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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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What is CBN (Cannabinol)? How does the natural byproduct of THC work?

The Cannigma

So much attention is placed upon THC and CBD that sometimes the less abundant cannabinoids are forgotten about or not appreciated fully. Long before THC was discovered in the 1940s , CBN was first identified at the turn of the 20th century from a plant that was then known as Indian hemp.

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CBD Market Report

Project CBD

HerbalGram, the acclaimed quarterly journal of the American Botanical Council, recently published its 2021 “Herb Market Report,” which included data on sales of CBD as an herbal ingredient in mainstream and natural retail channels in the United States. E-commerce sales of CBD in the U.S. Consumers spent roughly $31.3

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Is Weed Legal in Japan? Cannabis Legalization Bill Explained

Veriheal

In December of 2023, the country recently made a new move towards reform that could stimulate the cannabidiol (CBD) industry and provide many patients, such as those with epilepsy , with access to potentially life-changing medical treatments. and Europe to treat severe epilepsy, as well as other medical conditions. Is Weed Legal in Japan?

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Unlocking the Potential of CBD: Exploring The Benefits of CBD in Medical Marijuana

MMJ Recs

In recent years, the spotlight on CBD (cannabidiol) within medical marijuana has intensified, with researchers and medical professionals delving deeper into its potential therapeutic benefits. CBD, one of the many cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant, has been garnering attention for its promising effects on various health conditions.

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Scientists weren’t able to kill monkeys with excessive amounts of THC. Here’s why this matters

The Cannigma

The good news first – if you were for whatever reason to give a rhesus monkey a “massive” dose of THC it probably won’t die, though it may become extremely stoned and sit for hours with its head in its hands. Massive doses of THC will kill rats – lots of rats. Hypothermia is a known effect of THC, even in humans.

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Cannabis as a cancer cure: what is the research and where is it going?

The Cannigma

To date, very few human clinical trials have been conducted to assess the effectiveness of THC or CBD in treating cancer. His team is using novel techniques aimed at untangling the complex interactions between specific plant extracts with cancer cancer cells.