Dr. Benjamin Caplan joins Dr. Mike Hart to discuss using cannabis as medicine. Dr. Caplan gives a wealth of science-backed guidance on the therapeutic use of cannabis. He shares his extensive knowledge of leveraging the right cannabinoid profile, ratio, dose, and timing for conditions like pain, insomnia, and anxiety. Dr. Caplan also highlights the lesser-known but promising compounds like CBG and THCV.
Guest Bio and Links:
Dr. Benjamin Caplan is a board-certified family physician focusing uniquely on Cannabis medicine. He is the author of "The Doctor Approved Cannabis Handbook" and with over twenty years of dedicated practice, Dr. Caplan aims to educate people on the science and proper use of cannabis as a medicine.
Listeners can learn more about at his website https://benjamincaplan.com/ on IG @drbenjamincaplan or X @drcaplan
Resources:
The Doctor Approved Cannabis Handbook
Show Notes:
[0:00] Welcome back to the Hart2Heart Podcast with Dr. Mike Hart
[0:30] Dr. Hart Welcomes guest, Dr. Caplan to the listeners
[0:40] Brief background of Dr. Caplan’s work in the medical field
[2:30] Top 3 reasons patients seek cannabis
[6:00] Effectiveness of CBD and THC for pain relief
[11:30] Benefits of topical cannabis creams and DIY topical cannabis creams
[13:50] Benefits of using cannabis to help insomnia
[16:00] Rapid effects of cannabis sprays for insomnia
[21:45] The importance of sleep hygiene alongside cannabis use
[30:00] Three key decisions for using cannabis for anxiety
[32:00] Benefits of THCV
[35:50] Benefits of Beta-caryophyllene
[37:50] Dr. Caplan's book and online resources
[37:55] www.caplancannabis.com
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Dr. Mike Hart is a Cannabis Physician and Lifestyle Strategist. In April 2014, Dr. Hart became the first physician in London, Ontario to open a cannabis clinic. While Dr. Hart continues to treat patients at his clinic, his primary focus has shifted to correcting the medical cannabis educational gap that exists in the medical community.
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Social Links:
Instagram: @drmikehart
Twitter: @drmikehart
Facebook: @drmikehart
