Florida is a populous state of the United States with one of the best economies in the country. It has an unemployment rate of 3.5% in 2018. The state has many thriving industries that fuel its economy, including the healthcare sector.

If you are suffering from the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) called Crohn’s disease (CD) in Florida, you can try using medical cannabis as a treatment. However, you need to secure a Florida medical marijuana card first before you can buy from the accredited dispensaries in the state.

What is Crohn’s Disease?

Crohns Disease is one of the types of IBD that irritates and inflames parts of your digestive tract, particularly your colon and small intestine. There is no treatment yet for CD, but there are natural and medical remedies you can try to alleviate your symptoms.

Among the symptoms of CD are abdominal tenderness and pain, rectal bleeding, chronic diarrhea, appetite loss, fever, and weight loss. If left untreated, your CD can cause both local and systemic complications. It is, therefore, essential to control the disease to avoid its complications.

How Medical Marijuana Benefits Crohns Disease Patients

Medical cannabis’ popularity is snowballing due to its proven therapeutic capabilities. Based on several studies, the therapeutic effects of the marijuana plant come from its chemical contents called delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD).

In the study published in the October 2019 issue of “Digestive Diseases and Sciences,” patients using marijuana were at lower risk of an intra-abdominal abscess and active fistulizing disease. They are also less likely to require parenteral nutrition, colectomy, or blood product transfusion.

Another study showed that CD sufferers who use medical marijuana were at low risks for anemia, colorectal cancer, and requiring parenteral nutrition. Other research also found that cannabis use lessens abdominal pain, controls nausea, minimizes diarrhea, and increases the appetite of CD patients. 

If you want to try medical cannabis to manage your CD, make sure to secure a Florida medical marijuana card to avoid legal and logistical issues when purchasing it.

Famous Medicinal Cannabis Strains

There are various types of Crohn’s, and patients with this disease could benefit from therapeutic cannabis strains. Check out this famous medicinal cannabis that could help people manage signs and symptoms of Crohn’s disease.

Platinum Cookies

This strain gives you a full-body high with a humble convincing opacity. Then, you may feel having a euphoria, and it gives a relaxation feeling into your body. Most recreational users that need to feel more positive and have a great rest and sleep usually love taking Platinum Cookies strain.

Skywalker

Skywalker is a great cannabis strain since it delivers a balanced feeling of happiness and relaxation.

With the right amount of dosage, it does not give you a couch-lock feeling. Most consumers of Skywalker are more aware that this kind of cannabis strain is ideal to use during the afternoon to evening.

When it comes to its medicinal use, those patients who have lost their appetite because of a massive condition, such as Crohn’s disease, liver failure, AIDS, and even cancer, can get most benefits from its munchies effect. This strain is also a great painkiller if you have some issues, such as migraines and arthritis.

Sour Diesel x OG Kush

Sour Diesel X OG Kush is a hybrid cannabis variety. It has a 16 to 21% THC content. Most consumers find this hybrid cannabis strain as a perfect choice for controlling pains, stress, and even depression. It is best to consume during the day as it wakes the mind of those who use it. This strain also provides a euphoric high yet relaxed effect that stays within an hour.

In medical use, it’s usually used to give some comfort in such common pains, like those brought about by autoimmune diseases, like Crohn’s disease. This strain also helps patients who are experiencing a psychological problem to cope with their inner battles.

Other Natural Remedies for CD Management

Doctors recommend both medical and natural remedies to alleviate your CD. Here are some of the natural alternatives to manage your disease:

  • Eat the right kinds of food to avoid or lessen your flare-ups. Among the recommended foods are lean meat, oily fish, refined grains, green tea, juices, low-fiber fruits like bananas, watermelon, and peaches, as well as dairy products like yogurt.
  • If you experience a flare-up, consume a liquid diet to rest your digestive system. Consult with your physician on what special fluids to take to make sure you still get the proper amount of nutrients.
  • Try acupuncture from a licensed practitioner.
  • Engage in mindfulness techniques and stress-relieving exercises like yoga to minimize flare-ups and maintain the normal function of your intestines.
  • Consume turmeric tablets, teas, extracts, or capsules to treat CD-triggered inflammation.
  • Some studies also showed that camel’s milk and pineapple extracts could treat inflammation.
  • Practice the biofeedback method with the help of a licensed therapist to control your physical symptoms with your brain.

Suffering from life-long conditions like Crohns Disease can affect the quality of your life adversely. To minimize your discomfort, experiment on the best remedies to manage your symptoms. If you find medical cannabis as useful, make sure to secure a card to procure your supply legally.