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From MMJ to Special K

Project CBD

There’s no doubt that cannabis helps Rosenfeld’s condition, but it’s not a cure. According to a 2012 study by University of Bonn scientist Andras Bilkei-Gorzo: “On the cellular level, the cannabinoid system regulates the expression of brain-derived neurotrophic factor and neurogenesis.” 2012 Dec 5;367(1607):3326-41.

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Cannabinoids: THC

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When the body is defensive against trauma, this system begins to fail, resulting in physical, mental and/or neurological conditions. The information below is meant as a guide: Qualifying Conditions: If a patient has any of the following conditions or has been determined to be terminal, he or she may qualify for low-THC or medical cannabis.

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Gut Feeling

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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. A flurry of recent research bears this out.

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Medical Program Decline

Canna Care Docs

Initially launched with the intention of providing compassionate care for patients with chronic conditions, the program is now struggling to maintain its foothold amid shifting industry dynamics. Initial Success and Growth When Massachusetts voters approved medical marijuana in 2012, it marked a significant milestone in cannabis reform.

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NBC Story: High potency weed linked to psychotic episodes, mysterious vomiting illness in young users

Cannabis Law Report

Bo Gribbon, 20, went to the ER 11 times in 9 months for a condition that caused bouts of nonstop vomiting and screaming. Colorado and Washington became the first states to legalize recreational marijuana in 2012. When a physician assistant told him the likely cause, Gribbon didn’t believe it at first.

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Three Delicious Raw Cannabis Smoothie Recipes

Project CBD

Many so-called folk remedies involve the use of raw cannabis leaves to treat various conditions. 2012 Jul;72(1):135-43. 2012 Dec 31;10(2):316-23. 2012 Nov 15;214(3):314-9. CBG, CBD, Δ9-THC, CBN, CBGA, CBDA and Δ9-THCA as antioxidant agents and their intervention abilities in antioxidant action. Fitoterapia. Ann Neurol.

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Relieve the Excruciating Symptoms of IBD and IBS with Medical Cannabis

Veriheal

Ulcerative Colitis is a condition that causes long-lasting inflammation and ulcers (sores) in the innermost lining of the individual’s large intestine and rectum. Crohn’s Disease is also a condition that causes inflammation, but it affects the lining of the digestive tract, which can then spread deeply into the affected tissues. .

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