10 Interesting Fact About Medical Marijuana

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• Marijuana or Cannabis plants have more than 100 active compounds including THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol) which can provide medical benefits.
• THC is a psychoactive compound that provides euphoria and excitement effects on cannabis users, while CBD does not have a psychoactive effect but can provide medical benefits.
• The history of the use of marijuana for medical purposes has existed since 2737 BC in China, where Emperor Shen Neng uses it to treat various diseases.
• Marijuana is used to treat various diseases such as cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, HIV/AIDS, and many more.
• Medical use of cannabis has been permitted in several countries such as Canada, the Netherlands, Spain, and several states in the United States.
• In treatment, cannabis can be consumed in the form of cigarettes, vape, edible, oil, and ointment.
• Based on research, the use of cannabis can reduce pain, anxiety, depression, and nausea in cancer patients.
• However, the use of cannabis can also cause side effects such as anxiety, emotional instability, and decreased cognitive performance.
• In Indonesia, the use and ownership of cannabis is still considered illegal and can be sentenced to prison.
• Some countries are currently conducting further research on cannabis for medical purposes, so it is expected to provide greater health benefits for the world community.