FDA Approves First Drug Comprised of an Active Ingredient Derived from Marijuana to Treat Rare, Severe Forms of Epilepsy
The FDA has approved Epidiolex, the first drug derived from marijuana, for the treatment of two rare and severe forms of epilepsy: Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and Dravet syndrome. These conditions are characterized by frequent, severe seizures and often resist existing treatments. Epidiolex is an oral solution that contains cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis. […]
Unleashing the Potential of Cannabinoids: A Groundbreaking Study on their Role in Cancer Treatment
Cancer is one of the most formidable challenges in modern medicine, with millions of new cases diagnosed each year. Traditional treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy, while effective, often come with severe side effects. This has led researchers to explore alternative treatments, and cannabinoids have emerged as a promising option. A recent study titled “Cannabinoids […]
How Brittney Griner survived nearly a year in a Russian jail
Brittney Griner was desperate. It was February 2022 and the WNBA star had been detained in the Russian capital of Moscow awaiting trial on drugs charges. Facing a possible prison sentence of up to 10 years and with her options fast running out, Griner wrote to President Biden, pleading for his assistance in securing her […]
Alleviate Fibromyalgia Symptoms with Homemade CBD Bath Bombs
Introduction: Living with fibromyalgia can be challenging, as it involves chronic pain, fatigue, and other debilitating symptoms. While there’s no cure for fibromyalgia, many people seek relief from its symptoms through various methods, including medications, lifestyle changes, and alternative therapies. In recent years, CBD (cannabidiol) has gained attention for its potential therapeutic benefits, including its […]
10 Surprising Benefits Of Cannabis Essential Oil
The most important health benefits of cannabis essential oil include its ability to protect your skin, reduce stress and anxiety, improve the quality of sleep, boost appetite, optimize digestion, reduce pain, prevent certain cancers, and protect the heart health. Cannabis Essential Oil Cannabis essential oil is one of the most unusual oils in the essential oil range, simply because of the plant from which it is derived. Although […]
Morgan Freeman uses a Natural remedy for HEADACHES, SEIZURES, CHRONIC PAIN
The 77-year-old actor came out wholeheartedly in favor of all natural CBD, adding, “The only thing that offers any relief is CBD,” Freeman told. Freeman, who stars with Diane Keaton in the new romantic comedy, “5 Flights Up,” said he still has chronic pain from a near-fatal car crash in 2008 that caused extensive nerve […]
Minn. medical marijuana program opens doors to chronic pain patients
Signing up: Elisa McCann, 3, is enrolled and ready to become one of the first pain patients admitted to Minnesota’s medical marijuana program. Elisa has epidermolysis bullosa, which causes her skin to blister and tear at the slightest contact. (The Minnesota Star Tribune) On Monday, the state will expand its medical cannabis program to include […]
Research Finds That Cannabis May Be Better For Chronic Pain Than Opioids
For years, medical marijuana advocates have asserted that cannabis may be more effective and have fewer side effects than prescription opiates for chronic pain. Without scientific proof, however, it was only anecdotal. With mounting concern by doctors, nurses and even the CDC about opioid fatalities, dependence, and abuse, alternatives to opiates are being sought throughout […]
Morgan Freeman uses a Natural remedy for HEADACHES, SEIZURES, CHRONIC PAIN
The 77-year-old actor came out wholeheartedly in favor of all natural CBD, adding, “The only thing that offers any relief is CBD,” Freeman told. Freeman, who stars with Diane Keaton in the new romantic comedy, “5 Flights Up,” said he still has chronic pain from a near-fatal car crash in 2008 that caused extensive nerve […]