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Dr. Andrew Weil on Cannabis and Integrative Medicine

Project CBD

NM: Please tell us about the history of cannabis use in folk medicine. Dr. Weil: Cannabis has a long history of use in folk medicine throughout the world. In general, I think that botanical medicine is safer than pharmaceutical medicine, that the chances of causing harm are much less. Cannabis is a really special case.

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Miami’s Top Cannabis Doctor – Same Day Cards

LifeCannMD

Patient Narrative: Elena’s Path to Reclaiming Wellness Elena, a 58-year-old educator with Cuban roots, sought out LifeCannMD after years of managing inflammatory conditions with pharmaceuticals that left her disconnected from her vibrant teaching style and cultural practices.

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GW Pharmaceuticals receives approval for EPIDYOLEX® (cannabidiol) from the MHRA for the treatment of seizures associated with tuberous sclerosis complex

Cannabis Law Report

We are delighted by today’s decision from the MHRA for this new indication, which represents a significant step forward for TSC patients in the UK, many of whom may benefit from this new treatment,” said Chris Tovey , Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director, Europe & International at Jazz Pharmaceuticals.

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Study Finds That Non-Pharmaceutical May Boost Quality Of Life Among Epilepsy Patients

Veriheal

Unlike “pharmaceutical CBD”—which contains zero traces of the psychoactive compound THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and has been FDA-approved to treat Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome —artisanal CBD is non-mechanized and usually contains variable amounts of CBD and THC. It goes by the name of “artisanal CBD.” .

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The Endocannabinoid System-History, Health and Why We Feel High

Puff Puff Post

The History and Science of Cannabis. the Emperor Shen Nung prescribed cannabis for various medical conditions such as gout, rheumatism, and poor memory. includes the use of cannabis for treating inflammatory conditions. . The use of cannabis for medicinal purposes can be dated back to as early as 2700 B.C.; In 2723 B.C.,

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The History of Cannabis in Medicine

Cannabis Law Report

Prehistorically, cannabis was used to relieve pain and acted as an effective remedy for different health conditions. It does not create mind-altering effects on the user, thereby rendering it efficient in treating certain health conditions. The history of cannabis in medicine. Healing properties of cannabis.

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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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