Health Benefits of Marijuana

Marijuana was already introduced into the US by early settlers. Thus, it is not a new drug and it has been used for both medical and recreational purposes from the very beginning. But could it be used to treat epilepsy? Overview For starters, marijuana was first introduced to the US in the 1700s by early European settlers who needed to produce hemp. A book from 1850 with the title; United States Pharmacopeia was the first reference of the drug’s use for medicinal purposes. According to Epilepsia, the Journal of the International League against Epilepsy, marijuana was used in ancient China as early as 2,700m BC to treat a range of conditions. These included; gout, menstrual disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, malaria, and constipation. Medieval time evidence shows that the drug was used to treat nausea and vomiting, inflammation, pain, fever...

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Did you know that cannabis affects your brain? According to recent research, cannabis consumption has a variety of advantages and disadvantages to your brain. All of these benefits and effects depend on many factors, e.g. your age or whether or not you have any pre-existing conditions. The findings were a product of a series of studies. The results of these studies were featured in last year's annual gathering of the Society for Neurosurgeons in San Diego, California. They revealed that exposure to cannabis before birth or during the teen years can have a lasting impact on your brain. Some of the negative effects that could be encountered were disruption of the process of learning and memory as well as communication between different parts of the brain. Furthermore, it disrupts metabolic compounds as well as the levels of chemical messengers. But...

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Anxiety and stress affect a lot more people than you might think. In Canada alone, more than 41% of the population struggles from anxiety and only a third of those have gotten an official diagnosis. Since stress and anxiety are so wide-spread in society, there are have been created many different solutions to treat it. However, these remedies are usually costly and mostly come with undesirable side-effects. Since most people want to avoid the expensive drugs and their side-effects, natural remedies are becoming increasingly popular. There are many different types of anxiety disorders, including social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, panic disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. All these affect people in different ways and unfortunately restrict them from performing their duties or running their day-to-day lives. If you have ever struggled with anxiety or stress and their resultant effects, you...

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CBD oil is known for its medical benefits. It’s a cannabinoid that doesn’t have psychoactive elements, meaning that it will not give you a high. THC, another cannabinoid, is psychoactive and is the most popular and famous as this is the one, which gives a strong high. However, CBD shouldn't be underestimated even though it will not give you a high, as studies show that it has many other medical benefits. This is because it works well with the human endocannabinoid system to relieve pain, anxiety, inflammation, and many other conditions. Pain relief seems to be a common trait for CBD use in all of these conditions. The following guide will help you to use CBD oil to manage pain. What is CBD Oil? It’s a liquid infused with cannabidiol -- one of the many elements that are...

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As summer kicks in, it's time to bid goodbye to our beloved winter coats. With the heat of the summer, you'll no longer be able to hide the extra fat gained over winter. There are many options for how to shed that extra weight that you gained during the winter. You could decide to hit the gym or embark on a jogging regimen. If these are not your favourite exercise options, why not try cannabis? While cannabis is known to increase appetite, it could also help you shed weight. The secret is in the strain that you choose. Is a long-term marijuana user less likely to be obese? According to a 2011 study, this seems to be true. The study showed that obesity was more prevalent in non-marijuana users than in marijuana users. Another 2010 study corroborated the findings....

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Cannabis is well known for its sleep-inducing qualities and this is one of the reasons why its the go-to solution for many people battling insomnia. Even when you have a severe case of insomnia, a good dose of indica can solve your problems and enable you to enjoy a good night's sleep. Whereas it might not come as a surprise to most that cannabis induces sleep, there's a more intricate relationship between cannabis and sleep than people might have heard of. For instance, old cannabis leaves tend to make you sleepier than fresh leaves. Did you know that cannabis also inhibits dreams? Well, read on to know how weed affects your nightly hibernation. CBD and THC affect sleep differently There are many cannabis strains out there. Some give you an instant high, while others have mild effects. For...

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Did you know that anxiety and depression are some of the most prevalent medical conditions in North America? Well, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, about 18.1% of the population is affected each year, which amounts to more than 40 million people in the US. The association also said that people with anxiety disorders are 3 to 5 times more likely to visit a healthcare institution than those without the condition. Anxiety and depression can be triggered by life events, one's personality or even genetics. Although a lot of people suffer from depression, only a few seek medical help. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, only 36.9% of people with anxiety disorders receive treatment. A large number of anxiety disorders are self-medicated at home and, therefore, are not documented. There are many people who...

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Legislation or not, Canada is one of the largest consumers of cannabis. According to a recent survey, approximately 18% of Canadians have consumed marijuana in the past 3 months and approximately 29% have who are between the ages of 15-34. To add to that, there's a large number of these Canadians that smoke weed on a daily basis. While most are recreational users, another great percentage of the population relies on cannabis to alleviate chronic pain and to battle the symptoms of anxiety and depression. While most high-profile entities, including Nate Dogg, recommend that we are to smoke weed every day, is this then really a good idea? Or should we be wary of any adverse effects? Remember, the legal marijuana industry is still nascent and only a few research studies have been carried out on its...

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13 reasons marijuana is better than alcohol When it comes to weed, I’m considered a late bloomer. I hadn't tried pot until my last years in college when I made the decision to ditch alcohol for marijuana. Back then, I would always get in trouble when drinking alcohol. It would entail anything from picking up massive fights with my roommate to battling headache inducing hangovers and it became clear that alcohol wasn't just the right stimulant for me. Before long, I found myself picking weed over alcohol every time I had a chance to make the choice. Just like me, there are many other people who have ditched alcohol completely after having tried weed. In 1977, a study found that 24% of Americans said they had smoked weed at least once in their lives. In 2013, that number...

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Juiced cannabis leaves are packed with nutrients As more people develop certain awareness of the benefits of eating healthy foods, the practice of juicing is becoming more and more popular all around the world. The obvious advantages of juicing is without a doubt one of the main reasons that people have started juicing vegetables at a rate never seen before. From patients to caregivers to healthcare practitioners, everyone seems to approve of this healthy-eating habit that is normally done to either fruits or vegetables. According to the dictionary, a vegetable is any herbaceous plant that’s grown for its edible parts and which are usually eaten as part of a meal. What about cannabis? You might ask. Is it a vegetable? Yes, it is. By following the definition provided above, cannabis plants, too, have parts that can be consumed. Some vegetables can be eaten...

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