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10th July 2025

Does Cannabis Lower Blood Pressure?

At CB1 Medical, we are often asked whether medical cannabis can lower blood pressure. The simple answer is that cannabis may affect blood pressure—but the effect depends on several factors, including the type of cannabis…

30th June 2025

Weed Shakes: What They Are and How to Manage Them

At CB1 Medical, we often hear questions about unexpected side effects of cannabis-based medicines. One lesser-known but fairly common experience is what many refer to as “weed shakes” — involuntary muscle tremors or spasms that…

27th June 2025

Does Cannabis go out of date?

At CB1 Medical, we’re often asked: does cannabis go out of date? While cannabis doesn’t spoil like food, it can lose potency, flavour, and therapeutic value over time — and in some cases, even develop…

17th June 2025

How Long Does the Smell of Cannabis Last?

When it comes to prescribed medical cannabis in the UK, its distinctive smell is one of the most common concerns among patients. Whether you’re at home, at work, or out in public, the scent of…

12th June 2025

From Frustration to Relief: Naomi’s Medical Cannabis Journey for Fibromyalgia & EDS

Naomi’s story is one that resonates with so many across the UK — years of chronic pain, countless medications, and little relief. But in under two weeks, things changed. Here’s how. Contents Living with Fibromyalgia…

29th May 2025

How long does CBD stay in your system?

As more patients turn to cannabidiol (CBD) for its potential therapeutic benefits, one question we often hear at CB1 Medical is: how long does CBD stay in your system? Whether you’re taking CBD for pain,…

22nd May 2025

Irradiated Cannabis: What Patients Need to Know

If you’ve ever looked closely at your prescription and seen the words irradiated cannabis or gamma-irradiated, you might’ve raised an eyebrow. It’s not exactly the kind of label that inspires confidence — but what does…

20th May 2025

What Is Considered High THC? Understanding THC Levels and Their Meaning

At CB1 Medical, we often get questions about THC — the cannabinoid responsible for many of cannabis’s effects. Patients, healthcare professionals, and curious readers alike want to understand: what is a high THC level? This…

15th May 2025

THC Oil: A Comprehensive Guide to Everything You Need to Know

THC oil is a concentrated extract derived from the cannabis plant, containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) — the primary psychoactive compound responsible for many of cannabis’s therapeutic effects. In medical contexts, THC oil is used to help…

14th May 2025

What does cannabis smell like? A medical look at aromas, terpenes, and treatment

If you’ve ever walked past someone and caught a whiff of something earthy, pungent, or slightly sweet — and wondered if it was cannabis — you’re not alone. But beyond the obvious “skunky” smell, there’s…