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Cannabis Substitution Harm Reduction
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Free
from poisoning the recovery begins
nFreedom from toxicity afforded by cannabis compared with
alcohol is the simple physiologic reality. The problematic biphasic chronic
alcohol inebriation-withdrawal cycle ceases with cannabis substitution. Sleep
and appetite are restored, ability to focus and concentrate is helped, energy
and activity levels are improved, pain and muscle spasms are relieved. Family
and workplace relationships are restored as long term goals replace crises and
apologies. Sobriety through cannabis substitution for some is not unrealistic.
In providing a substitute for alcoholism and other drug habits, cannabis
restores normal physiologic functioning of CNS, GI, hepatic, orthopedic, and
endocrine systems.