Cannabis Questions? Ask a Nurse!

• Katherine Golden is a registered nurse with extensive clinical experience and a passionate leader and advocate in the cannabis industry. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Leaf411, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free cannabis education and guidance to the public. For over seven years, Katherine has championed knowledge, integrity, and service excellence within the cannabis sector.

Explore the science and support systems behind this episode’s conversation with Katherine Golden, RN, Founder of Leaf411.

👩‍⚕️ Trusted Cannabis Guidance

• Leaf411: A Cannabis Nurse Hotline
  A nonprofit organization offering free, nurse-led guidance to empower consumers with cannabis education rooted in science and compassion.
• American Cannabis Nurses Association (ACNA)
  Advancing excellence in nursing practice through advocacy, research, and education around medical cannabis.

🌱 Understanding Cannabis & Cannabinoids

• CBD vs. THC: What’s the Difference? by Kimberlry Holland, Medically Reviewed by Eloise Theisen, RN, MSN (Healthline, 2023/Updated 2024) A clear overview of CBD and THC's effects, benefits, and main differences.
• CBG vs. CBD: Differences and Benefits by Adam Rowden, Medically Reviewed by Dominque Fontaine, BSN, RN, (Medical News Today, 2023/Updated 2024). A comparison of these two non-intoxicating cannabinoids, their roles, and therapeutic potential.

🧠 Medical & Scientific Perspectives

• FDA and Cannabis: Research and Drug Approval 
  An overview of the FDA's approach to cannabis research, regulation, and its role in public health.
• Cannabis as Medicine: A Review by Mary Barna Bridgeman, Daniel T. Abazia (PubMed Central, 2017)
  A peer-reviewed literature review on the clinical applications, benefits, and safety of cannabis as medicine.
• Cannabidiol for Heroin Use Disorder – A Clinical Trial by Dr. Yasmin Hurd, Ph.D., Sharron Spriggs, M.A., Julia Alishayev, R.P.A., Gary Winkel, Ph.D., Kristina Gurgov, R.P.A., Chris Kudrich, D.H.Sc., Anna M. Oprescu, M.P.H., and Edwin Salsitz, M.D. (American Journal of Psychiatry, 2019) - Dr. Yasmin Hurd's groundbreaking study demonstrated CBD's potential to reduce cravings and anxiety in individuals recovering from heroin addiction.
• Cannabis Dosing with Dr. Sulak (Project CBD, 2016) - Dr. Dustin Sulak discusses cannabis dosing regimens, a sensitization protocol for chronic users, and the potential health benefits of THC’s psychoactivity.​

• Leaf411 Opioid & Cannabis Guide
  A collaborative educational resource developed by Leaf411 and Radicle Health to help patients explore cannabis as a safer alternative to opioids.
• Leaf411 Member Directory
  A curated list of trusted clinicians, dispensaries, and product manufacturers who share Leaf411’s commitment to safety, education, and transparency.

🩺 Listed member: Dr. Bonni Goldstein, MD – A pediatrician turned cannabis physician and medical director of Canna-Centers Wellness & Education. Visit her website to learn more about her clinical practice, patient resources, and cannabis-based treatment protocols.

🩺 Listed member: Dr. Dustin Sulak, DO – An integrative medicine and cannabis clinician based in Maine. Visit his site to explore patient education tools, training, and wellness protocols.

• Society of Cannabis Clinicians (SCC)
  A professional association advancing medical cannabis education and research. Explore relevant contributions from leaders like Dr. Yasmin Hurd.
• GBL Learning Center
  Explore Green Bee Life's Cannabis 101 articles, product guides, and consumer education curated by Green Bee Life to support informed, empowered cannabis use.
• Project CBD 
  A nonprofit educational platform offering research-based guidance on cannabinoids, therapeutic applications, and product science.
• NORML – Legal & Advocacy Resources ⚖️
  Consumer-focused resources and updates on cannabis rights, legal status, and policy reform efforts across the U.S.
• Cannabis Is Medicine: How Medical Cannabis and CBD Are Healing Everything from Anxiety to Chronic Pain – Bonni Goldstein, MD
  An accessible, research-based guide for patients and caregivers exploring the healing potential of cannabis.
• Cannabis Medicine: A Guide to the Practice of Cannabinoid Medicine – David Bearman, MD & Maria Pettinato, PhD, RN
  A comprehensive clinical resource for healthcare professionals practicing cannabinoid medicine.

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• 🎥 Watch Cannabis, Psychedelics, and Brain Health with Dr. Manesh Girn
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• 🎥 Watch A Doctor’s Case for Medical Marijuana – Dr. David Casarett (TED Talk)
  TED Talks (2016)
  Palliative care physician Dr. David Casarett shares his journey from skepticism to advocacy, presenting compelling reasons why patients deserve access to medical cannabis based on science, compassion, and real-world outcomes.
• 🎥 Watch Has Anyone You Know Benefited from Cannabis?
  GBL TV Series – Knowledge for NewBeez (2020)
  Personal testimonials and insights from real people whose lives have been positively impacted by cannabis.