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Good Morning, I'm Looking Into Trying CBD. Anyone On The Team Using CBD? What's Your Opinion On It?

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Glen Burine, MD
September 29, 2024
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I tried what they sell here in Alabama may not be as good but I ate the gummys and it did nothing for me

September 29, 2024
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Good morning! Some people with Parkinson's use medical marijuana, including CBD, as a complementary therapy to treat symptoms like pain, mood problems, and sleep disorders. It's important to inform your doctor about all treatments you incorporate, including CBD, to avoid potential interactions and correctly interpret any Show Full Answer

Good morning! Some people with Parkinson's use medical marijuana, including CBD, as a complementary therapy to treat symptoms like pain, mood problems, and sleep disorders. It's important to inform your doctor about all treatments you incorporate, including CBD, to avoid potential interactions and correctly interpret any side effects. While CBD can reduce pain, treat convulsions, act as a sedative, and reduce mental effects of medical cannabis, more research is needed to fully understand its benefits for Parkinson's.

September 29, 2024

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