Cancer represents a massive healthcare burden around the world. In 2018, 9.5 million people died from cancer and another 17 million were diagnosed globally. And with an aging population, researchers predict that these numbers will continue to grow over the next few decades. As a result, national healthcare systems are feeling the pressure. Our knowledge … Read more
PTSD is a debilitating psychiatric disorder that affects between 5-10% of the population. For people like combat veterans who were exposed to trauma on a regular basis, the rates of PTSD can be as high as 20 or 30%. Despite the obvious need, there are currently no medications on the market that specifically treat PTSD. … Read more
Is CBD Safe During Pregnancy? Over the past several years, cannabidiol (CBD) has gained a lot of attention as a remedy for many common ailments, such as nausea, anxiety, and insomnia. With an increase in the number of states legalizing marijuana and various social movements normalizing its use, many questions have surfaced regarding the safety … Read more
Chronic diseases like epilepsy can have a big impact on a person’s well-being. A new study published in the journal Epilepsy & Behavior finds that CBD, aside from its antiseizure effects, can also help improve the mood and quality of life for adults with treatment-resistant epilepsy. When Suffering from Epilepsy, Quality of Life Suffers Too … Read more
Huntington’s is a progressive genetic disease. Everyone diagnosed with Huntington’s will eventually succumb to the illness. But what if researchers could slow the onset of this fatal ailment? A new study published in the journal Neuropharmacology shows that modulating the endocannabinoid system can improve symptoms and slow the disease in cell cultures and mice. Huntington’s … Read more
What if we could boost the effects of pain relievers like CBD and ibuprofen by throwing on a playlist? A new study demonstrates that the combo of Mozart’s music and painkillers could represent the future of pain treatment. Pain and Epilepsy: Innovation Required Pain and epilepsy are two neurological conditions. Although they are distinct in … Read more
Many countries are adopting increasingly lenient cannabis legislation. But some worry that as governments pass more liberal policies, more teens will be encouraged to experiment with cannabis. A new study refutes this claim. The War on Drugs: More Harm Than Good It’s been over 40 years since President Richard Nixon declared a “war on drugs.” … Read more
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