The Leaf THE LEAF July-August 2017 | Page 9

Antioxidant In 2003, CBD was patented by the US. government after discovering the cannabinoid had amazing antioxidant and neuroprotective properties. These antioxidants are beneficial in preventing cell damage, thus reducing illness and disease. In the research leading up to the patent, they found that CBD was a more powerful antioxidant than both vitamins C and E. As you can take in large quantities of CBD via raw cannabis, you can introduce a vast number of antioxidants to your body very easily. Dr. Courtney has suggested consuming raw via juicing or blending, making a marijuana smoothing with other vegetables such as parsley or cilantro. Here are some other recipes to try if you want to enjoy the benefits of raw cannabis: Cannabis Watermelon Juice Green and Oh-So-Groovy Smoothie Date Smoothies Blueberry Canna-Bliss Smoothie ****************************************************************************************************************************