The Discovery of the Endocannabinoid System: Centuries in the Making
Researchers shed light on the endocannabinoid system and report how cannabis is helping to provide relief to many with medical problems.... Read More...
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Cannabis Withdrawal Eased For Dependent Users
Researchers report a new drug can help to reduce symptoms of cannabis withdrawal for those with cannabis use disorder. ... Read More...
Vicious Circle Leads to Loss of Brain Cells in Old Age: THC May Help Reverse the Process
A new study reveals how dangerous inflammations in the brain are caused during the aging process. Researchers say failure with the CB1 to control activity of immune cells may result in chronic neuroinflammation. They say it may be possible to break this vicious cycle in the future with drugs that contain THC, which is a powerful CB1 receptor activator.... Read More...
Connection Between Dopamine and Behavior Related to Pain and Fear
Using optogenetics, researchers have identified a causal association between dopamine and avoidance behavior linked to pain and fear.... Read More...
The Coffee Cannabis Connection
Researchers reveal drinking four to eight cups of coffee a day decreases neurotransmitters related to the endocannabinoid system. The study also reports caffeine increases metabolites in the androsteriod system.... Read More...
Breakthrough Discovery in Neurotransmission
Researchers discover the FABP5 protein is key to how endocannibinoids travel from neurons to receptors. ... Read More...
Study Helps Map Signaling System in Brain Linked to ASD
Vanderbilt researchers have mapped a signaling system in the brain that appears to be linked to autism. ... Read More...
Omega-3 Fatty Acids Fight Inflammation via Cannabinoids
A new study in PNAS reveals how the body converts omega 3 fatty acids into endocannabinoids, which can have anti-inflammatory effects.... Read More...
Natural Chemical Helps Brain Adapt to Stress
Researchers report deficiencies of natural cannabinoids could result in a predisposition for developing depression and PTSD. Boosting the system could help in treating stress related disorders.... Read More...
Medical Marijuana’s Underexplored Potential For Helping Opioid Addiction
According to researchers, cannabinoids can reduce cravings and help ease withdrawal for those addicted to opioids.... Read More...
Harnessing Pain Relieving Properties of Cannabis Without Addictive Effects
A new study suggests developing new therapeutics that use cannabinoid receptors to treat chronic pain.... Read More...
This Is Your Brain on Legal Cannabis
While marijuana can initially help with symptoms of anxiety and depression, it can be detrimental to mental health when used long term, a new study reports.... Read More...