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The Science Behind Medical Marijuana: Exploring Cannabinoids and Their Therapeutic Effects

MMJ Recs

This article delves into the science behind medical marijuana, focusing on cannabinoids, the active compounds found in the cannabis plant, and their remarkable therapeutic effects. We’ll explore the diverse range of cannabinoids and their health benefits, providing insights into how these compounds are revolutionizing healthcare.

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How does medical marijuana help patients with Epilepsy?

FloridaMarijuana.net

The Epilepsy Foundation defines epilepsy as a chronic condition of the brain which causes seizures and affects 65 million people worldwide. One in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime. It is not fully known the genetic origins of epilepsy or if the condition is hereditary.

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NYU’s Groundbreaking CBD/Epilepsy Study, WA’s Mushroom Legalization in Peril, & MD Pushes for Social Equity

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An NYU study found that CBD could help those with epilepsy, Washington’s mushroom legalization bill hit a major roadblock, and Maryland is looking to include social equity in its forthcoming recreational market. This new CBD-epilepsy study comes from NYU’s Grossman School of Medicine. Let us know in the comments!

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A Guide to the Top Cannabinoids

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

In this blog post, we will explain everything you need to know about the top cannabinoids in cannabis and how they work together with other cannabis compounds to produce an ideal effect on your body. Learning more about other cannabinoids can help you select a cannabis strain that better meets your needs. What Is a Cannabinoid?

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The ‘Father of Cannabis Research’ Leaves a Lasting Legacy Aged 97

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5, 1930, “the father of cannabis research” was born. From the Black Sea-encapsulated mountainous terrain of Bulgaria, Professor Raphael Mechoulam immigrated to Israel, where he would make a legendary name for himself as a pioneer in medical cannabis research. Had it not been for Prof.

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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. Cannabis is issued medicinally for a plethora or disorders, and one that it seems to affect very positively is epilepsy. WHAT EXACTLY IS EPILEPSY? CONVENTIONAL TREATMENT. CANNABIS AS A POTENTIAL TREATMENT.

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Cannabinoids: THC

FloridaMarijuana.net

A 2006 edition of Current Pharmacology published an article titled: “Role of the Cannabinoid System in Pain Control and Therapeutic Implications for the Management of Acute and Chronic Pain Episodes”. Cannabinoid Receptors , referred to as CB1 and CB2, are an essential part of the human body’s endocannabinoid system.