Health Benefits

Health Benefits

Cannabis Health Benefits

  1. Cancer Fighting

    2. Cannabinoids fight certain types of cancer.

  2. Treating Depression

    3. Samir Haj-Dahmane of Buffalo University is conducting research using compounds derived from cannabis to restore normal endocannabinoid function and potentially help treat depression.

  3. Regulating Seizures

    4. Cannabis is showing promise in helping to people with disorders like Epilepsy regulate their seizures.

  4. Glaucoma Treatment

    5. Effective Glaucoma treatment can be obtained by ingesting cannabis, which helps lower pressure in the eyeball.

  5. Aid in Lung Health

    6. Though it may seem counter intuitive, cannabis has been shown to improve lung health in lung cancer and emphysema patients.

  6. Treating Arthritis

    7. The THC and CBD (in addition to other cannabinoids) in cannabis help sufferers deal with arthritis pain.

  7. Aid For Chemotherapy Patients

    8. Cancer patients undergoing treatment can find immense relief from cannabis’ many effects.

  8. Alternative Headache Treatment

    9. Standard headache medicines, from acetaminophen (Tylenol) to ibuprofen (Advil), can take their toll on your body, potentially resulting ulcers, liver damage and other complications. Cannabis provides a natural, non-invasive alternative.

  9. Benefits AIDS and HIV Sufferers

    10. Cannabis helps those living with AIDS cope by aiding sufferers in maintaining their diets and handling aches and pains.

  10. Weight Loss and Diabetes Prevention

    11. Cannabis users tend to be slimmer, on average, than non-users. Cannabis helps the body regulate insulin production and manage caloric intake more efficiently.