Hemp, a versatile plant that has numerous industrial applications, is gaining popularity among consumers for its potential health benefits. While there is limited evidence to support the use of hemp for various medical conditions, recent preclinical data suggests that hemp hulls may contain bioactive compounds that can promote digestive wellness. Brightseed, a biosciences and artificial intelligence company, published preclinical data …

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Amyloidosis is a rare condition that affects less than 200,000 people in the United States. The disease can cause significant harm to various organs, including the heart, kidneys, spleen, nervous system, or digestive tract. While there are limited treatment options available for amyloidosis, early research indicates that medical cannabis may be an effective therapy for managing symptoms. Different strains of …

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Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by extreme sensitivity to sunlight and an increased risk of developing skin cancer. Currently, there is no cure for XP and treatment mainly involves avoiding exposure to sunlight through protective clothing and limiting outdoor activities during peak hours. However, recent studies have suggested that medical cannabis may alleviate some of the …

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Alcoholism is a chronic and progressive condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is a disorder that brings about a host of physical, emotional, and behavioral problems that can lead to severe consequences if left untreated. One of the most effective treatment options for alcoholism is medical cannabis, which has been shown to reduce cravings, ease withdrawal …

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Spinal stenosis is a painful condition characterized by back pain, tingling, and numbness in the hands, arms, feet and legs. With current pharmaceutical treatments having their limitations, many individuals have been turning to medical cannabis as a potential form of relief. Cannabis is composed of numerous chemical compounds known as cannabinoids. The two primary ones are Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol …

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Increasingly, medical cannabis is being proposed as a potential treatment option for lymphoma. Lymphoma is a type of cancer that occurs when the lymphatic system fails to properly balance white blood cells, resulting in the individual suffering from diseases such as Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL) and Hodgkin’s lymphoma (HL). The lymphatic system is comprised of various organs, including the lymph nodes, …

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A recent study, published in the JAMA Network Open, has indicated that when THC is combined with CBD in edibles, they produce significantly stronger subjective drug effects and more impairment of cognitive and psychomotor ability than when either is taken alone. This finding supports the ‘entourage’ or ‘ensemble’ effect proposed by Harvard Professor Dr. Lester Grinspoon, among others, which suggests …

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The cannabis industry has led to the discovery of new cannabinoids such as THC-O and THC-P. These two fascinating chemicals are at the forefront of the search for stronger cannabinoids, boasting greater potency than traditional delta-9 THC. However, one is natural while the other is man-made. This article aims to provide an overview of these new cannabinoids, how they work, …

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A recent analysis published in the Journal of the American Medical Association has discredited the notion that legalization promotes adolescent cannabis consumption. The study, which examined federal Youth Risk Behavior Survey data published between 1993-2019 in ten medical or adult-use states, found that the impact of policy change on adolescent cannabis consumption is “statistically indistinguishable from zero.” In fact, the …

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A recent study conducted by Washington State University (WSU) suggests that CBD may impede nicotine metabolism, potentially helping to curb cigarette smoking. The study, called “Inhibition of Nicotine Metabolism by Cannabidiol (CBD) and 7-Hydroxycannabidiol (7-OH-CBD),” used human liver tissue and cell samples to investigate the effects of CBD on nicotine metabolism. Nicotine is the primary addictive substance in tobacco smoke, …

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