The aromatic richness of cannabis is in its terpenes and there are over 100 of them. This post from Happy Healthy Green profiles the most important terpenes and their benefits. Terpenes in Cannabis Myrcene Myrcene, specifically β-myrcene, is a monoterpene most commonly produced by cannabis (some varieties contain up to 60% of the essential oil). Its aroma is musky, earthy, ... Continue Reading
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Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders Disagree Over Changes in Marijuana Laws
Leading Democratic presidential candidates, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders, differ in their stance on federal legalization of marijuana. This post from The Blaze highlights their differing opinions on the reforms to be brought about in marijuana laws. The Democratic primary candidates are disagreeing over changes in marijuana laws as they campaign in South ... Continue Reading
Cannabis Oil May Be the Key to Cure Breast Cancer
Scientists are now proving that CBD-rich cannabis oil has the capability to exert its anti-cancer effects in numerous ways and in a variety of human tissues. This post from The 420 Times raises the hope that breast cancer may respond well to CBD-rich cannabis oil. Breast cancer is a vital health issue that is unfortunately on the rise among women. Evidence shows that ... Continue Reading
STUDY: Epilepsy – Taming THC: potential cannabis synergy and phytocannabinoid-terpenoid entourage effects
ABSTRACT: Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) has been the primary focus of cannabis research since 1964, when Raphael Mechoulam isolated and synthesized it. More recently, the synergistic contributions of cannabidiol to cannabis pharmacology and analgesia have been scientifically demonstrated. Other phytocannabinoids, including tetrahydrocannabivarin, cannabigerol and cannabichromene, ... Continue Reading