Depression and Medical Marijuana (Cannabis) Summary: Cannabis use is associated with elevated mood and decreased depression in patients with chronic diseases. On the other hand, pure oral THC administration to depressed individuals can also result in dysphoria (a state of unease. The opposite of euphoria) in some patients, especially those who are naïve to the [...]
Coronary Disease/Atherosclerosis and Cannabis Summary. Modulation of the Endocannabinoid System by a non-inhalation route may have a beneficial effect on the development of atherosclerosis. There is concern that smoking cannabis may not have this benefit and may actually precipitate angina in people with coronary disease. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22278660/ Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is also known as Atherosclerotic [...]
Why Don’t More Healthcare Professionals know about the Medicinal Benefits of Cannabis? I am frequently asked this question so I will try to provide a logical answer! In short, understanding how cannabis works in the body requires a lot of dedication and study. The first written documentation about the medicinal properties of cannabis came from [...]
Neuropathy and Cannabis Summary: Peripheral neuropathy is the most common form of neuropathy and Diabetes is the most common cause of peripheral neuropathy. “Neuropathy is one of the most painful, unpleasant, and frustrating conditions, and it affects hundreds of millions of people each year. With unending, frustrating pain and no real solution, neuropathic pain sufferers [...]
Health Benefits of Cannabidiol (CBD) Summary: Cannabidiol (CBD) is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant. It has a wide variety of benefits. The scientific literature has identified over 65 molecular targets of CBD activity. What follows is a little about the science of how CBD can help us. However, it is worth knowing [...]
Wellness and Cannabis One of the official definitions of Wellness is “The state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal”. Personally, I see Wellness as more of a Lifestyle choice that encompasses Balance in all aspects of one’s life; Emotionally, Physically, Nutritionally and Spiritually. Another important component is to avoid substances [...]
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