Thursday, March 20, 2014

Why Kush Remains To Be A Controversial Issue

By Jaclyn Hurley


Arguments about Cannabis have always been controversial. Numerous studies have been done to try and verify claims that it is beneficial and even medicinal. Some experts say that it has no value whatsoever whilst others agree with claims that the plant, also known as Kush and many other names, taken in various ways, can offer many benefits. Many countries have banned the use of the plant, but is some countries it is legal and freely available.

Originating in South and Central Asia, Cannabis boasts a host of uses. It is used to produce hemp, a string fiber that is used to produce clothing and a variety of other products. It also has a long history as a medicinal plant that can be used in many different forms and for relieving various ailments. However, most of the controversy surrounding the plant has to do with its use as a recreational drug.

Marijuana is commonly used by patients undergoing chemotherapy. It seems that Cannabis is highly effective in combating the nausea and vomiting that typically attend this invasive therapy. Common prescription medicines cause unpleasant side effects such as dizziness, hallucinations and hypotension. Patients suffering with appetite problems, such as HIV / AIDS sufferers, also use Cannabis to stimulate their appetites. This is a common side effect of Cannabis.

Cannabis is also commonly used for relieving chronic pain, including pain resulting from rheumatism. It is also interesting to note that Marijuana has been approved in ten countries for the treatment of multiple sclerosis. Patients report fast and significant relief from spasticity. A number of studies have found that the use of Cannabis for these patients will not lead to problems with tolerance or addiction.

Hemp has also been used widely as part of the religious ceremonies of various cultures. The Jushi culture, for example, has been using it at least 2700 years ago. Many graves of this period have been found to contain substantial quantities of Marijuana. In modern times, the Rastafarians adamantly persist that they need Cannabis in order to practice their religion.

Marijuana can be consumed in many different ways, although the most common method seems to be smoking or vaporizing. When smoking it, a variety of implements such as bongs or pipes are employed. Some people prefer to role a cigarette, called a joint and others even smoke it by using homemade pipes made from apples or other fruits. Vaporizing the plant and then simply inhaling the fumes have also proved to be popular.

Smoking is not the only way in which to consume Cannabis. It can also be taken orally and in many parts of the world foodstuffs such as muffins and cookies are prepared with Cannabis as an ingredient. The desired effect will not occur as fast as it does when smoking it, but the results will be longer lasting. Many people also prepare an infusion of Marijuana, drinking it as one would drink tea.

It seems that the use of Cannabis will remain a contentious issue for some time. Detractors are adamant that it is a drug that almost certainly leads to other, more dangerous drugs. Others maintain that it is harmless and that it has many positive uses in society. It seems unlikely that these differences of opinion will be solved any time soon.




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