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Although marijuana is listed as an illegal Schedule I drug under federal law, it has been used for centuries as an herbal remedy for a host of conditions. In fact, cannabis was a component of many medications and tinctures up until the 1930s, when individual states banned it and, eventually, so did the federal government. But many states have again begun to recognize the medicinal value of marijuana for cancer, epilepsy , insomnia, multiple sclerosis, post-traumatic stress disorder , and many other qualifying conditions , by legalizing it entirely or offering medical marijuana programs to help patients find relief. Understanding Medical Marijuana’s Components Because marijuana is still illegal under federal law, there are limited recent studies to show its effectiveness as a medical treatment. However, many patients have experienced great success using medical marijuana for cancer treatment and relief of uncomfortable symptoms. Marijuana contains possibly more than a hundred differen...

It’s easy for new medical marijuana patients to be overwhelmed by the number of strains available. Each one has different properties and levels of cannabinoids, which are the chemical compounds that make up the cannabis plant. New patients, or experienced patients looking for more effective strains, may try some of these strains below for the most effective treatment of certain qualifying conditions . Top Strains for Epilepsy Patients CBD, or cannabidiol, is a non-psychoactive compound in marijuana that is particularly effective in treating epilepsy , according to the British Epilepsy Association (studies in America have been more limited due to government restrictions, but these limited studies have also drawn the same conclusion). Their 2012 study concluded that CBD has anticonvulsant and anti-seizure properties, so patients with seizure disorders should look for marijuana strains that are high in CBD. Our picks include the following: Charlotte’s Web: Originally developed to cont...

Medical marijuana edibles have come a long way since their inception. While they can take several forms, from the traditional brownies to gummies, their beneficial impact on relieving pain and helping to alleviate certain qualifying conditions remains the same. However, due to the effects of marijuana, and the concentration levels of some edibles, it is important to understand safe consumption before starting a regimen. Be Mindful of the Dosage Read the label for the appropriate and recommended dosage. Each treat will have its own dosage, so go by what the individual label says. If trying edibles for the first time, make sure not to select a dosage that is too high. Also, be mindful of the number of edibles consumed. For best results, start small and wait for a period before increasing the dosage. Only move on to a higher dosage once a comfortable effect has been achieved. Remain Patient Edibles take longer to show their effects than smoked marijuana. Smoking and vaping can take ...