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Cannabis Tied to Lower Blood Pressure in Hypertension Patients, Study Finds

The Cannigma

Using cannabis for several months is associated with a reduction in blood pressure among older adults with hypertension, according to a prospective study published last week. The mean differences in 24-hours systolic and diastolic blood pressures were 5.0 No relationship between THC, CBD levels and blood pressure change.

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Marijuana Linked With Increased Risk of Heart Attack

PrestoDoctor

Secondly, a separate study focused on older individuals with conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Studies have shown that marijuana use can lead to increased heart rate, blood pressure, and possible development of arterial plaque.

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The history and science of psychedelics: from acid and shrooms to ketamine and salvia

The Cannigma

History: Magic mushrooms have likely been consumed as long as humans have roamed the earth – or possibly longer, according to Terrance McKenna’s “Stoned Ape Theory,” which suggests human evolution and language development was expedited by these mushrooms. History: Bufo is a slang term for the poisonous secretions of certain toads.

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What Are CBD Products Mainly Used For And How They’re Helpful

Cannabis Law Report

Even though CBD comes from the same plant as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), it is not a psychoactive compound so therefore it will not create a sensation of feeling ‘high’. High blood pressure can put extra strain on the heart and can be caused by: A diet that is too high in cholesterol, fat, salt, or sugar.

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What is Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome?

United Patients Group

It’s more likely to occur in people who use high doses of cannabis, most often reported with THC. If you have CHS and are being treated for it, your doctor will likely ask you about your medical history and use of cannabis. Who is at risk of developing CHS?

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The Endocannabinoid System-History, Health and Why We Feel High

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The History and Science of Cannabis. Having a THC concentration of less than 0.03%, hemp is a non-psychoactive plant. In 1964, the first phytocannabinoid, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), was isolated. For example, the phytocannabinoid, THC, stimulates “Go”, leading to the closure of the calcium channel. In 2723 B.C.,

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THC Basics: An Introduction For Patients

Canna Care Docs

An Introductory Lesson on THC Basics For Medical Cannabis Patients. But one of the most famous and most widely known phrases associated with the plant will always be THC, or more appropriately, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol. THC Basics: Perceptions in Today’s Society.

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