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Cannabis for Lupus: Here’s How Cannabinoids Relieve Inflammation

Greencamp

Here’s how damaging chronic inflammation might be: A study published in the Journal of Neuroinflammation in 2012 found evidence that prolonged inflammatory proteins may contribute to developing Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. ( Tinctures and topicals are a good choice for rashes, swelling and joint pain. Granddaddy Purple.

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Best strains and terpenes for sleep

The Cannigma

Forget strain names , and don’t lose yourself in the indica/sativa debate; these are not reliable indicators of how a strain will affect you. However, we have a very limited understanding and even less evidence to support this theory, mostly thanks to prohibition but also because of the complexity of the topic.

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Medicinal properties of CBD

Alchimia

Topical application is particularly efficient to treat localized pains or skin problems like acne or psoriasis. Cannabidiol, a Cannabis sativa constituent, as an anxiolytic drug , published in the Revista Brasileira de Psiquiatria in June 2012. Cannabidiol in humans – The quest for therapeutic targets , December 2012.

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Why Terpenes Are Vital To Your Cannabinoid Therapy

StrainConnect

Indica vs Sativa vs Hybrid. And while were at it, wed like to debunk the idea surrounding "indica" being a "nighttime strain," "sativa" being an "uplifting/daytime strain" and "hybrid" being a mix of indica and sativa. 2012, February 24). In the words of Dr. John M.

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AAFP ( American Academy of Family Physicians) Releases Marijuana, Cannabinoids Position Paper

Cannabis Law Report

In this position paper, cannabis is an overarching term used to refer to the plant Cannabis sativa. The cannabis plant, Cannabis sativa , is comprised of both non-psychoactive and psychoactive chemicals called cannabinoids. Cannabis sativa with less than 0.3% Cannabis sativa with less than 0.3% Call to Action.

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Cannabis for IBS: Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Medical Marijuana

Greencamp

A more thorough study from 2012 showed more tangible results. Cannabis research still has a long way to go regarding this topic, and it will take more clinical trials to fully understand how cannabis helps with IBS. The study found that there are potential benefits for stimulating endocannabinoid receptors. (

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The Plant, the Whole Plant & Nothing But the Plant

Project CBD

A decoction made by boiling the roots could be consumed orally as a tincture or juice or applied topically as a poultice. The eminent Swedish scientist describes growing Cannabis sativa on his windowsill, an experience he greatly enjoyed: “In the month of April, I sowed the seeds of hemp (Cannabis) in two different pots.