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Cannabis for IBS: Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Medical Marijuana

Greencamp

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a collection of symptoms which create discomfort in the abdominal area, resulting in the inflammation of the digestive tract. These three glands control numerous processes within us, including our reactions to stress, digestion, immune system response, sexuality, energy storing and spending, and general mood.

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Medicinal properties of CBD

Alchimia

An important point to highlight is the study recently published on the Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research website (June 2016) which shows that orally taken CBD may turn into THC due to the action of the digestive juices in the stomach. Thus, using CBD sublingually (under the tongue) is recommended so it does not reach the digestive system.

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Guide to Better Choosing Cannabis Strains

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

Cannabis sativa is a plant that has psychoactive, therapeutic, and medical benefits. Here are some common classifications: Sativa strains are known for their energizing and uplifting effects. Hybrid strains are a mix of both sativa and indica strains and can provide the best of both worlds.

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Here’s What Neuroimaging Can Tell Us About the Psychedelic Experience

SpeedWeed

You won’t get overwhelmed, in fact you’ll digest complex neuroimaging techniques with ease. This isn’t like the indica and sativa of cannabis (which actually doesn’t even exist ). Feduccia 2008): Ph.D. Specifically, you want to know the science behind it all. . Well, you’re in luck. researcher Allison A.

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ElleVet Sciences Publishes Safety Study On CBD For Animals

Cannabis Law Report

Some of the conditions thought to be relieved by hemp consumption were: pain, inflammation, anxiety and phobia, digestive system issue, and pruritus ( 39 ). 2008) 153:240–51. Arthritis Res Ther. (2008) 10:R43. Antihyperalgesic effect of a Cannabis sativa extract in a rat model of neuropathic pain: mechanisms involved.

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