Medical cannabis patients often rely on potent extracts like Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) for serious symptom relief. However, traditional RSO delivery methods present real hurdles. Patients typically have to dispense thick, sticky oil from a syringe, making it incredibly difficult to get a consistent and accurate dose every time. This messy process adds unnecessary stress for individuals who simply need reliable, daily relief.
Life is Chill is solving this problem by launching Arizona’s first-ever RSO softgel capsule. This new product provides medical patients with the exact potency of traditional RSO but in a clean, pre-measured, and easy-to-swallow format. In this interview, we discuss the development of these groundbreaking softgels, the importance of accurate dosing, and how Life is Chill continues to innovate for patient wellness.
Q: What drove the decision to develop an RSO softgel capsule specifically for the Arizona medical market?
Dr. Dana Lillestol: Ease of use is everything. Second is tolerability. Capsules are not messy, however, thick sticky RSO is difficult to handle and taste wise not pleasant. Ingesting the thick, gooey substance is an ordeal. Initially starting with a low dose of RSO is strategic to ensure a positive and encouraging experience. With a syringe of RSO, the individual is guessing what dosage they are delivering, however, with our soft gel capsules it is a known quantity guaranteed without any guessing. We call it precision dosing.
Q: Traditional RSO can be messy and hard to dose. How does the softgel format solve these everyday challenges for patients?
Dr. Dana Lillestol: The softgel is a vegan encapsulated product that is in a deliverable form to easily ingest without any bad taste or mess in one's hands. It is in graduated amounts so individuals can self select the appropriate dosage their body can handle. This form of product is discreet and has no smell, sugar, or dyes included.
I am a phone call away to guide an elder or veteran with questions. Those could be about the current effect it is having or not having, the side effects, and concerns with prescription medications prescribed by their medical doctor. Arizona elders and veterans have a life line, they are not alone in this new health journey.
Q: Consistency is vital when using medical cannabis. How do you ensure every capsule delivers an accurate and reliable dose?
Dr. Dana Lillestol: Every batch that Life is Chill produces, whether softgels or liquid in drops or our chill punch, is submitted to a third-party laboratory for full transparency. Our testing process is unique so we can confirm accuracy on our potency and deliver a product that is consistent. The lab tests all products for solvent residue, mold, bacteria,, fungus, pesticide or herbicides and lastly, the contents in the product: how much THC, CBD, CBG, CBC, or CBN is present? This information is available upon request in the State of Arizona to any consumer in a medical marijuana dispensary which brings peace of mind to elders. and veterans.
Q: As the first company to bring this specific product to Arizona, what immediate feedback are you hearing from the medical community?
Dr. Dana Lillestol:
We have received very positive feedback so far, including customer testimonials about how the product has supported their individual wellness needs. We have also started working with a small number of patients facing inoperable cancer who are adding the product as a supplement to their existing care. Their doctors are informed about the additional protocol before they begin. We are clear that the product is not a cure or a replacement for professional medical treatment.
Q: How does this new RSO softgel align with the broader health and wellness goals of Life is Chill?
Dr. Dana Lillestol: The new RSO softgel supports Life Is Chill’s broader health and wellness goals by giving adults a precise, consistent, and approachable way to include cannabis in their wellness routine.
As more people live longer while managing chronic or debilitating conditions, many are looking for additional ways to support comfort, daily function, and quality of life. This is especially relevant for older adults and veterans who may want to discuss cannabis as a supplement to their current care.
Our role is to support that conversation through education, responsible guidance, and precision dosing. The RSO softgel makes dosing easier to understand and more consistent for each person’s needs. It is designed to be used alongside professional medical care, with the patient’s doctor informed of any additional protocol.
This product reflects our mission to create scientifically crafted cannabis products that help people make informed choices about their wellness.
Q: Looking ahead, how do you see the demand for precise, medical-grade cannabis products evolving over the next few years?
Dr. Dana Lillestol: The future will contain prescribed botanicals from medical doctors and pharmacists. Botanicals will be an option alongside synthetic medications for healthcare.
The picture of patient care will dramatically change. Natural doctors, but also, informed clients who take a proactive approach to augmenting their health, will lead the charge and change.
Informed and empowered patients will emerge related to a quiet revolution that is already under way. Dissatisfaction with the current healthcare system is driving the change. Patients have got to do their homework nowadays as doctors are pressured to see as many patients in a day. Therefore, individuals feel that their visits are hurried and rushed without being truly heard.
Our current system has removed patient or client power. The new system will contain empowered patients who take an active role in their health plan and hold their clinicians accountable. For this injunction to occur a major medical intervention is necessary. Cannabis is power to the people! Time will tell. We are all watching!
As the medical cannabis market continues to mature, products that combine strong efficacy with practical convenience will set the industry standard. Life is Chill’s focus on reliable, patient-first solutions ensures that individuals no longer have to compromise between potency and peace of mind.
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About Dr. Dana Lillestol, PhD:
Dr. Lillestol, who has practiced Functional Medicine for 30 years, focuses on empowering patients with tools to enhance their health. A retired Clinical Associate Professor at Arizona State University’s Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation, she directed the Family Nurse Practitioner Program and has always been dedicated to education.
Now a Senior Educator and Advocate at Life is Chill, Dr. Dana supports the senior community in understanding medical marijuana, from terminology and strains to delivery methods and its effects on the brain and body. She offers personalized guidance and the latest research, helping individuals navigate their journey to improved quality of life.
With seven years of experience in medical cannabis, Dr. Dana is passionate about promoting safe and effective products.
The Life is Chill product line is thoughtfully designed with seniors in mind. It offers full-spectrum cannabis oil gel capsules and precision-dosed liquid drops that double as beverage enhancers. Dr. Dana serves as a knowledgeable resource, ready to address your questions and provide the latest research on how medical marijuana can support your specific health needs.
