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Britain's first cannabis-infused restaurant is to open in bid to change how people view the drug.

The Canna Kitchen in Brighton will be serving legal and non-psychoactive cannabinoids in its dishes such as CBD, CBG and CBN, as well as naturally occurring flavours and fragrances from the cannabis plant itself.

Examples of dishes on offer include Zaa'tar roast cauliflower, hemp heart tabbouleh, smoked aubergine, sesame cavolo nero and CBD tahini cream, and buckwheat and beetroot pancake, roast roots, rocket with CBD cashew cheese.

While CBD is a component of marijuana, by itself it does not cause a high, and has spiked in popularity recently after being linked to a host of benefits.

Although most studies have been on rodents, the oil is said to fight cancer, give pain relief, combat anxiety, have anti-seizure properties, and reduce inflammation as well as many other ailments.

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According to the World Health Organisation, to date there is no evidence of any health problems related to the use of pure CBD.

Sam Evolution, director of The Canna Kitchen, said: "The numerous beneficial properties of the cannabis plant have always inspired me.

"It is one of the most versatile crops in nature, with potential applications in almost every area of our modern life.

"Cannabis is a true gift, and one that if utilised properly could begin to remedy many of the ecological challenges of our time.

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"It also happens to be the most nutritionally complete human food source on the planet, with a host of therapeutic benefits.

"We are seeking to change misconceptions around this plant by introducing it to people in a form they may not have encountered before.

"My team and I are thrilled to be a part of this exciting new concept, and to share the amazing ideas that we have been creating together."

Charlotte Kjaer, head chef of The Canna Kitchen, added: "I enjoy to cook with the seasons and in harmony with nature, a diet rich in seasonal plant based food is not only nutritious for the body, but also beneficial for the planet.

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"I aim to create honest, balanced and vibrant food."

The restaurant's doors will open to the public on December 1.