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Epilepsy and MMJ: Exploring the Promising Treatment Benefits

MMJ Recs

Epilepsy is a complex neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, causing recurrent seizures that can significantly impact the quality of life. While traditional treatments like antiepileptic drugs exist, they may not always provide adequate relief for all patients.

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

Veriheal

Patients who suffer from epilepsy , which affects some 3.4 million people across the United States , report experiencing improved quality of life and a more restful night’s sleep after consuming the non-psychoactive cannabinoid CBD (cannabidiol). Researchers Analyzed Survey Results from 280 Epilepsy Patients.

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CBN: The Sleep-Inducing Cannabinoid

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

CBN is a popular cannabinoid, but what should we know about CBN and sleep? Currently, CBN is mostly used by the general population as a sleep-inducing aid. However, it may do more than just induce sleep—many fans of CBN report that it makes for longer-lasting, more satisfying sleep. CBN and Sleep: FAQs.

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Why I Started the ASA Challenge: Bringing Funds and Awareness to the Urgent Need for Medical Cannabis Access

Americans for Safe Access

I became passionate about medical cannabis when I saw remarkable results using cannabis in treating my son Zach’s severe refractory epilepsy. He went from sleeping most of every day, barely speaking or comprehending being spoken to, having a life filled with seizures, to being alert, interactive, and seizure free for most of the year.

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Patient Stories: How MMJ is Changing Lives in West Virginia

MMJ Recs

The real stories around medical marijuana (MMJ) are those of the patients who have experienced life-changing benefits from cannabis therapy. The positive impact it’s having on the lives of patients across West Virginia is significant. Better Sleep: Insomnia and sleep disorders affect many West Virginia residents.

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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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5 Biggest Benefits of Medical Cannabis for Your Health

United Patients Group

While there is still much research to be done on the potential benefits and risks of medical cannabis, there is a growing body of evidence that suggests it can be a valuable tool for managing chronic pain, anxiety and depression, nausea and vomiting, seizures, inflammation, sleep, and other health conditions.