Weed Strains by Condition

What health benefits does cannabis offer?

This might come as a bit of a surprise, but weed, marijuana, cannabis or whatever you might call it, has actually been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. The earliest recorded use of cannabis as medicine stretches back thousands of years to ancient China, and it pops up throughout the historical writings in so many cultures and civilizations.

But what exactly are the health benefits of cannabis? Is there now scientific evidence to support the claims of its medicinal properties? Let's see what the research says.

Pain

Cannabis has been proven to be effective not just for your day-to-day aches but also for belong term issues. From chronic pain to nerve pain, pain caused by cancer and multiple sclerosis, and even arthritis, weed has been shown through both clinical research and anecdotal evidence to help reduce pain and inflammation massively.

Mental Health

UK medical cannabis is often prescribed to people with mental health issues. It can help to lower rates of anxiety, panic, PTSD, depression, and many other mental health problems.

Nausea and Lack of Appetite

One of the first medical applications of cannabis was for cancer and HIV/AIDS patients battling heavy nausea and vomiting (leading to very low appetite), which is a side effect of the heavy drugs they need to take. Weed is used to counteract these symptoms, allowing patients to feel better and get the nutrition they need.

Insomnia

We all know that weed is a great relaxant, and one of its most common effects is drowsiness. This makes it an effective treatment for insomnia (the inability to sleep) and other sleep-related disorders.

Neurodegenerative diseases

Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease are two of the most common issues affecting people as they age. The primary cause of these conditions is neurodegeneration (or damage to brain cells). Studies have shown that cannabis can help protect the brain from this kind of damage, potentially slowing down or preventing the onset of these diseases.

Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes seizures and can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. Studies have shown that marijuana, specifically compounds like CBD, can help reduce the frequency and severity of seizures in people with epilepsy.

Aside from these well-known health benefits, cannabis has also been found to have the potential to treat a wide range of other conditions, such as glaucoma, Crohn's disease, and even some forms of cancer. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, which may help with conditions such as asthma or inflammatory bowel disease.

We've listed conditions above that cannabis could potentially help with. Just click an icon to see all the strains in the appropriate category. Whether you're looking for something specific or just exploring, we've got you covered.