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Better Sleep Tips: Medical Marijuana

CannaMD

According to the National Sleep Foundation , 50 to 70 million Americans have problems sleeping. Plenty of medical cannabis patients have offered anecdotes of better sleep as a result of nightly marijuana use, but the evidence doesn’t stop there. MARIJUANA AND SLEEP RESEARCH. Research on marijuana and sleep is promising.

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8 Best Cannabis Strains For A Long-Lasting High

Miss Marijuana

Most commonly, the don of kush helps with chronic pain , insomnia and depression. However, Kosher Kush is not just sleep-inducing. Kosher Kush could be an excellent remedy for those with PTSD or sleep disorders like insomnia. Commonly referred to as OG Kush, this strain is dank and skunky with amazing effects.

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Healthy Uses For Marijuana

Otherside Farms

Chronic pain. Chronic Pain. Sleep Apnea. According to a study published in the Journal of Neuro-psychopharmacology in 2013, cannabidiol (one of the active compounds in weed) can, in fact, help to grow brain cells. Higher pain threshold. Soothing effect on chronic pain. Hypertension.

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Understanding Cannabis Flavonoids

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

link] Flavonoids’ benefits include functioning as an antioxidant, preventing mutations, interfering with cancer development, reducing inflammation, reducing chronic pain, and regulating cellular enzyme functions. Chronic Pain and Inflammation. 1] Chae, S. H., & Park, S. Excli Journal, 12, 226-230. Woodhead Publishing.

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Aging baby boomers becoming new face of cannabis

Canna Care Docs

It makes me relax, which in turn slows the shaking down and I can grab some sleep,” she said. Noting her mother’s reduced pain and relief from other pharmaceutical side effects, she said, “I have to say, I’m kind of an advocate for it.” I’m grateful to see her not take those opioids so much,” Ms. Edelstein said. Gluchacki said.

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How Christina Evans Conquered Chronic Pain with Cannabis, Yoga Therapy

CannaEffect

At just 31, and after seven years of odd symptoms, Evans received her diagnosis in 2013. Her ongoing symptoms included several neck injuries, full body numbness, and intensely frequent pain throughout her limbs and joints. She was sleeping better, felt her energy returning, and even reduced the dosage of her pain meds.

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Marijuana Strain List AZ

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

Its pain-relieving benefits make it a good choice for those who suffer from chronic pain or discomfort. Strains such as Mendo Breath are particularly effective for hard-to-treat pain, such as neuropathic pain. Headbanger was the winner of the 2013 Amsterdam Cannabis Cup. Lemon Skunk. Headbanger.

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