Pubdate: Sun, 18 Dec 2011
Source: New York Times (NY)
Copyright: 2011 Richard Saslow
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Author: Richard Saslow
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Sunday Dialogue

WHEN MARIJUANA IS USED AS MEDICINE.

Several years ago, I contracted a case of food poisoning. The 
frequent vomiting and diarrhea were unpleasant, but the feeling of 
nausea was the worst effect of all.

In response, I smoked a few puffs of high-quality marijuana. The 
effects of the nausea disappeared after about 30 seconds.

Here's a few assertions of my own: Marijuana is the fastest-acting 
and most effective anti-nausea agent available. Marijuana is no more 
addictive than milk, and the consumption of small quantities is no 
more toxic than milk.

RICHARD SASLOW

Novato, Calif., Dec. 14, 2011
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