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Clinical Trial: Whole-Plant Cannabis Extracts Associated with Improved Outcomes in Autistic Patients

NORML

“In this study, we have demonstrated for the first time in a placebo-controlled trial that cannabinoid treatment has the potential to decrease disruptive behaviors associated with ASD, with acceptable tolerability.".

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The Cannabis Cancer Connection

Project CBD

There is a growing body of anecdotal and scientific evidence that the “major cannabinoids” tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), certain “minor cannabinoids” (some without a name), and other cannabis compounds have antineoplastic action against cancer cells. THC binds to two types of cannabinoid receptors, CB1 and CB2.

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Which Terpenes Enhance the Cannabis High?

Project CBD

Ten years ago, most cannabis consumers couldn’t tell a terpene from a cannabinoid. A 2021 study 2 by University of Arizona scientists concluded that certain terpenes are “cannabimimetic” (in a mouse model of cannabis intoxication) and can selectively enhance cannabinoid activity. But today things are different.

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Beta-Caryophyllene: Terpene Powerhouse

Project CBD

Project CBD recently reported on studies indicating that cannabis terpenes — the compounds that give the plant its robust and distinctive smell — activate the CB1 cannabinoid receptor. What’s more, in the presence of THC (also a CB1 agonist), terpenes appear to modulate cannabinoid activity in varied and interesting ways.

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3 Ways Florida Medical Marijuana Can Be Used to Fight Cancer

FloridaMarijuana.net

More than ever, cannabis can aid in the treatment of chronic disease and as a supplement to cancer treatments. Additionally, the NCI recognizes that cannabinoids “may have benefits in the treatment of cancer-related side effects.”. Cannabinoids are extracted from the cannabis plant and an extract oil is created.

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Best Cannabis Disorder Treatment: More Cannabis (Study)

CannaMD

Interestingly, a peer-reviewed study published in Lancet Psychiatry found that a particular cannabinoid in marijuana – cannabidiol (CBD) – effectively treated “moderate” to “severe” cases of cannabis use disorder. Cannabidiol could offer a novel treatment, [and] could help people to quit in an acceptable treatment format.

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How does medical marijuana help patients with Epilepsy?

FloridaMarijuana.net

Cannabinoids are compounds in cannabis that target cells in the body. It is apparent that the benefits can no longer be ignored and proper attribution can be recognized for the use of medical marijuana in the treatment of epilepsy. Speak to your medical marijuana physician if you or someone you love is suffering from epilepsy.

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