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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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Does cannabis make women sleep worse?

The Cannigma

Women who regularly use cannabis are more likely to suffer from sleep issues than male cannabis users, a new study has found. The earlier female participants reported first using cannabis, the more likely they are to have self-reported sleep issues, the researchers found. How cannabis can affect sleep for both genders.

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How MMJ Can Help Treat Sleep Disorders

MMJ Recs

The use of medical marijuana for sleep disorders has also been gaining attention. Recent studies have shown that it can improve a person’s sleep quality and duration, as well as restless leg syndrome. This is attributed to the effects that MMJ has on sleep cycles. What is a sleep disorder? Obstructive sleep apnea.

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Trouble Sleeping: Cannabis for Insomnia Relief

MMJ Recs

Many patients are turning to cannabis for insomnia relief, seeking its potential to improve sleep quality and duration. Insomnia is a common sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing non-restorative sleep despite having the opportunity to sleep.

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Cannabis and Sleep: How to Improve Sleep Quality with Medical Marijuana

United Patients Group

Effective, good-quality sleep is an essential aspect of overall health and well-being. Sleep enables the body to recharge, heal, and function optimally, while a lack of sleep is known to contribute to a range of health issues, including mood and mental disorders, reduced cognitive function, and a weakened immune system.

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Study: Adult Use Retail Customers Frequently Substitute Cannabis for Opioids, Other Prescription Drugs

NORML

Adults who purchase retail cannabis typically report using it to mitigate pain and to improve sleep, and often use it in place of conventional medications, according to data published online today in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs.

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Could CBN really help you sleep? Consumer study data suggest yes.

The Cannigma

CBN has made headlines and claimed shelf space as the next best cannabinoid for sleep. MoreBetter, creators of the Releaf App, is using this real world data to push back against the claim that there’s no evidence that CBN can help people sleep. It also, allegedly, helps with sleep (more on that below). Back to our study.

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