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Cannabis could be used to treat obesity-related diseases

Cannabis could be used to treat obesity-related diseases

22 August 2012 at 17:39 Comments are Disabled

Researchers have discovered two compounds from cannabis leaves that can increase the amount of energy the body burns. Test in animals have already shown the compounds can help treat type two diabetes while also helping to reduce levels of cholesterol in the blood stream and fat in key organs like the liver. They are nowRead More …

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History of cannabis in ancient China

History of cannabis in ancient China

6 August 2012 at 17:24 Comments are Disabled

Cannabis Sativa is an old plant with a long history. The word, sativa, comes from Latin and means “sown” or “cultivated.” And, in fact, the hemp plant, Cannabis Sativa, has been cultivated by humans for thousands of years. Cultivated primarily for its strength as a fiber and for its medicinal uses, it has even beenRead More …

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