20 health benefits of cannabis that everyone should know
Cannabis can be found in various forms. In addition, its health benefits are constantly growing. Tara Leo from CaliExtractions created an overview focused on the various advantages of this plant.
Cannabis contains CBD , a chemical that affects the brain to function better without causing drugs like THC. Cannabis users can achieve the following health benefits:
1. Relief from chronic pain
In cannabis we find hundreds of chemical compounds, the vast majority of which are cannabinoids. Thanks to their chemical treatment, cannabinoids offer relief from chronic pain. Therefore, cannabis by-products, such as medical cannabis, are used for this purpose.
2. Increasing lung capacity
Unlike cigarette smoking, marijuana smoking does not destroy the lungs. In fact, the study found that cannabis helps increase lung capacity and does not cause any harm during that time.
3. Help with weight loss
When you look at avid cannabis users, you will notice that they usually do not have extra pounds. Because cannabis helps regulate insulin, the body can absorb calories more efficiently than normal.
4. Controlling diabetes and providing prevention
It makes sense that due to its effect on insulin, cannabis can help regulate diabetes and also prevent diabetes. Researchers led by the American Alliance for Medical Cannabis (AAMC) have concluded that cannabis stabilizes blood sugar levels, lowers blood pressure and improves blood circulation.
5. Fight against cancer
One of the biggest health effects of cannabis is that it is linked to the fight against cancer. We have a large number of records available that show that cannabinoids can fight cancer, or at least certain types of cancer.
6. Help with depression
Depression is widespread today and many people do not even know they suffer from it. Endocannabinoid compounds in cannabis can help with mood balance and this alleviates depression.
7. Hope in the treatment of autism
Cannabis is known for being able to calm users and "watch" their mood. It can help children with autism who experience frequent mood swings.
8. Regulation of seizures
CBD research has shown that this substance can help control seizures. Studies are currently underway to focus on the effects of cannabis in people with epilepsy.
9. Strengthening bones
Cannabidiol is associated with the treatment of broken bones as it accelerates the entire course of treatment. According to Bone Research Laboratory , located in Tel Aviv, CBD also helps strengthen bones during treatment. Thanks to this process, it strengthens the bone, making it less likely to break again in the future.
10. Help with ADHD / ADD
People with ADHD and ADD have difficulty concentrating on the tasks. They tend to have cognitive problems and concentration. Cannabis is very promising in strengthening concentration and concentration in people with ADHD / ADD. In addition, it is considered safer than Adderall and Ritalin.
11. Treatment of glaucoma
Cataracts cause strong pressure on the eyeball, which is very painful for the individual. Cannabis can help reduce blood pressure, which provides patients with temporary pain relief.
12. Relieving anxiety
Although cannabis is known to cause anxiety, it can have the opposite effect. When used in guarded and safe doses and in the right way, then it can help relieve anxiety and calm.
13. Slowing down the development of Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease is one of many caused by degeneration of cognitive functions. The more we age, the more inevitable the already mentioned degeneration is. The endocannabinoids found in cannabis contain anti-inflammatory equipment that fights the brain inflammation leading to Alzheimer's.
14. Dealing with the pain associated with arthritis
Today, cannabis is commonly found in creams and balms, which are sought after by people suffering from arthritis. Both THC and CBD help suffering patients with pain relief.
15. Fighting the symptoms of PTSD
PTSD affects not only war veterans, but also individuals who are going through trauma. The more cannabis comes to the fore and is legalized, the more its effect on alleviating PTSD is being studied. Cannabis helps control the so-called fight-or-flight response.
16. Providing relief to patients with multiple sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis can be painful and cannabis is known to provide relief from the problem. Multiple sclerosis leads to painful muscle contractions and cannabis can help alleviate this pain at least a little.
17. Alleviation of hepatitis C-related adverse reactions and increase of efficacy
Treatment for hepatitis C includes a number of side effects, including nausea, exhaustion, depression, and muscle pain. In some people with hepatitis C, these symptoms can last for many months. Cannabis therefore alleviates any side effects caused by the treatment and at the same time makes the treatment itself much more effective.
18. Treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases
Individuals with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis may get some relief from using cannabis. THC and cannabidiol are known to help improve the immune response while acting on cells that play an important role in the functioning of the intestines. Cannabis helps "repel" bacteria and other compounds that cause inflammation.
19. Helps with the tremor that accompanies Parkinson's disease
In people with Parkinson's disease, cannabis can help reduce tremors and pain. In addition, it improves sleep quality and has been found to help improve motor skills.
20. Helps fight alcoholism
Another of the many health benefits is that there is no doubt that cannabis is much safer than alcohol. Although there is no 100% certainty that cannabis is risk-free, we can consider it a better substitute for alcohol itself.
Article author: Tara Leo (Content Marketing Manager), CaliExtractions
Article source: https://www.healtheuropa.eu/
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