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Study Finds That Non-Pharmaceutical May Boost Quality Of Life Among Epilepsy Patients

Veriheal

Patients who suffer from epilepsy , which affects some 3.4 million people across the United States , report experiencing improved quality of life and a more restful night’s sleep after consuming the non-psychoactive cannabinoid CBD (cannabidiol). Researchers Analyzed Survey Results from 280 Epilepsy Patients.

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Understanding the Endocannabinoid System: A Guide for Medical Marijuana Patients

MMJ Recs

However, not many patients know the reasons behind how medical marijuana interacts with the body, so we prepared this comprehensive guide to use as a starting point for those considering cannabis treatment. Additionally, the ECS influences sleep patterns, memory, and cognition, supporting optimal brain function. What is ECS?

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Marijuana as a treatment for epilepsy

Cannabis Info

Marijuana as a treatment for epilepsy. Medical cannabis is showing great potential in the treatment of epilepsy. It is only in recent human history, that this mighty herb fell victim to human greed and was bound into the chains of prohibition. WHAT EXACTLY IS EPILEPSY? CONVENTIONAL TREATMENT.

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8 Pain Management Centers In Missouri And How They Can Help MMJ Patients

MMJ Recs

Patients in Kansas City (as well as the wider Missouri area) have access to top-tier pain management specialists who are dedicated to improving their quality of life. Missouri Pain Management Center Reviews When choosing a pain management center or specialist, it’s essential to consider the experiences of previous patients.

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How public health policy influences cannabis consumer identity

The Cannigma

In fact, its history as a dangerous, illicit narcotic is dwarfed by its history as a medicine. And the truth was that many of the early medical cannabis patients were severely ill. Cancer, HIV, epilepsy and other serious conditions were the first accepted uses of cannabis in the United States.

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The Pharmaceutical Industry’s Relationship With Cannabis

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

Cannabis has had a long, changing history in the United States. The History of Cannabis in the United States. Medical cannabis can be used for a multitude of different reasons in patients: Chronic pain. Epilepsy and seizures. Over the years, it has gone from being commonly used to a controversial topic. Nerve pain.

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Using Cannabis for ALS: Benefits, Research and Best Strains

Greencamp

Because of the very rapid progression of ALS in the majority of patients, understanding how cannabis could help in the alleviation of symptoms is incredibly important for ALS sufferers. Both upper and lower motor neurons suffer severe damage in ALS patients. As few as 10% of ALS patients live longer than 10 years after being diagnosed.

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