217. Menopause 101: Sleep, Hot Flashes, Weight Gain + Cannabis

217. Menopause 101: Sleep, Hot Flashes, Weight Gain + Cannabis

Author: Ellen Scanlon November 28, 2023 Duration: 25:24
Did you know that 1 in 4 women are trying cannabis to treat menopause symptoms? Welcome to part three of our series dedicated to helping women navigate menopause. Today we’ll be focusing on the connection between poor sleep, hot flashes, and weight gain during menopause and share how cannabis can play a role in helping women feel their best. Be sure to stay tuned for part 4, filled with expert insights on everyone’s favorite topic… sex!  Thank you to our guests Dr. Lauren Streicher, Kelly Keiser, Megan Margulies, Carrie Mapes, Patty Pappas and Michelle Courtright. Show Notes: A New Harvard Study Shows Women Are Turning To Cannabis For Menopause Symptoms – And It’s Working Sleep 101 Series Hosted by Ellen Lee Scanlon Sign up for our newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dothepot.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FB: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How to Do the Pot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dothepot/message

Ellen Scanlon’s How to Do the Pot is an award-winning conversation that demystifies cannabis with a focus on women’s experiences. This isn’t a technical manual or a dry lecture; it’s a space where curiosity meets practical, joyful advice. The podcast explores how cannabis can intersect with health, well-being, and daily life, tackling questions that often go unasked. You’ll hear specific discussions about finding the right strain for relaxation or intimacy, using CBD for menstrual discomfort, and the nuanced differences between varieties like Harlequin and Gelato. There’s a deliberate and thoughtful choice in language here, too, favoring the term “cannabis” over other outdated labels. At its heart, the series amplifies personal stories and expert insights, creating a resource that feels both informative and deeply relatable. Whether you’re seeking relief, exploring for fun, or just want to understand the landscape better, this podcast provides a welcoming and smart guide through the often overwhelming world of cannabis, all from a perspective that is genuinely for women and by women.
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313. Why I’m Pausing the Podcast — and What’s Next [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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306. Practical Tips from Cannabis Experts on Exercise & Recovery [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:52
What if cannabis could really help you enjoy working out? In this episode, host Ellen Scanlon talks with women who know cannabis inside and out — and use that expertise to improve their workouts, recover faster, and make…
304. Can Cannabis Make Exercise Easier? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:10
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