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How does medical marijuana help patients with Epilepsy?

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The Epilepsy Foundation defines epilepsy as a chronic condition of the brain which causes seizures and affects 65 million people worldwide. One in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime. It is not fully known the genetic origins of epilepsy or if the condition is hereditary.

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The Science Behind Medical Marijuana: Exploring Cannabinoids and Their Therapeutic Effects

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While there are over 100 different cannabinoids identified in cannabis, the two most well-known and widely studied are delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). THC is the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis, responsible for the “high” or euphoric feeling associated with marijuana use.

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

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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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Texas Is Attempting to Combat Its Opioid Crisis With Medical Cannabis

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In 2015, Texas passed the Compassionate Use Act, which allowed patients with intractable epilepsy to access low-THC cannabis oil containing no more than 0.5% THC and at least 10% CBD. Stephanie Klick, was introduced during the 2021 legislative session in Texas.

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Cannabis Cancer Treatment Shows Potential – Jamaican Medical Company

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For decades, marijuana for cancer treatment seemed out of the question. million people worldwide died of cancer in 2018, according to the World Health Organization. Recently, the Jamaica-based Apollon Medical Formularies made a discovery that might bring hope to those undergoing cancer treatment. This is unfortunate, as 9.6

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What is THC? Here’s everything you need to know

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THC is the most prevalent, famous and researched cannabinoid by far. THC is the molecule responsible for the famous high associated with marijuana, but it also has a long list of therapeutic effects. What is THC? THC is short for tetrahydrocannabinol. Who discovered THC? THC vs CBD.

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What is Delta 8 THC?

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If you’re reading this article, you’re probably well aware that THC is a psychoactive molecule found in cannabis. What is Delta 8 THC? Delta 8 THC is a close relative to Delta 9 THC, the more common kind that everyone knows about. THC communicates with our bodies via the endocannabinoid system (ECS).

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