One of the challenges of senior citizens is poor health. No matter how strong or agile you once were, as your age starts increasing, many systems on the body weaken. This is why many people are afraid of old age. Well, if you’re a senior or you are taking care of an elder, maybe your parents, or relatives, there is good news here for you. Perhaps you’ve heard about the health benefits of marijuana but doesn’t know how it affects you. Well, it’s time to join the millions of people who’re enjoying these benefits through Cannabidiol. Yes, CBD has some health benefits for seniors too. 

This non-psychoactive part of marijuana can cure many health conditions without intoxicating the user. There are many forms which are suitable for you or ageing parents, uncles or even friends. You can find CBD as a topical cream, oil vapour, edibles or ingestible tinctures. All these forms of CDB can change the lives of a senior citizen. Gone were the days when people abhorred marijuana because some were abusing it. Nowadays, the oil extract from the plant is changing lives and very important for our ageing population. Check out some of the benefits of Cannabidiol for the seniors.

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Recently the market for CBD (Cannabinoids) has increased! In 2019, the global market is estimated to grow at a faster pace. As this market shows a promising rise, more and more companies are willing to get counted by showcasing their products.

Even a decade back, it was challenging for customers to get all that they wanted online from various brands. Today, everything is available with just a click of the mouse. From e-liquids and beverages and more, you can have it all online. However, more is not always a better option. Here more comes with specific challenges, for the brands and products that are brand new entries. And here the problem is that there are two or more brands for CBD. Similar to other industries, even when it comes to Cannabinoids, there are low and high-quality products and also others that comes between these two extremes. The major problem that exists in the Cannabinoids sector is that not many people are aware of selecting good products from the bad ones.

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Cannabis tinctures are the favorite of every cannabis newbie. These are easy to mix, and you can create a myriad of beverages using them to keep yourself hydrated and healthy all day long. Unlike most cannabis edibles including the cookies and gummies, the tinctures are pure extracts, and they have accelerated onset. Tinctures are the go-to cannabis products for all micro-dosers around the globe. Even the edible enthusiasts are trying out tinctures due to the wide range of DIY food and beverages one can make using the CBD tinctures. 

How should you choose your CBD tincture?

You can choose your tincture depending on your needs. Typically, you have a choice between full spectrum (with THC), broad spectrum and pure CBD extracts. Visit Global Cannabinoids to learn about the different concentrations and compositions of CBD tinctures you can find in the market. The standard tincture composition is oil-based, and you might even find them in lemon, mint and natural (neutral) flavors. Depending on your recipes and plans, you can choose a flavor that will complement the taste of the beverage. For example – if you are thinking of making mint tea with CBD, you might go with the mint flavored CBD tincture.  

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The process of growing cannabis for personal use is a great experience in itself, aside from the fact that it helps you make significant savings on your monthly expenditure on medical marijuana. If you’re growing cannabis for the first time in your home, a small outdoor crop would cost you much less to cultivate than an indoor garden. 

All you really need is a sun-lit backyard, rooftop or balcony and the following tips to set up your first outdoor marijuana garden and grow a quality crop with plenty of yield.

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Over the years, cannabis has outgrown its reputation for being a recreational substance and now is revered as a potent medicinal herb as well. It has two active chemicals that have been scientifically proven to have medicinal value. These are cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). While the former impacts the brain without giving a high, the latter has pain relief properties. Thanks to these compounds, cannabis has the efficacy to treat a wide array of health problems. Here are some surprising facts about the medicinal value of cannabis.

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Many US states have legalized the use of medical marijuana for the treatment of a host of ailments, from chronic pain and severe nausea to HIV-AIDS, Alzheimer’s, PTSD, and even cancer. Each state has its own list of qualifying conditions for which you may buy and use medical cannabis, after obtaining a medical marijuana card.

Here are five medical conditions approved by most US states for treatment with medical cannabis products.

Nausea

Studies have found that THC and CBD reduce vomiting and nausea by binding or interacting with certain receptors in the nervous system. Managing nausea with cannabis or other natural remedy may be a better alternative to popping pills if you get nausea frequently.

Most states that have legalized cannabis for medical treatment have listed severe nausea as one of the qualifying conditions; however, there are minute differences in the way nausea is defined across states. Some require the presence of severe symptoms for allowing marijuana use for nausea.

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