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A new clinical study published in the journal Pharmacology and by the National Institute of Health has found that cannabis is effective in treating Crohns disease, which is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBDs such as ulcerative colitis and Crohns affect over a million people in the United States. Many IBD victims suffer from pain, diarrhea and poor ability to digest food, and up to half of IBD cases are so severe that they ultimately require surgery to remove the affected bowel segment.

The study, entitled: Cannabis Finds Its Way into Treatment of Crohns Disease (International Journal of Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology, Vol. 93, No. 1-2, 2013 Dec 17;93(1-2):1-3. [epublished ahead of print] 2013 S. Karger AG, Basel.PMID: 24356243) is co-authored by Rudolf Schicho, PhD and M. Storr, both of the Institute of Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology, Medical University of Graz in Graz, Austria.

In the study abstract, Schicho and Storr note that In ancient medicine, cannabis was widely used to treat and cure bowel disturbances and inflammation, and a recent clinical study now shows that the medicinal herb Cannabis sativa lived up to expectations and proved to be highly efficient in cases of inflammatory bowel diseases.

The researchers report that a prospective placebo-controlled study has confirmed what was largely anticipated from anecdotal reports, i.e. that cannabis produces significant clinical benefits in patients with Crohns disease. They note that mechanisms involved are not yet clear, but most likely include peripheral actions on cannabinoid receptors 1 and 2, and may also include central actions.

The Crohns Forum notes that the body produces substances called Endocannabinoids or Endogenous Cannabinoids, which function in a similar manner to Cannabinoids found in medicinal marijuana. Cannabinoids (CBs), either produced within the body or taken from an external source (ie: Pharmaceutical or Medicinal Marijuana), exert effects that may be of benefit to patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and certain types of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including Crohns Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Medicinal Marijuana affects Cannabinoid Receptors (CB) in the Gastrointestinal Tract and can exert effects that help relieve symptoms. These effects include a reduction of: Pain, Inflammation, Diarrhea, Gastrointestinal Hypermotility and Secretion. Cannabis can reduce painful Gastrointestinal cramping as it is a smooth muscle relaxant, and can relax the Intestinal spasms. Cannabinoids can also increase healing of injured Epithelial Tissues. Many of these effects are due to Cannabinoid stimulation of Cannabinoid Receptors (CB) located in many parts of the body.

The human body produces and utilizes its own cannabinoids, but can also utilize cannabinoids from external sources such as cannabis. In their paper, Schicho and Storr observe that over the past decade there has been a steady increase in the number of publications addressing the anti-inflammatory effects of Cannabinoids and potential underlying mechanisms, and in particular

that preclinical data on the ameliorating effect of synthetic and natural CBs in animal models mimicking features of IBD have been rapidly evolving. They cite a prospective placebo-controlled study by T. Naftali et al. (Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol 2013;11:1276-1280.

External Resources) on the effect of cannabis in IBD than confirms what had been suggested for a long time from experimental studies, to wit that Cannabinoids may provide anti-inflammatory effects and symptomatic benefit in patients with IBD.

The Austrian researchers note that CB1 and CB2 receptors are located at the colonic epithelium, making a protective effect of the cannabinoid Delta-9-TetraHydroCannabinol (THC) via epithelial permeability is conceivable, in which case CBs could enhance epithelial wound closure in the colon.

They also note that other studies have demonstrated that a prominent characteristic of CBs in experimental intestinal inflammation is their effect on immunocytes which mainly express CB2 receptors. Upon CB2 activation, T cells undergo apoptosis and decreased proliferation in colitis, and additionally, activation of CB2 diminishes the recruitment of neutrophils, T cells and macrophages to the inflamed colon. CB receptors are also found in the enteric nervous system (ENS), that controls gut motility and secretion. CB1 receptors present in the ENS represent a break that protects the ENS from hyperstimulation, which is easily caused by overexpression of inflammatory mediators that activate the ENS during IBD. Consequently, they deduce that activation of CB receptors by THC may reduce hypermotility associated with the inflammation of the gut, and that reduction of hypermotility may alleviate diarrhea, producing beneficial effects for the patient.

The Crohns Forum reports that signaling through CB1 also has potent effects that may be beneficial to persons with IBD, including: reduction of Nausea/Vomiting, inhibition of Intestinal Motility, and anti-Inflammatory effects. They note that pharmaceutical companies are attempting to design medications that increase signaling through CB1, and which could potentially offer effective treatment for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) including Crohns Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. CB1 is present in the Brain and is responsible for the Psychological and Behavioral effects seen with use of Medicinal Marijuana. In order to be an effective treatment and minimize psychological effects seen with Medical Marijuana use, the pharmaceutical should be specific for CB1 and not cross the Blood Brain Barrier.

Moreover, CB1 appears to protect against severe Colitis. The Forum cites studies in mice that have CB1 blocked or do not have CB1 (CB1 knockout mice) which develop more severe experimental colitis symptoms than wild type mice. In animal models of Colitis, pretreatment with CB1 agonists (chemicals that activate the Receptor) leads to reduced chemical-induced Inflammation and Edema than animals not given pretreatment medication.

They note that the herb Cannabis sativa contains many more chemicals that may be relevant to disease treatment benefit than marijuanas commonly known active compounds, THC and CBD, observing that it has been estimated that

THC accounts for only one-third of medicinal marijuanas effects, and that, chemicals found in Cannabis sativa extracts may either enhance the Inhibit the therapeutic effects of THC.

In an article originally appearing in Alternet, republished by Salon, Paul Armentano notes studies revealing that marijuana contains more than 60 active compounds likely possessing distinctive therapeutic properties, including anti-cancer properties, anti-diabetic properties, neuroprotection, and anti-stroke properties of cannabinoids other than tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary psychoactive compound of cannabis, which itself has valuable therapeutic effects.

Of course, a major obstacle and inhibiting factor to more widespread deployment of Cannabis in fighting diseases like IBS is that marijuana, including medical marijuana, remains illegal in in most US states at the federal level in the USA as well as in various countries around the world. However, in 2012 Washington and Colorado passed ballot initiatives legalizing marijuana for both recreational and medical, and currently 20 states and DC have enacted laws to legalize medical marijuana, but Texas is not among them.

In a conference at Houston in November, 2009, the American Medical Associations House of Delegates adopted a new policy position calling for review of marijuanas status as a Schedule I drug in the federal Controlled Substances Act. The old language in Policy H-95.952 had previously recommended that marijuana be retained in Schedule I, which groups marijuana with drugs such as heroin, LSD and PCP that are deemed to have no accepted medical uses and to be unsafe for use even under medical supervision.

The AMAs revised policy states: Our AMA urges that marijuanas status as a federal Schedule I controlled substance be reviewed with the goal of facilitating the conduct of clinical research and development of cannabinoid-based medicines, and alternate delivery methods. Drugs listed in Schedule II, for which medical use is permitted with strict controls, include cocaine, morphine and methamphetamine. A pill containing THC, the component responsible for marijuanas high, is classed in Schedule III, whose looser requirements allow phoned-in prescriptions.

The wheels turn slowly where cannabis is concerned. However, a poll commissioned by the Marijuana Policy Project in Texas shows that a strong majority of voters in the state support taking marijuana off the criminal market, legalizing it for adults, and taxing and regulating it similarly to alcohol. According to the poll, 58% of voters support making this change, while only 38% were opposed. The Texas Democratic Party made decriminalization of marijuana part of its official platform last year, and KHOU Houston reports that two Texas lawmakers have vowed to re-introduce marijuana legislation as many times as it takes to move the state closer to Colorado and Washington state-style pot regulations.Sources:The National Institute of Health | The Crohns Forum | International Journal of Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology | Salon | The Marijuana Policy Project in TexasKHOU.com | The Joint Blog | The Weed Blog | The American Medical Association

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SHELLY EVANSSTAFF EDITOR

Most avid marijuana users are not at all surprised by the news that smoking weed wont make you dumb, we already know. To the rest of the world, this is big news, but what it means for our community is huge.

Until now, any studies that have hit mainstream media surrounding marijuana have been what Nickolas Jackson, Statistician at USC calls taking a snapshot. Often times they are the kind of studies where test subjects are observed during specific points in time where too many variables could convolute the findings. Factors like mental health and major life events. That style of information gathering is what has perpetuated the idea of the stupid stoner and directly affected marijuana users with harsh regulations and prohibition - all mostly based on incorrect data.

Recently, there has been a trend of studies that are changing the conversation around marijuanas medicinal legitimacy. These new studies are proving what was previously a theory. A theory that long-time marijuana users already know - that marijuana does not make you less intelligent. One

particular study is drawing attention as it is the first of its kind - a medical revelation. The study took 789 pairs of teenage twins. Each of the twins were a pairing of a chronic marijuana user and a non-medicator. The study took place over a period of ten years taking subjects from Minnesota and Los Angeles (in separate studies). Each subject enrolled at the age of 9-11. The conclusion? While there was no definite answer regarding the safety of marijuana use in teens, there was also no link between IQ and marijuana use. Though other studies of this kind have been published; this particular study is innovative in its control of test variables by using biologically similar pairings.

There have been studies that came before this one where scientists attempted to take a longer sampling of IQ with random test subjects and even though there were more than 2000

in this sampling, the results returned similarly. In this most recent random, non sibling study - as has been seen consistently with most studies of its kind - though there were minor declines in IQ observed with the medicating test subjects; the same rate of decline was seen in the non-medicating test subjects suggesting that the decline was due to some third shared stressor or event. This sentiment was agreed upon by lecturer of Psychology at Loyola Marymount University: [An adolescent marijuana user] is probably going to show this IQ drop regardless of whether he or she is actually smoking marijuana.

This medical breakthrough may not make huge splash on the surface, and information-wise, but studies like this one that shed light on stereotypes, and that educate the public on marijuana mean the destigmatization of marijuana. When the use of marijuana is removed from stigma and the common belief that smoking makes you less intelligent - and thus less useful to society - it will bring us one step closer to passing legislation that allows for legalization.

So, while in the short term this may not be earth-shattering news, it could in the long term be a stepping stone on the road to legalization.

KYMBER WARDSTAFF EDITOR

Do you know the Muffin Man? If not, you really should! Muffin Man is one of the best edibles I have recently tried. The Muffin Man was created on the streets and in the Coffeeshops of Amsterdam where the roots of the cannabis culture originated.

In 2002, Muffin Mans passion for cannabis prompted The Muffin Man to move to Amsterdam to pursue a career in the cannabis industry. He became the head breeder for a prominent seed bank. Though, he never abandoned his culinary roots and always found time to bake medical muffins for his eagerly waiting friends and people he met. As word of mouth spread about the mysterious

man handing out beautifully baked and properly dosed muffins, Muffin Man was born.

This particular product line was clearly created to be unique in the current market. The process to make the bars, with a layer of fresh, small batch made caramel

and marshmallow, may not be the easiest road to take. However, taking the extra time and effort truly does make for a superior

product.

While their Cali Bars are delicious, I simply cannot get enough of the amazing Caramel Marshmallow Bars. These gluten free products consist of a layer of fresh, small batch made marshmallow and caramel studded with toasted walnuts and pecans, dipped in milk chocolate and sprinkled with crunchy candied walnuts.

These bars are a delicious gluten free option and I

super excited to see what comes next.

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RACHELLE CUMMINGSSTAFF EDITOR

Medi-Roons are a product I have been dying to try since they hit the market. I am always looking for a healthier alternative to the cookies and gummies that currently have the market cornered. Although, I do predict that more and more consumers and patients will seek out nutritional edibles (hint hint, nudge nudge edible makers). Medi-Roons are both delicious and good for you!

Medi-Roons currently offers two products, the Lemon Pie and Brownie in both indica & sativa. Before I go into the actual review, let me just preface this by telling you I HATE citrus in baked goods and pastries. I am no lemon meringue kind of a girl. With that being said, the Lemon Pie Medi-Roons are amazing. They are moist and decadent. When you bite into one you cannot help yourself from eating the whole thing.

I personally tasted the sativa Lemon Pie and the indica Brownie, both were absolutely delicious and an effective medicine. Unlike all of the sugar based edibles I am used to I did not feel horrible after I ate them. It is extremely nice to have an edible that bridges the gap between patient and edible without being pumped full of GMOs and other harsh chemicals.

Medi-Roons are made with only natural products. They are gluten free, paleo, vegan and scrumdiddlyumptious. The co-founder of Medi-Roons understands the importance of getting the right medicine to the patient using the right delivery method. The Medi-Roons owner is a United States Marine Corp Veteran who personally uses his indica products to help manage PTSD.

Both the Lemon Pie and Brownie come in 8 packs - 30mg each, so there is a total of 240mg in the entire package. Upon first biting into the Lemon Pie, I expected to taste the equivalent of lemon mixed with grass in a cookie; however, to my dismay, the cannabis was (almost) undetectable and the lemon flavoring was not overpowering. In fact, I felt like Goldilocks and the lemon was just right!

The Brownie was equally well done. The marijuana was far more prevalent in the brownie, yet not overpowering. There was a nice balance of the 3 Cs - coconut, cacao and cannabis. The best medicine truly does start with the food you eat and in the wise words of Medi-Roons, Live the High Life Naturally!

Medi-Roons has done a phenomenal job of creating a healthy and tasty edible. I am happy to say that Medi-Roons are 100% Edibles List Approved.


The Jilly Janes Triple 7 Bakery Fruity Stoned bar isbeautiful. Looking at it, you can just tell its going to be a good time. First of all - lezbehonest - I like anything rainbow. Call it a stereotype if you must, but I do. The Fruity-stoned bar is a gorgeous ombred package with a clever rainbow-branded logo. I almost feel like Jilly Jane just made this bar for all the queer people of the world. So Ill pretend it was made for us and consume it often in appreciation.

Its very clever and comprehensive branding because the wrapper is multi-colored, (and its called the fruity stoned bar), so it builds anticipation for more rainbow. It does not disappoint. The fruity stoned bar is a rainbow-licious bar of cereal buttery marshmallow goodness, but its in a rainbow wrapper. Cmon. Theyve got me from the jump.

It offers a very mellow, euphoric body high. Im actually writing this article to you after having medicated with some of it and I dont feel trippy, or out of control. I feel like bobbing my head to 90s R&B and talking to people that I love. My body feels very relaxed and my head feels clear. I love this feeling and the energy it brings.

Needless to say, Im a big fan of the fruity-stoned bar. Its a scrumptious, visually and orally delightful treat with great consistency, texture, and clean flavor that offers a very chill, functional high.

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Just because its medicine does not mean it cant be pretty! SoKind edibles are an extremely fun way to medicate. Their handcrafted designs are like little works of art. SoKind offers tastefully designed, frosted cookies and brownie bites. Upon first examining the package I noticed that SoKind not only vacuum seals the product with an instructional insert, they also wrap and seal each individual product. While their packaging is somewhat rudimentary, I do applaud them for taking packaging guidelines into their own hands, as California has not yet implemented those regulations. In order for a company to continue operating in California in the coming years, it will be important to anticipate future needs - much like SoKind has.

Additionally, I really appreciated the informational insert included with the edibles. At this point, almost all edible companies are including some sort of informational guide with their products. In theory, these are great for consumers; however, many of them use cannabis jargon a novice user may not understand. Not SoKind! SoKind cleverly describes all pertinent information, warnings, ingredients, etc. in a way that anyone can understand. It is educational and witty - great job SoKind!

SoKinds award winning cookies are truly a tantalizing treat. The frosted designs range from psychedelic swirls to colorful pot leaves to aliens and more. I tried a 200mg Rastafarian themed cookie. At first, I was not sure what to expect seeing as I couldnt tell what kind of cookie it was. Once I took the first bite it was extremely evident it was a chocolate chip cookie. As I continued eating, I was surprised to not really taste the weed, instead it actually tasted citrusy. I was also pleasantly surprised to find that the frosting was not overly sugary and the cookie itself was soft.

The brownie bites are a bit more traditional and elegant. Some have swirls or designs, but I believe the prettiest version are the pastel colored brownies with a white drizzle (depicted above). They are pretty enough to be featured on any high-end bakerys shelf. The brownie bites come in 3 packs totaling to 200mg between them. The flavor profiles were well balanced, but I found them to be a bit too dry for my taste and the cannabis taste was far more prevalent than the cookies.

All in all, I enjoyed these products. SoKind, keep the colorful edibles coming! Check out some of SoKinds trippy treats on Instagram: @sokindcookies


Usually I would start off with some clever sentence to catch your attention. However, with Cannis Cakes N Confections I dont really have to. Let me just tell you right now, there is no real point to continuing to read. Just go get one of her cakes right now, you will not be disappointed. These cakes were honestly among some of the best cakes I have ever had.

The cakes are all moist and delicious. Honestly, each time I would just mean to take a bite and before I knew it the container was empty. CCNC was founded in 2004. The owners background is in cannabis and culinary arts so this was a very natural move to make.

I personally loved the chocolate turtle cake, the birthday cake with sprinkles and the red vanilla cake. Each of the cake flavors is unique and delicious. CCNC has set themselves up to create a fantastic menu as the flavor options are endless.

CCNC offers a wide array of Gourmet edible cakes for just about everyone. They create their cakes with the people they have met along the way in this industry. There is a story behind how each cake came to be in the product line. You can never know whats coming out of the kitchen until the baker is finished with it.

Cannis Cakes N Confections are delicious decadent cakes that are not only delicious but they are insanely effective. The high was mellow and not too intense. These make a great daytime medicating product because you can eat a bite or two at a time. Go ask for Cannis Cakes N Confections at your local dispensary today! You will NOT be disappointed.

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When asked about the inspiration of his company, the creator of Healthy High said, I felt there was a tremendous lack of healthy options for patients medicating with edibles and wanted to bring my culinary experience and knowledge as a nutritional coach together to provide healthy edible alternatives to patients. Food itself can either be the cure or cause for ailments and disease. By delivering cannabis and all its wonderful healing benefits in a treat that isnt full of artificial garbage and ingredients that do more harm than help, its a win-win. Youre doing your body a favor by choosing a healthy edible as opposed to adding to the problem by eating junk.

The owner of Healthy High was working as a private chef and nutritional coach to Hollywood celebrities, helping his clients shift their lifestyles and diets to become healthier through raw and vegan foods as well as juice cleansing. Additionally, he ran his own dehydrated, raw, organic snack foods company, selling products locally and online.

Weve reviewed some of Healthy Highs products before, but because there is such a lack of healthy edibles out there, we want to bring light back to their line as a truly healthy option. They infuse their products using raw, organic coconut oil and high quality cannabis trim.

The Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bar is one of their most popular products. It is made from all-natural, simple ingredients that you can pronounce. There are no preservatives or artificial additives of any sort and it is made with coconut oil, which has been proven to support weight-loss! Their products are currently Indica based, they are great for pain relief, deep muscle relaxation, anxiety, nausea, headaches and insomnia.

Ive seen, first hand, the powerful transformation and healing thats possible through choosing healthy foods. I helped one of my clients lose 60 lbs in a little over two months by doing just that. The foods we eat contribute directly to many of the health problems that people experience - obesity being one of them. Poor food choices lead to the deterioration of health and good food choices promote health and longevity. The power of cannabis combined with healthy foods is a recipe for greatness!, said the owner of Healthy High.

They have several exciting new products in the works. They will be expanding to include Sativa options as well as high CBD products. Their new products will retain Healthy Highs focus on healthy, natural ingredient-based edibles and will provide a low-calorie, high potency product thats easy to measure individual dosing in a convenient, discreet package.

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EVENT FEATURE: REINVENTING CHICKEN & WAFFLESKYMBER WARDSTAFF EDITOR

The edible industry essentiallyj just reinvents the wheel. All a company has to do is walk down the aisle at the grocery store, see an item they like and figure out how to recreate it using cannabis. Edibles R Us by KoreaTown K-Town Collective on Melrose has not only reinvented the wheel, they reinvented the whole darn car!

Edibles R Us jrecently walked away with two 1st place prizes and three 2nd place awards at the 2015 Best of Edibles List Awards in early January. Edibles R Us absolutely kills it with their full line of products including; condiments, honey, granola, salad dressing and many more!

Each month K-Town offers their patients a full medicated meal and Edibles Magazine was honored to receive an invite to their first event of the new year on Jan. 9th. Januarys dish of choice was something every LA native is very well-versed in, chicken & waffles. Yep, Ill let that sink in Let me reiterate, these are medicated chicken & waffles.

These chicken & waffles were even more delicious than what you are currently imagining. The waffles were soft and fluffy. The chicken was hot, crispy and juicy - not dry, which is hard to do. The butter, syrup and hot sauce were all amazingly infused with cannabis as well! Oh K-Town, you have spoiled me for all other chicken & waffle places. They honestly give Roscoes a run for their money, plus everything is infused with cannabis, so I suppose technically K-Town > Roscoes!

The Edibles R Us condiment line is delicious and actually look/taste like what they are supposed to -

unlike other medicated sauce lines in the market. Their maple syrup and butter is outstanding. The hot sauce is the perfect spicy blend to pull the meal together.

K-Town makes it extremely easy for you to enjoy their monthly medicated meals. If interested in attending future events, check out our monthly event guide in Edibles Magazine or follow these easy steps:

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A little birdie told us that Februarys event will be just as amazing as the chicken & waffles. This time the geniuses behind Edibles R Us are whipping up infused Chinese food! Egg Rolls, Fried Rice, Orange Chicken or Beef & Broccoli, oh my! Edibles R Us by KoreaTown Collective has a track record of providing excellent meds and if I was a betting woman, Id bet that the medicated Chinese food will be nothing short of amazing.

The Edibles Team prides ourselves on finding the best companies in the industry to work with and the folks at KoreaTown Collective certainly fill that bill.

K-Town is among the original 187 licensed medical marijuana dispensaries in the city of Los Angeles and was established in 2006.

For more information about KoreaTown Collective & Edibles R Us please go to: www.ktowncollective.com`

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RACHELLE CUMMINGSSTAFF EDITOR

Made with Love Medibles is a company that offers scrumptious treats for anyone with a sweet tooth. The best part, you can have your cake and eat it too! The masterminds behind Made with Love have come up with an interesting take on an average cupcake. In fact, when I opened the bag I had no idea what to expect. There were two products I was to review, Sticky Lick Me Bar and a mini ice cream cone. My interest was piqued with the ice cream what could it be?

The Sticky Lick Me Bar is an ooey gooey Lucky Charm cereal bar, complete with some charms on top. The bar is 150mg and is incredibly potent. It was a nice mellow high, but it hit me pretty hard. With that said, this is still definitely not a daytime medicating kind of an edible.

The real showstoppers were the frosted ice cream cones. As I mentioned, I was not entirely sure what they were, so I took a gamble and bit into one. The cones are approximately 1 inch in height, frosted with sprinkles over top. When you bite into it you do not find ice cream, but instead theres cake! The three flavors I tried were red velvet, white and chocolate. Let me tell you the chocolate cake was effing amazing! I had one and then ultimately ended up eating four more. I strongly suggest you try these little bites of amazingness.

Check them out on IG: @madewithlovemedibles


I have to say, I was really delighted at the high from Mothers Medicated products. The experience is incredibly euphoric. When I was feeling the effects of Mothers Medicated I felt this overwhelming sense of calm and clarity, and my body felt amazing. I felt very comfortable, and relaxed, and my predominant thoughts were of really pleasant creative ideas, and hilariously overwhelming gratitude (which Im sure all of my Facebook friends found amusing).

Mothers Medicated Cannatella is such a unique product and I was immediately intrigued. While the taste was intense, the texture on warm toast was lovely. Its a chocolatey spread thats chocolate free. I ate it on toast but any one of the Mothers Medicated spreads Ive eaten could just as easily eaten from the jar, or added to a recipe.

I was initially a little gun-shy about Mothers Medicated Jammies because it has a really unique flavor and appeal but it grows on you and its become my favorite spread. Its a little bit nutty but very sweet and super creamy. The overwhelming flavor is almost cashew-like. I ate this one directly from the jar.

The Mothers Medicated Almond Butter was unique too with its nutty, complex taste. Its unlike any almond butters Ive had before and it has a bit of a saltiness that I really enjoyed.

The coolest thing about all of these products is that they are special diet friendly, so theyre Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Vegan, chocolate & caffeine free, and theyve got a low glycemic index. These spreads are especially nice because if you have a high tolerance, just an ounce will do the trick (about enough to cover the inside of two bagel halves), because they are potent.

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EdiblesList.com is adding a new dietary specific icon to our vendor profiles: P for Paleo. When I started this company I was looking for healthy edibles, and Ive finally found a sugar-free edible that can really be included in part of an overall healthy diet. MoonMans Mistress is one of my new favorite edible companies. They offer a Paleo, Gluten-Free, Dairy Free, Soy-Free, Low Glycemic product line.

For those of you who are new to the Paleo Diet, it is an effort to eat like we used to back in the dayWAY back in the day. If a caveman could not eat it, neither can you. This means anything we could hunt or find meats, fish, nuts, leafy greens, regional veggies, and seeds.

Currently, they have 3 products available, the Chocolate Chip Crater Cookie, the Pumpkin Pecan Mini Space Cake and the Trail Mix Super Nova Cookie. Their edibles are 20-50mg each, are created in a certified gluten-free facility and 100% of their ingredients are registered organic. They source as many ingredients as possible locally, and are Non-GMO.

The Chocolate Chip Crater Cookie is not just a classic favorite, but is also made with the benefits of coconut oil. Remember, not all Chocolate Chip cookies are created equal. Their Crater Cookie is one of the healthiest cookies around without compromising taste!

The Pumpkin Pecan Mini Space Cake is their best version of the seasonal fall & winter flavor packed with the all the health benefits of pumpkin. Year round you can enjoy the comforting taste of pumpkin in this mini cookie shaped cake. I love pumpkin, so I was thrilled to review this one. It was yummy, SO yummy!

The Trail Mix Super Nova Cookie won 1st Place Best Healthy Edible in our Best of 2015 Edibles List Awards. If healthy medibles is what you are looking for, look no further. This cookie is anything but a cookie.

It is like a nut-free, protein filled, superfood treat. They are soft and crunchy almost like a nut bar but these contain absolutely no nuts. Instead they include chia seeds, hemp seeds and sunflower seeds. It is anything but your traditional trail mix.

What I love about the Trail Mix Super Nova Cookie, is that it is a great way to start your day with a superfood jumpstart and get your meds all at once, without feeling guilty that you just ate butter, sugar and fat. The 50 mg dosing per cookie is convenient as a pick-me-up without the feeling of a heavy come-down.

This industry is about treating and healing people. We felt the market needed more healthy alternative options. There are many patients (including Liz, one of the co-founders of MoonMans Mistress) who cannot consume many, if not most of the edibles currently in market due to dietary restrictions, allergies, autoimmune diseases and things of that nature. We wanted to address this gap by offering clean alternatives made with ingredients beneficial to the body. Our core foundations are based on healing and education, performance and recovery, Jamel, Co-Founder of MoonMans Mistress says.

Their patients have reported the below health conditions have been positively effected by these products.

Autoimmune Diseases (such as Crohns, Hashimotos, Celiac, Lupus, etc.) Food Allergies Patients on low glycemic and low carb diets or those with specific dietary needs Inflammation and Pain Management IBS Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Insomnia

Their brand promise is to provide the healthiest, most taste worthy edibles made with authenticity through quality ingredients that nourish the body and spirit, and education that strengthens the mind.

Moonmans Mistress plans to launch a larger product selection, which will include a CBD line, savory products and products specific to performance and recovery. You can also expect to see them supporting education on sustainability of the body via the value of medicinal cannabis and clean eating.

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If you are an avid marijuana user in Los Angeles and are not worried about the future, it is probably because you have not heard the news yet. If we do not get our act together and vote on regulations that we want, by 2018, all medicinal marijuana dispensaries and businesses will be illegal.

Apparently the citys conservative governor Jerry Brown believes that the mediators of Los Angeles county are for trifling reasons attempting to have a voice in legislation. He has responded in saying The city council should not let marijuana businesses set city policy. His seemingly harmless statement is shedding light on a much bigger problem.

The real issue is that we are having a hard time here in LA regulating marijuana. Just under 20 years passed before the state of California executed the system in place to regulate the cultivation,

sale and transport of medicinal marijuana after it enacted the CUA (Compassionate Use Act). Even now, instead of moving forward, the proposed action could mean a major setback and real damage to the medical marijuana industry.

The legislation is called the Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act. The tricky thing is that on the surface, the legislation sounds great. It would allow the state for the very first time to issue medical marijuana business licenses. Unfortunately, underneath its an uglier monster. What it *actually means* for LA users is a potential real-life prohibition of marijuana.

The law would only apply to those businesses that had already obtained their respective district permits, and here in LA county we dont issue permits. This means that it bars Los Angeles county shops from operating after the year 2018 when the law takes effect because any businesses already in existence will be in violation of the

law by virtue of not having such a license. This does not just mean no more legalized weed, but because the owners of any shops open after 2018 will actively be committing crimes, it could potentially mean the loss of business and a potential criminal prosecution charge.

Do not fret too much though, there is a silver lining. The GLACA (The Greater Los Angeles Collective Alliance) is working on legislation that would implement a local permitting scheme for all medical marijuana businesses including dispensaries, growers, delivery services, edible manufacturers, etc. Its a piece of legislation that could save all the businesses left exposed by the many loopholes in Prop D. If this piece of legislation passes, the great new Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act would actually do Los Angeles some good. We would be included in the wave of regulation and by the year 2018 all existing businesses could apply for a permit and continue to exist into 2019.

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I reviewed the MasterBaker Snowball Effect 100 mg THC/package. Initially, I wasnt sure what to expect. The packaging is very nice, but I could not tell that they were cookies until opening it. The package was clearly marked with all of the pertinent information. That is always good when you know your own tolerance level. For me to stay at a comfortable level, I know not to eat more than one quarter of the packages contents at a time.

The cookies are absolutely delicious. They were very fresh and crisp. If you are used to eating infused foods, you may be able to tell that they are medicated. But for me, they were very tasty and effective. I have had to consume more medication than usual lately because of some outstanding medical problems. This is definitely a pleasant way of doing that.

From my experience, the dosing is pretty spot on. The packaging states 100 mg OG Kush. I didnt see any weird preservatives or other odd ingredients. That is a huge plus in my book. I have to be very conscious of what I consume because certain ingredients in foods affect me in a huge way.

Masterbaker definitely has a hit here. I cant wait to try another of their culinary creations. Please look them up when you get a chance, and happy landings


I am just now discovering the concept of savory edibles and let me tell you, theyre out there, but theyre pioneered by people like the founders of EATMYGREENS, Javier and Marisa. Javier co-founded EATMYGREENS to share the product hed cultivated to help his mother ailing of cancer. What makes Chong Mix so unique is the fact that right now - its the only product EATMYGREENS carries.

When asked why Chong Mix is EATMYGREENS shining solitary product, Javier commented, Our company focused on the product itself -- on Chong Mix.We decided to focus on one product and make it the best of the best. We feel we have accomplished that. Quality over quantity. How unique! I say, why mess with perfection?

Chong Mix is a delightful experience for the palate with its colorful blend of herbs, spices, and little top notes of delicate sweetness. The different textures of its ingredients crunchy, and smooth are blended together to make eating Chong Mix a really interesting sensory experience.

The packaging for this medible is really clean and informative. The dosage and nutrition facts are displayed clearly on the front of the packaging and its easy to tear open on the side.

It is an Indica-based edible so it is paired with a sense of calm and heaviness and comfort that makes you want to sleep. Chong Mix is such a unique, vegan, palate-pleasing medible with really effective psychotropic effects that are engineered to treat pain, insomnia, pain, and depression.


Lazy Fruit by Choice Remedy are THE quintessential example of Dont judge a book by its cover. I have to admit, when I first saw these products I was not that enticed. I am always uncertain when it comes to gummies, often times the flavors just dont quite taste as they should or all you can taste is the CO2 oil sprayed on them.

However, I was well aware that Choice Remedy makes phenomenal products, so I tried the Fruit Punch flavor. It was absolutely delicious. The gummies have a perfect sour to sweet ratio. The gummies themselves are fairly large in size, but only weigh in at 40mg and rolled in sugar.

I decided to eat mine before bed and then I decided to eat another because it was so delicious. This time I tried Melon Margarita, let me tell ya the flavor profiles are on point, to say the least. The Lemonade really tastes like Lemonade. It is neither too sweet nor sour. About an hour after I ate them I started to doze off. I woke up feeling refreshed and without a weed hangover, so thats always a win!

The founder of Choice Remedy became a medical marijuana patient in 2001 after suffering an injury at work. He founded the company in 2009 and set out on a mission to educate people on the proper use and benefits of medical marijuana. As well as to help those suffering find relief through cannabis as an alternative to prescription drugs.

Choice Remedy never uses BHO or harmful chemicals in their edibles and coconut oil or avocado oil is their preferred infusion process. They will decarboxylate the cannabis 70-80% then slow cook it in the Choice oil.

Choice Remedy edibles are both delicious and effective. Go to: choiceremedy.org to find out where you can pick up your next favorite edible!

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My name is Karin and I am an alcoholic. I have spent the past 27 years abstinent from all mind altering drugs, pills, booze, medications, etc. I have found peace within myself and have helped others afflicted with the disease of alcoholism through working a 12 step program. I was dying from drug addiction and these 12 steps showed me design for living that I will always respect and be grateful for what I have learned. What also came for me in those 27 years is living life and the dreaded aging process. Having fun, challenging myself physically, having a family, carving out careers and finding adventures has been part of what makes me happy. What I did not expect to find was Cannabis. Cannabis was called pot when I stopped smoking it and it was the gateway drug straight to hell.

My story with Cannabis started when a dear friend of mine told me she had stage 4 colon cancer and was given 3-6

months to live. She was 49 years old and this news was devastating. She was not the kind of person to sit back and let cancer dictate her circumstances so we got busy looking for alternatives. She found that vaping Cannabis was the only treatment that helped her sleep and minimize her pain from the cancer and traditional cancer treatments. Her appetite was gone and Cannabis was the only medicine that helped her get food down! Along with Cannabis she sought help from other countries that provided treatments not approved here in the United States. My friend lived for 2 years after her diagnosis. She was 51 years old and 18 years sober when she passed away from cancer in December 2013.

This experience made me start to dig further, find stories, find more studies and listen to what people were using Cannabis for, other than just getting high. I was blown away to find there is a medicinal side to Cannabis that I never knew existed. I opened my mind to something that for 25 years I told

myself was bad and would kill me if I ever used it. I was completely opposed to pot. I had been appalled at the dispensaries on every other corner opening in my neighborhood and was furious they were there.

As my own curiosity grew, I contacted a company who created topical creams and potions infused with Cannabis. The owner told me that I would not get high using their products which I wanted to try for a massage oil to help relieve pain and inflammation. He sent me samples with his word that I would not get high. Much to my relief (both physically and mentally) I did not get high using these lotions and potions. What I did get is serious pain relief, better sleep and I have not taken arthritis medicine for almost 2 years. Oh, that fabulous arthritis medicine that was prescribed by my doctor, I had to have my liver tested for damage from the prescription drug in order for it to be refilled every three months. Im pretty sure that is code for not good for my body!

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American Medical Evaluation CentersAddress: 20830 S. Vermont Ave. Torrance, CA 90502Phone: (310) 320.4420 Hours: Monday-Saturday 1pm-7pm Closed SundaysAbout: American Medical is the specialty medical marijuana office in the Southbay area since 2010. Our center has physicians specialized in various fields and trained to expertly evaluate patients for medical marijuana. Patients look to us for medical guidance and legal defense. Our doctors, recognized as experts in the field of medical marijuana by the California District Attorneys office.

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InstructionsPreheat your oven to 375 F. Season the salmon to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Top each fillet with a sprig of tarragon and some lemon zest. Wrap each fillet with 2 slices of bacon. Heat some Canna Olive Oil in a large ovenproof skillet over a medium-high heat. Fry the salmon on each side until golden brown (about 2 minutes per side). Brush each fillet with the maple syrup or honey, if using, and transfer to the oven. Place the salmon in the oven until cooked through (about 8 -10 minutes).

Ingredients:1 lb cooked-shrimp (We prefer the tiny version as to require less chopping.)1/4 finely diced,red bell pepper1/4 finely diced orange or yellow bell pepper1/2 finely diced jalepeno pepper1/4 diced jicama1/4 diced cucumber1 tablespoon finely diced shallot2 tablespoons cilantro2 tablespoons of Canna Olive OilJuice of 1 limeJuice of 1 lemon2 cups of sliced cucumber for dippingInstructions:Toss then chill in the fridge for 30 mins before serving.

Ingredients4 wild salmon fillets, about 5 oz. each (thats just under 2 lbs of

salmon in total);2 sprigs tarragon, cut in half;

Zest of 1 lemon;8 slices of bacon;

2 tbsp. maple syrup or honey; (optional)3 tbsp. Canna Olive OIl

(We like Chef Nuha or Goodies By Magooch)Sea Salt and freshly ground pepper

Ingredients:2 Tablespoons Canna Coconut Oil(We like Trikom Treats Canna Coconut Oil)3 tablespoons coconut butter2 tablespoons almond butter1/4 teaspoon pur vanilla extract2 teaspoons mint extract1 teaspoon pure maple syrup1 tablespoon cacao powder for coating

Whats more romantic as a desert than chocolate? How about a paleo twist?

Instructions:Place Canna Coconut Oil, butter, almond butter, flavor ingredients, and pure vanilla extract into a bowl, and combine until smooth. Mix thoroughly. The mixture will be soft, so place it int he freezer for about 10 mins or until you can roll the batter into 1-inch balls with your hands. Roll each ball in the coating.

Ingredients:1 bundle of asparagus3 tbsp. Canna Olive Oil

Instructions:Brush bundles of asparagus with Canna Olive Oil. Add as many sliced greek or klamata olives as you want to the mix and shred lemon zest over it all. Add sea salt and black pepper to taste. Preheat oven for 375 and cook for 10 mins

Canna Olive Oil Infused Asparagus

With Valentines Day coming up, you want a classic romantic meal that not only provides great nutrition but may have an affect on the libido. We all know that fish has been known to act as aphrodisiac, at the same time, what guy (or good woman for that matter) doesnt like bacon! Heres a twist on a classic dish to add a little red meat to the flare.

Totally Medicated Bacon Wrapped Baked Salmon

420 Infused Shrimp Ceviche

Whats a great appetizer to fish? More seafood of course. Shrimp Ceviche is far easier to make than traditional raw fish ceviche.

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INGREDIENTS:3/4 t. Powdered Gelatin1/4 c. Canna Infused Soda(We like Dixie, Marqaha & Sprig) 3 c. Powdered SugarFood ColoringFlavored Extracts

In a small mixing bowl dissolve gelatin in soda. After about 5 minutes, set the bowl over a pot of simmering water to melt the gelatin completely - until you cant see any granules.

Use a hand or stand mixer and mix in the powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time. Keep adding the powdered sugar until you have stiff fondant-like dough. It will be somewhat sticky.

Turn the dough out onto a clean work surface dusted with powdered sugar and knead until smooth adding more powdered sugar if necessary.

Divide dough into as many portions as you would like colors/flavors.

Make a sort of bowl shape out of one of the pieces of dough. Pour in flavored extracts and add food coloring.

I made my candy hearts peppermint-vanilla (light pink and dark pink hearts) and vanilla bean (white hearts). It would be fun to try other flavorings like banana, orange, cherry, sour apple, etc.

Knead in the colors and flavors until well combined. Taste a piece of dough and add more extract if there is not enough.

Roll the dough to about 1/4 thickness and cut out shapes using small cookie cutters.

*I like to use square wooden dowels

as guides for my rolling pin to make sure the thickness is the same throughout. This will make drying even amongst all of the candy hearts.

Arrange the candies on a parchment lined baking sheet and let dry for 48 hours. I know this is a long time but it takes that long to get them hard. Flip the hearts over occasionally to assure even drying on both sides.

Once the hearts are completely dry you can stamp them with whatever message you would like.

*You can see in picture #1 that the hearts are not dry if they are two-toned. Do not stamp these hearts until they are dry!

Using a clean and new paint brush spread a thin layer of food coloring onto a small saucer. Press small, clean and new letter stamps into the food coloring and stamp onto the hearts! Repeat until you have stamped all the messages you want.

Let the food coloring dry before eating to avoid red lips and tongue!

medible REcipe: HOMEMADE MEDICATED CANDY HEARTS

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DR. ROBERT SETARISTAFF EDITOR

For centuries woman used to rely on marijuana as an effective treatment for everything from swollen breasts to pelvic cramping. Unfortunately, when marijuana became illegal this treatment modality was lost. Now as more states legalize marijuana, both physicians and patients are re-discovering the therapeutic benefits of medical marijuana.

The potential for cannabis to enhance womens sex lives has been well documented. Currently, doctors have begun to recommend medical marijuana for menstrual related issues such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) more commonly called PMS (Premenstrual syndrome).

The benefits are so well documented now that some states, such as California, specifically name PMDD as a qualifying illness for the medical As most of my readers know, I am very big on what is the mechanism of action? How does it work? Well, like most therapies there may be multiple levels by which tetrahydrocannabinol (or THC), one of the active ingredients in cannabis, can improve PMDD. It can certainly decrease overall pain

sensation and it can also decrease anxiety and nausea all of which may reduce the cramps, headaches, depression, and anxiety associated PMS and PMDD.

Ethan Russo, a neurologist and psychopharmacology researcher emphasizes, The right dose is the lowest dose thats going to control the symptoms.

Essentially when the right dose and right strain are used its possible to treat pain and take control of the symptoms without experiencing psychoactivity. Topical cannabis has also been touted as an effective way to disperse swelling and pain in the breasts prior to menses. Near a womans cycle, her breast tissue can sometimes swells up to a cup size bigger.

Today, there is a growing market for topical cannabis pain relievers. Marijuana has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties which can reduce swelling. And the risk of psychoactive side effects is low. Since a transdermal (i.e. topical through the skin) delivery doesnt get enough THC absorbed into the bloodstream patients are less likely to get buzzed. However, topically cannabis has been shown to reduce

pain and inflammation.

The potential for pot in managing womens health is promising, but more research is needed. This can be a daunting problem since cannabis has been illegal in this country for the past eight decades; and even today it is difficult to get funding for this type of research since marijuana is still illegal on a federal level. There are bills on Capitol Hill this year proposing that the procurement of federal funding for research from places like the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and National Institute of Health (NIH) should be facilitated.

It remains to be seen if they can actually be Many doctors and researchers are hoping interest in cannabis and womens health will gain momentum as more states legalize cannabis for both recreational and medicinal use. As Russo states, It is wise for people to be cautious, but cannabis is a potential therapeutic agent and needs to be a part of medicine so we can treat some of the conditions that have not responded to other therapies._____________________________

Dr. Robert Setari is a practicing physician and the creator of TheCannaKitchen.com

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What is Glaucoma?

The optic nerve carries signals from the eye to the brain, resulting in vision. Glaucoma can lead to damage of the optic nerve, and untreated, long-standing glaucoma can lead to blindness. In many cases, this damage is caused by an increase in pressure within the eye (intra-ocular pressure), resulting from abnormalities with the amount of fluid in the front portion of the eye, called aqueous humor, which is produced by a part of the eye called the ciliary body.

Pressure in the eye builds either due to (1) a decrease in aqueous humor clearance due to a blockage in the outflow space, or (2) an increase in the amount of aqueous humor in the front eye compartment. For example, when blood pressure is high, the pressure in the capillaries of the ciliary body may also be high, leading to increased production by ultrafiltration/decreased absorption of aqueous humor, leading to an increase in liquid and, subsequently, pressure.

What Are The Types of Glaucoma?

There are two types of glaucoma, which each lead to different symptoms:

Primary open-angle glaucoma [most common]:

Gradual loss of peripheral vision, usually in both eyes [i.e. when your primary attention is focused on one point, a loss of peripheral vision leads to an inability to see anything on the sides]Tunnel vision in the advanced stagesAcute angle-closure glaucoma:

Eye painNausea and vomiting (accompanying the severe eye pain)Sudden onset of visual disturbance, often in low lightBlurred visionHalos around lightsReddening of the eyeSince many people show no signs of glaucoma until damage has already resulted, it is important to regularly attend appointments with an eye care professional in order to be properly screened.

Can Cannabinoid Therapies Help?

In a study published in International Journal of Pharmacology and Biopharmacology in 1979, researchers studied a group of 16 participants with open-angle glaucoma, along with high blood pressure (8 participants) or no high blood pressure (8 participants). They found that when participants inhaled whole-plant cannabis with 2.8% delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), their heart rates first increased (in order to compensate for decreased blood and intra-ocular pressures caused by THC, the heart starts to pump blood faster in order to maintain blood flow to vital areas), and then their blood pressures and

intra-ocular pressures decreased. Effects were greater and lasted longer in participants with high blood pressure than in patients without high blood pressure, continuing for approximately 3-4 hours.

In 1980, the same researchers, assisted by other colleagues, published an article in Ophthalmology reviewing the results of their 1979 study and noted that the lowering of blood pressure that led to decreased intra-ocular pressure [in the eyes] occurred within 60 to 90 minutes of inhalation. They also note that since cannabis inhalation led to side effects of increased heart rate, feelings of having [a] rapid, fluttering, or pounding heart (palpitations), and psychoactivity (i.e. the changes in perception, thought, feelings, etc. that is frequently associated with cannabis use), and excessively decreased blood pressure which can lead to such feelings as being lightheaded, the ability to recommend inhaled cannabis for patients may be limited.

Additionally, given that the decrease in blood pressure caused by whole-plant cannabis use/THC may lead to a harmful reduction in blood flow to an already potentially damaged optic nerve (which could further damage the nerve), (1) development of cannabinoid therapies applied directly to the eye, rather than administered systemically (i.e. to the entire body, as with inhalation and ingestion), and (2) testing cannabinoids other than THC, may be more appropriate.

In a 1981 study, the same researchers, again assisted by additional colleagues, found that use of 0.1% THC in light mineral oil, administered directly to the eyes (i.e. topically) of human participants with high blood pressure, resulted in decreased systolic blood pressure (pressure in vessels felt immediately when the heart contracts/pumps) which also may lead to decreased intra-ocular pressure. One of the authors noted in a guest editorial published in Journal of the National Medical Association in 1982 that in both animal and human studies, the maximum intensity of effect on intra-ocular pressure for topical administration of THC occurs at approximately 6 hours post-administration and lasts for 8-12 hours.

In 2000, an animal study published in Graefes Archive for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology found that topical administration of HU-211 (a synthetic, non-psychoactive cannabinoid derivative, or varied/altered form, that blocks NMDA receptors, instead of stimulating cannabinoid receptors) to one eye of rabbits was able to decrease intra-ocular pressure. Effects began within 1.5 hours of administration and lasted for more than 6 hours. Additionally, IOP was decreased in the eye to which HU-211 had not been administered, although the effect was small and lasted for only 4 hours. Although no information on potential side effects was noted, this study shows that use of synthetic cannabinoids may be useful in treating

glaucoma without the potentially inconvenient or harmful side effects of psychoactive whole-plant cannabis use.

Potential Control of Other Symptoms

Symptoms of glaucoma that may be eased by cannabis use include pa

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