The LEAF March/April 2016 | Page 11

Hope for the Future with D ravet Syndrome: CBD is a molecular component of the cannabis plant that has many healing properties, which can benefit those suffering from intractable epilepsy like Dravet Syndrome. Medicinal grade C B D should be used to treat Dravet Syndrome with the supervision of a qualified neurologist. CBD can be used with or without THC. CBD (cannabidiol) and other cannabinoids work on the endocannabinoid system with the CB1 and CB2 receptors. It is neuroprotectant and has other benefits as well.