Symptoms Colitis is an inflammatory disease that occurs within the inner lining of the colon. Crohn’s is similar to Colitis but can appear anywhere within the digestive tract and often affects all layers of the bowel walls. Those suffering from Crohn’s or Colitis may experience: abdominal cramping and pain, weight and appetite loss, fever, fatigue, […]
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is an umbrella term for progressive lung disease characterized by: breathlessness, wheezing, chest tightness, excess mucus, chronic cough.
Cancer is the second most common cause of death in Canada. It is a disease in which certain cells of the body divide uncontrollably. This uncontrollable division of cells leads to lumps or cell masses known as tumors. Cancer can start in any part of the body. Malignant tumors can invade neighboring tissues. Cancer is caused by a genetic error within the cells which then leads to the uncontrollable divisions; this genetic change can either be inherited or can occur due to certain environmental causes such as chemicals or radiation.
Arthritis refers to joint pain/inflammation or joint disease of which there are many different types.
Stress and anxiety are feelings of apprehension that most of us experience at some point in our lives; however, when not coped with properly, these feelings can have debilitating effects on our daily lives. Anxiety is a reaction that occurs when stress is anticipated; it is a general state of fear, worry, or unease. Stress and anxiety can bring about symptoms such as: insomnia, headaches, low energy, gastrointestinal and digestive problems, chest pain or trouble breathing, frequent illnesses, muscle tension, irritability.
Symptoms Dementia is the umbrella term used for a chronic persistent disorder associated with a loss of memory and cognitive abilities; symptoms associated with the various disorders become serious enough that they interfere with daily tasks. Alzheimer’s is just one such disorder, and it is the leading cause of dementia, accounting for 60% to 80%
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Rick Simpson is a renown cannabis cultivator and activist who has been at the
forefront of medicinal cannabis applications. His “Rick Simpson Oil” (RSO) is a full-spectrum extract that has widely recognized effects in treating an extensive range of medical problems. The following information about the use and dosage of RSO is from Rick’s website.
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Seniors are increasingly using cannabis medically. Indeed, some studies suggest that seniors may in fact be the fastest-growing demographic to use medical cannabis. As access and information become more open, many elders are increasingly choosing cannabis over pharmaceuticals. However, seniors are perhaps the most underserved group when it comes to medical cannabis. Until recently, cannabis
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One of the biggest issues facing the Indigenous cannabis industry is the question of regulation. Even though cannabis is one of the safest plants – far less harmful to human health than mass produced corn, sugar cane, or wheat, for example – schools, churches, and the media have highly stigmatized the plant in the near
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CBD or Cannabidiol is one of the prominent active cannabinoids within cannabis. Unlike THC, CDB does not have a psychoactive effect, thus making it safe and comfortable for our pets. Most animal CBD products are derived from hemp which contains no THC and has shown beneficial effects on both chronic and acute ailments. CBD can
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