When cannabis seed germination begins, it’s often called “popping.” This process triggers an essential metabolic cycle that begins the vegetative growth of the baby plant.
Cannabis seeds can germinate in several growing mediums, including soil or coco. The best growing medium for the seeds depends on their characteristics and needs.
Weight Management
Cannabis seeds, also known as hemp hearts, are a healthy way to incorporate essential fatty acids into your diet. They are packed with a variety of nutrients, including fatty acids and proteins that aid digestion, balance hormones, and boost metabolism.
In addition, hemp seeds are a great source of antioxidants. They help fight oxidative stress, improve heart health and reduce inflammation.
Some cannabis strains are also known to suppress appetite and promote weight loss. Strains that are high in THCV and low in THC are thought to have this effect.
This is because THCV wrests your appetite away from your usual cravings for sweets and salty snacks. Moreover, THCV may also ward off the munchies while speeding up your metabolism.
Premenstrual Syndrome
Premenstrual syndrome, also known as PMS or premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), is a group of symptoms that usually appear one to two weeks before a woman’s period begins and last a few days after. While most women can cope with these symptoms, a small number suffer from severe and debilitating PMS.
The cause of premenstrual syndrome is not completely understood but fluctuating hormone levels during the menstrual cycle may trigger the symptoms. Fluctuations in serotonin, a brain chemical (neurotransmitter) that’s thought to play a key role in mood states, could also contribute.
Lifestyle changes such as a good diet, exercise and avoidance of caffeine, alcohol and salt can alleviate some of the symptoms. Some women may benefit from supplements of the B vitamins thiamine and riboflavin, calcium and vitamin D.
Heart Disease
Heart disease is a term that refers to a number of conditions that affect the structure or function of your heart. This includes coronary heart disease, high blood pressure, and heart attacks.
Your heart is a large organ that pumps blood to the rest of your body. It has four major parts: the atria, ventricles, and arteries and veins.
A heart attack occurs when a blockage in an artery causes blood flow to stop or slow down. It can be caused by plaque, a blood clot, or both.
Symptoms of heart disease include chest pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, and swelling in your legs or feet. Your doctor can order tests to find out what is causing the problem. They may also recommend a lifestyle change.
Immune System
The immune system consists of a hand (receptor) that assesses other cells’ cellular surface markers to determine whether they are “self” or “non-self.” If it determines that a cell is not self, it tags it with a marker called cytokines.
This triggers a response that tells the immune system that action is necessary. When the body is faced with a new challenge, such as the introduction of a virus or bacterium, the immune system kicks in to defend.
Cannabis seed can help to boost the immune system through its high levels of antioxidants and fatty acids. These nutrients can also prevent inflammation and heart disease by improving blood flow to the heart.
Cancer Prevention
Cancer cells are able to grow and spread in a way that normal cells cannot. They are also able to hide from the immune system and can evade treatment.
Cancer can cause many symptoms that can be difficult to cope with, including pain and nausea. Taking cannabis extracts may help reduce these symptoms and improve quality of life for people with cancer.
The active chemicals in Cannabis are tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). Both can relieve pain, lower inflammation and reduce anxiety without the psychoactive ‘high’ of THC.
Studies show that cannabinoids slow the growth of some types of cancer. They have also been shown to kill cancer cells in the lab.
