How Does Marijuana Affect My Gut Health?
The Gastro Girl Podcast
09/06/23
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Dr. David Levinthal, Director of the Neurogastroenterology & Motility Center at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center joins us in this episode to explain how marijuana can affect our digestive health. He recently gave a talk on trends in Cannabinoids at the American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society (ANMS) Annual Meeting in Austin, Texas. Dr. Levinthal shares some of the pros and cons of medical marijuana in clinical use cases and how it can impact certain gastrointestinal conditions. He also provides insight on the gut-brain connection and much more in this wide-ranging discussion. As always, the information in this episode is for education purposes only and not medical advice. We caution our listeners to consult with their healthcare providers before embarking on any treatment option.
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