Cannabis Increasingly Used for Menopause Symptom Relief

Cannabis is increasingly being used by menopausal women to address concerns ranging from insomnia to hot flashes. The use of cannabis is often associated with men seeking relief from medical conditions. Now, many aging baby boomers are using marijuana for symptom relief. "We've seen a lot of women who are coming in and extremely interested in learning about what cannabis can do for them," said Dr. Jordan Tishler, a Harvard-trained physician and expert in cannabinoid medicine who's president of InhaleMD Boston clinic focused on medical marijuana." And they're coming because they have problems that aren't going away."

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The use of cannabis is often associated with men seeking relief from medical conditions.

The use of cannabis is often associated with men seeking relief from medical conditions. However, it has also been used by women for the same purpose.

Menopause symptoms can vary from woman to woman and may include hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings and sleep problems. Some women experience these symptoms every day or almost every day for several months at a time; others only experience them occasionally during specific periods in their lives (e.g., perimenopause). Cannabis has been shown to help alleviate these menopausal symptoms because it works directly on the endocannabinoid system (ECS), which is responsible for regulating body homeostasis—the maintenance of constant internal conditions within an organism’s cells and organs—and affects how our bodies handle stressors like exercise and food intake; how we feel emotionally; what we think about ourselves physically/mentally/spiritually etcetera...

Cannabis is a plant that contains compounds called cannabinoids. Cannabinoids have been used for centuries to treat a variety of medical conditions, including chronic pain, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.

The use of cannabis as medicine has increased in recent years due to its status as a Schedule 1 substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). This means it has no accepted medical use in any country and there are no approved trials showing its value for treating symptoms such as menopause symptoms. However many states have legalized marijuana for recreational use on their own terms with varying degrees of success; many others allow for limited access through dispensary licenses or doctor recommendations if you live close enough (or have enough money).

Now, many aging baby boomers are using marijuana for symptom relief.

As a result, many aging baby boomers are using marijuana for symptom relief.

The market for cannabis products for menopausal women is estimated to be between $250 million and $600 million in 2020.

The number of women over 50 who use cannabis has risen from 4% in 2000 to 10% by 2013 according to a survey conducted by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).

Cannabis, which has been used as medicine for thousands of years, and is legal for medical purposes in 29 states and the District of Columbia, has been increasingly used by menopausal women to address concerns ranging from insomnia to hot flashes.

Cannabis, which has been used as medicine for thousands of years and is legal for medical purposes in 29 states and the District of Columbia, has been increasingly used by menopausal women to address concerns ranging from insomnia to hot flashes.

Cannabis contains chemicals called cannabinoids that have been shown to have beneficial effects on anxiety, depression and pain—all issues that can creep up during perimenopause or menopause. Some studies have shown that taking a small amount of cannabis (orally) can help relieve hot flashes; others have found it reduces sleep disorders related to perimenopause or postpartum depression; while still others have suggested it could be helpful in treating some symptoms associated with endometriosis or fibromyalgia or at least improving sleep quality.

"We've seen a lot of women who are coming in and extremely interested in learning about what cannabis can do for them," said Dr. Jordan Tishler, a Harvard-trained physician and expert in cannabinoid medicine. He's president of InhaleMD in Boston, a clinic focused on medical marijuana. "And they're coming in because they have problems that aren't going away."

"We've seen a lot of women who are coming in and extremely interested in learning about what cannabis can do for them," said Dr. Jordan Tishler, a Harvard-trained physician and expert in cannabinoid medicine. He's president of InhaleMD in Boston, a clinic focused on medical marijuana. "And they're coming in because they have problems that aren't going away."

Tishler says that one of the most common complaints he hears from menopausal women is pain—from back pain to arthritis to migraines and more—and many are using it as an alternative treatment for those issues instead of taking prescription drugs or resorting to other methods such as hot baths or ice packs (which can lead to skin irritation).

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Although menopause is a time to celebrate, it also means that you'll start to notice symptoms that can make life more difficult.

In addition to the physical changes you're going through, your body may be experiencing some emotional changes as well. These include:

• Feeling anxious or irritable
• Difficulty sleeping at night
• Increased cravings for chocolate and other sugary treats

If any of these symptoms sound familiar—or if they're affecting your quality of life—talk with your doctor about whether cannabis might be beneficial in relieving these symptoms.

Takeaway:

• Takeaway: Cannabis can be used to treat menopause symptoms, including hot flashes and mood swings.
• Cannabis is legal in many states, and many women have found relief from their symptoms through the use of cannabis.

Conclusion

The use of cannabis is often associated with men seeking relief from medical conditions. Now, many aging baby boomers are using marijuana for symptom relief. Cannabis, which has been used as medicine for thousands of years, and is legal for medical purposes in 29 states and the District of Columbia, has been increasingly used by menopausal women to address concerns ranging from insomnia to hot flashes. "We've seen a lot of women who are coming in and extremely interested in learning about what cannabis can do for them," said Dr. Jordan Tishler, a Harvard-trained physician and expert in cannabinoid medicine. He's president of InhaleMD in Boston, a clinic focused on medical marijuana