Midwest Cannabis Nurse

06/03/2026

For those who may have missed this one...

05/29/2026

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🧠 Why is cannabis overdose considered extremely unlikely?

The answer lies in the brain.

The brainstem, which controls breathing and cardiovascular function, contains very few CB1 cannabinoid receptors. Because cannabinoids interact primarily with these receptors, they do not significantly suppress respiration.

In contrast, opioids act on receptors that are highly concentrated in the brainstem, which is why opioid overdose can stop breathing.

🌿 This difference in receptor distribution is a key reason why fatal overdose from cannabis alone has not been documented in scientific literature.

Understanding the endocannabinoid system helps clinicians better evaluate both the safety and therapeutic potential of cannabinoids.

05/28/2026

Oldie but a goodie... WhyWednesday

05/21/2026

Why Wednesday 🌿

Breaking down cannabis science in 10 seconds.

This week: Why synthetic cannabinoids aren’t the same as cannabis.

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New Why Wednesday every week.

05/18/2026

Why Wednesday is coming 🌿

Not everything called a cannabinoid behaves the same way.

Synthetic cannabinoids may interact with the same receptor system as cannabis — but that does not mean they produce the same effects.

This week’s Why Wednesday breaks down why that difference matters.

🎥 New reel drops Wednesday.

05/13/2026

Why Wednesday 🌿

Breaking down cannabis science in 10 seconds.

This week: Why CBD is used for some seizure disorders.

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New Why Wednesday every week.

05/11/2026

Why Wednesday is coming 🌿

When most people think of cannabis, seizure disorders probably aren’t the first thing that comes to mind.

But certain CBD-based therapies are used in some pediatric seizure conditions because of how they interact with brain signaling.

This week’s Why Wednesday breaks down the science simply.

🎥 New reel drops Wednesday.

05/06/2026

Why Wednesday 🌿

Breaking down cannabis science in 10 seconds.

This week: Why your goal matters when using cannabis.

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New Why Wednesday every week.

05/04/2026

Why Wednesday is coming 🌿

When people talk about cannabis, they often focus on the product or the dose. But one of the most overlooked factors is why you’re using it in the first place.

Different goals... like relaxation, sleep, or focus can lead to completely different experiences, even with the same product.

This week’s Why Wednesday breaks down why your goal matters more than you think.

🎥 New reel drops Wednesday.

05/01/2026

More frequent use doesn’t equal better control. 🌱