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Cannabis Tied to Lower Blood Pressure in Hypertension Patients, Study Finds

The Cannigma

Using cannabis for several months is associated with a reduction in blood pressure among older adults with hypertension, according to a prospective study published last week. The mean differences in 24-hours systolic and diastolic blood pressures were 5.0 No relationship between THC, CBD levels and blood pressure change.

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Report Says Cannabis Use Among Pregnant Women Increased During the Pandemic

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In its article “Stress and Its Effect on Your Baby Before and After Birth,” Healthline clears up the misconception that stress can cause preeclampsia, a complication that affects blood pressure and organs. Researchers have even found evidence suggesting stress during pregnancy can have long-term effects on the baby.

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Best Marijuana Strains for Stress

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If stress is not managed properly, it often lingers, leading to serious mental and physical conditions, such as insomnia, recurring headaches, eating disorders, a weakened immune system, high blood pressure, heart disease, and much more. [1] 1] Khan, S., & Kahn, R. Chronic stress leads to anxiety and depression.

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Break the Habit and Kick Butts With the Help of Cannabis

Veriheal

According to this research, the dangers of sugar include inflammation, weight gain, fatty liver disease, diabetes, inflammation, high blood pressure, as well as an increased risk of having a heart attack or stroke. It is known to increase blood pressure, heart rate, and flow of blood going to the heart, causing arteries to narrow.

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Debunked: Study Linking Cannabis Use and Metabolic Syndrome

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Researchers at the Georgia State University School of Public Health assessed the association between cannabis use duration and MetS in a cohort of 3,051 adults who participated in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) in 2011-2012.

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What is CBG?

The Cannigma

In addition, it is not known if CBG produces adverse effects related to the alpha-2 receptors such as changes in blood pressure, sedation, or interactions with other cardiovascular medications. As a consequence, the effectiveness of CBG for these conditions remains unknown. How CBG works with TRP receptors.

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Does cannabis affect birth control?

The Cannigma

As one comprehensive review of research from 2012 noted, “almost all pregnancy events are regulated by endocannabinoid signaling, and in most cases, optimal outcomes can only be achieved under normal physiological endocannabinoid levels. Is CBD oil bad for birth control?