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The Plant, the Whole Plant & Nothing But the Plant

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It turns out that cannabis seeds (commercially available as hempseed oil, hemp hearts or hempseed protein powder) are gifted with an excellent balance of omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. The first reference to the therapeutic properties of cannabis roots in Western medicine is found in the Natural Histories (77 AD) by Pliny the Elder.

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Dr. Andrew Weil on Cannabis and Integrative Medicine

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He is the author of several bestselling books, including Spontaneous Healing (1995), Eating Well for Optimum Health (2000), and Healthy Aging (2007). NM: Please tell us about the history of cannabis use in folk medicine. Dr. Weil: Cannabis has a long history of use in folk medicine throughout the world.

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Cannabis? Weed? Marijuana? Why what we call it matters

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Some are botanical (“cannabis sativa”), some steeped in history and discrimination (“marijuana”) and others just good for a giggle (“the devil’s lettuce”). Some historians believe that cannabis may be a hidden ingredient in the holy anointing oil of Hebraic priests – referred to as kaneh bosem.

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Cannabis & sex: a woman’s guide

The Cannigma

Cannabis has a long history as an aid to increase sexual pleasure. It’s used as an aphrodisiac in tantric sex rituals arose in seventh century India, while early Europeans held the belief that the plant promoted happy marriages, according to the book, Cannabis and Culture , edited by Vera Rubin. Sex and cannabis through the ages.

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Interactive Cannabis College Opens in Central Florida

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Learn Sativa University’s (SATU) hands-on program has been in operation for roughly four years. SATU’s hands-on and online courses include Marijuana Cookbook, Marijuana Laws, Marijuana Careers, Marijuana History, Marijuana Growing and Dispensary Management. © Courtesy of Learn Sativa University. Students at SATU.

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Harlequin Cannabis Strain Review

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Whether you’re reconnecting with old friends on a zoom chat-and-craft hour or adding twenty minutes to your yoga session, Harlequin provides an uplifting high with its Sativa-dominant profile but soothes the body with its high-CBD percentage. Sativa dominant. >75% Sativa. Is Harlequin a sativa or indica?

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Zimbabwe Issues 57 Cannabis Cultivation Licenses

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Learn Sativa University’s (SATU) hands-on program has been in operation for roughly four years. SATU’s hands-on and online courses include Marijuana Cookbook, Marijuana Laws, Marijuana Careers, Marijuana History, Marijuana Growing and Dispensary Management. © Courtesy of Learn Sativa University. Students at SATU.