With a number of therapeutic benefits but none of the legal restrictions of THC, CBD is quickly becoming a popular health supplement. Even parents are partaking. Taken orally, CBD oil tinctures are the most common formulation on the market. Unfortunately, our bodies don’t metabolize CBD oil very well. Less than 20% of ingested CBD oil … Read more
Some evidence implicates cannabis and its inflammation blocking properties as a possible treatment for Crohn’s, an inflammatory bowel disease. A new study published in the journal Digestive Diseases and Sciences takes a closer look at the relationship between cannabis use and complications from Crohn’s disease. Crohn’s Disease Crohn’s is one type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It … Read more
Alcoholism affects millions of Americans, yet current treatments leave many still struggling to cope. Could CBD offer a more effective treatment for the physical and psychological effects of alcoholism and even aid in addiction recovery? A new review study digs into the research to answer this question. The Great Potential of CBD The fledgling cannabis … Read more
Medical cannabis is becoming more widespread. However, there are few evidence-based resources looking at the effects of all the different available cannabis products. A new study is the first to evaluate the relationship between the type of cannabis product used and real-time symptom relief in patients. The Rise in Popularity of Medical Cannabis With new … Read more
Is there a link between autism and the endocannabinoid system? The research points to yes, but the supporting data in humans is scant. A new study published in the journal Molecular Autism provides more evidence for the theory that the endocannabinoid system plays a causal role in autism spectrum disorder. The Social Effects of Cannabinoids … Read more
Extracting medically useful cannabinoids like THC and CBD from the plant can be costly and inefficient. Now researchers have figured out a way to reverse engineer brewer’s yeast to take sugar and create cannabinoids instead of alcohol. The Trouble with Cannabinoid Production Despite a rocky history, there has been a steadily growing resurgence in interest … Read more
Researchers predict that pancreatic cancer will become the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States by 2030. With an urgent need for novel therapies, a new research review asks whether cannabinoids can be an effective treatment for pancreatic cancer. The Growing Burden of Pancreatic Cancer According to the CDC, cancer was the … Read more
Current research continues to show that cannabidiol (CBD) is a safe and effective therapeutic. CBD can help improve anxiety, pain, and inflammation. In a new study published in the European Journal of Pharmacology, researchers explore the effect of CBD on the inflammatory symptoms of asthma. They show that CBD, via cannabinoid receptors, can improve signs … Read more
Doctors frequently prescribe benzodiazepines for anxiety, insomnia, and seizures. However, their negative side effects often outweigh their usefulness. A new study published in the journal Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research explores the promising possibility of using medical cannabis as a way to reduce benzodiazepine use. Overview of Benzodiazepines The Good Benzodiazepines, commonly referred to as benzos, … Read more
Researchers are continuously searching for novel molecules that mimic the benefits of cannabis but lack its psychoactive effects. A new study published in The Journal Pharmacology, Biochemistry, and Behavior shows that one such molecule can both dampen the effects of THC withdrawal and help protect again NSAID-induced stomach bleeding. Cannabis: Therapeutic Benefits Come With Side … Read more