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‘I feel almost the same as before I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia’

The Cannigma

While studying for her PhD at the University of Texas Southwestern in 2006, she was assigned a paper about how cannabinoids affect the brain. Today she takes a 10-20mg THC edible before she goes to sleep to help her get the rest she needs, as well as micro doses of 1.25mg THC during the day. Dr. Michele Ross (Courtesy). Shutterstock).

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Is Cannabis Good for Bipolar Disorder? New Study Shows Cannabis Has ‘Unique Benefits’

Veriheal

In 2006 McGill University Health Center researchers discovered that administering the chemically synthesized URB579 agent had unprecedented results, producing “potent antidepressant-like effects” with animal models by preventing cannabinoids from degradation. The post Is Cannabis Good for Bipolar Disorder?

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What seniors need to know before getting a medical marijuana card

The Cannigma

The percentage of Americans over 65 who had reported using cannabis in the past year had increased tenfold between 2006 to 2018, from 0.4% With a medical marijuana card you can also receive preferential treatment at some combined medical/adult use dispensaries. to 4.2%, according to a study published in February, 2020.

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THC or CBD: Which Is for You?

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

THC may relieve muscle-related ailments such as cramps, sleep discomfort or nightmares, and stiff muscle tissues. They not only have their own effects, including positive influences on sleep, immunity, and more, but they also help modulate the way cannabinoids interact with the body. 1] Pacher, P., Bátkai, S., & Kunos, G.

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THC & CBD-Rich Cannabis for Fibromyalgia

Project CBD

In the absence of an answer — or a cure — treatment is the name of the game for fibromyalgia. “Available data strongly support the use of cannabinoids in treating fibromyalgia pain” due to “overwhelmingly positive treatment results.” That seemed to make all the difference. © Copyright, Project CBD.

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How Charlotte’s Web Changed A Little Girl’s Life

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

In 2006, three-month-old Charlotte Figi experienced her first seizure, which lasted an exhausting 30 minutes. Medical testing, including sleep studies, MRIs, EEGs and more, failed to produce answers, leaving the Figis and Charlotte’s doctors scratching their heads. Who Is Charlotte?

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Benefits of Cannabis for Alzheimer’s disease

Alchimia

Although a balanced nutrition – and regular brain stimulation – can have protective and preventive effects , we still don’t have any effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease once it is active. Finally, cannabinoids improve mood, appetite and sleep while reducing stress, anxiety and agressiveness.