Interesting facts about cannabis

Interesting facts about cannabis

You can hear a lot of positive and negative information about cannabis. One is true. Another is outright fiction. Want to know the real facts about cannabis? Read the article.

Cannabis is a natural remedy

The benefits of cannabis seeds are due to their rich composition. It contains 18 amino acids important for the functioning of the body, a large amount of protein, minerals and vitamins, which:

• strengthen the immune system and help prevent various diseases;
• promote the production of antibodies to fight bacteria and viruses;
• restore the level of hemoglobin in the blood;
• cleanse the body of toxins and toxins;
• stimulate blood circulation, improve memory.

Eating seeds improves the nervous system, strengthens sleep, normalizes blood sugar. It is useful for weight loss, increased loads. Hemp oil is squeezed from the grains - a dietary product that is well absorbed by the body. After squeezing the oil remains a cake rich in phytin. It strengthens bones, helps with diathesis and anemia.

Terrestrial parts of the plant contain:

• Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Causes a change in consciousness, which is why cannabis is considered a drug.
• Cannabidiol. Calms nerves, relieves pain.
• Cannabinol. Reduces intraocular and blood pressure.
• Cannabichromen. Anesthetic, pharmacological action similar to opioids.

Thus, the harm of cannabis is greatly exaggerated. Even the use of smoking mixtures does not cause physical dependence - only psychological.

Hemp is a boy, a girl, a hermaphrodite

Male cannabis has pollen sacs that spread pollen. The girl blooms with white stigmas, peculiar pistils. The boy plant is usually taller and has less medical value.

Hemp fibers used in the production of fabric differ in strength depending on gender. Women are gentler. They are used for clothes and towels. Strong ropes and ropes make strong ropes and males.

Hermaphrodites produce inflorescences of both species, which allows them to self-pollinate.

Growth rate champion

The first month the plant grows quite slowly, but then the increase in height reaches 4-5 cm daily. During the formation of buds and flowering growth accelerates - 5-8 cm per day.

Thus, in just 4-6 months of the growing season cannabis can grow up to 6 meters in height. However, this requires favorable conditions.

Hemp has been known for thousands of years

In ancient times, they were a popular helper in the household. They made fuel, clothes, ropes, paper. In ancient China it was used for food.

In the Middle Ages in America, cannabis was used to make military uniforms. It was in this form that the Continental Army fought for the independence of the colonies. The first US flag was made of hemp fabric. And since the 18th century, cannabis has been officially used in medicine, although its healing properties were known before our era. 

Today, unique culture is also highly valued. It is used in all industries, even in the automotive and aircraft industries. Textiles for sewing shoes and clothes are made from terrestrial parts of plants. Cannabis can be made into a fast-decomposing plastic, thus solving the problem of environmental pollution.

The Cannabis Cup is the world's largest cannabis festival

It has been held annually since 1987 in Amsterdam during the hemp harvest. At the festival, everyone can try and choose the best varieties of cannabis. The event is actively sponsored by activists fighting for the legalization of marijuana. Contribute to the contribution and sales banks that produce and sell new varieties.

The first Cup was held in a free format. However, in just a few years, the festival turned from a closed conference of growers into a multi-day festival with thousands of visitors. If only four seed banks took part in the first event, in recent years more than 500 producers have been vying for prizes.

Some more interesting facts:

• More than 85% of all hemp is grown indoors. Lighting conditions are provided by special lamps.
• Marijuana is fully legalized in Canada and Uruguay. In America, England, Switzerland, Denmark, Italy and many other countries it can be used for medical purposes. Interestingly, the percentage of its consumption here is lower than in places where cannabis is not legalized.
• In 1941, the famous automotive magnate Henry Ford created a car made of hemp plastic. Impressive: despite its light weight, this case was more resistant to damage compared to conventional metal.
• Cannabis overdose is not possible. Theoretically, death can occur after taking 800 breaths in a short period of time. But in fact, the death will not be from THC poisoning, but suffocation with carbon monoxide.
• Finally: some believe that it is possible to identify ordinary, auto-flowering, feminized grains by their appearance. However, outwardly they differ little. If you do not know how to buy cannabis seeds, contact the store "Lestor Seeds". 

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