Though recreational use of the drug is still illegal in the U.S., the popularity of the drug for medicinal purposes is on the rise. With more states legalizing medical cannabis each year – currently 17 states and the District of Columbia have passed legislation governing the drug’s use for medical purposes – the substance is increasingly being used to help treat Nausea and Appetite.
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NAUSEA
CB1 receptors and CB2 receptors are two types of receptors that are found in human body that allows us to take in the effects of medical cannabis.
CB1 receptors are primarily found in the brain and spinal cord and CB2 receptors are found on the immune tissues. When coming into contact with cannabis, our body produces molecules (called endocannabinoids) that interact with these CB1 and CB2 receptors which produces the euphoric state that helps to dull our senses to various symptoms.
One common use of medical cannabis is to ease the symptoms of nausea. In trials conducted by National Cancer Institute, two FDA-approved cannabis-based drugs, dronabinol and nabilone, helped to reduce chemotherapy-related nausea and vomiting in cancer patients. When taken orally, the drugs “worked as well as or better than some of the weaker FDA-approved drugs to relieve nausea and vomiting” [source: National Cancer Institute].
APPETITE
Another common use for medicinal cannabis is stimulating appetite. In a clinical trial conducted by the National Cancer Institute, “patients with HIV/AIDS and weight loss found that those who took dronabinol (delta-9-THC) had increased appetite and stopped losing weight compared with patients who took a placebo.” Though, the trial also found that the dronabinol was less effective at increasing the appetite of patients in the advanced stages of cancer than standard treatment methods.
Studies of healthy people performed by the institute indicate that the inhalation of cannabis can lead to an increased consumption of calories, especially in sweet and fatty foods. In addition, many animal studies have proven that inhaling cannabinoids increases food consumption [source: National Cancer Institute].
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1. OG Kush
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OG Kush is a potent high THC strain dubbed for its West Coast origin, is sativa-dominant that delivers stimulating feelings and immediate pain, stress, and nausea relief. With an earthy citrus scent, OG Kush is a solid strain to battle your daytime nausea.
2. Jack Herer
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Jack Herer has gained recognition among patients because of its numerous medical applications. In fact during the mid 1990’s this strain was sold by Dutch pharmacies because it was recognized as a top-shelf medical-grade strain. It’s a potent sativa that will give you a clear-headed and delicious high which is perfect for daytime use. Jack Herer is known for its appetite-inducing benefits as well, which is why it’s also widely used by cancer patients.
3. Lemon Kush
This Lemon Kush indica strain combines Master Kush and Lemon Joy to produce a sweet and citrus aroma. Similar to OG Kush, it has uplifting and energizing effects while keeping you focused. People who suffer from nausea can benefit from its ability to reduce anxious feelings that can exacerbate nausea.
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The Platinum variation of the Girl Scouts Cookies strain amplifies the therapeutic effects of the original strain. This strain is a hybrid of three strains, two (OG Kush and Durban Poison) of which are effective marijuana strains to treat nausea. Girl Scouts Cookies has a fruity sweetness and spiciness scent. This strain is particularly helpful with alleviating mood problems and physical aches and pains.
5. Chemdawg
Chemdawg is popular choice among patients because it delivers fast-acting relief from nausea and vomiting. This strain is recommended for individuals with previous experience using cannabis since it’s pretty potent. Chemdawg delivers a cerebral high together with a heavy-bodied sensation and does a fantastic job of relaxing the entire body without the couchlock.
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