Among some of the most frightening things in life is to find out you have cancer. Fortunately, recent studies show that medical marijuana contains compounds that can be used for treating cancer symptoms effectively. It may also be an alternative to the heavy medicines and drugs being used currently, which have many side effects.
Types of Cancers Which Can Be Treated With Medical Marijuana
Medical marijuana in Illinois is said to help with breast cancer, cervical cancer, brain cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, and leukemia. Furthermore, medical marijuana also helps alleviate symptoms, generally experienced by patients undergoing traditional cancer treatment, including vomiting, nausea, and reduced appetite. However, not many people are aware of these medical benefits of marijuana. Rather they are more likely to buy into the stigma associated with its use.
A Unique Healing Compound
Marijuana in Illinois comes from a plant called the ‘hemp’ plant. The buds, the flower, and the leaves of the plant are said to contain a unique chemical healing compound, which is known as ‘cannabinol’. This healing compound has the capability of reducing the risk of cancer and stops the cancer from growing inside the body. Studies show that cannabinol can switch off the gene which is mainly responsible for the metastasis in many of the aggressive forms of cancer.
Marijuana can help in reducing the effect of cancer on your body. However, some say that marijuana can only prevent cancer cells from growing in your body and can certainly not be called a ‘cure’ for cancer.
Illinois Cannabis Coalition 