8: Utilizing medicinal plants for Autism, Cancer, other chronic conditions, and to help taper off of pharmaceutical medications with Dr. Leah Johnson - Plants Saved My Life

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21st Oct 2022

8: Utilizing medicinal plants for Autism, Cancer, other chronic conditions, and to help taper off of pharmaceutical medications with Dr. Leah Johnson

8: Utilizing medicinal plants for Autism, Cancer, other chronic conditions, and to help taper off of pharmaceutical medications with Dr. Leah Johnson

Plants Saved My Life

This week on Plants Saved My Life, we are joined by Dr. Leah Johnson. Medical cannabis Pharmacist, advocate, and educator. Join us as we discuss Autism, treating multiple varying types of chronic disorders, cannabinoid pharmacology, and properly utilizing medicinal plants to taper off of pharmaceutical medications.

In an effort to improve the overall health and well-being of her patients, Dr. Leah works with patients and their healthcare providers, from all over the US, to reduce the number of medications taken, alter the timing and dosing of medications to improve effectiveness and identify medications which could be causing issues. She also consults for cannabis companies to advise them on formulations, dosing, safety, interactions, and how to better help their customers see health improvements with the use of their products. Lastly, Dr. Leah speaks at medical conferences and on panels to help educate providers and patients on the benefits of utilizing cannabis medicine in therapy. Dr. Leah holds a Doctorate degree in Pharmacy from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and she will be receiving her Masters degree in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics in 2023.

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Plants Saved My Life is a weekly podcast blending education, scientific research, compassion, and storytelling. Featuring real stories from patients who have overcome chronic conditions with the help of plant medicine and specialized medical practitioners, therapists, shamans, and other neotraditional healers exploring non-pharmacological means of medical intervention. Join us weekly for fascinating conversations with people whose lives were saved by plants. Let's demystify and destigmatize entheogens, naturopathy, plant-based medicines, holistic therapies, psychedelics, and functional nutrition. Join us as we pay homage to the plants and fungi we owe our health and happiness. Today, We’ll be discussing how most patients are given too many and often inappropriate prescription medications, while not being given the knowledge for utilizing effective herbals and supplements to reduce pill burden.

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Uncover the healing potential of plant medicine with the "Plants Saved My Life" podcast. Join us weekly for real stories from patients who have overcome chronic conditions with the help of plant-based treatments and insights from specialized medical practitioners, therapists, shamans, and other experts in non-pharmacological forms of healing.

Learn about the latest advancements in patient-focused, holistic medicine and the potential of plant medicine in healing various disorders. Discover the benefits of entheogens, naturopathy, psychedelics, and functional nutrition.

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Passionate about plants. Raven is a medical cannabis scientist, consultant, and educator based in Pittsburgh, PA. Through his experience in the plant medicine industry, Raven has learned that real patient stories can often get lost in the static. A dedicated lifelong learner, he aims to bridge educational gaps and inspire compassion while providing these voices a platform.