01/07/2026
Many patients report better sleep when using medical cannabis. In some cases, they simply sleep better because they finally have relief from ongoing health issues.
A good night of sleep can reduce inflammation and boost your immune response. Here are some tips for patients to make the most of their sleep:
• Stick to your schedule. An irregular sleep schedule can undermine your health and interrupt your body's natural ability to heal itself. Aim for going to bed and rising at the same time every day of the week.
• Make your environment sleep-ready. Most people sleep their best when the room is cool, dark, and quiet. Use blackout curtains, a fan, a white noise machine, or whatever else helps eliminate threats to your sleep. If pets are keeping you up, you might have to ban them from the bedroom.
• Avoid eating or drinking overly large or heavy meals before bed. Ni****ne, caffeine, and alcohol should be avoided, as they don't help sleep and might actually make your sleep worse.
• Avoid naps, if you can. If you must have a midday snooze, limit it to one hour, and keep it as far from bedtime as possible.
• Learn how to manage your stress. Stress causes the release of cortisol, which can shred a good night's sleep. Relaxation techniques like self-hypnosis, meditation, and mindfulness help lower cortisol.
If you're still having issues with sleep, book an appointment with us today and see if you qualify for medical cannabis. And sleep tight!
