Many women are turning to cannabis to help with sleep, anxiety, chronic pain, and other major health concerns. But figuring out what actually works for your individual needs can be surprisingly complicated. 

Dr. Poynor speaks with neuroscientist and world-renowned medical cannabis expert Dr. Staci Ann Gruber about the science behind THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids. Together, they break down the potential benefits of cannabis for women’s health, how to navigate different products safely, and best practices for first-time users.

Links to resources mentioned in this episode:

Marijuana Investigations for Neuroscientific Discovery (MIND) Program at McLean Hospital

Women’s Health Initiative at Mind (WHIM)

Medicinal Cannabis: History, Pharmacology, And Implications for the Acute Care Setting

The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids: The Current State of Evidence and Recommendations for Research

Marijuana impacts mood in bipolar disorder: a pilot study

Note: In this show, we use “women” as shorthand for people with XX chromosomes. We understand sex and gender are more complex, and acknowledge the experiences we describe reach beyond that word.

Many women are turning to cannabis to help with sleep, anxiety, chronic pain, and other major health concerns. But figuring out what actually works for your individual needs can be surprisingly complicated.&nbsp;
Dr. Poynor speaks with neuroscientist and world-renowned medical cannabis expert Dr. Staci Ann Gruber about the science behind THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids. Together, they break down the potential benefits of cannabis for women&rsquo;s health, how to navigate different products safely, and best practices for first-time users.
Links to resources mentioned in this episode:
<a href="https://www.drstacigruber.com/mind" data-airgap-id="11">Marijuana Investigations for Neuroscientific Discovery (MIND) Program at McLean Hospital</a>
<a href="https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/science/womens-health-initiative-whi" data-airgap-id="12">Women&rsquo;s Health Initiative at Mind (WHIM)</a>
<a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5312634/" data-airgap-id="13">Medicinal Cannabis: History, Pharmacology, And Implications for the Acute Care Setting</a>
<a href="https://www.nationalacademies.org/read/24625/chapter/1?utm_source=chatgpt.com" data-airgap-id="14">The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids: The Current State of Evidence and Recommendations for Research</a>
<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35444716/" data-airgap-id="15">Marijuana impacts mood in bipolar disorder: a pilot study</a>
Note: In this show, we use &ldquo;women&rdquo; as shorthand for people with XX chromosomes. We understand sex and gender are more complex, and acknowledge the experiences we describe reach beyond that word.

Why is it still so hard for women to find reliable, modern health information about their own bodies? On Decoding Women's Health, Dr. Elizabeth Poynor, chair of women’s health & gynecology at the Atria Health Institute, shares expert insights on women’s health, hormones, and longevity science to help you thrive at any stage of midlife and beyond.

Dr. Poynor, a world-renowned gynecologic oncologist and advanced pelvic surgeon, speaks with leading physicians, researchers, and educators to share the latest science on women’s wellness, disease prevention, and what it really means to age on your own terms. Each episode explores a different aspect of how to improve your health during midlife—from heart disease and genetic risks to metabolism, hormones nutrition, cognitive health, and beyond.

Whether you're in perimenopause, postmenopause, or simply looking for tools to prepare for the next chapter, take charge of your health—now and for the future—with expert guidance and practical advice to help you thrive. 

Why is it still so hard for women to find reliable, modern health information about their own bodies? On Decoding Women's Health, Dr. Elizabeth Poynor, chair of women&rsquo;s health &amp; gynecology at the Atria Health Institute, shares expert insights on women&rsquo;s health, hormones, and longevity science to help you thrive at any stage of midlife and beyond.
Dr. Poynor, a world-renowned gynecologic oncologist and advanced pelvic surgeon, speaks with leading physicians, researchers, and educators to share the latest science on women&rsquo;s wellness, disease prevention, and what it really means to age on your own terms. Each episode explores a different aspect of how to improve your health during midlife&mdash;from heart disease and genetic risks to metabolism, hormones nutrition, cognitive health, and beyond.
Whether you're in perimenopause, postmenopause, or simply looking for tools to prepare for the next chapter, take charge of your health&mdash;now and for the future&mdash;with expert guidance and practical advice to help you thrive.&nbsp;

Decoding Women's Health with Dr. Elizabeth Poynor

Decoding Medical Marijuana with Dr. Staci Ann Gruber

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