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as cannabis legalization becomes more
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prevalent across the world its use among
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adults over 50 is also Rising while many
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are turning to cannabis for therapeutic
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reasons managing conditions like chronic
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pain or insomnia we need to understand
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the potential side effects particularly
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for this older demographic here are
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seven surprising side effects of
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cannabis for individuals age 50 and
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above number one heighten sensitivity
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and risk factors as we age our body's
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ability to metabolize substances goes
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through changes making older adults more
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sensitive and susceptible to cannabis
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and its effects individuals over 55 may
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be at a higher risk of experiencing all
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reactions but especially adverse ones
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this is especially true for those with
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pre-existing medical conditions such as
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liver or kidney disease be sure to
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consult a healthcare professional before
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adding cannabis to your lifestyle number
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two THC to CBD ratio making sure to
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choose the right cannabis is also very
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important for older adults going for
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products that have lower THC tetrah
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hydroc canaban levels and higher CBD
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canabidol is the recommended path to
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avoid intoxication and any adverse
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effects the feeling of highness comes
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from higher levels of THC CBD is known
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for its non- intoxicating properties and
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it may counteract some of thc's effects
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number three delayed onset and caution
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with Edibles there are many ways to
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ingest cannabis a popular one being
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Edibles due to the ease of consumption
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Edibles present unique considerations
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for older consumers though unlike
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smoking or vaping taking Edibles might
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result in a much more delayed reaction
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often taking up to 4 hours to peek this
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slower onset increases the risk of
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taking more because you don't feel
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anything leading to consuming more and
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having much stronger reactions all at
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once be patient with your Edibles number
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four cannabis with other substances it
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is highly unadvised to mix cannabis with
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Alcohol Tobacco or medications mixing
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substances can strengthen or weaken the
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effects of whatever cocktail of things
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are in your system and can increase the
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likelihood of bad reactions older adults
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who may already be on multiple
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medications should exercise caution
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before making any interaction decisions
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number five evolving potency of cannabis
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cannabis products have significantly
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increased in strength over the years as
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legalization has incentives for better
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growing techniques while this is great
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for the market it poses greater risks
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for older consumers compared to previous
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decades modern cannabis strains have
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which as previously stated contributes
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to Stronger psychoactive effects number
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six individual factors everyone responds
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a bit differently to cannabis so
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experience can vary widely amongst older
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adults factors like previous experience
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consumption method strain and overall
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health all play a role in how your
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response will go while some may be able
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to tolerate cannabis really well Others
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May experience heightened anxiety
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confusion or cognitive impairment with
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minimal consumption number seven
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long-term Health implications beside the
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immediate side effects long-term
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cannabis use May pose additional risks
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for older adults especially for those
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who have liver and kidney issues chronic
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use especially with high CBD doses can
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lead to liver and kidney complications
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making existing conditions worse while
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cannabis does shave promising
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therapeutic effects for all ages using
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it requires careful consideration of the
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potential risks and side effects before
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consumption by staying informed
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Consulting your Healthcare a
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professional and exercising moderation
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older individuals can harness and enjoy
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the benefits of cannabis while being
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sure they are minimizing adverse
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outcomes as legalization continues to
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spread education and awareness are key
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in ensuring the safe and responsible use
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of cannabis among all demographics how
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