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New Research Examines the Impact of Cannabis Use on Women

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Cannabinoids are able to pass through the placenta and through breast milk [2]. Infants that are exposed to cannabinoids before and after birth are at high risk for disruptions to neurodevelopment, particularly a condition called “excitotoxicity.” Men also experience a unique regional distribution of cannabinoid receptor 1.

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Cannabinoids for Tinnitus?

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While animal studies have revealed that cannabinoid receptors likely have a role in modulating auditory signaling, there is no compelling data either from animal or human studies for the use of cannabinoids to alleviate tinnitus.” Cannabinoid drugs: will they relieve or exacerbate tinnitus? And its conclusion? doi:10.1097/WCO.0000000000000631

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Terpene Spotlight: Pinene

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As researchers dive into the depths of the cannabinoid system it is becoming clear that cannabis terpenes are just as vital to a plant’s efficacy as are THC and CBD. When terpenes and cannabinoids interact together, there is a heightened efficacy for medical marijuana patients. Boca Raton: CRC Press; 2010.

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Cannabis for Lupus: Here’s How Cannabinoids Relieve Inflammation

Greencamp

Following this, there is a growing body of evidence which shows that cannabinoids may also inhibit interleukin-6, which is an inflammatory protein associated with autoimmune diseases. Humans and other mammals produce compounds called endocannabinoids (which are coincidentally similar to active compounds found in cannabis— cannabinoids).

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From MMJ to Special K

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According to a 2012 study by University of Bonn scientist Andras Bilkei-Gorzo: “On the cellular level, the cannabinoid system regulates the expression of brain-derived neurotrophic factor and neurogenesis.” When scientists blocked the CB1 cannabinoid receptor, ketamine did not prevent pain. Epub 2010 Nov 7.

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GW suffers major blow as US sinks bid to patent cannabinoids for epilepsy

Cannabis Law Report

British firm GW Pharmaceuticals is licking its wounds after US judges tossed out its attempt to patent multiple cannabinoids for epilepsy treatment following an eight-year battle. The patent, which has been embroiled in dispute since 2010, is for “the use of one or more cannabinoids in the treatment of epilepsy”.

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Can cannabis reduce acid reflux?

The Cannigma

A 2017 review of research surrounding the ECS and the esophagus noted, “The presence of cannabinoid receptors in the esophagus, specifically those affecting [esophageal relaxation], offers a potential therapeutic target for treating GERD.”. Cannabis and acid reflux: the research. THC versus CBD for acid reflux. Does weed help acid reflux?

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