Medical Benefits of Marijuana There have been many studies showing the medical benefits of marijuana (or cannabis). In fact, marijuana was used for medical purposes many centuries ago. Now, this delicate topic has been and continues to be researched, discussed and viewed from a complete different perspective. Research has shown that marijuana provides a variety of positive health benefits. Before we review the medical benefits of marijuana, let’s take a journey back into history starting from where and when it all began.
The History of Medical Marijuana Ancient Times Back in ancient times, hemp, a type of cannabis plant, was used as an agricultural crop to fabricate clothes and rope due to its high-protein seeds, oil and fiber. Medical cannabis first started in China. Cannabis was called ma (meaning cannabis) or dama (meaning big or great). In ancient China, hemp was used for many purposes such as food and to treat people with ailments. According to a Chinese legend, marijuana tea was prescribed to treat a variety of illnesses including rheumatism, malaria and poor memory. Read More:-