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Medical Benefits of Cannabis

Victor Juri   August 28, 2021  
Medical Benefits of Cannabis

Medical Benefits of Cannabis

People take cannabis products to help with everything from arthritis and Crohn's disease to diabetes and multiple sclerosis. Some say it helps with anxiety, insomnia, and chronic pain. That fact is that humans have been using cannabis for over 3000 years to treat different ailments, but a lot of research still needs to be done to advance the science of cannabis' effects on the body.

 

Some helpful Links to studies or trusted sources that talk about Cannabis and medical benefits or risks.

What are the benefits and risks of cannabis? By Medical News Today

Health Benefits of Medical Marijuana by Business Insider

Medical Marijuana by Harvard health Blog

 

CBD is used to help with other various conditions, such as:

  • seizures
  • inflammation
  • pain
  • psychosis or mental disorders
  • inflammatory bowel disease
  • nausea
  • migraines
  • depression
  • anxiety

THC is used to help with conditions such as:

  • pain
  • muscle spasticity
  • glaucoma
  • insomnia
  • low appetite
  • nausea
  • anxiety
  • multiple sclerosis pain
  • nerve pain
  • parkinson's disease tremors

Side Effects

THC can cause:

  • Problems with concentration
  • Dizziness
  • Vomiting
  • Drowsiness
  • Balance
  • Memory
  • increased heart rate
  • coordination problems
  • dry mouth
  • red or dry eyes
  • slower reaction times

Side effects from CBD can include:

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Upset stomach
  • Tiredness
  • Lightheadedness
  • Crankiness
  • Low blood pressure
  • Drowsiness

CBD & THC can also change the way some medicines work. Talk with your doctor about it.