What is Cannabis Tea, how to make it, and is it really healthy?
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What is Cannabis Tea?
When we talk about Cannabis aka Marijuana, it is often looked down upon as a harmful ingredient that only has side effects. But that's not the truth! Cannabis is now a legal herb in many countries and has many medicinal values. It is rich in various minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants and when served as a tea, it works magical in treating many health ailments. Learn how to make Cannabis tea and its many benefits.
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How to make Cannabis Tea at home
To make this tea, boil 2 cups of water, add 1 gm of cannabis and let it simmer for about 15 minutes. Strain and serve hot with a teaspoon of creamer. As per experts, you can store this tea for up to 5 days in the refrigerator and reheat and enjoy. Also, you may add honey or sugar to enhance the taste. (Image: istock)
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Decreases chronic pain
Cannabis contains an active compound called cannabinoids, that helps decrease all sorts of pain. As per experts, it also helps decrease mental stress and anxiety. (Image: istock)
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Controls nausea
The same compound called cannabinoids helps provide relief from nausea. It has been found that while it controls nausea it also boosts appetite. (Image: istock)
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Beneficial in autoimmune disease treatment
This simple tea is also effective in the treatment of diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome, arthritis, and multiple sclerosis. (Image: istock)
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Other uses of Cannabis
As per experts, apart from tea you can use it in milk for making popular bhang thandai. It is also used as a paste to relieve morning sickness during pregnancy and is a natural treatment for fever and cold. As per reports, in Jamaica, cannabis tea is used to strengthen the body. (Image: istock)
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