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Doctor Takes on Marijuana Myths in New Book

Cannabis Law Report

Rebecca Siegel grew up in a generation where the “this is your brain on drugs” public service announcements made people fear what might happen to them if they used any kind of drug, including marijuana. She now is a medical marijuana practitioner who knows what cannabis can do. But she knows marijuana myths persist.

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Using Cannabis For Health and Wellness

United Patients Group

Using Cannabis For Health and Wellness Introduction Cannabis is a plant that has been used for thousands of years to treat many ailments. The first recorded use of cannabis was in 2737 BC, when Emperor Shen Nung documented its value as a medicine. But what exactly is cannabis? This is where cannabis comes in!

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How Medical Marijuana Is Changing Lives with Crohn’s Disease

LifeCannMD

How Medical Marijuana Is Changing Lives with Crohn’s Disease Medical Marijuana is a great treatment option for battling Crohn’s Disease, a chronic inflammatory bowel condition that affects millions worldwide. Cannabis has analgesic properties that help alleviate abdominal cramps and discomfort.

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Cannabis and Dementia: Are There Benefits?

United Patients Group

Cannabis and Dementia: Are There Benefits Introduction Dementia is a debilitating disease that affects millions of people across the world. So it makes sense that cannabis could be useful in treating both insomnia and inflammation–and thus be beneficial against dementia as well. Here are some safe and tested products to look at.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Using Cannabis for Insomnia Relief

Medicinal Marijuana Association

So, you’ve tried counting sheep, warm milk, and every relaxation technique in the book, yet sleep still eludes you. Have you considered exploring cannabis as a potential remedy for your insomnia? Key Takeaways Choose indica or hybrid strains with sedative properties for better sleep.

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Cannabis Terpenes 101: What are they and how do they affect the body?

Canna Care Docs

When discussing the effects and characteristics of different cannabis strains, we often refer to cannabinoids , or the percentages of THC, CBD and other cannabinoids they contain. But there is another lesser-known compound that has an important role in the aromas, flavors and effects produced by the cannabis plant: terpenes.

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Understanding the Connection Between Medical Cannabis and Anxiety

United Patients Group

It can cause various symptoms, such as intense worry, agitation, and difficulty sleeping. Cannabis is becoming a popular treatment for anxiety , and this article will discuss why medicinal cannabis effectively reduces anxiety symptoms for some people. What Is Anxiety? Nonetheless, further clinical research is needed.

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