoms a person can experience. Whether it comes from a chronic illness, medication side effects, digestive disorders, migraines, or cancer treatment, persistent nausea can make it difficult to eat, sleep, work, and enjoy daily life. For some patients, standard anti-nausea medications work well. For others, they provide only …