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Ode to a Vanishing Handcraft

Project CBD

At first glance, Cannabis Textiles is a quiet, unassuming book, without slick, staged photos or superlative descriptions of indigenous cultures. Such simplicity reflects the book’s inner beauty, which documents the history of a disappearing handcraft, that of traditional hemp cultivation and fabric production. © Copyright, Project CBD.

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6 Historical Facts About Medical Marijuana

Leaf Science

Although medical marijuana is becoming legal in many parts of the world, its use as a medicine dates back thousands of years. In 2737 BC, Chinese Emperor Shennong wrote a book on medicine that included cannabis as a treatment for many conditions. The Fayyum Medical Papyrus (Photo: Antique Cannabis Book).

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A Guide to Choosing Cannabis Strains for Chronic Pain Relief

United Patients Group

Indica vs. Sativa: Indica strains are typically more relaxing and can be helpful in managing pain, while sativa strains are more energizing and may be better for daytime use. Remember, cannabis is not a one size fits all type of medicine. Sign up for our newsletter or book a consultation today !

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Win A Free Pass To The Advanced Screening Of Gringo – Mrs. Nice Guy

Cannabis Chronicles

Recently Charlize Theron admitted that she use to be a wake & baker, she hasn’t smoked in some time, but said she’d be open to using it medicinally for what? What’s the difference between sativa and indica? The Weed Coloring Book: For Marijuana Lovers May 19, 2018. What does THC stand for? – #post-8471.

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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. Key Takeaways Choose indica or hybrid strains with sedative properties for better sleep. Indica strains are commonly recommended for sleep due to their relaxing and sedating effects. Sleep well!

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Jack Herer Seeds, Types and Their Legendary History – Higher Mentality

SpeedWeed

He was an American cannabis rights activist and author whose books are frequently cited in the efforts to legalize and decriminalize marijuana. His book, The Emperor Wears No Clothes is about the prohibition of marijuana and has been in print for 31 years continuously and is in its 12 th edition. Ancestry and history.

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Understanding Weed’s Past for our Present Health

Ezra Parzybok

Ayurveda is a traditional medicine of India. Indica plants are low-growing and sedative. Ayurvedic medicine refers to a body type called kafa, which is denser, lower to the ground, and prone toward sedation. That’s like indica and sativa, right there. Cannabis is one of the primary herbs used in their repertoire.

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