Cannabidiol is one of over 100 identified cannabinoids. It also is one of the most well-researched of all the cannabinoids. There is a slew of medicinal benefits that CBD offers users. It can be used to treat and relieve pain. It is also an antibacterial, effectively killing or slowing the growth of bacteria. CBD also reduces blood…
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Judging by the over a million Internet search results, it’s no doubt that cannabis oil has become a popular topic as of late especially as a potentially miraculous treatment for any number of devastating conditions like cancer. But what exactly is cannabis oil and are the claims about it too good to be true you…
1. Glaucoma Treatment Over the years, many have joked that they intend to get a medical marijuana card to treat their glaucoma. But there is some truth to this notion simply because medical marijuana can reduce the pressure in your eyes that negatively impacts your ability to see. However, we always encourage you to talk with…
Fibromyalgia is a medical condition characterized by near-constant musculoskeletal pain along with fatigue and issues with memory, sleep and mood. Health providers believe fibromyalgia causes intense pain by affecting the way in which the brain receives and processes pain signals. Women tend develop fibromyalgia more often than men, and many people with this condition also…
One of the basic requirements for getting medical marijuana is the patient must be a resident of Florida and have a qualifying medical condition. In this regard, patient has to submit medical registration form with their complete medical history to the Department of Health’s Office of Medical Marijuana Use. Once the marijuana doctor approves your…
Can Medical Marijuana Help Pain Associated With Fibromyalgia you ask? Yes it can says many experts in the field of medical cannabis. Fibromyalgia is oftentimes referred to as “Chronic Pain All Over The Body” because many of the symptoms are not apparent from the outside. Fibromyalgia is classified as a rheumatic disease much like arthritis because…
According to scientific literature, people who use weed have higher levels of depression and depressive symptoms than those who do not use cannabis – this is not necessarily a statement of cause, but there is a link there. Frequent or heavy use in adolescence can also predict depression or anxiety later on in life –…
Step 1: You Must Qualify For A Marijuana Card Before you can buy medical marijuana from a licensed and approved dispensary, you must first consult with a licensed medical marijuana doctor who is certified to prescribe medical marijuana after having completed the mandatory education requirements laid out by the state of Florida. The physician will then…
The THC in the cannabis binds to receptors in the nerves and muscles to relieve pain. Other studies suggest that the chemical also helps control the muscle spasms. Other types of muscle spasms respond to marijuana as well. Gupta also found a teenager who was using medical marijuana to treat diaphragm spasms that were untreatable by…
Medical marijuana is gaining popularity and public support by the day. It is estimated that medical marijuana sale numbers are estimated to reach 23 billion US dollars by 2025. Medical Marijuana has now been legalized in 34 states in the United States including Florida and 33 others. According to expert medical marijuana doctors, the drug when taken in…