Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Why Kush Remains To Be A Controversial Issue

By Jaclyn Hurley


When talk turns to the subject of Cannabis there seems to be as many opinions as speakers. Many people say that it is a harmless herb that is not addictive or harmful. In fact, many people are convinced that it is medicinal and that regular use can help relieve or even cure a host of illnesses. Others disagree strongly. In many countries it is illegal to deal in or even use Cannabis, or Kush as some call it. However, there are countries where it is legal and where it is sold in public places.

Cannabis is indigenous to South and Central Asia. This flowering plant has been used for many different purposes for a very long time. Some plants are specially cultivated to produce a lot of fiber, and are used for the production of hemp, a strong fiber. The plant is also used for medicinal purposes, but, of course, it is its use as a recreational drug that causes the most controversy.

Marijuana has long been used to help patients undergoing chemotherapy to combat the nausea and vomiting that is common with such treatment. Many patients prefer using the Cannabis because many other medicines used for the same purpose causes nasty side effects such as hallucinations and dizziness. One side effect of Marijuana is the fact that it stimulates the appetite and is therefore used with patients suffering from HIV / AIDS.

There can be little doubt that Marijuana is highly effective in relieving pain. Terminally ill patients experiencing chronic pain often use it for relief, but many other patients also use it for the same purpose. In addition, multiple sclerosis patients are given Cannabis to treat the problem of spasticity. Ten different countries have approved Cannabis for use in these circumstances.

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.

Many users prefer to eat or drink their Marijuana. This is especially popular in environments where smoking is not allowed or when in situations where some members of the company will frown upon the use of Cannabis. There are numerous recipes for cookies, muffins and other foods that contain Cannabis. The main disadvantage is that it takes longer to achieve the desired effect.

People have strong opinions regarding Cannabis, either in favor or against. Critics say that it is a dangerous drug that can cause addiction and that will alter the personalities of regular users. Those in favor say that it is a natural herb that is not dangerous but that it actually offer many benefits.




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