Marijuana: benefits and effects of the medicinal plant

Marijuana: benefits and effects of the medicinal plant

Marijuana, also known as marijuana, is obtained from a plant with the scientific name Cannabis sativawhich contains several substances in its composition, including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), with effects such as a feeling of euphoria, relaxation and a feeling of well-being. Some studies show that the use of marijuana promotes several therapeutic benefits and, […]

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Passionflower: what it is for, how to consume it (and side effects)

Passionflower: what it is for, how to consume it (and side effects)

Passionflower is the passion fruit flower, a plant with medicinal properties, which is widely used to relieve stress, combat anxiety and treat insomnia, due to its calming properties, which act on the central nervous system. Furthermore, due to the presence of flavonoids, anthocyanins, alkaloids and amino acids, passionflower can also be used to treat menopause, […]

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Stonebreaker: what it is for, how to make the tea and side effects

Stonebreaker: what it is for, how to make the tea and side effects

The stonebreaker is a medicinal plant of the species Phyllanthus niruri, indicated to prevent the formation of kidney or gallstones, protect the liver or improve constipation, as it is rich in alkaloids, flavonoids, triterpenes and lignins, with diuretic, hepatoprotective, antioxidant and antispasmodic properties. The normally used parts of this medicinal plant, which is also known […]

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Quixaba: what it is for, how to use it and side effects

Quixaba: what it is for, how to use it and side effects

Quixaba is a medicinal plant of the species Sideroxylon Obtusifoliumindicated to help in the treatment of inflammation in the uterus, vaginal discharge, ovarian cyst, skin wounds, or diabetes, as it is rich in triterpenes, steroids, flavonoids and tannins, with anti-inflammatory, healing and hypoglycemic properties. The normally used part of this medicinal plant, which is also […]

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Radula: what it is, what it is for and side effects

Radula: what it is, what it is for and side effects

Radula is a genus of plants that contains around 300 different species, such as Radula marginata your Radula laxiramaeand which appears to have effects similar to those of Cannabisanother plant, popularly known as marijuana, which has a sedative and hallucinogenic effect. While in Cannabisthe substance that has an effect on the brain is tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), […]

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White skirt: What it is for and effects

White skirt: What it is for and effects

White Skirt is a medicinal plant also known as Trumpet or Trumpet Tree, which can be used to help treat heart problems. Its scientific name is Brugmansia suaveolens and can be purchased in natural product stores, compounding pharmacies and in some open-air markets. With this plant it is also possible to produce a hallucinogenic tea, […]

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Vinca: what it is for, how to use it and side effects

Vinca: what it is for, how to use it and side effects

Vinca is a medicinal plant of the species Catharanthus roseus or Vinca roseaalso known as the Boa-Noite plant or Madagascar vinca, indicated to help treat wounds, diabetes or high blood pressure, as it is rich in alkaloids that give it healing, diuretic and antidiabetic properties. Furthermore, vinca alkaloids have anti-cancer action, being widely used in […]

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Valerian: what it is for, how to use it and side effects

Valerian: what it is for, how to use it and side effects

Valerian is a medicinal plant of the species Valeriana officinalisalso known as apothecary valerian or wild valerian, rich in valerenic and isovaleric acids with calming, sedative and relaxing properties, being widely used to treat various health problems, especially insomnia, anxiety and stress. The normally used part of valerian is the root, which can be used […]

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