How research into Marijuana is leading to medical breakthroughs

Marijuana has come a long way since its hippy smoking image beloved by the mainstream media over the last few decades.Awareness of its medical properties have slowly emerged over that time to challenge the preconceptions and help to form a new image for the plant.

Yes we have to be aware of the dangers of the misuse of Marijuana but also need to keep a clear head when considering the immense benefits in can bring to many people.

There are at least two known active chemicals in marijuana that have been well researched and have been shown to have medical benefits. These are cannabidol (CBD) which can treat brain functions and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which has some valuable pain relieving and other properties. CBD is also said to improve bonehealing.

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