Month: December 2018

The stereotype surrounding the psychoactive effects of Marijuana is gradually fading. Once believed to impair cognitive sensibilities, new research conducted on mice has shifted the narrative in Marijuana’s favor.

Marijuana’s immense capacity to treat a variety of mental conditions, including cancer and multiple sclerosis, has been corroborated by extensive research. This new study published in the Journal of Nature Medicine has added to the list of marijuana’s medical marvels.

Researchers discovered that the main psychoactive compound in Marijuana, THC or tetrahydrocannabinol, which got a bad rep for impairing memory, could actually enhance brain function in the elderly. Here’s an in-depth review of the research.

History and Objectives of the Study

Spearheaded by the vastly experienced Andreas Zimmer, researcher’s studied the endocannabinoid system (ECS), which is responsible for triggering critical bodily functions. Andreas’s previous research inferred that ECS activity declines with the progression of age. From this finding, they surmised that increasing ECS activity could actually slow down brain deterioration. But they needed scientific proof, and in its pursuit, they conducted the following study.

Methods and Subjects

Three sets of mice were selected: 2 months old, 12 months old and 18 months old. Mice in the test group were injected with a monitored dose of THC for 4 weeks, after which they underwent a washout period, during which they were injected with nothing.

Next, several memory and learning exercises were organized for them under the influence of THC and placebo, separately. In one of the exercises, they were exposed to other mice, and their ability to remember them was analyzed.

Results and Conclusions Drawn

The results of the study were mind-boggling. While the younger mice, 2months old, showed an impairment of memory under the influence of THC, the memory of 18-month-old mice surprisingly improved. Their brain scans revealed a striking resemblance to the brains of young mice. Quite fascinating.

Furthermore, THC-administered mice experienced an enlargement in their hippocampus due to development of additional synaptic pines. Synaptic pines are proteins that improve communication between neurons and consequently, increase brain function. THC also turned off genes responsible for cell death and gave the green-light to genes that advocated the functionality of neurons.

Researchers were stunned at the power of THC to alter the very fabric of DNA.

The Final Word

This research has opened up a host of new possibilities for marijuana research in the future. However, we have to keep in mind that scientific research pertinent to THC is still in its early days. This study, although quite thorough and methodical, didn’t have humans in the test group. Mice, though share a lot of similarities with us mammals, can’t provide us with a firm conclusion. Until these results are safely replicated in humans, we can’t establish the cognitive benefits of THC on the human brain.

Oklahoma Consults: Your Reliable Source of Medical Marijuana Research

Medical-marijuana related research needs extra attention. It has been long been denied its limelight due to a long imposed ban. However, after its legalization, things are going to change for the better. As new research presents itself, we, at Oklahoma consults will keep you updated.

 

The impact of cannabis on the immune system is still largely misunderstood due to scarcity of research and data. Latest studies and findings, though inconsequential and preliminary, have hinted towards cannabis’s potential to treat autoimmune disease like AIDS and HIV.

THC and CBD, the psychoactive constituents in cannabis, react and bring about a variety of changes in the endocannabinoid system.

Many findings have advocated marijuana’s utility in treating chronic pain, improving metabolism, lowering blood cholesterol, and healing impaired memory ― such as is observed in patients of Parkinsonia.

In recent years, cannabinoids ability to stimulate and inhibit the immune system has caught the limelight. Delving deep into the underlying mechanisms of how cannabis modulates the immune system could open up the possibility of Marijuana’s utility in treating many medical conditions.

How Does Cannabis Affect the Immune System?

Initial research suggested that Marijuana has negative effects on the immune system. It inferred that cannabis actually suppressed the anti-inflammatory responses vital to ward off infection and foreign particles. However, new research suggests that this is not always the case.

A patient who has an overcharged immune system may actually benefit from the anti-inflammatory properties of marijuana.

An unrestrained immune system may cause chronic inflammation, evident in a slew of health conditions, like sinusitis and active hepatitis. The main psychoactive compounds in cannabis may prove critical in curbing the effects of this uncontrolled inflammation and restoring the immune system to its formal equilibrium.

Can Cannabis Treat Autoimmune Disorders like HIV and AIDS?

Similarly, there are conditions in which the immune system slips into a slumber, becomes weak, frail and just plain lazy. HIV and AIDS are two medical conditions that come to mind.

New and exciting research has cited that cannabis also has the ability to enforce the immune system, and restore its vigor. This is great news for people who suffer from the flu or catch a common cold without breaking a sweat.

Understanding the Cannabis-HIV Connection

A faulty immune system is the main cause of HIV and AIDS. In the case of AIDS, a virus takes over the immune system and deprives the body of its primary defense mechanism. As already stated, the ability of cannabis to reinforce and reinvigorate the immune system may prove beneficial in treating these two conditions.

The link of HIV/AIDS and Cannabis has been established in many studies. A study in 2015 found out that patients on a monitored dose of cannabis had reduced viral loads and increased CD4 immune cell counts.

Similarly, a 2003 research found out that cannabis miraculously increased T-cells in HIV patients. T-cells are of paramount significance to the immune system. They quickly identify and eviscerate free radicals and harmful substances from the body. Patients who showed a significant improvement in their T-cell smoked cannabis over the course of several weeks.

This research is still in its embryonic stages and will require digging deep to establish its validity.

How Can Cannabis deem itself Useful in the Fight against Cancer?

The immune system ultimately decides which diseased cells should live on and which should succumb to suicide. Cancer is simply when diseased cells go rogue, disobey the immune system, and refuse the call to sacrifice themselves for the greater good of the human body. This leads to a gradual buildup of diseased cells in the body, which eventually, takes the shape of an ugly, uncontrolled blob of metastasizing cancer.

According to initial research, cannabis has shown the potential to reinstate the authority of the immune system, triggering suicide in rogue cells. More clinical trials and studies are being carried out to affirm cannabis’s potential use in cancer treatment.

Can Cannabis Treat Neurogenerative Conditions like Alzheimer’s?

Cannabis has also been deemed a promising prospect in treating neurodegenerative conditions. A decline in neural function or loss of valuable neurons results in the development of diseases like Parkinsons and Alzheimers. A common denominator among these conditions is inflammation. As Cannabis has anti-inflammatory properties, it might play a role in treating them.

This study explores the benefits of using a cannabis derivative, cannabidiol, to treat neurogenerative conditions of the aforementioned ilk.

Cannabis and the Immune System – A Ray of Hope

Up-till-now, the research on the therapeutic effects of cannabis on the immune system is lacking. However, after its legalization in the state of Oklahoma, and many parts of the world in general, things are about to change.

Right now, with all the facts and data in mind, we can’t say that Marijuana is a miracle cure. What we do know is that it has the ability to regulate the immune system, strengthen, invigorate, suppress and stimulate it. That’s the extent of our knowledge.

With the unraveling of the mysteries of cannabis through further research, we will get a better understanding of how cannabis helps the immune system overcome its deteriorating state.

However, we will definitely not stop people from using medical marijuana and using it to treat their medical conditions. We will suggest, taking the professional advice of a certified medical marijuana physician. We can help you in this regard. The services of Oklahoma consults are tailor-made to help you get-in-touch with an affordable solution for all your medical marijuana needs.

 

Cannabis is all-year-round plant, but some of its strains have winter written all over them.

Folks who indulge themselves in the backbreaking manual labor of clearing up snow laden roads deserve a balm. And what better pain reliever is there than a cannabis strain high in CBD content. It can take hours of pain away in a matter of seconds.

Moreover, if you’re skiing and are met by an unfortunate accident, a bump of sour tsunami can come in quite handy.

In this blog, we will list our favorite and most popular wintertime cannabis strains and their blessed boons.

1.    Lemon Haze

The terrifying cold has you all cooped up in your room and chained to your bed. You miss the stimulating, and mind stirring aroma of the outsides.

Fret not. Lemon Haze will make your home teem with the smell of fresh, peeled lemons. People who adore the fragrance of Pinesol will especially fall head heels over in love with this strain. It’s a guarantee.

2.    Maui Wowie

There’s a reason why wow is a constituent in this strain’s name.

Most of us love cozying up in our beds during winter. A single peeking foot outside the confines of our blanket makes us feel like we’re in a freezing hell.

What if I told you that Maui Wowie can make life a whole lot warmer than those blankets of yours? Take a puff of this strain and have your mind teleported into a world of tropical richness and mild sunshine.

3.    O.G. Kush

Is the freezing cold giving you wintertime sadness? Think I’m just making this up?

Many studies have confirmed the development of a seasonal affective disorder or SAD in some people. So, Lana Del Rey was right all along about her summertime sadness. Who would have thought?

People who find it terribly excruciating to spend time in the winter cold can benefit from the stress and anxiety relieving properties of OG. Kush. It will surely help them turn their SAD into HAPPY.

4.     Jack Frost

Loneliness creeps up on you when you’re taking a stroll in the park in the winters. Jack Frost can be the perfect jogging partner for you in times like these. It can provide you with the warmth, the companionship you desperately yearn for.

5.    Sour Tsunami

Sore injuries in the cold are twice as painful. But the CBD in sour tsunami is ten times more powerful. If you’re stuck in a ski-lodge and tending to your wounds, add a pinch of sour tsunami to your tea, and have yourself miraculously healed. In no time, you will be back on your feet and once again, ready to conquer the slopes.

6.    Northern Lights

“Northern lights” is an arctic region that invites a truckload of people during the winters. But it’s also beyond your average-Nevada cold.

If you can’t bear such freezing temperatures, you can instead fill your desires with the psychedelic greatness of this strain, which provides a similar experience, and takes its name from the same coveted region.

7.    White Widow

White widow is an enormously popular strain known for its beautiful white buds. It evokes a feeling of an all-white-Christmas and is just perfect for a spirited Christmas.

 

After the long imposed ban on cannabis was recently lifted, people are flocking to dispensaries to purchase it the legal way.

The measurements of weed in these certified dispensaries are quite similar to the ones assigned by illegal drug dealers. However, new users, who have had their doubts about Marijuana just recently, removed, will need a guide to the terminologies and most common weed measurements. They don’t want to stroll into a marijuana store, ask the bartender for 1 plate of weed, and make a fool out of themselves.

Also, Marijuana, if ingested or smoked in excessive amounts, can lead to severe anxiety attacks and other complications. This is one of the main reasons why it’s extremely important to know its dosage or amount.

Units Used for Weed Measurements

The standard unit to measure very small quantities of weed is grams. For larger quantities, an ounce is used. I know, both units belong to two totally different metric systems and might confuse you at first, but as the article progresses, you will get a better hang of things.

How Much is a The Gram / “dime bag”?

A dime bag is the lowest quantity available at a dispensary. It is equivalent to 0.5 grams.

Most dispensaries don’t normally sell cannabis in such insignificant amounts and will sell 1 gram full joints instead. If you’re still a novice in the world of cannabis, this is where you should start. A gram will last you at last 2 to 3 smoke seshes. We would strongly advise against going hard on your first hit. Only when your body develops a respectable tolerance for microdoses, should you opt for larger amounts.

A dime bag will cost you close to nothing. Depending upon the strain of cannabis, its price may vary between 10 and 20$. Some dispensaries also offer you a one gram pre-roll completely free of cost, provided you buy something along with it.

How much is an Eighth of Weed?

1/8th of an ounce or 3.5 grams of weed is what you call on the streets as simply “an eighth”.  This quantity will let you get used to a particular strain of cannabis and will last you at least 2-3 weeks, considering you’re not wasting it away day and night. If you’re a heavy user, you may have to make further arrangements after just one week.

How much is a Quarter of Weed?

Okay, now we’re stepping into the bigger leagues. 1/4th of an ounce is equivalent to 7 grams of weed. It’s twice the price and amount of an eighth. From this amount onwards, weed measurements will continue to increase twofold.

Users who have been using a particular strain for a while, and want to stick with it usually buy a quarter. Light users can live on a quarter for at least a month.

How Much Is a Half Ounce of Weed?

This weed measurement is blatant in itself. It is double the amount of a quarter, 14 grams to be precise.

This amount is a great choice for moderate users who want to stick to a particular strain for more than just a month. Also, heavy users, who have a knack for rolling a joint several times a day, may find this amount agreeable.

Again, if you’re an amateur user, steer clear from such significant amounts to prevent any sort of untoward glitches.

How Much Is an Ounce of Weed?

Most dispensaries don’t fare any farther than an ounce of weed. This is the regulated legal limit for buying cannabis in a single go. However, this limit may vary from state to state. As far as the state of Oklahoma goes, this is it.

Only seasoned cannabis users buy an ounce and it does cost them quite a lot. Sometimes, the highest grade ounce of cannabis may have a staggering price tag of 500$.

Before purchasing such a staggering quantity, think what you’re going to use it for.  Are you going to share it with your friends? Do you need it to treat a distressing medical condition, such as asthma? Storing it for long will only make it stale. So make sure you’re intentions are clear and you don’t end up splurging your hard-earned money.

 

 

Cannabis has been blessed with an outpouring of support from the scientific community after its legalization. Despite its established status of a potent alternative medicine for depression and anxiety, it does have its side effects.  Before blindly believing in the popular narrative, and mindlessly rolling a joint, it is your duty to get well-acquainted with these side-effects, to prepare yourself for any unexpected breakdowns.

While most marijuana users might feel alleviation in their anxiety-related symptoms, others might experience the exact opposite. Especially, fledgling users, who are relatively new to the drug, might find themselves slipping into episodes of anxiety instead of delightful highs.

Experienced cannabis users know that every marijuana strain has its own unique properties. Some are specifically harvested to stave off medicinal symptoms, especially the ones with high CBD content and low THC. Such strains are great at keeping bouts of anxiety, hysteria and general stress at bay.  However, sometimes, even a seasoned user can’t evade the dangers this miracle plant poses.

This is why this article will explore the many remedies, tips and strategies to prevent ― and manage a cannabis-induced anxiety attack at the very instant it is unraveling.

But before that, let’s get some things straight.

There’s a way to recognize a cannabis-induced anxiety attack

Anxiety is a looming fear of something bad. The heart unsaddles, lips pucker, body exudes sweat and other straining symptoms manifest themselves. Anxiety is anxiety. So how can you distinguish general anxiety from the characteristic anxiety sprung up by cannabis?

Well, if you feel worse after a smoke session, that’s one blatant sign.

Some users feel as if the cops are after them like they are going to be behind bars in a couple of hours. If you have this anxious feeling, this is another indication.

This is why you have to be extremely self-aware of your surroundings, yourself, and most importantly, your reality. Sometimes, becoming self-aware also serves to heighten your anxiety and exacerbate your condition.

This is why it’s extremely important to immediately turn to the remedies we’re going to list below.

How to Prevent and Manage Cannabis Induced Anxiety Attacks

Try Foods Rich in Terpenes

Terpenes, when used in conjunction with cannabis, can do wonders. Myrcene, Pinene and other similar terpenes have all proven potent anxiety-relieving remedies, because of their anti-inflammatory properties and ability to increase blood flow to the central nervous system.

From the sound of it, terpenes seem like a rarefied, expensive treasure. But, that’s not even remotely true. They are liberally present in black pepper, turmeric, green tea, and other common household foods and beverages.

So, next time, you have a raging anxiety attack, try a pinch of black pepper, and see if it helps.

Opt for a strain High in CBD Content

THC is the real culprit. But every culprit can be restrained and cuffed and CBD is exactly the man for the job. It counteracts the many negative effects of THC and ensures your high is pleasing and not laden with anxiety.

So, go to your nearest medical marijuana dispensary, and this time, buy a marijuana strain, high in CBD content, and see if it makes a difference. You will even find strains that are 99.99% pure CBD.

Consider Cannabis Overconsumption Products

Cannabis Overconsumption products have made a splash in the market. They are available in the form of tonics and drinks and provide instant relief from cannabis-associated anxiety.

These products are a concoction of substances sourced from plants and are highly effective at relaxing your nerves and stripping way the insanity from your brain.

Stick to a Microdoses

One Neyworktimes Journalist made the reckless mistake of eating an entire cannabis chocolate bar in one go, and the result, a deeply unsettling panic attack. Her experience went viral, and she was widely ridiculed for her recklessness.

Cannabis is a biphasic substance. To put it into simple terms, a microdose of cannabis has an entirely different effect as compared to a high dose. Half a chocolate bar might give you an incredibly pleasing high, while a full may fraught your senses.

Experts recommend a waiting time of at least ten minutes between smoke seshes, and 2 hours between edible consumption. So, my advice is to go slow. Stick to small doses.

Divert your Attention

You can feel completely out-of-sorts in a crowded work or public place if you’re still doozy with weed. In such tough surroundings, if you feel overstrained, just notice things around you to divert your attention. This might seem like a far-fetched solution, but trust me, it does help. A distracting beauty, mischievous child, grumpy old man, or even a big neon sign can fool your mind into thinking, all’s good.

Music and TV

No one is a stranger to the calming effects of music. Whether it’s Bach, Beethoven or AC DC, all have their unique way of motivating, stirring, and influencing us.

Don’t listen to people who say that rock music will make your senses overwrought. Listen to what your heart says. Whether its death metal you like or classic rock just put on your earphones and let your beloved rock stars provide you relief from the clutches of anxiousness. And if music doesn’t help, Netflix it up. Watch TV shows the get you all excited, edge-of-the-seat thrillers and humorous rom-coms.

In the end, it all boils down to distracting your mind, titillating it with something it’s smitten for.

The Verdict

Most people get anxiety attacks because they ingest or smoke strains of Marijuana with excessive THC content. THC is the main psychoactive substance in cannabis and breaks down into a metabolite called 11-Hydroxy-THC, which has a longer half-life and lingers in the liver for extended periods. Sometimes, it’s advisable to keep a journal to track your cannabis consumption.

If you still have any queries or questions about cannabis-induced anxiety attacks, you can get in touch with Oklahoma consults. We can get you a Medical Marijuana Recommendation from a certified physician today. It’s 100% legal and affordable.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Legalization of Medical Marijuana has made the tremendous health benefits of this super plant accessible to MMJ card holders. Tinctures, special brownies, cannabis topical creams, are the roar of the town. Despite these slew of options, two methods of cannabis consumption take the lead: smoking and vaping.

The preferred method of our ancestors was smoking. Millennials are breaking these old traditions by opting for their shiny, new electronic devices, instead.

So, how do these two methods fare against each other? Which is safer? More discreet and potent?

In this article, we will pit the two against each other and see who comes out on top.

1.    Safety and Healthiness: Smoking Vs. Vaping

Smoking medical marijuana releases toxic carcinogens that harm your lungs.

Unless you’ve gone completely off-the-grid, you know the injurious effects burning tobacco and other substances have to human health. We’ve all seen the horrifying images of soot-like, blackened lungs on our social media timelines.

Vaping isn’t actually a combustion process, unlike smoking. It gradually heats Marijuana, well below the point of combustion. This ensures the production of toxic compounds is kept to a bare minimum.

Combusting marijuana, on the other hand, according to a research releases more than 100 toxic inhalable compounds.

Moreover, some studies suggest that 95% less smoke is in inhaled through vaping than smoking. And to make things even better, vaping also releases a greater amount of anti-inflammatory terpenoids, which have a host of health benefits.

That being said, smoke of any kind, from any source, is bad for the lungs. Marijuana or tobacco isn’t the culprit. Smoke, in itself is, and can cause irritation and acute respiratory systems.

Vape Temperature is also a factor

Temperature is a significant factor when it comes to comparing the safety of vaping and smoking.

A research carried out in 2009, analyzed the cannabinoid to by by-product ratio at 392°F, 338°F, and 446°F.

The study inferred that the byproducts emitted at these temperatures were considerably lesser than those released during smoking.

Most vape pens and other devices heat cannabis below the point of combustion, somewhere around the 356 to 392°F mark. And many studies have established that toxic compounds increase with the increase in temperature.

These studies have also shed light on the specific temperatures at which certain compounds manifest themselves. For example, Cannabichromene is released at 451°F.

This also puts an end to the debate to the most optimal vape temperature.

If you’re using Marijuana for medicinal purposes, all you have to do is look up the temperature at which your desired compound is released, and set your vape pen accordingly.

2.    Potency

The science votes in favor of vaporizers, when it comes to flavor. However, it all depends on how you calibrate your device.

Set it at a lower temperature, and you get a tenuous and lacking vapor that doesn’t hit you as hard. Set it on the high side, and a degraded high leaves you unfulfilled.

Many users have complained about the one-note, less robust effect that lacks the punch you receive from combusting Marijuana.

So, it’s increasingly important to get comfortable with your vapor. Tinker and experiment with it to get things right. In the end, it’s still worth than exposing your lungs to the far serious dangers of smoking.

3.    Discreetness

While portable vapes still make a significant cloud of smoke, their modern appearance makes them more discreet than a papery joint or a one-hitter in the center of a busy bus stop.

Another reason why vaping is more discreet is because it doesn’t stink up your surroundings. And this is especially helpful if you’re living with a strict dad. A lot of potheads want to keep their marijuana habits a secret, and this is a great way for them to cover their tracks.

Vape pens that work on oil and wax are an even better choice if you can get your hands on them. They are the perfect stealth machines for staying under the radar.

4.    Cost Comparison

In the long-term, vape pens are a more sound investment. Why? Because they require a small dosage of marijuana to get the same high.

A study carried out by California Maps concluded that vaporizers made 46 percent THC bioavailable, as compared to the 25 percent by smoking.

Another study published in the Journal of psychoactive drugs showed that patients regarded vaporizers as the most potent method of Marijuana intake, requiring less amount of Marijuana in teas, edibles etc.

5.    Convenience and Appearance

Portable vape pens are USB rechargeable, which greatly increases their ease of convenience. This removes the need to beg for lighters from every random passerby. And with the introduction of power banks, you can charge these devices on-the-go.

However, there are some complications in their use as well. The flower vaporizer, for instance, takes time assembling and discharging the plant material, tasks that are completed in a manner of puffs in other devices.

In the end, it all depends on your preferred device and your mode of usage.

Casually burning a joint also makes you look “cooler”. It is a fashion statement. What could exalt that coolness to a whole new level is a great-looking vape pen. You have a host of options to choose from, color, shape the possibilities are endless.

The Verdict

Vaping wins all hands down. However, despite the obvious supremacy of vaping the research on this consumption method is still scarce.

More recent studies have found some concering problems. For example, a research published in the proceedings of the national Academy of Science (PNAS), indicated that vaping can cause DNA damage.

So, before you recklessly hop on the vaping bandwagon, I suggest you let more scientific research unveil the bigger, more conclusive picture. And then make your decision.

Antioxidants are often touted as the elixir of life.

Intake a diet jam-packed with antioxidants on a consistent basis, and have your longevity secured. That’s what the popular opinion is. But is there any truth to it? Well, put simply, yes!

It’s an established scientific fact that antioxidants are in fact the secret to a long healthy life. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), natural antioxidant rich-sources, such as fruits and vegetables, can help prevent a host of diseases, including cardiovascular diseases and cancer. WHO also stipulates that synthetic and supplemental oxidants have little to no effect on the overall health of a person.

Cannabis being a natural and prolific source of antioxidants is a great remedy for a variety of diseases. It wards off the attacks of harmful chemicals, called free radicals, on the body, and prevents oxidative stress. Free radicals are the same suckers that contribute to aging, cancer and a slew of other diseases. We’ll talk more about them in detail.

How Antioxidants in Cannabis Combat Free Radicals

Before we delve deep into the antioxidant properties of Marijuana, let’s first get well-acquainted with its enemies ― free radicals and oxidative stress.

What are Free Radicals?

Free radicals have a great affinity for electrons. They roam the entire body to deprive proteins of their electrons. But in doing so, they cause widespread damage of DNA other cellular structures.

How Do Free Radicals Damage the Body?

Free radicals are, in actuality, unstable atoms. In a desperate plea for stability, they steal electrons from other stable atoms in the body.

According to the Free Radical Theory, which first appeared on the scene, in 1956, free radicals are responsible for disintegrating cells.

As your body ages, it becomes less and less capable of fighting these voracious eaters, which leads to increased damage to the cells, and a long list of degenerative diseases and accelerated aging as a result. Alzheimer, dementia, and even cataracts can all manifest themselves with the gradual buildup of free radicals in the body.

What is Oxidative Stress?

A manageable oxidative stress on the body isn’t bad. When under control, it works as a subservient maid and cleans damaged proteins and other debris from the body to make room for newer cells.

However, when left uncontrolled, it makes the body claustrophobic with an excess of oxygen, causing many cells to explode, or “commit suicide”.  This makes certain parts of our body dysfunctional and contributes to age-related medical conditions, similar to the ones caused by free radicals.

So how do Antioxidants protect us from Free Radicals and Oxidative Stress?

If free radicals are evil twins, antioxidants are their sober, obedient other-halves. They are quite charitable, donating electrons to cells, even to the ones that were robbed by the thieving free radicals.

Our body produces its own antioxidants, but they’re not nearly enough to fight the flood of free radicals that enter our body from pollution, pesticides in our food, smoking, radiation and many other harmful sources.

This is where Cannabis swoops in, and fills the antioxidant void in our bodies.

Cannabis as an Antioxidant Powerhouse

Blueberries, cabbage, spinach, and many other vegetables have a respectable antioxidant profile. But Cannabis stands on a league of its own, in terms of these little packets of life.

Cannabis, Owing to its wealth of antioxidants, may prove pivotal in curbing the effects or even preventing neurogenerative diseases that plague the elderly.

Antioxidants in Marijuana that protect the Nervous System

A rapid decline in neural function is not unheard of in the elderly. It causes many irrevocable neurogenerative conditions, Alzheimer and Parkinsonia, to name a few. Some studies suggest that oxidative damage caused by free radicals may be a major factor behind these deteriorating mental conditions.

Antioxidants found in cannabis have shown an impressive capacity to keep age-related toxicity at bay. Moreover, Cannabinoid CBD and THC have also proven quite effective in reducing neural inflammation and restoring brain function to its formal glory.

Reversing the Clock on Skin with Cannabis Topical Cream

Cannabis can be ingested in the form of vapors, pills, or oil. All of these methods provide antioxidant benefits to your body in their own unique way.

But, there’s one form of marijuana that is extremely great at removing wrinkles, age spots and acne from your skin. And that’s Cannabis topical cream.

Free radicals don’t discriminate between internal body cells and skin cells. They lay waste to anyone that crosses paths with them. And in today’s age, where free radicals from UV rays can easily come into contact with our skin, it’s increasingly important to use an effective anti-aging serum like a cannabis topical cream.

Oklahoma Consults: Obtain Your Medical Marijuana License today

With Oklahoma consults, you can reap all the antioxidant benefits of medical Marijuana. New legislation has permitted the use of medical marijuana in the state of Oklahoma. But you will have to get a medical Marijuana license before getting your hands on this precious plant. We can make the entire application process a breeze for you. All you have to do is get in touch with us today!