While Big Pharma profits from medications with a mile-long list of side effects, cannabis, a natural alternative has been stigmatized for decades. What they don’t want you to know is how effective, affordable, and life-enhancing cannabis can be. Let’s uncover the top seven secrets Big Pharma is keeping under wraps…
Secret 1: “Your Body Has a Built-In System for Cannabis”
Did you know your body has a whole system designed to interact with cannabis? It’s name is the endocannabinoid system (ECS). The ECS helps keep everything in balance, from your mood to your immune system. Most people, even many doctors, aren’t taught about this system, yet it’s crucial for maintaining health.
The ECS has three main parts: endocannabinoids (which are natural compounds similar to cannabis), cannabinoid receptors (like little locks for cannabis compounds to “unlock” benefits), and enzymes that help break down cannabinoids. When we stress, experience pain, or injury, this system jumps into action to help us heal. For many people with chronic issues, cannabis helps where traditional meds fail, offering a safe, natural way to feel better.
Secret 2: “Cannabis Has Fewer Side Effects Than Most Prescription Drugs”
When you see a commercial for prescription drugs, you often endure a long, rapid-fire list of side effects at the end. These side effects could put a horror movie to shame. Ironically, the alarming list often overshadows the condition they’re meant to treat. By contrast, cannabis has almost laughable side effects to most pharma solutions, like minor dry mouth or slight drowsiness. Most people report experiencing few or no issues at all, while rare cases of psychosis or cyclic vomiting are often exaggerated by the media. This raises questions like: who funds those headlines and why are we putting up with the pharmaceutical circus?
For example, study participants said cannabis helps with muscle spasms, pain, and inflammation without draining or making them sick. One person shared, “I’d rather use cannabis because I know it’s safer.” Unlike many prescriptions that can harm your liver, kidneys, or stomach, cannabis is a gentle, effective alternative without wearing down your body.
Secret 3: “Cannabis Is a Safer Alternative for Managing Pain”
The opioid crisis has shown us how dangerous certain pain medications can be. Opioids, while powerful, carry a serious risk of addiction and overdose. Cannabis, on the other hand, has no lethal dose and works with your body naturally to manage pain.
In fact, states where cannabis is legal have seen fewer opioid-related deaths. Many people use cannabis either in place of or alongside opioids, allowing them to reduce their opioid dose or quit them entirely. Imagine a world where people aren’t constantly at risk from their pain meds, but instead use a natural, safe alternative like cannabis.
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Secret 4: “Big Pharma Invests Billions to Keep Cannabis on the Sidelines”
Every year, Big Pharma spends billions on research, development, and—most importantly—lobbying. In 2023 alone, the pharmaceutical industry spent $379 million on lobbying to ensure their drugs remain front and center. New drug development can cost billions, but cannabis is a plant that grows naturally, making it much more affordable to use.
The high costs of pharma drugs often pass on to patients, while cannabis offers an alternative that’s accessible, affordable, and effective. This affordability is a game-changer for people seeking relief without the hefty price tags that come with many pharmaceuticals.
Secret 5: “Cannabis Is FDA-Approved…But Only in Synthetic Form”
Here’s an irony: while natural cannabis remains stigmatized and illegal in many places, Big Pharma profits from synthetic cannabis medications. Drugs like Epidiolex and Marinol are FDA-approved versions of cannabis compounds used for conditions like epilepsy and nausea.
Why does this matter? Because if cannabis compounds work in synthetic drugs, it proves cannabis has real medicinal value. Yet, Big Pharma has found a way to profit by controlling cannabis in its synthetic form, leaving the natural plant out of reach for many.
Secret 6: “Cannabis Can Help Save on Healthcare Costs”
Studies show that in states with medical cannabis laws, healthcare costs are lower. Why? Because people who use cannabis often need fewer prescriptions, fewer hospital visits, and have better health outcomes overall.
Cannabis could be a game-changer for the insurance industry as well. With cannabis, people manage conditions like PTSD, chronic pain, and anxiety more affordably. A study revealed that companies in medical cannabis states saw lower health insurance premiums, saving about $238 per employee per year. Imagine the impact if this became a nationwide standard!
Secret 7: “Cannabis Offers Unique Benefits for Older Adults”
Aging doesn’t have to mean constant discomfort or a cabinet full of pills. Many older adults are finding that cannabis helps manage age-related issues like arthritis, neuropathy, and even sleep disruption. The anti-inflammatory properties of CBD, a compound in cannabis, work wonders for managing joint pain, while low doses of THC can ease nerve pain and improve sleep quality.
Take Mary, for example, a Pharmtrue client who uses a CBD-THC blend to relieve her arthritis pain without the drowsy side effects of typical pain meds. For her, cannabis has meant more energy and freedom to enjoy her day-to-day life—proof that cannabis can help you age gracefully, naturally, and comfortably.
Ready to explore the benefits Big Pharma doesn’t want you to know about? Book a consultation today and discover how cannabis can transform your health. Visit us at Pharmtrue and experience the natural wellness alternative Big Pharma hopes you’ll ignore.