James, your email was bounced back, but here is the protocol I would use. I don’t diagnose or proscribe but I can say that you were probably using the wrong strain 5 yrs ago (indica rather than more hybrid or sativa). And yes, cannabis can cause the exact symptoms that you are using it for—odd…
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MS and Herbal Supplement
MS and herbal supplement: “I am having joints pain in both hands inside and outside and muscle weakness due to multiple sclerosis (MS). I am falling a lot, I have headaches and lightheadedness. I cannot keep myself balanced, and walk with a tremor like I cannot control my steps. I had taken Avonex for two years. Presently I am taking BEST HEALTH HERBAL CENTRE…
Which Strain Should I Grow?
https://www.leafly.com/news/growing/how-to-pick-marijuana-strain-to-grow Quotes: Some strains require more care and attention than others. This information is usually made available by breeders and distributors, but be sure to do some research to see how difficult specific strains are to grow. Difficulty equates to more care and attention, which can involve a more complex nutrient regiment, more training requirements, and…
Dear Friends: Stay alert!
Dear friends, I think we have discovered a river of concern on this site (or in consulting terminology, a ‘felt need’). Just since starting this website two months ago, I’ve been contacted by friends, friends of friends, and family members who are struggling with these health issues either for themselves or their partners or children.…
Comment: My Episcopal Women Knitting Ministry
Another fantastic example of women quietly and courageously leading in surprising ways! “I told my Episcopal women knitting ministry about your Grass for Geezers facebook group last week, read some of your postings, and there was much discussion about making a salve ourselves instead of spending so much money. We tried out one edible at…
Is Cannabis a Safe Pain Medication for Seniors?
Q+A: How Can Marijuana be a Safe Pain Medicine for Seniors? https://www.marijuana.com/news/2018/11/qa-how-can-marijuana-be-a-safe-pain-medicine-for-seniors/ Answer: Grandma’s not alone. Marijuana use is booming among the baby boomer generation. According to one demographic analysis, consumption of marijuana by Americans 65 and older increased by 250 percent between 2006 and 2013. Summary: One reason for marijuana’s popularity among the senior…
Interview: Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) and Breast Cancer
I live in an area where there are many sources experienced with medical marijuana so when I was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer 5 yrs ago, I ultimately opted for a lumpectomy with no radiation and no chemo. When I told the doctor, I got an eye roll, but the nurse pulled me aside…
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Comment: Allergy to Microtabs
Your blog will be so valuable! My foot surgeon recommended the cream for my foot for pain after I made it clear that I did not want to take opioids or pain pills. They do nothing for nerve pain. I thought this was such a great, out of the box suggestion from a surgeon. I…
Question: Cannabis and Macular Degeneration
Will you give my mom some info for my aunt. Does CBD oil help macular degeneration? L, CA Dede: L, Not to my knowledge but this came up yesterday about glaucoma: Wired Mag, Nov 6; There might also be medical applications when you don’t want the entourage effect at work. One of THC’s more famous…
Comment: Cannabis and Multiple Sclerosis
Great plan, Dede. My husband has MS and we’d like to have access to cannabis. Go, girl! K, NC K, thanks! There are 3 mentions in articles which are posted on this site under research ‘multiple sclerosis.’ Also there are a couple of new research studies with NIH: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=medical+cannabis+%2B+multiple+sclerosis
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