Issue 12 - From Brain Development to Post-Surgery Recovery: Cannabis Compounds Challenge Conventional Medicine

BudMed Bulletin for 28 November 2024

Your Brain's Endocannabinoid System (ECS) Evolves from Birth to Old Age – Could This Be the Key to Treating Autism, ADHD, and Alzheimer’s? “Overall, cannabis products rich in CBD displayed a higher therapeutic potential for ASD (autism spectrum disorder) children, while cannabis products rich in THC have been tested more for AD (Alzheimer’s disease) therapy.” Source

Long term cannabis use not linked to cognitive decline, study finds. "Men with a lifetime history of cannabis use experience “significantly less cognitive decline” over their lifetimes compared to non-users, according to new research." Source

FDA Clears Phase 2 Trial of Cannabis in PTSD. "In the previous study, high potency THC was the most effective in relieving PTSD symptoms." Source

Discover How Cannabinoids Could Revolutionise Pain Relief for Nerve Damage! “Our analysis of the literature shows that cannabis-based medicines may be effective in treating the pain and symptoms of peripheral neuropathy.” Source

Positive Medical News About Marijuana And Moms. "Federally funded medical research reveals marijuana not tied to autism." "The findings suggest maternal cannabis use during early pregnancy was not associated with child ASD” Source

Surgeons Alert! Cannabis in the OR: Does It Cut Recovery Time? Cannabinoids reduce intestinal motility, gastric acid secretion, and nausea. Cannabinoids improve pain control, reduce inflammation, and increase appetite. Source

Psychosis symptoms found to PRECEDE adolescent cannabis use. “Cannabis initiation did not consistently lead to an increase in psychosis symptoms, providing no significant support for the contributing risk hypothesis.” “An increase in the number of psychosis spectrum symptoms and associated distress leading up to cannabis initiation was observed before cannabis use started,…” Source

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