Cannabis has quickly become one of the premier therapies for lifestyle medicine. Get trained up on how to integrate this natural herb into your practice.
Understand the science of the Endocannabinoid System (ECS), so you can speak confidently about cannabis + CBD with clients and patients. Learn how to optimize dosages for optimal therapeutic results.
Laura is an active presenter on cannabis/CBD and nutrition at local and national conferences, as well as offering private consultation on nutrition, functional medicine, integrative cannabis/CBD use, and integrative cannabis/CBD applications.
Personalized Lifestyle Coaching
Holistic cannabis practitioners provide invaluable wellness coaching through personalized lifestyle coaching services, which may include nutrition, supplement, terpene and cannabis/CBD recommendations as well as stress management strategies tailored specifically for each client based on factors like personal pace, food habits, sleep hygiene standards, beliefs, relationships and self-care practices. Practitioners take these factors into consideration to offer customized recommendations suited to individual clients’ health and wellbeing needs.
Certified holistic cannabis practitioners can assist their clients in incorporating cannabis into their lifestyle for pain management and other health benefits, including proper dosage and timing of use – this is vital as many do not consume enough cannabis to experience optimal results. Furthermore, holistic practitioners can help their clients create a balanced diet to aid the healing process.
Holistic cannabis practitioners provide more than lifestyle coaching – they also assist clients in understanding the complicated legal and regulatory landscape. By providing education on cannabis history, cultivation practices, pharmacology effects and more they help healthcare professionals and retail salesperson confidently discuss this product with customers or clients.
Keirsten Assad is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 12 years of clinical experience in urgent care, women’s health and regenerative medicine. Leveraging her extensive knowledge of the endocannabinoid system and integrative medicine techniques, Keirsten offers holistic treatment plans for chronic conditions that are difficult to manage.
Laura Lagano is an accomplished pharmacist licensed in New York state and certified holistic cannabis practitioner who is passionate about helping others to live their best lives through nutrition. She has over ten years of experience and strives to provide her clients with an outstanding level of professionalism, expertise, and care. With offices located in Hoboken and Brooklyn in New Jersey. She is a frequent presenter at conferences and lectures, as well as contributing to popular publications. She has appeared in television and radio commercials to offer expert guidance regarding medical marijuana and holistic nutrition; in addition, she has written several best-selling books including Nutritional Foundation for Wellness by her name. Furthermore, she belongs to the National Association for Cannabis Practitioners (NACP).
Telemedicine
Telemedicine in health care refers to the use of information or telecommunications technologies like videoconferencing and telephones for medical advice or consultation, including examinations, tests, diagnosing patients remotely and prescribing medications remotely. Telemedicine can be utilized for treating many different conditions and illnesses including chronic pain and anxiety.
Telemedicine consultations enable open discussions of health concerns in an accessible and private manner, making telemedicine consultations especially useful for individuals living with physical disabilities or who find traveling long distances challenging to access a doctor directly. They’re also great for follow-up appointments or refills that don’t necessitate an in-person visit.
Few healthcare professionals are trained in the therapeutic use of cannabis and its effects on the endocannabinoid system, and many shun its Schedule 1 classification due to federal rules even though medical use of this plant has been approved in over half of states and recreational use approved in many.
As legal marijuana use has expanded, so has the demand for accessible healthcare services. Telemedicine offers an innovative solution to providing high-quality care that puts patients at ease.
Holistic On Call’s compassionate medical cannabis doctors are highly-skilled professionals committed to their patients. Listening carefully, forging strong relationships and advocating on their behalf are hallmarks of excellence for any doctor, making sure the service offered at Holistic On Call meets the individual needs of each of its clients across Yonkers, New York City and beyond.
Telemedicine starts with an online appointment during which patients discuss their symptoms and medical history with a provider, to help determine whether medical marijuana fits within state regulations. Once this step has been completed, the next step will be setting up a face-to-face interview with a certified practitioner; during which he/she will assess patient symptoms to see if they qualify for a medical marijuana card.
Cannabis-Infused Food Products
Cannabis can be an effective and natural treatment option for a range of therapeutic indications. When used appropriately, medical marijuana can significantly enhance quality of life for patients while decreasing or even eliminating many prescription drug requirements. Cannabis therapy may safely fit into holistic healthcare approaches if administered by someone who has completed Holistic Cannabis Academy training program and exam successfully.
Cannabis-infused food products have quickly become a favorite of consumers. They provide a discreet method of indulging cannabis without the stigma attached to smoking or vaping, and edibles made with cannabis can be integrated into various recipes ranging from baked goods to beverages at home using cannabis purchased from dispensaries or retail shops.
Infusing food is both an art and science. First, cannabis must be decarboxylated by heating it to activate both medicinal and psychoactive properties; this should be done carefully to preserve its valuable terpenes that give its aroma and flavor. After that has taken place, however, the process can then continue with infusing into butter or oil using precise temperature control in order to achieve an enjoyable flavor profile in the final product.
Edible cannabis products have become an increasingly popular choice in states where legality of this herb for medical or recreational purposes exists, including Colorado in 2014. Edible sales accounted for 45 percent of all sales during 2014 – many people prefering it over smoking cannabis as its effects take longer to kick in and last several hours longer; however, there may be risks involved such as accidental overdose or accidentally intaking other substances such as alcohol and medications.
To mitigate risks associated with cannabis use, beginners may wish to limit themselves to eating no more than one serving daily or less. This strategy may prove safer than any other choice as they become familiar with its various effects and how they might impact their bodies.
Cannabis Therapeutic Compendium Monograph
Cannabis is an ancient therapeutic herb with an incredible history that remains widely utilized today in many cultures around the globe. Archeological evidence points back to ancient uses for medical purposes as evidenced by written history and archeological findings. Cannabis stands out among botanical medicines because its no pharmacologically active metabolites mean it cannot be overdosed; hence its importance when being prescribed by knowledgeable, reputable holistic healthcare practitioners.
Progressive practitioners and patients are advocating for cannabis as a first-line therapy for opioid and alcohol detox. Learn how to assist clients who wish to make this switch while understanding its unique nuances as a potentially powerful yet safe medicine.
Discover all the ins-and-outs of adding cannabis counseling services to an existing practice or starting your own cannabis counseling business. Hear from experienced holistic cannabis practitioners who have successfully integrated these services into functional medicine practices; additionally learn how to establish an efficient network for client referrals.
The American Herbal Pharmacopoeia has developed historic standards of identity, analysis and quality control for cannabis (Cannabis spp). This monograph will serve as a valuable resource for growers, caregivers, patients, practitioners, analytical labs and state regulators alike.
Each AHP monograph is created and reviewed by multidisciplinary groups of experts from herbal, naturopathic medicine, medical doctors, pharmacists, pharmacologists and toxicologists in both traditional usage as well as science fields – this holistic approach ensures that AHP monographs offer practical use within the botanical industry.
Monographs contain a comprehensive set of identification tests, from botanical to macroscopic and microscopic analyses as well as chemical testing using thin layer chromatography (TLC), high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and gas chromatography (GC). Different techniques provide valuable evaluation information; additionally, AHP monographs offer guidance regarding pesticide, metals, and microbial limits.
