Cannabis goes mainstream — for good reason

Rhea Graham

50plus Magazine

For those wondering if Cannabis might be helpful in easing age- or health-related maladies, ponder no more. Human beings have an EndoCannabinoid System designed to use this plant. You have receptors over every inch of your skin, and on every organ as well. You can’t die from an overdose because the brainstem doesn’t have enough receptors to stop the heart or breathing. Taking too high a dose can (or will) be uncomfortable. But if this does occur, the effects will pass within hours. The key is getting a formulation in a dosage that meets your needs.

Cannabis can be effective in treating an entire alphabet of conditions, including cancer, Alzheimer’s, neuropathy, nausea, arthritis, bulimia, insomnia, seizures and more. Those who don’t wish to feel effects such as loss of control or giddiness (ie. feeling “high”) can enjoy a cup of tea or a fruit smoothie made from leaves. Many topicals and other remedies are specifically prepared to help with pain and other conditions and to not cause feelings of being high.

Again, the key is in the preparation. As long as THC isn’t activated (decarboxylated) and there is no fat added in processing, there is no high. When present, THC attaches to fat and the liver metabolizes it, causing feelings of being high.

Cannabis knowledge has come a long way in recent years. There are numerous studies and countless instances of anecdotal evidence of people fixing what ails them with Smokeless Cannabis Remedies.

Perhaps most stunning are stories of people getting rid of cancer using Cannabis Oil. Cannabis has been proven to cause apoptosis, or programmed cell death, on cancer cells.

Also impressive is the oft-reported response to Cannabis by those affected by Parkinsons. Some report a near-immediate halt of tremors, which for these folks is a huge relief.

For some, the idea of using Cannabis might seem scary. But talk to friends and read up — you’ll likely be surprised by some very encouraging stories.