With the major tech companies focusing on advancing artificial intelligence (AI), remarkable changes and challenges are right around the corner.  There is all sorts of opportunities over the next few years and it will have a profound change on how some things operate.  Alphabet (Google) CEO Sundar Pichai warns about the impact on society.  We wanted to see what it thought of marijuana, so we asked AI to write an article on cannabis. It whipped this out in seconds.

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Cannabis has been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years, and recent studies have shown that it can provide relief for a variety of conditions. Here are some of the benefits of cannabis supported by verified studies:

1. Chronic pain relief: Cannabis has been found to be effective in treating chronic pain in adults. This is because it contains compounds called cannabinoids, which interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system to reduce pain and inflammation.
2. Nausea and vomiting relief: Cannabis has also been found to be effective in treating chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting¹. This is because cannabinoids can interact with the body’s serotonin receptors to reduce nausea and vomiting.
3. Appetite stimulation: Cannabis has been found to be effective in increasing appetite and decreasing weight loss associated with HIV/AIDS. This is because cannabinoids can interact with the body’s cannabinoid receptors to stimulate appetite.

These are just a few of the benefits of cannabis supported by verified studies. However, it is important to note that claims of effectiveness should be critically evaluated and treated with caution. Additionally, cannabis can have side effects and can be addictive, so it is important to use it under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

If you are interested in learning more about the benefits and risks of cannabis, there are many resources available. The documentary “The Cannabis Question” by NOVA on PBSprovides an in-depth look at the little-known risks and benefits of cannabis³. Additionally, the National Cancer Institute provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of evidence and recommendations for research on cannabis and cannabinoids.

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In conclusion, cannabis has been found to provide relief for a variety of conditions, including chronic pain, nausea and vomiting, and appetite stimulation. However, it is important to use it under the guidance of a healthcare professional and to critically evaluate claims of effectiveness. If you are interested in learning more, there are many resources available, including documentaries and comprehensive overviews of the current state of evidence and recommendations for research.

So AI is a knowledgable about medical marijuana and is open to sharing some fact based information. While AI wrote the article, a live person produced the piece inserting pictures, etc. Time will only tell what is next.