Wednesday, 25 February 2015

Smoking marijuana is 114 times safer than drinking alcohol – study


Smoking marijuana is 114 times safer than drinking alcohol – study
Reuters/Marcos Brindicci
Reuters/Marcos Brindicci
rt.com
As the debate over marijuana legalization continues in the United States, a new study suggests that smoking the controversial plant is about 114 times safer than drinking alcohol.
In fact, alcohol was found to be the deadliest drug on an individual level, at least when it comes to the likelihood of a person dying due to consuming a lethal dose. Heroin and cocaine were the next most deadly substances, followed by tobacco, ecstasy, and meth. Trailing up the rear was marijuana.

10 Surprising Uses for Medical Cannabis

10 Surprising Uses for Medical Cannabis
BY CLAIRE SCIMECA, High Times

Michael Backes specializes in cannabis science and policy issues. His book, Cannabis Pharmacy, offers evidence-based information on using cannabis for ailments and medical conditions. Here are 10 surprising uses for medical cannabis from Cannabis Pharmacy.