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What is CBN (Cannabinol)? How does the natural byproduct of THC work?

The Cannigma

So much attention is placed upon THC and CBD that sometimes the less abundant cannabinoids are forgotten about or not appreciated fully. Long before THC was discovered in the 1940s , CBN was first identified at the turn of the 20th century from a plant that was then known as Indian hemp. Converting THC to CBN happens through oxidation.

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Study: Recent Cannabis Consumption is Connected to Fluctuations in Sleep Duration

Veriheal

Whatever the reason for an irregular sleep schedule, whether it’s poor diet, genetics, a psychiatric disorder, or interfering medication(s)—scientists have determined that cannabis consumption may be beneficial. Individuals were characterized as either recent or non-users, depending on their consumption habits within the last month.

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

Veriheal

The Great White North also legalized the possession and retail sale of cannabis for adults in 2018. Additionally, THC is not capable of causing a fatal overdose like many prescription drugs are. As of 2020, the market was worth CAD $2.6 billion (USD $2 billion).

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Cannabis Tops the List of CDC’s Investigation for Alternative Pain Treatment

Veriheal

However, recently the CDC has been hosting meetings with medical cannabis patients as part of a larger project that includes gaining insight from those utilizing alternative treatments to manage pain. This study also found that there was substantial evidence encouraging the use of cannabinoids in the treatment of chronic pain.

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Cannabinoids May Promote a Good Night’s Sleep, Study Finds

Veriheal

This is good news for cannabis consumers since a team of Canadian investigators recently revealed that insomniacs reported improvements in their sleep patterns after cannabis consumption. The team concluded that the observed improvement in insomnia symptoms demonstrates the cannabis plant’s suitability as a treatment option.

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Can You Use Delta-8 THC For Pain?

Cannabis Law Report

While there are many medicines and tablets available on the market for pain relief, one popular one rising in the market nowadays is the delta-8 THC. Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol or Delta 8 THC is a psychotropic cannabinoid derived from cannabis or hemp plants. . Nowadays, there are many ways in which you can take Delta-8 THC.

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Medical Cannabis for Seniors: Exploring Benefits, Risks, and Personalized Options

United Patients Group

According to a 2018 review of research studies, cannabis was found to be effective in managing chronic pain. Choosing the Right Strains and Cannabinoids for Seniors The two most common cannabinoids in cannabis, THC and CBD , have distinct therapeutic properties and potential side effects.