Evidence-Based · For Adults 50+

Clear answers about cannabis after 50.

CannabiSage™ provides evidence-rated guidance, education and information for adults 50 and over considering therapeutic cannabis — built around how aging changes the way medications and cannabis work in your body.

Evidence-Rated

Where the evidence is solid, we say so. Where it’s mixed or limited, we say that too.

Built for the Aging Body

Slower metabolism, multiple medications, balance and cognitive considerations — content shaped by how age changes the conversation.

Medication-Aware

We name the medication classes that interact with cannabis — including blood thinners, antidepressants, statins, hormone therapies, and several cancer treatments — so you can raise them with your healthcare provider.

Common Questions

What people 50+ are asking.

Plain-language answers to the questions many people 50+ have regarding the use of cannabis. Each article explores the implications and issues you should consider and discuss with your healthcare provider. The information in the articles is not intended to be medical advice.

Does cannabis actually help with chronic pain in older adults?

The pain story is the most-studied therapeutic claim. The honest answer involves what kind of pain, what kind of cannabis, and what you’re comparing it to.

What’s the difference between THC and CBD for older adults?

Both come from the same plant but behave very differently in the body. The differences matter more in your 60s and 70s than they did at 25.

What should I know before trying cannabis after 65?

Aging changes how your body processes cannabis. “Start low, go slow” means something different at 70 than it does at 30.

Can cannabis help me sleep better as I get older?

Sleep changes after 60 are common. The evidence on cannabis for sleep is more nuanced than the marketing suggests — and the long-term picture is murky.

The Book

The framework behind the work.

Therapeutic Cannabis and the 50+ Adult: Evidence, Risks, Benefits, and Informed Choice.

Seventeen chapters distilling what’s known, what’s promising, and what’s still unsupported about cannabis use in older adults. Written for readers who want the actual evidence — not testimonials or marketing.

The People Behind CannabiSage™

Two voices. One mission.

Ken Feldman brings four decades of decision-framework expertise. Nadine Laham brings a lifetime in education and a deeply personal understanding of aging. Together, they built CannabiSage™ for the family member, neighbor, or patient who deserves better than guesswork.