History of Cannabis in TCM
Cannabis has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for centuries. According to historical records, the Chinese have been using cannabis for medicinal purposes as far back as 2700 BC. The plant was believed to have a wide range of therapeutic properties and was commonly used to treat a variety of conditions such as gout, rheumatism, and malaria. Most mentions of cannabis and its use centered around pain and mental health management. In TCM, the leaves, seeds, and roots of the cannabis plant were used to make different types of medicinal preparations. The leaves were often made into a [...]
