On June 25th, 2018, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved Epidiolex (cannabidiol, CBD) for treatment of seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome and Dravet Syndrome, two forms of epilepsy. Epidiolex is the first plant-based drug derived from cannabis approved in the US, and it also represents a new medication option for children with epilepsy…
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There has been an ongoing battle as to whether cannabis can relieve and/or treat symptoms of anxiety. Many medical experts say, it can do both. As more information emerges about how marijuana can treat and relieve some of the symptoms of anxiety, it’s important to recognize and educate on the effects of cannabis on anxiety disorders. Whether cannabis…
Cannabis is effective form for treating many symptoms that patients with neurodegenerative disorders endure, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). However, it is unknown whether cannabis will alter the course of ALS and there are no studies at this time that would suggest a neuroprotective effect of cannabinoids with ALS. ALS is not a disease, but…
More than 25% of Americans suffer from a gastrointestinal disease such as irritable bowel disease and/or inflammatory bowel diseases. Study Shows 1 in 5 Americans walk around with debilitating a gastrointestinal issues that goes undiagnosed. Women in particular are most impacted by a gastrointestinal disease again such as IBS or IBD. There are many symptoms that accompany gastrointestinal diseases….
The cannabis plant contains active chemical compounds called cannabinoids, which are something of a miracle. In 1988, scientists discovered that the icy hairs containing resin glands, or trichomes, on cannabis leaves and flowers contain active chemical compounds (nearly ninety have been isolated so far) that plug into cannabinoid receptors in the human brain. These plant-based…
A spinal cord injury or a disease that affects the spinal cord is trauma that results in temporary or permanent change in the spinal cord’s normal facets and functions. Individuals who sustain a spinal cord injury often have lifelong and profound neurologic deficits and accompanying disability are common within individuals who have sustained a spinal cord…
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…
Edibles are a growing and very popular way to get the medicinal benefits of marijuana without smoking or vaping it. They are also suitable for people that love a slow, intense, and long-lasting experience. MMJ butter is a great option for most as it makes infusing marijuana into food (and some drinks) easier. Such control is vital for medical marijuana patients, especially those experiencing diminished…
Generally speaking, they top ways to administer medical marijuana for Florida residents: Inhalation Edibles Tincture Topical Inhalation (vaping and smoking) Vaping or smoking your marijuana is a consumption method that involves inhaling marijuana directly into your lungs. From there, the THC and CBD can quickly enter the bloodstream. Consuming marijuana by inhalation provides the quickest onset of action, but…
What is Tourette’s Syndrome Tourette syndrome is a condition that is often seen as a laughing situation for few people. While it may be funny to watch someone ticking, it’s a condition that can be very distressing for the patient, and for people who are close to them. The condition causes the patient to perform actions and sounds…