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Survey Reveals Almost Half of Canada’s MMJ Patients Reduced Their Alcohol and Opioid Consumption

Veriheal

New data published in the Journal of Cannabis Research claims that almost one in two authorized medical cannabis patients in Canada managed to either completely stop or reduce their intake of controlled substances, such as alcohol and opioids , by using cannabis. As of 2020, the market was worth CAD $2.6 billion (USD $2 billion).

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Best strains and terpenes for migraine relief

The Cannigma

Treating migraine pain is one of the instances where inhaled cannabis consumption, such as smoking or vaping , is important for the right effects and speed of delivery. Like many conditions that modern medicine falls short of treating, migraines are now suspected to be a possible problem of endocannabinoid system deficiency in some patients.

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Cannabis as Medicine: 101

Puff Puff Post

It wasn’t until the movement by thousands of patients and patient advocates in the 1990’s that propelled the government to allow fair access to medical marijuana. Patients also had the right to produce their own or designate a grower to produce medical cannabis on their behalf. The “Entourage Effect”.

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A Visit to the Cannabis Museum in Boston, MA

Veriheal

Finally, the exhibit ends with the sobering reality that any American male born after 2001 has a 1 in 13 chance of spending time behind bars. The appearance of one’s paraphernalia signals where you are from and the traditions associated with cannabis consumption in your community. >> Find a dispensary near you.

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Study: CBD “Promising” Therapy for Cocaine Addiction

CannaMD

Likewise, a 2018 Neuropharmacology study found that acute treatment with CBD affected the self-administration of cocaine in mice, reporting a “significant” difference in the consumption of the drug on the 10th day of the study and lower consumption throughout the entire procedure compared to the control group. Conclusion?

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The Endocannabinoid System-History, Health and Why We Feel High

Puff Puff Post

Cannabis was a popular medical aid for patients suffering from rheumatic diseases and to help alleviate nausea. . It was not until the 1990’s that the government felt the pressure of thousands of medical patients advocating and fighting for the use of cannabis. Tax exemption: .

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Marijuana & Pregnancy: Top Studies

CannaMD

Information from a Washington State University summarized by Science Daily indicated that: Participants reported using marijuana as a way to manage their health issues, from physical issues such as nausea, pain, and difficulty sleeping to psychological issues such as stress, anxiety, and trauma.