Dear Reader,
Welcome to A Pinch of Bud, your go-to source for empowering stakeholders in cannabis and women’s health. With more than a decade of experience working in professional trade associations, our founder brings expertise in information services, consumer health education, healthcare advocacy, and medical cannabis. Dive into our blog, where we explore the transformative power of cannabis in women's wellness, addressing the sex and gender differences in the industry. From ancient practices to modern usage statistics, we provide evidence-based insights and aim to normalize and destigmatize cannabis use. Join us on this journey to informed well-being.
Since ancient times, women have used cannabis to help with numerous gynecological conditions from menstrual pain, childbirth, all the way through menopause (Russo, MD, 2002). MedMen, in collaboration with The Harris Poll conducted a national survey in 2023 that reported: 1 in 3 American women regularly consume cannabis, and that 91% of those women purchase it legally at a dispensary. And the reasons for this usage are largely therapeutic, rather than recreational: 60% of women say that cannabis use helps to relieve their anxiety, 58% rely on it as a sleep aid, and for 53% of women, cannabis functions as pain relief (The Harris Poll & MedMen, 2023).
The average 28 day menstrual cycle is full of events. Depending on the changes happening throughout the different phases of the menstrual cycle, one may experience pain, skin changes, disruptions in sleep, hormonal imbalance, gastrointestinal issues, and more. Unfortunately, stigma persists and most women still keep their consumption secret, no matter the day (Hasse, 2023).
A Pinch of Bud is committed to providing evidence-based information to help support the public and cannabis professionals catering to the wide breadth of women’s health needs. Information is prioritized from reputable and expert consultations with subject matter experts including healthcare professionals, researchers, and industry specialists. Reader feedback is welcomed, and comments and questions are taken seriously.
In the coming months you’ll see more content that is engaging and informative. Look forward to deep dives into cannabis brands, studies, notable people, and more, all in an effort to help readers become more informed as more states look toward legalizing cannabis and as more women take charge of their own health. Continue exploring the website to learn how to support yourself and others on your cannabis wellness journey.
Thanks for visiting!
-Leighann
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References
Russo, MD, E. (2002). Cannabis Treatments in Obstetrics and Gynecology: A Historical Review. Journal of Cannabis Therapeutics, 2(3-4), 5-35. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/228559586_Cannabis_Treatments_in_Obstetrics_and_Gynecology_A_Historical_Review
The Harris Poll & MedMen. (2023, March). National Survey on Women's Cannabis Usage. MedMen Blog. https://medmen.com/blog/medmen-news/womens-month-cannabis-independent-harris-study-findings-cannabis-stigmas-wellness
Hasse, J. (2023, March 8). 37% Of American Women Consume Cannabis, But Most Keep It A Secret From Parents, Children And Coworkers, Study Says. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/javierhasse/2023/03/08/37-of-american-women-consume-cannabis-but-most-keep-it-a-secret-from-parents-children-and-coworkers-study-says/?sh=323fb8232814
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