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Introduction
Cannabis is a versatile and powerful plant that has been used for thousands of years as medicine. Although it’s still illegal in many parts of the world, there are plenty of reasons why you should consider using cannabis to improve your quality of life. This article will cover just some of the benefits medical marijuana can offer and explain how they work.
Lowering Blood Pressure
The cardiovascular benefits of cannabis are wide-ranging, but one of the most important is its ability to lower blood pressure.
Cannabis can help lower your blood pressure by causing your arteries to dilate and relax. This allows more blood flow through them, which means more oxygen gets where it needs to go in order for your body to function properly–including delivering nutrients throughout the body and removing waste products from cells. In addition, cannabis might also help improve heart health by reducing inflammation around vessels; this reduces the risk of developing atherosclerosis (the hardening of arteries) or plaque buildup inside them.
Inflammation
Inflammation is the response of your body to infection or injury. It’s a normal process that helps you heal, but it can also be caused by a number of factors including infection, injury (such as from surgery), allergies and autoimmune disorders.
Inflammation causes pain, swelling and redness in the affected area. When you have an inflammatory condition such as arthritis or psoriasis–which is an autoimmune disease where skin cells multiply too quickly causing scaling on various parts of the body–you’ll likely experience these symptoms:
Sleep
Sleep is the most important part of your day. It’s when you rest, repair and rejuvenate your body so that you can be at your best the next day.
The quality of sleep you get impacts your health in many ways:
Sleep helps regulate hormones that control appetite and energy levels throughout the day.* A lack of sleep makes it harder to lose weight.* Studies show that people who sleep less than six hours per night have an increased risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes and obesity.* Poor sleeping habits are associated with Alzheimer’s disease as well as depression.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a normal response to stress, but it can become a problem when it’s chronic or severe. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 18 percent of adults and about 7 percent of children.
Anxiety can be caused by many factors, including genetics and life experiences; however, anxiety disorders often begin with an overactive amygdala (the part of your brain that processes emotions). This causes you to experience negative feelings such as fear or worry without any real threat present–and these feelings can get worse over time if they’re not treated properly.
Anxiety may also be a symptom of another health issue: people with chronic pain often experience high levels of anxiety because their bodies are in constant physical discomfort; those who have suffered from depression may develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after experiencing trauma such as sexual assault or war; people with heart disease often develop panic attacks because they’re worried about dying suddenly without warning.
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Gastrointestinal disorders are some of the most common conditions that medical cannabis can help treat. These include:
- Crohn’s disease, which causes inflammation in your digestive tract
- Ulcerative colitis, another type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that affects the colon and rectum
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition where acid from your stomach flows back into your esophagus
If you suffer from any of these gastrointestinal disorders or just want to reduce symptoms like nausea, pain and bloating associated with them–or if you have trouble sleeping at night due to these symptoms–then medical marijuana may be right for you.
Seizures
Seizures are a common condition that affect 1 in 26 people in the United States. They can be caused by a number of different things, including:
- Birth trauma or injury
- Brain infections like meningitis or encephalitis
- Brain tumors
Seizure medications can also cause side effects such as drowsiness and fatigue. In addition to these potential side effects, some epilepsy medications have been linked with depression and suicidal thoughts. Cannabis has been shown to be effective at reducing seizure frequency and severity; it’s also been shown to reduce the risk of death from seizures by 50%. Cannabinoids may also help those suffering from severe, uncontrollable seizures.
Health and Wellness
Cannabis can be used to help treat a variety of health problems. It’s been shown to be an effective treatment for pain, nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy, multiple sclerosis spasms, and other conditions. Cannabis has also been shown to reduce the symptoms of many common health conditions such as anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Unfortunately for many patients who have found relief from their symptoms through cannabis use, it remains illegal in many states due to federal laws criminalizing its possession or sale. But despite these restrictions on access to medical marijuana dispensaries in states where they’re legal–there are still plenty of options available if you want them!
Cancer Fighter
Cannabis is a powerful tool in the fight against cancer, and it can help you in many different ways. It can relieve pain and nausea, help you relax, and even help you sleep–all of which are important for staying healthy when battling this disease.
Cannabinoids have been shown to be effective against some types of cancer cells by slowing down their growth or killing them outright. In addition, research has found that cannabinoids may protect normal cells from the toxic effects of radiation therapy used in treating tumors.[1]
Depression and Mood Disorders
Cannabis is a powerful antidepressant and mood stabilizer. It can help with bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other psychiatric illnesses that affect the way you feel.
Endocannabinoid System (ECS)
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a network of receptors, enzymes and other molecules in the body that help regulate many important processes. The ECS plays an important role in regulating emotions, pain, memory and mood.
The ECS is made up of:
- Endocannabinoids – endogenous chemical compounds that activate cannabinoid receptors; these are produced naturally in our bodies. There are two types of endocannabinoid: Arachidonoylethanolamide (AEA) and 2-Arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG).
- Cannabinoid receptors – proteins found on the surface of cells throughout the body that respond to cannabinoids like THC or CBD from cannabis plants by binding to them when these compounds enter the bloodstream after being consumed orally or inhaled through smoking/vaping techniques respectively . When this happens it triggers various signaling cascades within cells leading to various effects such as increased appetite suppression for example!
Conclusion
Medical cannabis is an excellent option for people looking to improve their health and well-being. It has been shown to help with a wide variety of conditions, such as anxiety, depression, seizures and many others. If you’re interested in learning more about how medical marijuana can help you or someone close to you then please contact us today for a medical cannabis consultation.
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