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    The species Vigna subterranea belongs to the genus Vigna, and subtribe Phaseolinae, the tribe Phaseoleae, family Papilionaceae or Leguminosae and sub-family Papilionoideae (Baudoin and Mergeai, 2001). In 1980 Bambara groundnut was renamed Vigna subterranea after having been known as Voandzeia subterranea for more than a century (Borget, 1992). In 1763, Linnaeus described it in species Plantarum, and named it Glycine subterranea, in accordance with his system of nomenclature. Du Petit–Thouars…

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    Bryonia Research Paper

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    Bryonia is a vigorous vine in the plant kingdom. It can be found in many species, but white Bryonia is the type of Bryonia that this topic is based on. It is used in homeopathic medicine, yet it is so, so poisonous. It can destroy other plants, yet it isn’t a parasite. Bryonia is a monster during spring and summer, yet is drowsy in the autumn, and sleeps in the winter. This plant is unlike many others in how they live, and what they are used for. Bryonia is a unique plant which helps humans.…

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    Federal Law first prohibited cocaine and heroin in 1914 and then Marijuana in 1937. The United States current annual government expenditure on prohibition enforcement exceeds $33 billion, making 1.5 million arrests per year on drug charges. In Chapter 2, The Economic…

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    smoking is the norm which is not true. For example, Vilma Ortiz Donovan, she used to be a bartender who always dealing with drug, alcohol, etc. She becomes part of criminal acts without realizing that. Perhaps, she was willing to take the chance with the laws. Actually, she was looking for somebody’s love to her, at that time, her behavior was led by the desire of love. Certainly, I was so moved when Vilma Ortiz Donovan mentioned her mother told her “I am proud of you.” ( VOZ speech) and I…

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    Marijuana, one of the most abused drug in society. It's used among many individuals who do not know the effects. There are many who think marijuana is a beneficial drug. To better understand how marijuana’s effects on society, it is important to investigate how it affects young adults, how has it changed through time, and how it affects the human body. To begin with, it is important to investigate how it affects young adults. Many young teens do not know the real effect that…

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    phycological or physical dependence” according to the United States Drug Enforcement Agency (D.E.A.). In the United States of America a total of 23 states, the district of Columbia, and Guam now allow for comprehensive public medical marijuana and cannabis programs. How does this make sense? Medical marijuana has been used for medicine through out past history, from as early as ancient China and Egypt, to still today all over the world. Medical marijuana has more positive effects than…

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    therapeutically. Many different components of Cannabis have benefits of their own, Tetrahydrocannabinol reduces pain along with making relaxation easier to achieve. Scientists have found THC to treat many disorders such as ALS, Alzheimers, Arthritis, Chemotherapy side effects, Crohn 's disease, Chronic pain, Fibromyalgia, HIV related Peripheral Neuropathy, Huntington 's disease, Incontinence, Chronic immune system disorders,…

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    is a green, brown, or gray mixture of dried leaves, stems, seeds, and flowers off the hemp plant. Marijuana is commonly known as Mary Jane, pot, weed, dope, and grass. Although marijuana has many common names its technical name is Cannabis sativa (Laliberte, ). Cannabis sativa has over four hundred chemicals. These chemicals have been identified as a mixture of tetrahydrocannabinol or THC. There are many ways individuals consume marijuana. They have reported to smoking, eating, chewing, or…

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    Cannabis is know to take away the buildup of pressure in the eye. The effects of the Medicine can slow down the progression of the disease and prevent blindness. Medical marijuana has helped with many types of body dysfunctions as was discussed in the paragraphs…

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    Dangers Of Cannabis

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    Cannabis consumption is a growing debate in the United States, and due to medical research, has become one of the most popular topics to talk about. This essay explores both sides of the associated controversial propaganda and is intended to enlighten the community about the dangers of cannabis. At least 50 percent of the government’s involvement in cannabis should be dedicated to help the public understand the important implications and associations of its use, to fund clinical studies for…

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