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The Top 7 Myths About Medical Cannabis Debunked

United Patients Group

There’s also no evidence that anyone has ever been “hooked” on cannabis alone without having another substance involved at some point during their usage history–and there are plenty of examples where someone has quit using marijuana without any significant problems afterward (you know who you are!).

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Medical Marijuana in Port St. Lucie, FL

CannaMD

Cannabis is a plant in the Cannabis Sativa species. Many of these compounds are classified as cannabinoids. There are two major cannabinoids, and chances are you’ve heard of them already: CBD and THC. There are two major cannabinoids, and chances are you’ve heard of them already: CBD and THC. Why is cannabis so special?

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Is Cannabis a Good Option for Treating Asthma?

Greencamp

They induced bronchial spasms by electrical stimulation and then administered THC as well as some other, synthetic cannabinoids. Cannabinoids ( THC to be precise), activated CB1 receptors, which stopped the spasms and dilated the organs. ( Cannabis proved to have bronchodilator effect on the airways. Alternatives to smoking cannabis.

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Perfecting cannabis with Michael Backes

The Cannigma

In our chat, Michael shares his personal journey into the cannabis space, and how his history of migraines aided him in discovering the powers of medical marijuana. I mean, we’re just discovering the TRP Channels that are involved in maybe the headache effects of cannabinoids. Just for reference. Yeah, you just said that.

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Terpene Spotlight: Eucalyptol

FloridaMarijuana.net

Its superiority in the plant world is due, in part, to its history. As researchers dive into the depths of the cannabinoid system it is becoming clear that cannabis terpenes are just as vital to a plant’s efficacy as are THC and CBD. The Cannabis plant is believed to be one of the first plants known to humans. Super Lemon Haze.

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Cannabis & sex: a woman’s guide

The Cannigma

Cannabis has a long history as an aid to increase sexual pleasure. Recent research suggests the naturally-occurring neurotransmitter anandamide, an endogenous cannabinoid also known as “the body’s own marijuana,” helps to calm the stress response, lowers cortisol and ultimately, helps us erase traumatic memories. How does it work?

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Could Industrial Hemp Lessen the Burden of I.R.C. Section 280E for Colorado’s Cannabis Retailers?

Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

To answer that question, we need to go back to ancient history in the world of Cannabis – to the only cannabis tax court case containing any good news for the cannabis industry, Californians Helping to Alleviate Medical Problems Inc. 173 (2007), also known as The “CHAMP” Case. 3] “Hemp” means the plant species Cannabis sativa L.

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