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Morgan Freeman on Marijuana: “I eat it, I drink it, I smoke it!”

Morgan Freeman on Marijuana: “I eat it, I drink it, I smoke it!”

May 10, 2018 | 0 comments

Morgan Freeman on Marijuana: “I eat it, I drink it, I smoke it!”

It’s impossible to listen to Morgan Freeman’s voice and not be put into a trance-like state. After all, the Oscar-winning legend has guided people through alien invasions, the frozen plains of Antarctica, and even along dangerous roads in foreign destinations. One thing that most people don’t associate with the actor, however, is marijuana.

That all changed in a 2015 interview with The Daily Beast. Set to discuss his new film 5 Flights Up, Morgan Freeman instead opened up the conversation about his longtime use of marijuana and why he thinks it should be legalized everywhere. Morgan Freeman says he has been using marijuana for a long time.

How Morgan Freeman started using marijuana

Eight years ago, Freeman was driving through Mississippi when he was involved in an accident. His 1997 Nissan Maxima skidded off the highway and overturned several times. While he survives thanks to doctors he has suffered serious broken jaws, left shoulder and arm. Doctors operated for four hours to repair the nerves, but could not give Morgan full function in his left hand. To cope with the pain, Morgan Freeman turned to marijuana. When pressed for his opinion on pot use, Freeman stated, “MY FIRST WIFE INTRODUCED ME TO THE USE OF MARIJUANA MANY YEARS AGO. HOW DO I TAKE IT? ANY WAY: I EAT IT, I DRINK IT, I SMOKE IT, I SMIST IT, THEY ALSO SAY THAT MARIJUANA CAN RELIEVE THE PAIN OF CHILDREN WITH EPILEPSY SEIZURES SO MUCH, THAT IT ALLOWS THEM TO HAVE A NORMAL LIFE, WHICH IS NECESSARY TO SAY YES TO LEGALIZATION ACROSS THE LINE.

Referring to the surviving accident, he pointed to the glove sticking out of his left sleeve and stated,  “MARIJUANA HAS MANY USEFUL USES. I HAVE FIBROMYALGIA PAIN IN THIS ARM, AND THE ONLY THING THAT GIVES ME RELIEF IS MARIJUANA. THEY ARE TALKING ABOUT CHILDREN WHO SUFFER FROM ATROUSING PAIN AND WHO THANKS TO MARIJUANA CAN HAVE A NORMAL LIFE. CONCLUSION SAYS, ‘LEGALIZE MARIJUANA!’ ” The last time Freeman mentioned marijuana was in a 2003 interview with The Guardian. He can be remembered by stating “Never give up ganja”. His attitude in the interview with The Daily Beast was the same.













 









				
					

			
					


											
								Doctors confirm: smoking marijuana is not harmful to the brain							
					
															
Doctors confirm: smoking marijuana is not harmful to the brain

					
					
May 9, 2018 | 0 comments
Doctors confirm: smoking marijuana is not harmful to the brain




An international team of doctors from Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States evaluated the relationship between habitual cannabis exposure and gray matter volumes in seven brain regions, including:


    

  • the thalamus, 
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  • the hippocampus, 
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  • amygdala e 
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  • the nucleus accumbens
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The researchers reported that “normal variation in cannabis use is not statistically related to individual differences in brain morphology as measured by subcortical volume.”


Doctors’ conclusions


“This is the largest exploratory analysis integrating brain imaging with self-report of cannabis and comorbid substance use data. After adjusting for multiple testing, there was no effect of cannabis use on volume in any subcortical region of interest.


In the context of increasing medicalization and decriminalization and concerns about the consequences of increased cannabis availability, our findings suggest that normal variation in cannabis use is not statistically related to brain morphology measured with subcortical volumes in non-clinical samples.“




The findings are in line with previous brain imaging studies. As they report that exposure to cannabis appears to have little to no negative impact on brain morphology. This is especially true when compared to the dramatic effects associated with alcohol exposure. Two weeks ago, a meta-analysis of 69 independent studies reported that cannabis exposure in adolescents and young adults is not associated with any significant residual negative effects on cognitive performance. Results from a pair of recently published longitudinal twin studies also report that cannabis use is not independently associated with any residual changes in intelligence quotient  or executive function.

















				
					

			
					


											
								Marijuana: the cure for fibromyalgia							
					
															
Marijuana: the cure for fibromyalgia

					
					
May 8, 2018 | 0 comments
Marijuana: the cure for fibromyalgia




Cannabis-derived products are the best treatments available for pain management. Dr. John Regan says, “I have worked with people and animals with chronic pain, and cannabis is the most effective treatment I have found.” Nature provides a super drug, and it’s a shame that more people can’t access it for pain relief. 


The potential medicinal benefits of cannabis products are truly indispensable, especially for combating chronic pain caused by fibromyalgia. For those who are new to cannabis use for pain management. First, it is important for people to know what two chemicals in cannabis help to reduce or eliminate pain in patients. 


These two compounds have different effects on the body. Second, you need to know what to expect from each of these chemicals and why some prefer one over the other.


CBD vs THC




First we need to talk about cannabidiol, also known as CBD. Patients who are looking for pain relief without the feeling of being “high” from cannabis look to CBD. Some patients also experience reduced anxiety and increased appetite using CBD, while others may not get the additional therapeutic effects. Additionally, with products like CBD oil, use may result in psychoactive effects. Secondly, it is critical to discuss THC in marijuana products. 


Patients who use THC, as opposed to CBD, usually suffer from greater pain, which makes cannabis products containing THC very effective as a treatment option for patients with fibro and other chronic pain sufferers. Patients using THC may also experience many positive side effects, such as easier sleep, improved mood, and an increased appetite. Some strains of cannabis can help relieve anxiety. So it is better to seek help from a doctor who will help find the best strains of cannabis for fibromyalgia.


The benefits of ingesting marijuana for fibromyalgia sufferers




Marijuana edibles are available in myriad forms, such as chocolates, candies, lollipops, drinks, sweets, tinctures. The effects of edible marijuana products last longer and are easier to use, and it is because of these two qualities that so many chronic patients ingest THC instead of smoking it. The most important advantage over other forms of cannabis is the duration of its effect. 


For  chronic  pain  patients, this can be  life-changing. Whereas smoked will provide relief for a shorter period such as an hour, and foods high in THC routinely offer pain relief for eight hours or more. More than anything, reducing the number of times people will need to seek pain relief can have a profound impact on their quality of life, making everyday life easier. 


All of the products listed above, from chocolates to tinctures, offer long-term pain relief. That said, tinctures provide faster relief, which makes them an attractive choice for those with sudden pain.




Benefits given by taking THC and CBD


Cannabis edibles are available with both CBD and THC. Products containing CBD alone can last anywhere from eight to twelve hours, with some people experiencing longer or shorter periods of relief; the same goes for THC products. When deciding to use cannabis edibles containing THC, it is recommended to start with a 5 mg dose. 


For all food items, it can take thirty minutes to two hours for the pain to take effect. Mother tinctures could work in as little as fifteen minutes. Once foods are digested, patients should feel pain relief for several hours. Other benefits may include:




    

  • An increased appetite. 
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  • Improved sleep. 
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  • A reduction in muscle cramps. 
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  • And an improved mood. 
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  • In men, cannabis can also increase libido.
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The immediate relief given by inhalation


The fact that one type of medicine can provide relief for many symptoms of fibromyalgia, while enjoying few side effects, pushes fibro patients who used conventional medications, to use cannabis-based treatments. For many, the fast-acting properties of inhaled marijuana smoke overshadow the usefulness of edible products. 


Professionals may recommend following cannabis treatment by inhaling a small dose of marijuana via vaporization for long-term pain reduction. The use of one type of cannabis products should in no way limit the use of others. Additionally, difficulty breathing can be one of the most difficult ailments that come with a fibro diagnosis, making edibles the most suitable or only choice.


Improved sleep quality




Perhaps one of the best “side effects” of cannabis products is their ability to help people fall asleep, another major challenge for fibromyalgia patients. Traditionally, edibles are superior to inhaled cannabis options for ensuring a full night’s sleep. In fact, a dose of marijuana about an hour before bed helps many people sleep through the night, despite the pain. Even with fibro patients for whom pain is not their central struggle, cannabis edibles can still be an active form of treatment. As a sleep aid, both CBD and THC can be equally effective.










Relief from nausea and increased appetite




As any experienced cannabis user can tell you, marijuana can cause “the munchies,” or the intense desire to gobble up food. While it’s not the most common struggle associated with fibromyalgia, some patients struggle to maintain their appetite. If maintaining a healthy diet due to lack of appetite is a concern for anyone, cannabis edibles are often an option for improving appetite and energy levels throughout the day. 


When it comes to appetite enhancement, THC is superior to CBD. If your appetite is healthy, THC (not CBD) can also increase your metabolism, meaning that even if you eat more due to the munchies, there is a chance you will lose weight. In conclusion, we hope for a surplus from Italian politics and that they don’t just focus on light hemp.









































































				
					

			
					


											
								Marijuana: the cure for the liver							
					
															
Marijuana: the cure for the liver

					
					
May 8, 2018 | 0 comments
Marijuana: the cure for the liver


It has already been scientifically proven that cannabis is a significantly less harmful substance than alcohol. Marijuana protects the liver from alcohol damage.


Today a new scientific study explains how the use of marijuana can protect against liver diseases caused by alcohol abuse such as fatty liver (hepatic steatosis) and liver cirrhosis. 


The discovery comes from a working group of scientists from several research institutes in the United States, published in the prestigious journal Liver International. Scientists analyzed data from over 319,000 adults who had a history of alcohol abuse. After dividing people into three groups:




    

  • Who didn’t use cannabis. 
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  • Who used it occasionally. 
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  • And who uses it regularly.
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the researchers explain that: «The risk of developing all alcoholic liver disease in patients, who also used cannabis, was significantly lower than in non-cannabis users». The risk of developing fatty liver was reduced by 45% and the risk of developing alcoholic liver cirrhosis was reduced by 55%.




Marijuana also effective against non-alcoholic liver diseases


According to studies by the American College of Gastroenterology, the use of marijuana appears to benefit the liver of obese patients. In fact, there is a correlation between cannabis consumption and the decrease in the progression of non-alcoholic stethohepatitis (NASH). Cannabis has anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective properties that could lessen the severity of the disease and prevent it from progressing to stages that are dangerous for the patient. 


These studies have analyzed the hepatoprotective properties of the plant and how these can influence the manifestation of non-alcoholic stetheopathy. With the aim of determining how cannabis use influences the prevalence and progression of NASH in obese subjects. They thus divided the patients between marijuana users, arriving at the following conclusions:


Compared to those who did not use cannabis, 14,236 patients (1.6%) who used cannabis had less steatohepatitis (0.4% versus 0.7%) and cirrhosis (1.1% versus 1.5%).




According to the results of the study, there is actually a link between the reduced progression of steteohepatitis and the use of cannabis, explained by its anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective effect.


























 








 

				
					

			
					


											
								In Italy, cannabis arrives in tobacconists							
					
															
In Italy, cannabis arrives in tobacconists

					
					
May 8, 2018 | 0 comments
In Italy, cannabis arrives in tobacconists


At the beginning of 2018, the Italian Tobacconists Federation advised its members not to be enchanted by this continuously growing market. «But I am a trader, and obviously, I open myself to all earning possibilities». The owner of Tabaccheria Lupari Stefano Senesi responds in Strada Maggiore, adding:


«If it is now legal in Italy, I don’t see what the problem is. After all, it is a product like many others, with VAT at 22% and without the need for any particular license.”


Having arrived in his shop about two weeks ago, the light cannabis resold by Stefano Senesi (as well as in all the other tobacconists in Bologna who have decided to focus on this product) comes from both Holland and Italy and so far is meeting various positive opinions from of customers. «The first results have been good – he continues – and those who buy it are mainly people between 30 and 40 years old, who however do not usually consume marijuana».




In short: there are those who buy it to give themselves a moment of relaxation after a day of work, those who need it for health reasons. Certainly, no one buys light cannabis in the hope of getting high, especially the younger ones, who are far from this type of marijuana also due to the cost. In fact, a single gram goes from ten to fifteen euros – «In fact it is a quality product and therefore almost elite – explains the owner Massimiliano Mei from the Il Brucaliffo tobacconist in via Saragozza -, but sales are going very well, so much so that we are considering getting other types. We have had light cannabis in tobacconists for about a month and the market is constantly growing – he concludes -: if the law allows me and business is good, why shouldn’t I sell it?”









				
					

			
					


											
								Purple weed							
					
															
Purple weed

					
					
May 7, 2018 | 0 comments
Purple weed




Have you ever seen purple weed? Well, yes, there are phenotypes that, with temperature changes, become Purple. Simply put, an exterior that is exposed below 12 degrees in September/October/November takes on a purple color. It’s more or less the same thing for indoor cultivation too. 


Those who grow in cold or mountainous areas have an advantage. But just leave the entrance, i.e. access to the fresh air greenhouse, or the air conditioning on. But be careful with this process, since the temperature change, the cold and the high humidity can favor the creation of mold and fungi.


Among the most famous qualities with purple colors we find the following:




    

  • Purple Haze (mentioned in Jimmy Hendrix song) 
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  • Blueberry 
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  • Tanjerin 
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  • Purple Kush 
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  • Black Water (White Widow phenotype 2) 
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  • Critical Mass 
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  • Purple Orange 
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  • Bublegumm 
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  • Frisian Duck 
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  • Bubba Kush 
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  • Mendocino 
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  • Lavender 
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  • Twilight 
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  • Shaman 
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  • Pakistan Kush 
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  • Black Russian 
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  • Ketama
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These are just a series of crosses and native plants, the most famous and renowned in recent years. Although most Kushes retain their purple coloration, this is not the case for all.




Peculiarities of purple cannabis


This type of plant has a wide range of effects and intensities. It can produce an increase in creativity in the consumer, which is also why it is highly appreciated among artists and musicians. In fact, its particular combination of THC and CBD is capable of providing very intense physical and psychological experiences. 


Due to the high concentration of THC, as soon as it is taken it leads to a state of excitement, similar to euphoria, which, when waning, leads to a condition of calm and relaxation. Precisely due to the high percentage of THC contained in some plants (it can even reach 30%), it has contraindications, in fact it can trigger anxiety and agitation. Therefore, it is not advisable to take it for certain individuals. While the CBD of purples with its relaxing, pain-relieving and analgesic characteristics is used in the medical field in drugs to combat pain.