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[ad_1] Last Updated: January 30, 2023, 12:26 IST Medical cannabis has been shown to improve sleep quality and treat sleep disorders such as insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless leg syndrome Cannabinoids are known to cause a relaxed and sleepy mood that may help facilitate improved sleep Quality and quantity of sleep are important for health, and recent studies have revealed that irregular sleep patterns and fairly late bedtimes are linked to negative health risks like an increased risk of depression and cardiovascular disorders. Gaagan Goyaal, founder and CEO, Twiee Expect Miracles, says, “Insomnia and sleep problems continue to be a major burden on society despite improvements in pharmaceutical therapy and psychotherapy. Numerous underlying issues causing insomnia can be addressed like irregular sleep patterns, stress, unhealthy eating and lifestyle choices, medical diseases, and mental health issues.” Vijaya, sometimes known as medical cannabis, aids with overcoming suffering and

[ad_1] Hong Kong — A new law criminalizing the possession, consumption and selling of cannabidiol (CBD) came into effect Wednesday in Hong Kong, placing the substance on par with heroin in terms of legal classification. CBD, a non-psychoactive derivative of the cannabis plant, is touted by its users as reducing pain, stress, anxiety and inflammation. Hong Kong authorities, however, have said those claims "lack authoritative scientific proof" and have justified their ban by arguing the products could be converted into the intoxicating compound THC, which was already illegal in the city. Penalties include possible life imprisonment and a fine of up to HK$5 million ($638,000) for importing, exporting or manufacturing CBD, which joins more than 200 other "dangerous drugs" that are prohibited in the territory. Possession or consumption could lead to seven years in prison and a HK$1 million ($128,000) fine.