The cannabis plant, enriched with CBD (
**), can be used for treating diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, colitis, liver inflammation, heart disease and diabetes," she said, adding there are no side effects.
"It's a huge advantage," said one 35-year-old patient who asked not to be identified, "I can smoke during the day, function with a lot less pain and still be focused, work and drive. It is a great gift."
The woman began suffering chronic pains after a tumor was removed from her spine. She began treatment with regular THC-containing marijuana eight months ago. Two months ago she started smoking Avidekel.
"The difference is huge. Before, I would only smoke at the end of the day and stay in pain." Now, she said, with the highless marijuana "my life is so much better."
Despite Avidekel's highless benefit, Klein does not see regular marijuana disappearing any time soon.
THC has its own unique effects that alleviate illness symptoms.
(from OP)
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** Cannabis Indica plant may have a CBD/THC ratio 4-5 times that of Cannabis sativa. Marijuana with relatively high ratios of CBD:THC is less likely to induce anxiety than vice versa.
This might partially be due to CBD's antagonist effects at the cannabinoid receptor, compared to THC's partial agonist effect.
The relatively large amount of CBD contained in Cannabis indica, means, compared to a sativa, the effects are modulated significantly. The effects of Sativa are well known for its cerebral high, hence use during daytime as medical cannabis, while Indica are well known for its sedative effects and preferred night time as medical cannabis.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cannabidiol
