Blog
Submitted by Marie-Eve V. from Québec, Canada
I am 46 years old from Québec, Canada, born with Spina Bifida. I've been diagnosed with Hyponatremia, anemia and now my body rejects all nutrients from all sources.
Â
I couldn't move, I couldn’t sleep, and I was filled with hate and anger
Being hungry all the time intensifies aggressiveness and hate toward myself and others. Since childhood, I have...
Submitted by Scott L. from New Hampshire
I’m 34, live in New Hampshire, and was born in Massachusetts. I’ve lived with anxiety for as long as I can remember, but it intensified as my career took off and the weight of greater responsibility set in. What started as a quiet undercurrent in childhood became harder to ignore as the stakes grew higher.
Â
I was facing constant anxiety
The challenges ...
Â
By Debi Wimberley, Cannabis Specialist and Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter
Â
The data is in, and it's remarkable! After analyzing three years of data, we're seeing patterns that are revolutionizing cannabinoid therapy.Â
Â
The Big Discovery: Multi-Cannabinoid Formulas Win
Our experience database reveals something incredible! Multi-cannabinoid formulas consistently outperform si...
Â
By Debi Wimberley, Certified Cannabis Educator and Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter
Â
It’s Time To Rewrite The Story Of Mental Health Together
After three years of publishing the Effective Cannabis Newsletter, one thing is crystal clear:
Anxiety and Depression aren’t just conditions people want relief from; they’re signals.
Signals that something in the current medical health sys...
Submitted by Adam P. from Bucks County, Pennsylvania
Â
I am 27 years old. I am from Bucks County, Pennsylvania. I have been dealing with anxiety for 12 years and PTSD for 6 years.
Â
The challenges I was facing were often tied to my anxiety
But it worsened after a traumatic event when I was in college. I couldn't sleep due to racing thoughts and recurring nightmares. I would also put off sleep...
Â
Shared with permission from Dr. Benjamin Caplan
This article was originally published March 19, 2025, on the CED Clinic Blog.
Â
Expanding the Scope of Cannabis WellnessÂ
Cannabis isn’t just about pain relief, stress management, or sleep improvement—its effects extend far beyond. From metabolism and inflammation control to eye health and spiritual well-being, cannabinoids interact with nearl...
Â
By Linda Casale, MSN, RN, PMHN-BC
Medical Cannabis has gained significant attention for its therapeutic benefits in treating a variety of medical conditions. Derived from the Cannabis plant, cannabinoids such as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) interact with the body's Endocannabinoid System (ECS) to regulate various physiological processes. Evidence-based research highlights i...
Submitted by Marie B. from Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Â
I am 65, I live in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, and I’ve had these issues since I was 21.
Â
Living with Bipolar 1: sleeplessness, pain, and depression
I struggled with insomnia during manic episodes and, at other times, sank into deep depression. On top of that, back pain made everything harder, and at my lowest, I even had suicidal...
Â
Host: Debi Wimberley- Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter
Guest: Miyabe Shields, Ph.D and Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D
Â
What You’ll Learn from This Conversation: This conversation dives into the crucial role of the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) in maintaining health, why it remains overlooked in modern medicine, and how scientific advancements are uncovering its potential. Scientists Miya...
Â
By Angel Johansen - Certified Cannabis Educator
Â
When menopause begins—or even long before it officially starts—women often feel like they’re losing themselves. Hormones go haywire, moods shift unpredictably, temperature regulation feels impossible, restful sleep becomes a distant memory, and mental clarity seems out of reach. And what’s the solution most often offered? “Just deal with it.”
...
Â
By Debi Wimberley, Certified Cannabis Educator and Founder of the Effective Cannabis NewsletterÂ
Â
Hey there, let’s talk about something real!
How many times have you walked into a doctor’s office, explained what’s going on with your body, and then left, feeling unheard? Like your symptoms were brushed off, your concerns dismissed, and you were handed a prescription and matter of factly told...
Â
Hemp for Victory presents Prescriptions vs Cannabis: A Veterans Choice. Virtual panel discussion.
Shared with the generous permission of Hemp for Victory.Â
Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions around PTSD, trauma, suicide, and the challenges with pain management and mental health, which may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care while listening if these topics ar...
THE EFFECTIVE CANNABIS NEWSLETTER
Want Reliable Information on Medical Cannabis Every Month?
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter with rotating topics
You're safe with us. We will never spam you or sell your contact info.