Releaf Medical Marijuana Clinics Promoting a Balanced Lifestyle

While Kent Beams, M.D., established Releaf Medical Marijuana Clinics for the sole purpose of helping qualifying Florida residents get their medical marijuana cards, he and his staff offer various treatments to address many medical and wellness issues. “My practice philosophy has always been to help patients maximize their health and quality of life through natural supplementation of nutrients, hormones, dietary and lifestyle changes, and medical marijuana when needed,” Beams says. “For many people, medical marijuana is a component of several supplements necessary for a balanced lifestyle.” At Releaf, patients are guided through the entire process of getting a medical card, he says. “We educate our new patients in how to begin the process of discovering their own best dosage relief of their symptoms. We are compliant with Florida laws and are committed to making sure patients understand and avoid confusion.”Part of the education process is clearing up patients’ misconceptions about medical marijuana, he says. For example, most people using medical marijuana don’t gain weight or experience increased appetite, unless they’re underweight and normally have trouble eating enough.He says many patients also don’t understand the qualifying conditions for medical marijuana, particularly PTSD, which can manifest itself in a variety of ways.“If you have chronic pain, anxiety, depression or insomnia, you may be suffering symptoms of PTSD,” he says. “Please let us know, and we can refer you to a licensed professional who can provide a diagnosis.”

— Kent Beams, MD and Natural Awakenings Magazine