Entries by Stephan

Cannabis on prescription: Bundestag cancels cost coverage for cannabis flowers

The most important thing: Since July 30, 2026, the so-called GKV-Spargel law will apply. Cannabis flowers have been completely removed from the benefits catalog of the statutory health insurance. Insured patients will now have to pay for them themselves with a private prescription. Extracts and approved finished medicinal products remain generally reimbursable, but only after […]

Standard land value vs. market value: What investors really need to know about real estate

Wer Immobilien nicht zum Wohnen, sondern als Kapitalanlage betrachtet, stößt früher oder später auf zwei Begriffe, die im Alltag oft synonym verwendet werden, rechtlich und wirtschaftlich aber vollkommen unterschiedliche Funktionen erfüllen: den Bodenrichtwert und den Verkehrswert. Für die Ankaufsprüfung, die Finanzierungsstruktur und nicht zuletzt für die steuerliche Behandlung einer Immobilie – etwa wenn bei der […]

Infused Kitchen at FIV: The new cannabis cooking portal

FIV Magazine has a new theme world — the Infused Kitchen. Here, everything is about cannabis in the kitchen: baking, cooking, grilling, drinks, and the basics you need to do it right. The channel is aimed at everyone who wants to know how — from decarboxylation to the finished recipe. What is the Infused Kitchen? […]

Cannabis Drinks: Smoothies, Tea, Golden Milk & Recipes

There are days when you don’t want a solid meal — but still seek a conscious moment. Infused drinks are the answer: a smoothie, a warm cup of Golden Milk, a tea with Cannahoney. The preparation is simple, the effect comes more gently than with solid edibles — and the selection of recipes is larger […]

Cannabis Grillen: BBQ, Marinaden & Rezepte für den Sommer

Sommernacht, Grill auf Temperatur, Holzkohle glüht. Der Duft von Fleisch und frischen Kräutern liegt in der Luft — und in der Marinade wartet ein besonderes Element auf seinen Einsatz. Cannabis-Grillen ist unkomplizierter als man denkt: Die Infusion läuft über Öl, Butter und Saucen, nicht über offene Flammen. Das Ergebnis ist ein Grillabend der in Erinnerung […]

Infused Kitchen: Cannabis recipes for baking, cooking, grilling & drinks

Anyone who consciously cooks with cannabis wants to understand what they are doing. The Infused Kitchen is not hippie nostalgia — it is a modern kitchen practice based on chemistry, precision, and real craftsmanship. On FIV Magazine, we have compiled everything: basics, recipes, and the best links to Germany’s largest cannabis cooking portal CannaKochbuch.de with […]

Stress reduction: What doctors really recommend – causes, symptoms & techniques

Stress is one of the most common health topics of our time: burnout, chronic stress, excess cortisol, and physical warning signs affect millions of people. What doctors from Harvard, the Cleveland Clinic, and the American Psychological Association know – and how you can reduce stress, recognize symptoms, and permanently relieve your nervous system. What is […]

Chronic Stress: Effects on Body and Mind, Treatment and Therapy

What is chronic stress? Definition and distinction Chronic stress differs from acute stress by its duration. While acute stress subsides within hours or days, chronic stress lasts for weeks, months, or even years. According to Harvard Medical School, chronic stress is defined as a state in which the body does not find sufficient recovery phases […]

Cortisol: The stress hormone, its effects and how to reduce it

What is Cortisol? The Most Important Stress Hormone Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced in the adrenal cortex and plays a central role in the body’s stress response. It is often referred to as the “stress hormone,” but it is much more than that: Cortisol regulates blood sugar, blood pressure, inflammatory responses, and the sleep-wake […]

Stress Management Techniques: Comparison of MBSR, PME, Sport and Breathing Exercises

Why a single tip isn’t enough Stress management is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Harvard Medical School emphasizes that effective stress reduction requires individual and combined approaches. What works for one person – such as yoga – may be ineffective for another. The key is to try out techniques, combine them, and apply them consistently. This […]

Stress symptoms: Recognizing physical and psychological signs

Physical Stress Symptoms: What the Body Shows Stress leaves visible and tangible traces in the body. The Cleveland Clinic lists the following physical symptoms as the most common signs of stress: headaches, dizziness and trembling, chest pain or heart palpitations, sleep disturbances and exhaustion, muscle tension, and digestive problems. These symptoms occur because adrenaline and […]

Sleep Disturbances: Insomnia, Sleep Apnea & How Doctors Treat Them Today

Poor sleep is one of the most common health problems at all. According to gesundheitsinformation.de, about a third of all people struggle with sleep problems, about 6 % have a clinically diagnosed sleep disorder. Women are more often affected than men. What distinguishes normal sleep problems from a treatable disorder? What is a sleep disorder? […]

Melatonin: Effects, Dosage & when it really helps with sleep

Melatonin is the best-selling dietary supplement in the sleep category. But what can this sleep hormone really do, and what can’t it do – and what do doctors say about taking it? An analysis based on data from the Cleveland Clinic, Harvard Health, and the National Sleep Foundation. What is Melatonin? Melatonin is a hormone […]

Sleep hygiene: 10 rules for better sleep – scientifically proven

Sleep hygiene is the term used worldwide by physicians to describe all behaviors and environmental factors that promote good sleep. Before doctors consider therapy or medication, sleep hygiene is the first and often most effective step. All four consulted medical sources – Harvard Health, Cleveland Clinic, National Sleep Foundation, and gesundheitsinformation.de – consistently recommend these […]

Sleeping problems: 8 common causes & what doctors specifically recommend

You’re lying in bed, tired – yet you still can’t fall asleep. This feeling is familiar to almost everyone. According to gesundheitsinformation.de, about a third of all people regularly struggle with falling asleep or staying asleep. The good news: In most cases, the causes are known and well treatable. What happens in the body when […]