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  • Cannabis Can Help Painful Menstrual Cramps

    Cannabis Can Help Painful Menstrual Cramps

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    It can be a miserable time of month – especially for those who suffer extreme pain….but cannabis can help.

    It is a fact of life and comes almost like clockwork. Some 60% of woman have mild cramps during their period and about 5% to 15% report period pain that’s so severe that it affects their daily activities. Experts aren’t quite sure why some have more pain others.  Since this is a little research area, some scientist rely on everyone’s body is different. Symptoms include aching, throbbing pain or a feeling of pressure in the abdomen, pain in the hips, lower back and inner thighs along with nausea, dizziness and headaches.  The good news is cannabis can help painful menstrual cramps.

    RELATED: Can CBD Help With PMS?

    Some simple ways to help reduce the pain is to ensure you have enough rest and avoid caffeine, alcohol and cigarettes. Cannabis is proven to have medical benefits, especially with inflammation and pain relief. Marijuana expands blood vessels which helps reduce cramps, and relieve headaches and other minor pain. It is also fast acting, often quicker than natural or other medicines.

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    While edibles and smoking may help, many women are turning to topicals and cannabis suppositories for pain relief. With 50% of the country having access to legal weed, it can be considered a viable option.  While more research needs to be done, anecdotal data indicts it can help and quickly.

    Suppositories or cannabis tampons can provide quick pain relief. They take around 15 minutes to work, and directly affect the pelvis muscles and uterus, relaxing the insides and reducing tension. Best to use them right before bed or when you’re going to be laying down for a while. Relax, and be sure to wear something for the sake of your underwear.

    Another way is cannabis bath salts. An effective way to combat pain and period cramps is relaxation, which can be facilitated with a nice long bath and some fancy bath salts.  They can provide relief for up to 5 hours but might leave you a little loopy afterwards.

    RELATED: The Best Tips To Up Your Intimacy Game While High

    A cannabis balm can be used anywhere on the body, including the the site of the cramps.  It is an analgesic, so if the cramps are particularly powerful, add a spoonful of the balm to the insides of your vagina and let it melt. Do this when you have time to let the balm do it’s work.

    Studies have shown can also lift moods, and more than just temporarily.  Marijuana can also help minimize mood swings and bring overall mood stability. Cannabis can aid in the regulation of our brain’s neurotransmitters which can help us get better control of our emotions.

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  • Chilly? Make Some Marijuana-Infused Turmeric Hot Cocoa

    Chilly? Make Some Marijuana-Infused Turmeric Hot Cocoa

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    It is cold outside, which means it time to turn to a classic warm drink – cocoa.  Except this modern version has marijuana and turmeric

    When the temperatures drop, people turns to they’re a classic love. A survey of those over 21 or found the nation’s favorite winter drink is a cocoa classic: hot chocolate. It is the top choice of women (35%), men (30%), and adults under the age of 50 (34%).  So why not give it al modern flair – make some marijuana-infused turmeric hot cocoa.

    RELATED: Gunpowder Green Tea Syrup: The Condiment You Didn’t Know You Needed 

    In India’s Ayurvedic medical culture, turmeric powder or juice is given to people with many gripes, particularly for pain and inflammation. Somewhere in the internet, golden milk was touted as an ‘ancient Indian secret’ and though it’s often added to milk in India, this concept seems to be an interpretation rather than an authentic classic. Interpretation being the specialty of any chef looking to stash the power of cannabis, a desire to take hot cocoa to the next level spawned this awesome take on two favorites.

    RELATED: When Alcohol Won’t Do: How To Make A Quick Marijuana Raspberry Shrub

    What you end up with is quite delicious and is the perfect vehicle to get maximum benefit from turmeric. Combining it with hot cocoa is utterly divine, adding the devils lettuce, makes it not only literally intoxicating, it’s ingredients push through both the THC and turmeric’s curcumin faster and better than most consumables. Black pepper and cardamom, both enhance your stone and help the turmeric work its magic, and since everything is fat soluble, it will play nicely together.

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    Cannabis Infused Golden Hot Cocoa

    Recipe by Danielle Guercio

    • 2 T Cocoa
    • 1 T Demerara sugar
    • 1 tsp Turmeric
    • 3-5 Black cardamom pods (OR dip a toothpick in essential oil and then dip in milk)
    • A few cracks of a black pepper grinder
    • A ½ inch nub of fresh ginger
    • ¼ c Half and half (you can use any milk here dairy or not)
    • ½ tsp Cannabis coconut oil or butter*
    • ⅔ c Boiling water
    Photo by Darnell Scott

    In a mug, add cocoa and sugar put aside. If you are using a milk frother, lightly crack spices except turmeric and add to mug with cocoa. Without a milk frother, use a dry saucepan to lightly toast the cardamom and pepper before heating milk, do not boil, do not pour milk over flame.

    Photo by Darnell Scott

    While milk is heating, boil water separately and pour over cocoa, stirring thoroughly. Remove milk from heat and stir in infused oil and turmeric. Let stand for a few seconds, then slowly pour over cocoa.

    Photo by Darnell Scott

    *Cannabis Infused Coconut Oil

    Put ¼ cup coconut oil in a clean mason jar with decarboxylated starting material (20 min at 225 in a sealed container for raw cannabis, 10 for hash and wax). Seal the Mason jar and placed in a warm water bath for 1 hour. Cool the Mason jar to room temperature and place in a freezer overnight. The next day, defrost and place in a water bath once more, just to heat through. Strain if using raw cannabis. If using a concentrate or hash you won’t have to strain the material.

    If you want to get really weird, you can use some boozy rum cream with the milk, and it will be mildly alcoholic, but incredibly tasty. Drink up when you’re feeling under the weather in any way–inflammation doesn’t just mean injuries and sore muscles, it counts for sinuses and PMS too.

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  • Premenstrual Exacerbation: When Your Period Can Be Life-Threatening

    Premenstrual Exacerbation: When Your Period Can Be Life-Threatening

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    Feb. 24, 2023 – Most women are aware of the emotional ups and downs that can occur before their monthly period, known as  PMS, or  premenstrual syndrome. Some women’s PMS symptoms are so severe that they may receive a diagnosis  of  PMDD, or premenstrual dysphoric disorder, which often  comes with severe mood swings. But a lesser-known condition might be the worst of all: premenstrual exacerbation, or PME. 

    PME occurs when there are hormonal changes in the luteal phase of your cycle, between ovulation and menstruation. One or 2 weeks before a woman’s period, PME can cause the symptoms of a preexisting disorder, like major depression, generalized anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar illness, or other mood disorders, to flare. One study found that 58% of women with depressive disorders also have PME, raising their risk of suicide during this premenstrual phase. 

    “PME, PMS, and PMDD are all related to mood problems before your period,” says Lauren M. Osborne, MD,  vice chair for clinical research in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital in New York City. “The difference is, women with PMS and PMDD don’t have a mood disorder. PME causes really significant mood symptoms 2 weeks before a woman’s period if she has an underlying mental health condition.”

    Women with PME show an abnormally heightened sensitivity to fluctuating sex hormones during their menstrual cycle, which appears to be its trigger, according to German researchers. 

    What Are the Symptoms of PME? 

    PME can manifest itself through “premenstrual breakthrough.” This means that symptoms of a mental health condition that can be controlled when a woman isn’t premenstrual become more obvious when she is. For example, if a woman takes medication for bipolar disorder, she may find that the dose that normally works well suddenly isn’t preventing her from having mood shifts. 

    “The difference between PMS, PMDD, and PME is often a different symptom quality,” says Monica Rosen, MD, an obstetrician-gynecologist at University of Michigan Health Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI. “You can feel anxiety before your period with PMS or PMDD, but with PME, you’ll have a full panic attack.”

    According to the International Association for Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD), symptoms of the following conditions can also worsen due to PME:

    • Alcoholism
    • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
    • Borderline personality disorder
    • Schizophrenia
    • Eating disorders 
    • Posttraumatic stress disorder
    • Persistent depressive disorder
    • Psychosis
    • Substance use disorders

    How Is PME Diagnosed? 

    PME is not yet a recognized diagnosis on its own. Rather, it is linked to the diagnosis of an underlying mental health condition.

    “It’s much harder to manage a depressive episode or anxiety attack when it comes on seemingly out of nowhere,” says Sabrina Romanoff, PsyD, a clinical psychologist in New York City. “In PME you have the advantage of time, which affords knowledge of the days which might be more difficult.”

    But “many women who have PME haven’t recognized that they have a mood disorder,” says Osborne. “They may have undiagnosed depression, and seeking help for PME symptoms is often the way they get that diagnosis.”  

    According to the IAPMD, about half of women who seek medical help for what they believe is either PMS or PMDD discover they actually have PME, or a psychiatric condition they were unaware of. 

    To confirm PME, a doctor will most likely ask the patient to note how they feel right before their period.  

    “It’s important to be self-aware of what specific symptoms trigger you,” Rosen says. “Many of my patients use a tracking app, which is very helpful in identifying how you feel on any given day.”  

    How Is PME Treated? 

    PME is primarily addressed by treating the mental health condition that causes your symptoms to worsen.  

    “For women who do have a diagnosis and are using antidepressants, bumping up the dose during their premenstrual period may stop their symptoms,” says Osborne. “Sometimes when we properly treat depression, PME goes away.”

    If not, stepping up other forms of treatment can make a difference. 

    “Talk therapy is always helpful,” says Rosen. “Also, medication to help with hormone cycling such as birth control pills or rings can work for many women.” As a last resort, some women may elect to have surgical menopause to stop extreme PME symptoms.

    It’s important to know that self-help can also make a big difference in gaining relief from PME. 

    For instance, it might be helpful for women who have PME to rearrange their schedule the days before their period to lighten the workload and avoid excess stress as much as possible. 

    Those struggling with PME should also avoid isolating themselves from others.  

    “Schedule time with your friends in advance,” suggests Romanoff, as this sense of connection can help lessen symptoms. Patients can also find PME support groups online, to talk with other patients who can offer great advice.

    The bottom line: “PME is controllable,” says Romanoff. 

    Take PME seriously, but don’t focus on fear. Instead, seek out the help you need, and look forward to feeling better.

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  • A Teen Girl’s Diet Could Impact Her Odds for Menstrual Pain

    A Teen Girl’s Diet Could Impact Her Odds for Menstrual Pain

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    By Cara Murez 

    HealthDay Reporter

    WEDNESDAY, Oct. 12, 2022 (HealthDay News) — While working on a senior research project as part of her undergraduate degree from Rutgers University, Serah Sannoh decided to analyze peer-reviewed studies on diet and menstrual period pain, partly because of her own struggles with the issue.
     

    What did she find? Sannoh reported in her new study that her research showed foods high in omega-6 fatty acids promoted inflammation, a key culprit in menstrual pain, whereas a diet high in foods with omega-3 fatty acids reduced inflammation.

    Menstrual pain, also known as dysmenorrhea, happens when muscles in the uterus contract. Prostaglandins, chemicals involved in inflammatory responses, make matters worse.

    “I would just suggest that young women take a look at your lifestyle and the diet that you have, dietary behaviors, and see if there are any changes that could help improve the pain that they experience,” said Sannoh, now a medical student at Temple University in Philadelphia.

    While 90% of adolescent girls report menstrual pain, many don’t seek treatment. It is a leading cause of school absences for young women, according to the study.

    Those foods that Sannoh’s research pinpointed as being problematic are also popular, including red meat, sugar, salt, dairy, coffee and oils.

    “The American diet is very high in omega-6 fatty acids,” Sannoh said.

    People on a vegan diet had the lowest rates of inflammation, the research showed.

    “Diet does have an effect on your health, and I feel that this is often overlooked,” Sannoh said. “Sometimes people would just want to see if there’s a medication that they could take. And that’s fine, but if there’s a way to holistically stop a beginning step in this painful cascade, I feel like that would be better for some people to adopt and it will also help them improve their health overall.”

    Still, more research is needed, Sannoh said.
     

    “I believe that this could be applied to all ages, but that’s another reason why I would like more research done on this subject so that we could see the actual effects of these diets long-term,” she added.

    Sannoh was scheduled to present her findings Wednesday at the North American Menopause Society annual meeting, in Atlanta. Such research is considered preliminary until published in a peer-reviewed journal.

    Dr. Monica Christmas, director of the University of Chicago’s Center for Women’s Integrated Health, further explained the impact of prostaglandins. High levels may increase constriction of the blood vessels that supply blood to the uterus. When restricting that blood flow, it can cause cramping.

    “That’s why ibuprofen or Midol or Aleve — all of the non-steroidals — work is because you’re taking something that blocks that prostaglandin release and you minimize that vasoconstriction process,” Christmas said. “With this study, they’re saying, ‘Hey, look, can we have people just adhere to an anti-inflammatory diet and is that enough to block the prostaglandin release so that you don’t get that vasoconstriction?’ And it seems to be.”

    In her own life, Christmas follows a mostly plant-based diet because of the health benefits, with some exceptions for occasional dairy and sushi.

    While Christmas often works with patients in menopause, sometimes they arrive in her office with significant symptoms, including rapid weight gain, mood swings and arthritis. But an earlier transition to a less inflammatory diet could help.

    “If you’ve got adolescents that are really honing in on adhering to an anti-inflammatory diet, which is also really just a healthy way to eat at an early age, do we really offset some of the things that they may experience later on?” Christmas asked.

    Eating foods that are inflammatory can also increase risk for diabetes, arthritis and heart disease, Christmas noted.

    Christmas recommends eating a Mediterranean diet, full of colorful fruits, green leafy vegetables, brown rice or whole grains, oatmeal, and fresh herbs and spices.

    “Having people nourish their bodies with foods that are going to have them have their most optimal health, longevity, think better, function better and live an overall healthy life, and minimize their risk of co-morbidities that increase as we get older, I think is just the best way to eat,” Christmas said.

    More information
     

    The U.S. National Library of Medicine has more on period pain.
     

     

     

    SOURCES:Serah Sannoh, BS, graduate, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, N.J.; Monica Christmas, MD, associate professor, obstetrics and gynecology, director, Center for Women’s Integrated Health, University of Chicago, and board member, North American Menopause Society, Chicago; North American Menopause Society annual meeting, Atlanta, Oct. 12-15, 2022

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  • HotelRunner Introduces the Sales-First, Unified Property Management System at No Additional Cost to Businesses

    HotelRunner Introduces the Sales-First, Unified Property Management System at No Additional Cost to Businesses

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    updated: Jun 17, 2021


    LONDON, June 17, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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    HotelRunner, the world’s leading travel technology platform, has taken a major step towards facilitating access to technology for all types of accommodation with the development of HotelRunner PMS (Property Management System): an innovation that will accelerate the digital transformation of the global tourism industry. 

    The new powerful HotelRunner PMS – which is fully integrated with all the products and services offered by HotelRunner as well as third-party applications – is designed to meet all the requirements of a hotelier, from daily operations to high-level needs and requests, for no additional cost.

    All features of the Property Management System have been developed with consideration for the sales and profitability of every aspect of an accommodation business, from the front desk and cashier operations, to housekeeping and guest relations.

    Aiming to digitalise the tourism and accommodation industries with a suite of dedicated products and services, HotelRunner is on its way to becoming the world’s leading one-stop-shop service provider, focused on increasing revenues of businesses of all size with its growing product range.

    Working with more than 41,000 properties; thousands of agencies, and partners from 193 countries, HotelRunner has been bringing partners together with cost-efficient and high-level technology for a decade. 

    Cihan Coşkuntuncel, Director of Supply Partnerships at HotelRunner, commented on the new member of the HotelRunner product family: “Businesses operating throughout the global tourism and accommodation industries continue to face unprecedented challenges. For HotelRunner, it was vital we remain committed and focused on investing in technology and innovation. As a result of years of planning, we are taking firm steps forward in offering an inclusive solution supported by high-level technology to all our partners, especially our properties. 

    “We have made significant progress on our ambition to deliver a solution to all the needs of our partners on a single platform at an affordable price. Our next goal is to introduce HotelRunner PMS to our network of over 41,000 properties and to complete their operational transformation without any additional costs. HotelRunner PMS is a perfect solution, especially for small and medium-sized properties looking to manage their operations effectively using a digital system.”

    Yiğit Can Bacakoğlu, Director of Technology at HotelRunner, said: “Having spent ten years providing our partners with world-leading tourism technology we have acquired unparalleled insight into the challenges and requirements of accommodation businesses of all size. Through this insight, and our own personal industry experience, we have been able to develop HotelRunner PMS: a user-friendly, all-inclusive, customizable, cost-effective, and intuitive Property Management System. We are proud to meet all the requirements of a property on our platform, which we currently support with numerous products and services.”

    Leading the digital transformation of the tourism industry with its strategic partnerships worldwide; innovative products and services, and industrial experience, HotelRunner aims to increase the sales and profitability of accommodation properties with the brand new and powerful next generation HotelRunner PMS, expanding its dealer network and increasing its registered the properties to 50,000 by the end of the year.

    HotelRunner PMS pre-launch

    HotelRunner PMS was pre-released to a limited audience of 1,200 properties from 32 countries. The success of this launch coupled with growing demand has seen this comprehensive Property Management System launched for global use. 

    About HotelRunner

    HotelRunner is a distribution platform and B2B network for accommodations and travel agencies to find, contract, connect and transact with each other online. HotelRunner has more than 41,000 accommodation partners and thousands of travel agency partners from 193 countries. HotelRunner is a Booking.com Premier Partner, Expedia Elite Connectivity Partner, Airbnb Software Partner, Agoda Innovative Supplier, Oracle Gold, Hotelbeds, and Google Hotel Ads Partner.

    Media Contact:

    Andrew Gogus
    media@hotelrunner.com

    Source: HotelRunner

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