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Medical Marijuana and Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder, otherwise known as “manic- depressive illness”, is a chronic illness that is characterized by uncontrollable high moods (mania) and low moods (depression). For years doctors and scientists have been looking for ways to help treat this disorder as nearly 2.9 % of the U.S population is affected on an annual basis. While conventional … Read more
Why You Should Keep a Medical Cannabis Journal
The act of writing things down helps you to organize your thoughts, to improve your mental health, to set goals, to reduce stress, and to learn more about yourself and your cannabis lifestyle. In this article I will discuss the benefits of journaling as well as the importance of medical cannabis journaling. I will include … Read more
Hemp Biofuels Have The Potential To Replace Fossil Fuels
The burning of fossil fuels plays a big role in spewing large amounts of CO2 into the environment which is wreaking havoc on the planet. Switching entirely to renewable energy sources is essential for our survival. In this article I will discuss the energy potential of hemp biofuel, some biodiesel facts, the different types of … Read more
What are THCP and CBDP? Discoveries in Cannabinoid Research
A team of Italian researchers who were doing a study on industrial hemp, stumbled upon two new cannabinoids; THCP and CBDP. They published their study in Scientific Reports on December 30, 2019. In this article I will explain the ramifications of this exciting yet unexpected discovery and discuss the analytical tools used in their study. … Read more
Task Force Guidelines on Medical Cannabis for Chronic Pain
Global Task Force The 20 member international task force includes medical professionals from North America, Brazil, Europe, Australia and Africa. It was led by Dr. Arun Bhaskar of the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Pain Management Centre in London, UK. The members bring many decades of clinical experience working with medical cannabis. They include primary … Read more
Looking at Glaucoma in a Whole New Light
Cannabis and Glaucoma As many as 3 million Americans suffer with glaucoma, the name given to a group of eye diseases that cause vision loss and blindness. The cause is unknown, there are no early warning signals, there is no cure and it is irreversible once vision loss is complete. The good news is that … Read more
CBD Oil Extraction Methods
There are several different methods that CBD oil producers use to extract CBD oil from the cannabis plant. Each one has its pros and cons. The two factors in choosing which method to use should depend on safety concerns and efficacy. In this article I will explain some of the different methods used to extract … Read more
February is Black History Month
Since 1976, February has been designated as Black History Month, where we celebrate the contributions that Black Americans and African Americans have made to this country. I will discuss why it is is crucial to continue to commemorate Black America’s achievements. I will give you some historical information about how cannabis came to this country … Read more
Proper Storage of Your Medical Cannabis Products for Safety and Freshness
Congratulations! You just made your very first purchase of medical cannabis products. Now what? This article is about the importance of maintaining the freshness and potency of your cannabis products. I also talk about safety precautions for patients, especially those with children and pets. Proper Storage of Medical Cannabis Products Preserving the quality and potency … Read more
The Benefits Cannabis Products Bring To The Cosmetic Industry
The cannabis beauty industry has exploded in the past decade. Cannabis usage is not only considered to be crucial to maintain good health for many patients, but it has found its way into the skin care, beauty and cosmetic industry. In this article I will discuss how cannabis-based products will keep you looking and feeling … Read more