In recent times, marijuana, after decades of being demonized and criminalized , seems to be returning to its ancient character as a medicinal plant that can provide significant benefits to human health and combating of various illnesses.
or rebirth of marijuana beyond its exclusive nature of " evil drug "has been formed thanks to the United States has become popular , and legal in many states, the use of this plant for medicinal purposes. As more and have more success and acclaim among patients.
California is one state where it is most resorts to the use of medical marijuana , and economic and political importance have been made that the item be put on the table for discussion not only nationally but also is an important antecedent for other nations. California will take the opportunity to vote to legalize marijuana in November , and so far the polls show a preference for people to do so.
In Surf Pyjamas presented a list of ten benefits of this medicinal plant, which are already established , in order to promote this new look compared to marijuana, which allows us to understand what it really is and not told us the state propaganda and cultural mainstream that should be levied .
1) migraine Combat
Doctors in California have reported the successful treatment of migraines with 300,000 cases of medical marijuana. This contribution is relevant if we consider that 25 % of women and 8% of men reporting this condition in at least one point in their lives. (Source : www.relieve - migraine - headache.com )
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2) To slow the growth of tumors
The American Association for Cancer Research has confirmed that marijuana significantly reduces tumor growth in lung , breast, and brain. (Sources : www.seer.cancer.gov / www.cancer.emedtv.com )
3) relieves the symptoms of chronic diseases
Studies show that marijuana helps to qualify the symptoms of chronic ailments such as Bowel and Crohn's disease because it relieves diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal pain characteristic of these diseases.
4) Help prevent Alzheimer's
A report by the Scripps Institute found that THC , the main active substance in this plant , it helps block the deposits in the human brain where the disease originates . It is estimated that the United States alone there are 5.3 million people with Alzheimer's. (Source : www.alz.org )
5) Fight Glaucoma
Studies reveal that marijuana reduces intraocular pressure which favors the treatment of glaucoma. ( www.glaucoma.org )
6) Prevents seizures
The relaxing effects of this plant on the muscle and its effects antispasmodics , reduce the chances of having seizures. (Source : www.nimh.nin.org )
7) Support the treatment of attention deficit disorders and
Unlike traditional drugs such as Ritalin , whose use leads to multiple side effects , marijuana has proven effective in treating such cases without collateral costs of industrial medicine .
8) Can help treat multiple sclerosis
Marijuana helps curb some of the neurological effects and muscle spasms caused by this condition and that protects nerves.
9) Reduces discomfort of premenstrual syndrome
This plant has proven highly effective in reducing pain and physical discomfort caused by premenstrual syndrome among women . (Source : www.cannabismd.net )
10) Help in combating compulsive disorder / obsessive
As a muscle relaxant and tranquilizer marijuana significantly clarifies the anxiety it causes , yet obsessive behavior and compulsive tendencies . (Source : www.understanding_ocd.tripod.com )
