The dried buds and leaves of the cannabis sativa plant alleviate therapeutic symptoms for some individuals
Until recently, the use of marijuana, preferably cannabis, was considered legal in only 36 states in the United States for the treatment of certain health conditions. However, its origins can be traced back over 5000 years to the ancient world, with the cannabis sativa plant – also known as cannabis – first used for medicinal purposes around 400 AD. In the United States, it was used as a patented medicine in the 19th century and early 20th century.
Current research shows that the dried buds and leaves of the cannabis sativa plant can alleviate the symptoms of cancer therapy for some people.
Cannabis contains more than 100 biologically active components, known as cannabinoids, also called phytocannabinoids. The most studied compounds are delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). Each of these has different effects on the body: THC, the main psychoactive cannabinoid, can help combat pain and nausea, reduce inflammation, and act as an antioxidant. CBD helps manage seizures, reduces anxiety, and stimulates appetite. The effects of cannabis depend on how these compounds enter the body. The most common methods are through food (edible cannabis).
Studies conducted on animals and in laboratories have shown that THC and other cannabis chemicals can stop the growth of tumors. These laboratory studies have examined cells related to lung, skin, breast, prostate, and other cancers. They found that cannabis can, in some cases, stop the spread of cancer cells.
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