Economist Jeffrey Miron of Harvard University calculated that the legalization of cannabis (cannabis seeds) will gain the U.S. government about 5.7 billion per year. More than 300 economists, including three Nobel laureates, have already signed a petition that endorses the conclusions of Miron. In addition, the government would save an additional 4.5 billion if the tax on alcohol and tobacco would also be applies to cannabis. It involves a total of 10.2 billion euros, but that amount is only a fraction of the total U.S. debt (last year the debt reached a height of 1.1 trillion).

Debate
Although economists are not directly calling for legalization of cannabis (marijuana seeds), they hope for an open and honest debate about the benefits of legalization. Policymakers in a U.S. state used the economic argument rather vain. Democrat Tom Ammiano proposed in 2009 a law for the legalisation of cannabis seeds in California. According to him, the government would have gain billions of dollars. The population voted against the bill in 2010.

Increasingly hemp has been used as food. In all cases, there made use of cannabis seeds or oil. Examples of such products are energy bars, bread, biscuits, pasta, chips and wafers. They are sold not only for their appearance or alternative contrarian nature. Hemp has special properties. Further research shows the nutritional value of hemp for humans.

Like other oilseeds marijuana seeds consists primarily of oil (usually around 44%), protein (33%), fiber and carbohydrates (12%, mainly from the shell). Furthermore, hemp seeds contains vitamins, phytosterols and minerals. Hemp oil distinguishes itself from other seed oils, because of its composition, especially the present of fatty acids and proteins that contain all the essential amino acids in the right proportions.

Ideal ratio
Metabolites of omega-6-fatty acids are significantly stimulating infection than that of omega-3-fatty acids. This means that omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids should be consumed in a balanced relationship. Researchers assume that the ideal ratio is around 4:1. Normal seed oil and animal fats contain relatively little omega-3 fatty acids and hence knows our diet is often a ratio of 10:1 or more.

Recent research shows that this imbalance is an important factor in the pathogenesis of many diseases, including heart disease, arthritis, diabetes and skin problems. Various studies show that the correct ratio of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in our diet reduces risk of atherosclerosis, heart attacks and various cancers. In addition, a proper ratio for a reduction of symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, mood improvement and better development of children.

Concentration
In clinical studies, these results are usually achieved by omega-3 supplements. It is better to switch to oils and nuts with a better ratio of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Cannabis Seeds and hemp oil has a ratio of 3:1 or less . Besides this optimum ratio there is also a lack of omega-3 in our diet compensated. No other vegetable oil has a high concentration of essential fatty acids.

Hemp oil also provides significant amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acids, particularly gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and stearidonic acid (SDA). These are not so much essential fatty acids, but our body can only produce these fatty acids from alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and linoleic acid (LA). GLA and SDA supplements seem to relieve the symptoms of eczema and other skin disorders.

Peroxides
Hemp oil contains less than 10% saturated fatty acids, and no trans-fatty acids. These determine the cholesterol in our blood. Hemp oil is not suitable for baking or frying. Then the polyunsaturated fatty acids is in fact converted into unhealthy peroxides. Hemp oil is best used in cold and hot dishes, where the boiling point is not reached. Weed seeds can be lightly toasted and used in bread.

Protein from Cannabis seeds is also of high quality because of the composition of the amino acids and the protein structure. It contains all the essential amino acids and consists of two globular proteins: albumin (33%) and edestin (67%). The structure is similar to that of proteins that are produced in our blood and they can be easily absorbed. Protein from hemp seed is free from substances that suppress absorption of proteins impede or block such as soy.

More than two-thirds of cancer patients who received medical cannabis prescribed it as they were satisfied with the treatment, according to extensive research that is conducted for the first time in Israel. The study was conducted in cooperation with the Israel Cancer Institute conducted at the Sheba Medical Center in Tel Hashomer.

A total of 264 cancer patients has been treated for one year with medical cannabis. Approximately 61 percent of respondents reported a significant improvement in quality of life as a result of medical cannabis (marijuana seeds) and 56 percent could better cope with pain. In general, 67 percent were satisfied with the treatment and 65 percent said they would recommend the treatment to other patients.

Not by the doctor
The findings were presented last month at a conference of Israeli oncologists in Eilat. The study was led by head of the oncology department of the Sheba Medical Center Dr. Ido Wolf. According to the study, medical cannabis (cannabis seeds) is the most commonly prescribed to cancer (21 percent), breast cancer (12 percent) and pancreatic cancer (10 percent). The study shows that 39 percent of participants were not noted by the doctor for the treatment, but by friends, other patients or the media. Dizziness was the only serious side effect according to the researchers.

Regulated
Medical cannabis seeds has become available as a treatment for cancer patients in Israel in recent years and therefore the institute believes that the substance should be regulated by those who are skilled in the art," said director of the Israel Cancer Institute Miri Ziv. The number of users of medical cannabis has increased in recent years by about 66 percent per year. 6,000 Israelis who suffer from various ailments use it.

Plant breeding
Officials from the Israeli Ministry of Health believe that the number of patients treated with medical cannabis can easily rise to 40,000 when fully regulated. Seven of the 12 farms in Israel may grow medical cannabis (cannabis seeds) are currently active, according to the study.