For most of the 20th century, cannabis (aka marijuana) was viewed by most as nothing more than a recreational drug. As researchers performed more studies of its effects, however, they discovered that when used properly, cannabis can relieve the symptoms for people suffering from a variety of serious medical conditions. These conditions include…

According to a study published in Molecular Cancer Therapeutics, cannabis can slow or stop the spread of cancer cells in the body. Cannabis has the ability to turn off the gene called Id-1, which decreases the potential for the spread of tumors. The American Association for Cancer Research currently recognizes that cannabis can help treat tumor growth in the brain, breast, and lungs.1

There is currently no cure for the HIV/AIDS virus, but studies have shown that cannabis can relieve many of the symptoms associated with being HIV positive. One study found that marijuana reduced neuropathic pain, while another found it helped patients eat and sleep better, and generally improved their day-to-day mood.2

As with HIV, Alzheimer’s disease has no cure. However, a study by the Scripps Research Institute found that THC (the active ingredient in cannabis) can slow the disease’s progression. By blocking the brain enzyme that produced amyloid plaques, THC slows the rate at which these plaques kill brain cells.1

In a study of 58 patients suffering from arthritis, the use of marijuana derivatives reduced pain and allowed patients to get better sleep. Another study confirmed that cannabis can help treat arthritis by showing that it may help reduce the inflammation associated with the disease.1

The NYU Langone Medical Center conducted tests using marijuana extract to treat adults and children who suffer from epileptic seizures. The result: a 50% reduction in the frequency of certain types of seizures in children and adults alike.2

Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis patients suffer from a variety of debilitating symptoms, including pain, tremors, stiffness, and muscle spasms. While tests have been limited, evidence so far suggests that cannabis can offer some relief from all of these symptoms in both animals and humans.2

Like multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease is a painful condition that causes tremors in the muscles. Studies in Israel have shown that smoking marijuana can have serious benefits for Parkinson’s patients, reducing both the pain and tremors associated with the disease and even improving fine motor skills and the ability to sleep.1

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1. http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/20-medical-benefits-marijuana-you-probably-never-knew.html

2. http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/15/health/marijuana-medical-advances/