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5 Medical Cannabis Strains That Can be Used to Treat PTSD

FloridaMarijuana.net

The National Academies of Sciences reports that PTSD is a stressor-related disorder which develops as a result of a patient’s exposure to a traumatic event. The psychological symptoms that develop because of the trauma affect mood, cognition, memories (both suppression and the inability to form new memories) and physical health.

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Dr. Andrew Weil on Cannabis and Integrative Medicine

Project CBD

NM: As someone who has been researching cannabis for decades, how do you feel about the current legalization situation worldwide and in Japan, in particular? Dr. Andrew Weil: I think the trend very clearly is that in most developed countries, cannabis is being made legal first for medical uses and then also for recreational uses.

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What are cannabis landrace strains?

The Cannigma

As these strains evolved to adapt to the particular environment they were in, such as an arid mountain range or a hot steamy jungle, they developed unique characteristics and chemical profiles to survive in that area. They brought back landrace sativas from places like Mexico, Thailand and Africa.

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Medical Marijuana Strains for Appetite Suppression

LifeCannMD

However, recent research is looking into the use of marijuana to suppress the appetite. A high-CBD strain, unlike those varieties rich in THC, has shown promise in curbing hunger. Research has shown that low doses can reduce the appetite by inhibiting the CB1 receptor. Its’ THC content also ranges from around 15-25%.

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Avicanna Completes First Commercial Export of Aureus™ Branded THC Extracts to Austria and Welcomes Colombian Government’s Progressive New Regulation on Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

This initial export to Austria marks Avicanna’s first commercial export of psychoactive THC Cannabis Extracts into the emerging European medicinal cannabis market. Initial shipment of THC extracts into the European Union.

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Is Marinol The Same As THC?

PrestoDoctor

It is a synthetic form of THC, the active ingredient found in marijuana. Is Marinol the same as THC? In this post, we will unveil the facts about Marinol, including its THC content, uses, and potential side effects. While they all come from the cannabis plant, Marinol is a synthetic form of THC. What is Marinol?

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Using Cannabis for ALS: Benefits, Research and Best Strains

Greencamp

In this comprehensive guide, we are exploring the research on using cannabis for treating Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)—a rare neuron disease that targets the motor neurons in the body. Exploring the available research on ALS and cannabinoids. As few as 10% of ALS patients live longer than 10 years after being diagnosed.

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