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The essential book on CBD as medicine

This practical, accessible guide to using CBD-dominant cannabis contains a wealth of information for both first-time explorers and experienced patients who want to know more about safely treating a number of health conditions with remarkable results and low to no psychoactivity or negative side effects. CBD (cannabidiol) is a component of cannabis that can provide relief for conditions such as seizures, pain, inflammation, anxiety, depression, arthritis, and a number of other issues. This book offers guidance on various forms of the medicine such as oil infusions, alcohol-based tinctures, capsules, and CO2 concentrated extracts. The information is organized by health condition and also by recommended CBD-rich strains, which do not produce the "highs" associated with THC. With dosage suggestions, potential side effects and contraindications, and the pharmacology of the plant, this is an essential guide for both doctors and patients looking for a nontoxic alternative to opiate-based pain medications and other pharmaceuticals.

While cannabis has been used for medicinal and recreational purposes for thousands of years, only in the last fifty years have scientists begun to shed light on the chemistry of the plant and its interactions with the human body. Research has led to the discovery of a whole new system in the body, the endocannabinoid system, which plays a role in mediating functions such as appetite, immunity, mood, pain response, and memory. The authors present case studies, interviews with doctors who prescribe cannabidiol products, and the latest research regarding other active phytocannabinoids and terpenoids present in cannabis that are being studied for medical use. They also address the difference between CBD products derived from industrial hemp or in a lab, versus those made from medical marijuana using the whole plant.

In addition to offering the most up-to-date and comprehensive information on CBD-dominant cannabis therapy for humans, this book is the first to offer guidance for using the medicine for animals, with suggestions for dosage and delivery and useful forms and strains for common health issues in pets. Finally, the authors take a look at the future of cannabis medicine, charting trends in the legalization movement and suggesting how CBD might be used to fight the opioid epidemic.

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ISBN-13:	9781623171834
Publisher:	North Atlantic Books
Publication date:	10/31/2017
Pages:	352
Sales rank:	523,105
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

LEONARD LEINOW has three decades of experience growing and studying medical cannabis and brings a unique spiritual perspective to his work. In 2009, he formed Synergy Wellness, a not-for-profit medical cannabis collective in California. Leinow is known for his proprietary blends of tinctures and medicine used for cancer and epilepsy patients.

Trained as a cultural anthropologist, JULIANA BIRNBAUM has lived and worked in the U.S., Europe, Japan, Nepal, Costa Rica, and Brazil. In 2005, she founded Voices in Solidarity, an initiative that partnered with tribal leaders from the Brazilian Amazon to support the development of the community-led environmental education center featured in her first book, Sustainable [R]evolution.

Acknowledgments xi

How to Best Use This Book xiii

Foreword xv

Introduction xxi

Synergy and Plant Medicine xxv

An Ethnobotany of CBD-Rich Cannabis xxviii

Part I A Patient's Primer on Cannabis and CBD

Chapter 1 Cannabis as Medicine through the Ages 3

A Highly Condensed History of Cannabis 3

The Re-emergence of CBD and Other Cannabinoids as Medicine 9

Chapter 2 The Biology and Chemistry of Cannabis and CBD 13

The Endocannabinoid System 15

Chemistry and Cannabis: A Tour of Its Active Compounds 21

Terpenes 29

Full Spectrum, Whole-Plant Therapy 35

Chapter 3 Ways to Take the Medicine 37

Delivery Methods: To Ingest, Inhale, or Use Topically? 38

Oral and Edible CBD Products 40

Inhalable Products 57

Topical/Transdermal/External Use of CBD Products 53

Pharmaceutical and Synthetic Versions of Cannabis 55

Dosage Guidelines 57

Cautions, Side Effects, and Drug Interactions 67

The Subjective-Intuitive Approach to Medicinal Cannabis 75

Part II CBD for Health Concerns

CBD as Preventative Medicine 80

Chapter 4 Alphabetized List of Health Issues 85

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) 87

Addiction 90

ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) 93

Alzheimer's Disease 97

Antibiotic-Resistant Bacterial Infections 99

Anxiety and Stress 102

Arthritis 103

Asthma 106

Autism Spectrum Disorder 108

Autoimmune Disorders 112

Cancer 114

Concussions, Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries, and Related Syndromes 126

Depression and Mood Disorders 128

Diabetes 130

Eating Disorders (Anorexia, Cachexia, Obesity) 133

Inflammatory Bowel Syndromes and Diseases (IBS and IBD) 136

Migraine 139

Multiple Sclerosis and Spasticity 142

Nausea and Vomiting 145

Neurodegenerative Diseases (Huntington's and Parkinson's) 148

Pain 151

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) 154

Schizophrenia 157

Seizure Disorders 160

Skin Conditions (Including Acne, Dermatitis, Psoriasis) 163

Sleep Disorders (Insomnia, Sleep Apnea) 166

Chapter 5 Women's Health Issues 171

Historical Review 172

Cannabis and the Monthly Cycle: Menstrual Symptoms and Fertility 172

Menopause 174

Cannabis and Maternity 177

Part III Veterinary CBD

Chapter 6 CBD for Animals 183

Animals and the Endocannabinoid System 184

Cautions on the Use of Cannabis to Treat Pets 186

Delivery Methods 186

Choosing a Cannabis Product for Your Pet 187

Accuracy in Labeling 190

CBD from Cannabis versus Hemp 191

Safe and Effective Dosing 192

Biphasic Dosing Curve 192

Dose Calculations 194

The Future of Medical Cannabis for Pets 194

Part IV Varieties of Cannabis

Chapter 7 Understanding Genetics to Match Strain to Condition 197

Cannabis Subspecies: Sativa, Indica, and Ruderalis 199

Industrial Hemp versus Medical Cannabis-Derived CBD 203

Chapter 8 Alphabetized List of High-CBD Strains 207

AC/DC (aka ACDC, Oracle, C-6) 207

Cannatonic (aka Carina Tonic) 209

Canna Tsu (aka Canoa Sue) 211)

CBD Therapy (aka Therapy A) 211

Charlotte's Web 213

Electra 4 214

Harlequin 215

Harle Tsu (aka Harle Sue) 217

Omrita 218

Remedy 219

Jingo's Gift 221

Sour Tsunami II (aka Sour-Tsu, Sour-Sue) 222

Suzy-Q 224

Valentine X 225

Part V The Future Frontier of Cannabis-Based Medicine

Chapter 9 Cannabis as a Tool to Fight the Opioid Epidemic 229

Chapter 10 Political and Legal Trends 233

Chapter 11 What's Next-The Leading Edge of Cannabis-Based Medical Developments 237

Epilogue 243

Endnotes-Exercise: Connecting to the Medicine Intuitively 245

Resource List 293

Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations 295

Index 299

About the Authors 313

About the Contributors 315

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Editorial Reviews

Medical cannabis is revolutionizing the practice of medicine in America. On the forefront of that revolution is CBD: A Patient’s Guide to Medicinal Cannabis, a must-read for health care practitioners and patients alike.”
—Joel Samuels, MD

“In my practice of pain medicine, I have witnessed the positive impact that cannabis can have on chronic pain. It is increasingly evident that it provides a safer alternative to opioids. The breadth and scope of this book is impressive. The historical perspective is most interesting and the technical information deeply informative.”
—Robert Hines, MD, Diplomate, American Board of Pain Medicine; Diplomate, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology; co-founder, Bay Area Pain Medical Associates

“CBD: A Patient’s Guide to Medicinal Cannabis is the most comprehensive publication on the science and therapeutic use of cannabinoids yet produced. It extensively covers the science of cannabinoid chemistry and the endocannabinoid system, and is supported by more than four hundred peer-reviewed research articles. I recommend it for any provider actively prescribing medicinal cannabis formulas.”
—Jeffry L. Anderson, MD

“A magnificent approach to the use of medical cannabis in both humans and pets, not only for caregivers, patients, and their families, but also for skeptical physicians. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in discovering the real power of this millennial medicinal plant.”
—Dr. Gisela Kuester, neurologist and epileptologist, clinical research director at Daya Foundation, Chile

“A clearly written and informative book on a complicated subject. Medical marijuana is not a panacea, and is not a substitute for the extraordinary skills of modern scientific medicine, but as this fine book shows, cannabis in its many forms is now an important part of the Western medical tradition.”
—Dale Pendell, author of Pharmako/Poeia: Plant Powers, Poisons, and Herbcraft

“CBD: A Patient’s Guide to Medicinal Cannabis is a well-written guidebook to one of the most exciting compounds in cannabis medicine today. This book is comprehensive enough to be a useful reference to the layperson and expert alike, on matters relating to CBD as well as cannabis in general. Excellent job!”
—Owen Shibata, MD

“CBD is a hot topic right now, but there’s a tremendous amount of misinformation about how it works. This book clears up the confusion, and gives you expert guidance that could make a profound difference in your life.”
—Max Simon, founder of Green Flower Media

“I love this book. It is both beautiful and practical, grounded in all the right qualities needed to make working with CBD easy and effective.”
—Uwe Blesching PhD, author of Cannabis Health Index

“This book will put patients and doctors on common ground when it comes to CBD. After reading it, patients will be ready to have an informed discussion with their doctor about how to use medical cannabis.”
—Scott Giannotti, founder of Cannabis and Hemp Association

“This comprehensive book combines scientific evidence with practical advice for specific health challenges and preventive measures. I highly recommend this guidebook for people who are considering CBD treatments, and for health care practitioners who want to learn more about CBD for their patients.”
—Sondra Barrett, PhD, author of Secrets of Your Cells: Discovering Your Body’s Inner Intelligence and Ultimate Immunity: Supercharge Your Body's Natural Healing Powers

“A testament to the source of Leonard Leinow’s passionate stewardship of CBD-rich cannabis products, CBD: A Patient’s Guide to Medicinal Cannabis reveals the scope and profundity of this game-changing component of medical marijuana.”
—Laurie Vollen, MD, MPH, founder of Naturally Healing MD

“Leonard Leinow’s powerful advocacy for medicinal cannabis places us squarely on the cusp of accessing what is potentially the most incredibly diverse medicine that comes from one plant. We as individuals, families, therapists, doctors, and vets, need the power of informed choice to use this unparalleled plant appropriately—to heal ailments and save lives, to relieve pain and provide dignity in life passing.”
—Kimberly Call, CCHT, CMT, HHC, author of Morning Rituals—How We Awaken and A Beautiful Passing

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