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More Seniors Are Using Cannabis As Medicine

PrestoDoctor

Additionally, cannabis has shown promise in easing symptoms of chronic conditions such as arthritis, insomnia, and anxiety. Unlike pills, cannabis is also less likely to cause unwanted side effects such as drowsiness or digestive issues. Additionally, using cannabis for medical conditions does not mean THC must be consumed.

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Gut Feeling

Project CBD

One gastrointestinal condition long associated with self-medication through cannabis is inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBD in Puerto Rico In 2016, the government of Puerto Rico legalized medicinal cannabis for a relatively short list of specific conditions, including Crohn’s disease.

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Medicinal properties of CBD

Alchimia

An important point to highlight is the study recently published on the Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research website (June 2016) which shows that orally taken CBD may turn into THC due to the action of the digestive juices in the stomach. Thus, using CBD sublingually (under the tongue) is recommended so it does not reach the digestive system.

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How Medical Cannabis Can Manage Chronic Pain

Canna Care Docs

Medicine and orthopedic concept. cannabis has been used medicinally as a treatment for pain and other ailments. Patients dealing with chronic pain from numerous conditions are finding relief in cannabis. The conditions associated with chronic pain are nuanced and vary by person, but can be life-altering. Since 2727 B.C.

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IBS Is the Newest Qualifying Condition for MMJ in Ohio

Veriheal

Last month, the Ohio Medical Board made a landmark in the state which approved Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) as a qualifying condition for Ohio’s medical marijuana program. Current Treatment Approache s Before it was added to Ohio’s qualifying conditions for medical cannabis, patients have tried a number of treatment options.

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Best cannabis oil usage and Guide to Cannabis oil dispensary near me

Cannabis Law Report

Many western countries have allowed using these Cannabis oils as a medicine to cure serve epilepsy and related diseases. Cannabis oil uses and applications in the field of medicine. Cannabis-based medications are available for many conditions, such as Billy. The legal status of Cannabis oil.

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Cottonmouth from weed: why it happens and how to fix it

The Cannigma

Homeostasis refers to the tendency toward maintaining stable conditions necessary for survival. The autonomic nervous system is a regulatory system, working “automatically” or without conscious effort to regulate bodily functions such as heart rate , digestion, respiratory rate, pupillary response, urination and sexual arousal.

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