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Medicinal properties of CBD

Alchimia

A study published in February 2015 in the Pharmacology & Pharmacy journal showed that a CBD-rich extract from cannabis plants is much more efficient than CBD used in its pure form , mainly due the presence of other cannabinoids, terpenes and other molecules that greatly increase the dosage/efficiency ratio of CBD.

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Guide to Better Choosing Cannabis Strains

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

For example, the iconic “Pineapple Express” strain, made famous by the 2008 movie of the same name, is a cross-breed between the strains Hawaiian and Trainwreck. The Role of Terpenes. Terpenes are a natural chemical compound present in all plant matter, giving them distinctive aromas, flavors, and scent profiles.

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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. Phytother Res. (2008) 22:1017–24. J Am Vet Med Assoc. (2008) 233:1278–83. Br J Pharmacol.

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