Christine Green
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Is cannabis really medicine? Today more than 20 states have legalized medicinal marijuana and three states plus the District of Columbia have legalized cannabis for medicinal and recreational use. Recently, Congress approved legislation that would allow veterans access to the herb for medicinal purposes. With more and more states opening up their minds about cannabis, and the amount of positive research coming out about the herb, we decided to compile a list of some of the many health benefits associated with the plant!
Don’t be afraid to roll one while you read!
1. Cannabis Can Kill Cancer Cells – A 2014 study published in the Molecular Cancer Therapies medical journal documented research conducted by scientists from St. George’s University of London. Lead researcher, Dr. Wai Lui, in an op-ed for The Washington Post, had this to say: “Recent animal studies have shown that marijuana can kill certain cancer cells and reduce the size of others,” the NIDA report said. “Evidence from one animal study suggests that extracts from whole-plant marijuana can shrink one of the most serious types of brain tumors.
2. Cannabis Relieves Arthritis Pain – Since 2001, the herb has been used in Canada as a treatment for arthritis. In fact, The Arthritis Society published the Medical Cannabis: A Guide to Access [PDF] in 2015. This guide educates patients on navigating the often-confusing landscape that is medicinal marijuana.
3. Cannabis Improves the Symptoms of Lupus – While there is no cure for lupus, research has shown that the herb can help decrease many of the symptoms associated with lupus, such as reducing chronic pain and swelling.
4. Marijuana Can Improve Your Lungs – Marijuana lovers rejoice! A study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association found that consuming a moderate amount of cannabis could actually help improve lung capacity. If you’re a heavy smoker these findings do not apply to you!
5. Marijuana Can Improve Menstrual Cramp Symptoms – Before Whoopi Goldberg announced her foray into the cannabis industry targeting women’s monthly cycles, five marijuana strains that would alleviate symptoms associated with “that time of the month.” In fact, documentation from the early 19th century shows that cannabis was not only used to treat menstrual cramps but also reduce pain associated with giving birth!
“One of the biggest medical uses of cannabis in the 19th century was for the treatment of menstrual cramps and reduction of labor pain,” writes Jan Chaboya-Hembree.
6. Marijuana Can Improve Your Sleep – Studies as early as 1973 revealed that taking either THC or CBD before heading to bed could improve a person’s sleep overall.
7. Marijuana Can Assist in Weight Loss – Thought weed only caused “the munchies?” Think again. Check out this video from ‘The Young Turks’ Ana Kasparian as she summarizes the findings published in the American Journal of Medicine on how consuming cannabis can help you lose weight!
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Full Article: 7 Health Benefits of Cannabis - Black Enterprise
Author: Sirita Wright
Contact: (212) 242-8000
Photo Credit: Herbal Health Centre
Website: Black Enterprise - Your #1 Resource for Black Entrepreneurs, Professionals and Small Businesses
Don’t be afraid to roll one while you read!
1. Cannabis Can Kill Cancer Cells – A 2014 study published in the Molecular Cancer Therapies medical journal documented research conducted by scientists from St. George’s University of London. Lead researcher, Dr. Wai Lui, in an op-ed for The Washington Post, had this to say: “Recent animal studies have shown that marijuana can kill certain cancer cells and reduce the size of others,” the NIDA report said. “Evidence from one animal study suggests that extracts from whole-plant marijuana can shrink one of the most serious types of brain tumors.
2. Cannabis Relieves Arthritis Pain – Since 2001, the herb has been used in Canada as a treatment for arthritis. In fact, The Arthritis Society published the Medical Cannabis: A Guide to Access [PDF] in 2015. This guide educates patients on navigating the often-confusing landscape that is medicinal marijuana.
3. Cannabis Improves the Symptoms of Lupus – While there is no cure for lupus, research has shown that the herb can help decrease many of the symptoms associated with lupus, such as reducing chronic pain and swelling.
4. Marijuana Can Improve Your Lungs – Marijuana lovers rejoice! A study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association found that consuming a moderate amount of cannabis could actually help improve lung capacity. If you’re a heavy smoker these findings do not apply to you!
5. Marijuana Can Improve Menstrual Cramp Symptoms – Before Whoopi Goldberg announced her foray into the cannabis industry targeting women’s monthly cycles, five marijuana strains that would alleviate symptoms associated with “that time of the month.” In fact, documentation from the early 19th century shows that cannabis was not only used to treat menstrual cramps but also reduce pain associated with giving birth!
“One of the biggest medical uses of cannabis in the 19th century was for the treatment of menstrual cramps and reduction of labor pain,” writes Jan Chaboya-Hembree.
6. Marijuana Can Improve Your Sleep – Studies as early as 1973 revealed that taking either THC or CBD before heading to bed could improve a person’s sleep overall.
7. Marijuana Can Assist in Weight Loss – Thought weed only caused “the munchies?” Think again. Check out this video from ‘The Young Turks’ Ana Kasparian as she summarizes the findings published in the American Journal of Medicine on how consuming cannabis can help you lose weight!
News Moderator: Christine Green 420 MAGAZINE ®
Full Article: 7 Health Benefits of Cannabis - Black Enterprise
Author: Sirita Wright
Contact: (212) 242-8000
Photo Credit: Herbal Health Centre
Website: Black Enterprise - Your #1 Resource for Black Entrepreneurs, Professionals and Small Businesses
