Jason Laine

Cannabis May Rival Lorazepam for Treating Insomnia, Thai Study Finds 0
- CANNABIS OIL
- January 27, 2026
A new clinical trial out of Thailand suggests that cannabis-based treatments may be just as effective as lorazepam, a commonly prescribed benzodiazepine, for managing chronic insomnia. Published in Sleep Medicine, the randomized trial involved 60 adults who received either lorazepam, cannabis oil extracts, or a cannabinoid-infused herbal pill nightly for four weeks. All three groups
READ MORE
Hawaiʻi Dispensary Owners Urge Action on Cannabis Legalization 0
- MEDICAL MARIJUANA
- January 20, 2026
Hawaiʻi could soon join the growing list of states allowing recreational cannabis, as a proposed constitutional amendment by Rep. David Tarnas may put the issue before voters this November. Currently operating under a medical-only framework, dispensary owners say the state’s system no longer reflects modern realities. TY Cheng of Aloha Green Apothecary criticized lawmakers for
READ MORE

Calm in a Bottle? CBD Products Touted for Anxiety Relief 0
- CANNABIS OIL
- January 15, 2026
As anxiety rates climb, a growing wave of consumers is turning to CBD to take the edge off daily stress. A recent feature from the Las Vegas Optic highlights a dozen CBD options, ranging from fast-acting tinctures and oil drops to gummies, bath bombs, and high-potency nighttime formulas, all vetted for purity, potency and third-party
READ MORE
The Ongoing Divide Over Medical Cannabis: Science vs. Lived Experience 0
- MEDICAL MARIJUANA
- January 13, 2026
As the debate over medical cannabis intensifies, physicians and patients continue to wrestle with how best to approach treatment. Some patients claim marijuana offers relief from chronic pain, anxiety, and other persistent conditions, while many doctors urge a cautious approach grounded in scientific evidence. The discussion reflects a broader tension between anecdotal experience and data-driven
READ MORE