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History of the use of medical cannabis dates back many years ago in parts of western civilization. In the early western civilization, medical cannabis was used to help treat various ailments, decease, pain, etc. Cannabis is usually consumed through smoke inhaling for the best and fastest results in treatments. The lipid found in cannabis known as THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) is known to cause that ‘high’ effect once the THC enters the bloodstream and brain activity. Only a handful of state in the U.S. support medical cannabis for patients that can be used to treat cancer, PTSD, anxiety, glaucoma, and seizures. People that are prescribed cannabis also has a medical cannabis card.

Medical cannabis was also used as healing practices in ancient China. Cannabis was also used as food, fiber, paper, and clothing. One of the “50 fundamental herbs” used in traditional Chinese medicine. In ancient Netherlands and Egypt also practice cannabis medicine. Calming fever with a pollen called “meadowsweet” along with cannabis was used by Netherlands. In ancient Egypt medical marijuana was used to treat inflammation and sore eyes, which most likely was glaucoma.

Medical cannabis can be used to treat many medical illnesses, and cannabis can be used as food, clothing, and other useful material. It is grown as a crop for thousands of years but in 1930s Marijuana Tax Act was passed and made cannabis illegal to possess and transfer it. Medical cannabis treats epilepsy, pain, anxiety, insomnia, and many forms of cancer. Not only does cannabis help medically but also can be used as fuel solution for the planet and is much better than oil. Cannabis also can be used for materials such as clothing and fabrics for stronger structure. Cannabis contains almost all the vitamins and minerals that the human body needs, very high in protein, and contains high amounts of omega 3.

The fast rate that which the cannabis plant grows is experiential. The flower regenerates in 2-3 months and can be recycled more and does not require any chemical compounds in order to produce it into paper. Having to use much more cellulose than tree is better for the planet and environment.

Having a healthy natural environment is concerning for people dealing pollution or stay around chemical plants in rural areas. Pollution can cause fatigue and headaches and can cause a higher cancer risk for people. Cardiovascular and respiratory systems take much damaged by soil contamination and pesticide. Water pollution can have dramatic effects on the humane body due to have bacteria, chemicals and other parasites in the contaminated water.

Annually home health inspections for carbinoxamine leaks in homes and neighborhoods. Sanitation, recycling both associate with public sanitary inspections. It is very important to have these inspections because most homeowner do not know what to look for in a chemical leak and other harmful waste. Having healthy environment can have major climate effects in a great way. Depending on the location, cannabis/hemp can be grown in the most stable conditions throughout various points of the year. By first decriminalizing cannabis and then being able to research and study all the usefulness that comes from the plant. It only takes 3-4 months to grow and produce products like plastic, wood, paper, cotton, etc. That would be a huge benefactor in the right step to saving our environment and having health breathing air.

Louisiana is one of the states where marijuana use is legal only for medicinal use. Only a 100$ fine for possession of marijuana if apprehended. Marijuana is also decriminalized in Louisiana’s the city of New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport. On August 6, 2019, the start of medical cannabis for dispensed in Louisiana. Being able to research and study cannabis can produce many resources that can be useful. Licensed doctors in Louisiana can now conduct research practices and be able to qualify for education and treatment after Governor Jhon Bel Edwards signed and passed a law. Having over 2 oz of cannabis is legal only for medicinal uses. Being able for cannabis to be researched and studied will allow it to be used the right way and the better we understand things the better chance we must making it a life changing for all. Only half of the U.S. is open for legal marijuana use. Eleven states have legalized recreational and medical marijuana and 22 states only legalized medical marijuana use. Being able to use marijuana for recreational use casually use marijuana in public but must be 21 years of age. Only medical marijuana uses to those who have licensed medical marijuana card only with limited cannabis extracts that are high in cannabidiol and low to no THC.

The use of medical cannabis can be also beneficial to athletes recovering from an injury or stress relief as well. Medicine practice in sports and physical fitness are all processes and treatments to better or to treat athletes to help prevent further injuries. Sports Medicine also falls under healthcare with some of the same practices and training standards as some other healthcare medicinal specialties. With participating in sports and exercising, there are key things people need to do to keep the body healthy and heal the body for recovery. Recovering from injuries in sports teaches you what to do with the injury and how to treat it. Nutrition, supplements, diets can all be advised by sports medicine specialist. Being an athlete, you experience soreness on the regular basis, CDB helps reduce and helps with sore muscle pain inflammation. Cannabis properties help in pain relief and recovery from physical activities. Insomnia and sleep loss is very common in athletes in sports. Cannabis CBD oils helps with to sleep better at night that made also be the cause of stress and anxiety most athletes go through as well. Diet management is very important in an athlete’s lifestyle and being able to perform at the best of their ability. CBD helps maintain your appetite after a very challenging physical workout to help replenish the fuel lost during the workout. All-natural pain relief is what CBD oil is. Using over-the-counter pain pills and aspirins cause long term effects and damage to your overall health. It gives a much safer and healthier option for athletes that are dealing with rehab and injuries.