Patient’s Guide to Treating Migraine’s with Medical Marijuana
Migraines are more than just allergy or stress-related headaches. They can last for 4 to 72 hours and make it extremely difficult for an individual to perform even the most trivial tasks. In addition to that, things like noise and movement can further amplify the symptoms. […]
Cannabinoids of Marijuana: THC and CBD
There are over 113 compounds in marijuana that belong to a family called the cannabinoids. These cannabinoids interact with the human body through the endocannabinoid system with each compound having a different effect. […]
Spasticity Relief through Marijuana Therapy
Muscle spasms are one of the most common reasons for prescription of medical marijuana. Previous studies showed a positive correlation of marijuana treatment for relieving the spasms, often showing significant improvement in human and animal trials. Research into the treatment of spasticity through marijuana was abandoned however, mostly because of the negative news surrounding the drug. With the recent increase in its adoption, the research has been picked up by a number of scientific and [...]
Terpenes, Aroma and Flavors of Medical Marijuana
Cannabis is most commonly associated with the chemical compounds found in the plant. Specifically, the cannabinnoids THC and CBD that attach to the endocannabinoid receptors in animals are the reasons this plant is famous for. This takes away from some of the other, less known features of cannabis. Apart from being a psychoactive drug, cannabis is also an aromatic plant that produces a strong and distinct fragrance. If the cannabis plant was not being used [...]
The Opioid Crisis in America
It’s a well-known fact that America is embroiled in an opioid epidemic. Like many other countries around the world, the country is fighting hard to take control of the situation. Studies indicate that over 2 million American adults have become addicted to strong prescription medicines and illegal drugs, such as heroin. In 2016, more than 63,600 overdose deaths were recorded in the country. This included 42,249 deaths from opioid use. In other words, an [...]