In the age of information, the amount of data a person can access on any given subject is staggering. However, there is a volume of misinformation available as well. Of course, we all know about fake news and the dire effects it can have. It can be difficult to tell fact from fiction, even when the information seems to be coming from reliable sources.
For example, did you know that less than 25% of medical schools teach any content surrounding the endocannabinoid system (ECS)? Despite that this system is present in all human anatomy and its effect on nearly every other system in the body, little to nothing is taught about ECS and its benefits. It was discovered in 1993, which is quite recent by some standards. It also has obvious ties to a plant that has 100 years of stigma associated with it and is federally illegal, so it’s no wonder that ECS wouldn’t be taught by schools competing for federal money for other less controversial research.
I do want to be clear: doctors are our friends! I’ve also known many a doctor who have endeavored on their own to look at the titanic amount of studies being conducted on the ECS, phytocannabinoids (e.g. THCTHC is the most famous cannabinoid and is psychoactive. TH... and CBDCBD is a cannabinoid with high medical value. It lessens t... More), and the relationship of the two. The medical professionals studying these systems as a way to continue their education are to be applauded. It is also these medical professionals that I lean on for my information. It’s ok to not just take a doctor’s word for it. It’s ok to challenge with deeper questions.
Healthy doubt will go a long way, so do some research and question what you think you know. We try to sell truth here, good or bad. If you see anything you think is untrue please let us know! In the mean time, here are some more resources to help in deciding fact from fiction.
Further reading:
Americans for Safe Access
Drug Policy Alliance
Healer.com
CannabisDigest.ca