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

The Cannigma

And while most psychedelics are currently illegal in the United States and around the world, researchers are exploring their use in medicine to treat conditions such as depression, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, OCD, migraines, end of life acceptance of mortality, and eating disorders. Now, psychedelic research is booming. Classical psychedelics

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The History of Cannabis and Skateboarding

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

As skateboarding can be such a physically demanding sport, it’s no surprise some skateboarders choose to use cannabis to address these conditions and more. However, cannabis and skateboarding share more history than injury and pain relief. In fact, certain cannabinoids have the potential to reduce pain, anxiety, and fatigue.

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

Puff Puff Post

The History and Science of Cannabis. the Emperor Shen Nung prescribed cannabis for various medical conditions such as gout, rheumatism, and poor memory. includes the use of cannabis for treating inflammatory conditions. . The use of cannabis for medicinal purposes can be dated back to as early as 2700 B.C.; In 2723 B.C.,

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CBD Enhances Glucose Metabolism via Nuclear Receptors

Project CBD

Prior to this, the man had no psychiatric history, the authors note. And besides an uncle with bipolar disorder, he had no family history of other psychiatric or neurological diseases. He had never taken anti-psychotic drugs nor received psychological treatment. 6,7 They wanted to try it.

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UK Event: Medical cannabis, understanding, prescribing and changing lives

Cannabis Law Report

The history and science of medical cannabis. Prof Barnes will introduce medical cannabis and provide insight into its history and characteristics. Dr Gordon will share her wisdom on medical cannabis, her approach to prescribing and its challenges across a range of chronic conditions.

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Cannabis laws in Ecuador

The Cannigma

In 2019, Ecuador’s National Assembly passed a resolution that called for the creation of a commission to study the use of cannabis-based medicines to treat a range of medical conditions. The country does not have a significant cannabis culture, and there are no major weed-related events or festivals.

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My latest practice news. ramping up my mediation/arbitration practice, where i’m speaking & what podcasts i’ve recently been on

Cannabis Law Report

See my site for Anodyne ADR: www.AnodyneADR.com. I have special expertise in cannabis law, and a unique history of trying many different types of cases over nearly 25 years, so if a knowledgeable neutral is needed to set expectations in a cannabis related dispute here or in another state, I’m your gal.