system). In 2013, Bradley E Alger, Ph.d, published the paper Getting High on the Endocannabinoid System (Click Here). The Editor’s Note to this paper reads in part:
The endogenous cannabinoid system—named for the plant that led to its discovery—is one of the most important physiologic systems involved in establishing and maintaining human health. Endocannabinoids and their receptors are found throughout the body: in the brain, organs, connective tissues, glands, and immune cells. With its complex actions in our immune system, nervous system, and virtually all of the body’s organs, the endocannabinoids are literally a bridge between body and mind. By understanding this system, we begin to see a mechanism that could connect brain activity and states of physical health and disease.
Endocannabinoid System deficiency discussed and the role of the system and several medical conditions (Click Here).
March 28, 2018 article appearing in The Medical News Today with links to medical studies summarized their findings with respect to CBD for arthritis (Click Here):
Their researchers note a significant drop in inflammation and signs of pain, without additional side effects. People using CBD oil for arthritis may find relief from their pain …
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319475.php
I believe that we can agree on the above points. The following are key timeline events that are also factual:
Cannabis has been used for thousands of years. The year 2727BC appears to the first physical evidence of cannabis used medically (trivia – ever wonder why Tinley’s drinks have the number “27” in their name?). In 1621, we see evidence of cannabis being used in different parts of the world to treat depression. Before prohibition, cannabis was an ingredient in hundreds of medicines. Hemp was also used widely in medicine and food as early as 6000 BCE. For those interested in the history of hemp medicine click here.
By 1937, the global prohibition of cannabis was nearly complete with the USA adding itself to the growing list to enact prohibition of cannabis.
A rise in the number of medical conditions previously deemed and particularly heart attacks. This became front and centre in mainstream news when President Eisenhower suffered a heart attack in 1955.
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