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What Is THCV and What Are Its Benefits?

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  With the rising popularity of novel phytocannabinoids, you might be asking yourself what THCV is and what its benefits are. Well, there is a lot to this THC look alike that should peak your interest. Many users enjoy the numerous therapeutic benefits that come with THCV, others appreciate the fact that it does not cause any psychoactive effects. Marijuana users are not the only ones who are experimenting with this cannabinoid, even big pharma has its eye on THCV as you will see later in this article. Without putting the metaphorical cart before the horse lets first start by understanding what makes this cannabinoid so great.

What is THCV?

Science has revealed that marijuana has over 400 bioactive compounds. This includes over 100 cannabinoids, about 200 terpenes, and ...

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Cannabis and Nausea: What the Research Says?

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Cannabis and nausea seem to pair well together; but is there scientific evidence to support this relationship? Nausea affects millions of people around the globe. Some groups are more vulnerable than others, this includes pregnant women in their first trimester, patients receiving chemotherapy, as well as those suffering from chronic conditions. When nausea occurs infrequently it may not be a significant cause for concern as regular OTC anti-emetics may help to settle things. On the other hand, chronic nausea can be debilitating. As you will learn later in this article, chronic use of OTC anti-emetics is associated with mild to severe side effects. This has prompted both clinicians and patients to seek alternative forms of treatment for nausea. It appears that cannabis has potential ...

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Can Cannabis Save the Bees?

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  Researchers around the world are trying to understand whether cannabis can save bees that are affected by pesticides―a common contributor to declining bee populations. Beekeepers lost 105,240 bee colonies during the early months of 2020—a 76% rise over last year and the highest total since 2016 when bees were classified as endangered. 

Bees and butterflies help pollinate approximately 75% of the world’s flowering plants and 35% of the world’s food crops—including fruits and vegetables. It's pretty simple—no bees, no food. Because of the severity of this issue, researchers worldwide are focusing on saving bees to ensure food security. Here's a rundown of three recent projects focused on bees and cannabis. 

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How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Florida

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  If you are a resident of Florida and think that you qualify for a medical marijuana, this is how to get a medical marijuana card easily. Medical marijuana was legalized in Florida in 2016 through an amendment that was passed through the ballot with a 71% vote. The medical marijuana program was approved on June 15th2017. This means that residents of Florida can now access medicinal cannabis products legally from dispensaries. However, medical marijuana is still highly regulated because marijuana remains a scheduled substance under federal law. For patients to have access to this form of treatment, they need to first obtain a medical marijuana card. This article outlines the steps required to obtain this card in the shortest time possible. If anything, when disease beckons you ...

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Can Cannabis Treat Alzheimer’s Disease?

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  Can cannabis treat Alzheimer’s disease or is this mere hype? Several states have approved Alzheimer’s as a qualifying condition for medical marijuana treatment. This suggest the potential benefit of the herb in treating this chronic condition that does not have a known cure. Over the last couple of years, cannabinoid- based therapy has been a subject of interest among scientists. Alzheimer’s is now a priority and a couple of preliminary studies have been conducted to assess potential benefits of cannabis in this area. This article is a summary of what science has revealed so far in this area.

What is Alzheimer's Disease?

This is the most common form of old age dementia that affects about 50 million people around the world. It is an incapacitating disease that is ...

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What Are Terpene Blends?

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  Terpene blends are fast becoming a buzz word in the cannabis scene, but what exactly are terpene blends? As the name suggests, they are a mixture of terpenes that have been blended together to achieve a particular benefit or effect. There is a lot that goes into creating a terpene blend; it is more than merely mixing terpenes together. Terpene blends become popular after the synergistic effects of cannabis were identified and elaborated. Terpenes in cannabis not only provide the distinct aroma and taste but they also offer significant therapeutic benefits especially when they are working with other compounds in cannabis. There are over 200 different terpenes that are present in cannabis. They have different biochemical make up and will produce different scents as well as ...

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List of Terpenes and Terpene Benefits

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Here is an updated list of over 30 different terpenes plus their benefits. Terpenes are the mainstay of cannabis ensemble or entourage benefits. Without them, cannabinoids would lack the synergistic benefits that make their healing effects pronounced and sustained. This means that terpenes are integral to the success of cannabinoid- based therapy. This is why full-spectrum products are becoming increasingly popular and preferred above isolates and distillates.

What are terpenes?

There are over 100 different terpenes that are found in cannabis. These are volatile organic molecules that are produced in the resin glands of cannabis and produce the different unique aromas present in cannabis strains. You might hear the terms terpenes and terpenoids being used interchangeably. ...

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Is Marijuana Safe For The Heart?

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Many people are asking if marijuana is safe for the heart after the American Heart Association (AHA) published a report hinting at a possible cardiovascular risk related to cannabis consumption. We've analyzed the report and here's our take on the matter. It's no secret that cannabis is loved and hated in equal measure. It's no surprise that mainstream media paint cannabis in a negative light in view of AHA’s recent report. The therapeutic benefits of cannabis in different areas are not subject to question; but cardiovascular benefits or risks have not been well investigated so cannot be approved or disapproved. Cannabis derived compounds cannabidiol (CBD) has been approved by the U.S.Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of intractable childhood seizures. Cannabis has ...

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Pain Fighting Terpenes

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Pain fighting terpenes are a new class of compounds that are drawing interest from all quarters as the opioid epidemic continues to balloon. Terpenes that fight pain offer a natural alternative for the management of chronic pain without posing a risk for addiction―a relief for many people battling chronic pain. Due to the many years of cannabis prohibition, terpene research is still in its infancy. However, preliminary studies are pointing towards significant potential that could revolutionize the management of chronic pain, especially when pain fighting terpenes are combined with analgesic cannabinoids. This article highlights five terpenes that fight pain and how they work.

What are Terpenes?

Terpenes are among the numerous bio-active compounds that are found in ...

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Everything You Need To Know About Medical Marijuana in West Virginia

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Here is a breakdown on everything that you need to know about the medical marijuana program in West Virginia. The mountain state is loved for its scenic natural beauty, grand resorts as well as architectural feats. If you are a lover of history you should consider exploring the history of civil war in West Virginia. Now, medical cannabis is also one of the inviting features in this state; residents can easily access the medical marijuana program without much ado. West Virginia cannabis users rejoined in 2017 when Governor Jim Justice signed Senate Bill 386 into law, allowing patients with serious medical conditions to access medical cannabis. Medical cannabis in this state is only allowed in the form of: Pills Tinctures Gels Creams Ointments Appropriate form for ...

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Best Cannabis Strains For Female Orgasm

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The following best cannabis strains are good for female orgasm, regardless of how seldom it is achieved. The elusive female O’ is a subject of controversy in many circles. Traditionally, in many cultures it has been taboo for women to seek pleasure from sex. This has been the preserve of the male species. If anything, at least the male orgasm has a significant purpose which is to deposit sperms into the vagina for the purposes of reproduction. On the flip side, the female orgasm has no bearing on ovulation or fertilization. It is therefore a “mere bonus” or reward for facilitating the process of reproduction. But to the modern woman, mutual orgasm is an integral part of intimacy.

Why is it so hard for women to achieve orgasm?

The NHS website defines orgasm as “a feeling of ...

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The Truth about Cannabis and HIV/ AIDS

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With all the back and forth on the therapeutic benefits of cannabis, here is the truth about cannabis and HIV/ AIDS. Cannabis has been used as a therapeutic agent for hundreds of years. When HIV/ AIDS entered the scene in the early 1980’s, cannabis again came up as a potential treatment for some of the chronic symptoms of the disease. Back then, cannabis was mostly considered as an appetite stimulating agent that could help to combat massive weight loss associated with the disease. Currently, there is a broad range of therapeutic applications for the herb in the management of HIV and AIDS. This article highlights the breadth and depth of this.

Is There a Cure for HIV/ AIDS?

The first case of HIV in the US was reported in 1981. Ever since, 35 million people have died from the ...

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CBN Benefits and Its Effect

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Is this the first time you have ever heard about phrases like CBD or cannabidiol? In the past, there was quite a misconception and misrepresentation about CBN benefits and its effect. Many people did not know much about cannabis properties and what made up the marijuana plant. All they saw was the bad press that cannabis received. Knowledge is power and so as time has passed, many of us have found out about CBN benefits and how THC and CBD works in the body. Now, it is time for you to be enlightened.

The Elements of CBN

As marijuana becomes legalized in many states, many people nationwide are embracing the idea that marijuana has a lot of CBN benefits. More importantly, this benefit affected the lives of little kids who suffered from seizures and also patients that had chronic ...

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Cannabis May Be Used To Prevent COVID-19

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Researchers in Canada are looking into the possibility that cannabis may be used to prevent COVID-19. Olga and Igor Kovalchuck have been developing a cannabis strain for cancer and inflammation for years. In light of the current health crisis, the duo has turned their attention to working on a marijuana strain that could potentially be used to battle COVID-19.

Meeting the Urgent Need for New Therapies

Researchers from the University of Lethbridge in Alberta, Canada sought to study new therapies and prevention strategies to minimize the spread of coronavirus and reduce mortality. The results were published in the April issue of the journal Preprints. Researchers chose to focus on “inhibition of viral entry” to manage the spread of the virus. “Similar to other ...

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Cannabis for Autoimmune Disease Treatment

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Using cannabis for autoimmune diseases has been a hot topic lately, as the prevalence of autoimmune conditions continues to rise. The National Institutes of Health estimates that up to 23.5 million Americans suffer from autoimmune disease. There's currently no known cure for autoimmune diseases, which means that victims have to live with the symptoms that come with the disease. Scientists are working hard to find effective remedies that can either stop the progression of or prevent the occurrence of autoimmune diseases. Most recently, they have been looking into the use of cannabinoids in treating autoimmune conditions; this is what we will explore in this article. Before we get to that, you should first understand autoimmune diseases.

What Are Autoimmune Diseases?

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