The use of cannabis originated in central Asia or western China. Cannabis has been used for its alleged healing properties for millennia. The first documented case of its use dates back to 2800 BC, when it was listed in the Emperor Shen Nung's (regarded as the father of Chinese medicine) pharmacopoeia.

Therapeutic indications of cannabis are mentioned in the texts of the Indian Hindus, Assyrians, Greeks and Romans. These texts reported cannabis to treat a vast array of different health problems, including arthritis, depression, amenorrhea, inflammation, pain, lack of appetite and asthma.

One investigation found that, compared with a placebo, a CBD dosage of (mg) increased sleep duration. The researchers also concluded that the placebo, 5 mg of the insomnia drug nitrazepam, and 40, 80, and 160 mg of CBD helped the participants fall asleep. Levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, typically in the morning, but people with insomnia may have high cortisol levels at night. Independent of insomnia, having high cortisol levels at night is associated with an number of nighttime awakenings. In one study on the effects of CBD, researchers found that cortisol levels decreased more significantly when participants took of CBD oil. These results suggest that CBD affects the release of cortisol, possibly acting as a sedative. Many researchers say that CBD improves sleep because it tackles the root causes of insomnia.

Meditation has been shown to boost your endocannabinoid system–the system in the body that interacts directly with cannabinoids and terpenes to promote homeostasis, or balance. Pairing a meditative practice with taking CBD regularly can optimize the functionality of your endocannabinoid system. It is important to note that when it comes to integrating CBD products into your life, there is no one-size-fits-all. Everyone’s endocannabinoid system is wired a little bit differently, which means that the dose that makes you feel best could be different from what works for your parent or significant other.

Much of the research regarding the benefits of medicinal cannabis for older people has been published by the medicinal cannabis industry.

Benefits may include:

Easing chronic pain, especially pain caused by nerve damage

Reducing nausea and vomiting (specifically for people undergoing chemotherapy)

Lower levels of anxiety

Improvement in sleep

Relief from painful muscle spasms caused by conditions such as multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injuries.

CBD has both antibacterial and antifungal properties that can be amazingly medicinal, effective, and therapeutic. Hemp-derived terpenes are lipophilic – a property that makes them highly effective antifungals.

While marijuana isn’t strong enough for severe pain (for example, post-surgical pain or a broken bone), it is quite effective for the chronic pain that plagues millions of Americans, especially as they age.

Part of its allure is that it is clearly safer than opiates (it is impossible to overdose on and far less addictive) and it can take the place of NSAIDs such as Advil or Aleve, if people can’t take them due to problems with their kidneys or ulcers or GERD.

The current, comprehensive review presents terpenes found in cannabis and hops. Terpenes' medicinal properties are supported by numerous in vitro, animal and clinical trials and show anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, analgesic, anticonvulsive, antidepressant, anxiolytic, anticancer, anxiolytic, neuroprotective, anti-mutagenic, anti-allergic, antibiotic and anti-diabetic attributes, among others. Because of the very low toxicity, these terpenes are already widely used as food additives and in cosmetic products. Thus, they have been proven safe and well-tolerated.

Terpenes are essential oils of a plant. They are responsible for the way a plant smells and tastes. The potential health benefits of terpenes are numerous and depend on the properties of each individual material. Some researches claim that terpenes can also help to enhance the “entourage effect” and by that, the therapeutic effects of CBD.

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Carbonated water, Sugars (sugar, apple juice concentrate), Coconut oil, 5mg of dried Cannabis (A total of 10mg of THC), Acacia gum (Found in nature, Acacia is actually a wonderful dietary fibre that can keep your cholesterol under control), Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Caramel, Citric Acid (naturally derived), Malic Acid (naturally derived), Mixed Tocopherols (Vitamin E), Natural Flavours, Potassium Sorbate (a natural preservative that has been used for almost 200 years), Quillaia Extract (a plant that has been used medicinally for its bark. Traditionally, it has been used to treat the common cold, cough, bronchitis, high cholesterol, and many other conditions!), Sodium Benzoate.

We are currently working on getting its FDA approval, so it should be ready for purchase within the next 12-16 months! :)

All legally approved Canadian dispensaries will display a seal on the outside of their store in a prominent, easy-to-see location.

Canada now allows the sale of all such products through provincial distribution centers. The Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS) orders products from manufacturers and makes them available for distribution to dispensaries near you in the province.

In addition to a variety of dried cannabis flower products, the Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS) now offers various edibles including chewable “gummies”, confectionary and chocolate products, and some of the newest adult beverages available. If you are new to these products, have fun exploring your current choices in Ontario. Please note that individual provinces may have different products and slightly different regulations for certain products. For example, Ontario limits the amount of THC in infused beverages to 5 mg, while other provinces allow up to 10 mg per drink.

The amount of specific cannabinoids in different products is clearly indicated on each product listed with the Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS). Products with THC amounts over 17% and 20% are labeled as “strong” and “very strong,” respectively, in order to further guide customers.

Some products are infused with THC, while others are infused with CBD, and others are infused with both of these cannabinoids. It is also worth noting that there are some differences between provinces with respect to allowable amounts of specific cannabinoids in manufactured products to be sold within the province.

Of course, flower products will include the full spectrum of more than 100 cannabinoids, as well as many terpenes. All act in unison when the marijuana plant is smoked or ingested in the form of edible products. The actual amounts of all of these cannabinoids, except for THC and CBD, and terpenes will not be shown on the product offerings because these natural compounds are not regulated as psychoactive compounds.

For your convenience, all licensed dispensaries in Ontario are shown on our dispensary map. Enter your own address, and get directions to the store nearest to you.

No, you do not need a prescription. Most consumers consider these products either as health supplements or, perhaps as similar to alcohol or tobacco, when thinking about whether they are healthy choices.

Canada is one of the first countries to legalize the use of Cannabis for both medical and recreational use across the entire country. That being said, adult consumer products containing both THC and alcohol are prohibited across all of North America because it is well documented that THC and alcohol have interactive psychoactive effects.