Issue 45 - From Slowing Cancer Growth to Easing MS, Fibromyalgia, Tourette’s, and Epilepsy Symptoms—Could Hemp and CBD Revolutionize Treatment?

BudMed Bulletin for 17/07/2025

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Could Hemp Oils Be a Game-Changer in Fighting Cancer? New Study Reveals Powerful Antioxidant Effects That May Slow Tumor Growth and Boost Treatment!

CBD-rich hemp extracts: Oils from hemp, especially those high in cannabidiol (CBD), show promising effects, such as:Slowing cancer cell growth. Blocking the formation of blood vessels that feed tumors (angiogenesis). Preventing cancer from spreading (metastasis). Encouraging cancer cells to die (apoptosis). Source

New Hope for MS Sufferers!

Cannabis Meds Boost Quality of Life, Ease Anxiety & Sleep Issues By 6 months, there were noticeable improvements in several parts of the MS quality-of-life survey, including overall health changes, thinking and memory, mental well-being, physical health, ability to handle daily roles limited by physical or emotional issues, social interactions, and sexual function (all statistically meaningful). General health scores, anxiety levels, and sleep quality also got better (statistically meaningful). Source

Could cannabis be a game-changer for fibromyalgia?

What did they find? Reviewed 19 studies using different cannabis products (e.g., oils, capsules). Studies measured results in various ways, like pain levels or sleep quality. Generally, cannabis products helped reduce pain, improve sleep, and enhance quality of life. No serious side effects were reported. What’s the takeaway? Medical cannabis products seem to be helpful and safe for managing fibromyalgia symptoms. Source

Could cannabis help teens with Tourette’s?

New study shows significant tic reduction & better quality of life with no serious side effects! Effectiveness: There were signs that the cannabis might help with:Reducing tics (uncontrollable movements or sounds), based on parent and doctor reports (statistically significant, P = 0.003). Improving behavior and emotional issues (statistically significant, P = 0.048). Better quality of life, as reported by parents (P = 0.027) and teens (P = 0.032). Source

Could CBD hold the key to controlling epilepsy?

Brain flexibility issues: Problems with how brain cells adapt (neuronal plasticity) are linked to disorders like epilepsy, but we don’t fully understand how this works. DEC2’s role: A protein called DEC2 controls brain cell activity and epilepsy development by managing a gene called SCN2A, which affects sodium channels in brain cells. Reducing DEC2: Lowering DEC2 levels makes brain cells more excitable and increases communication between them, leading to worse seizures and higher seizure risk. Boosting DEC2: Increasing DEC2 levels calms brain cells and reduces communication, lowering seizure risk and severity. Cannabidiol (CBD) effect: CBD, a compound from cannabis, helps DEC2 further suppress SCN2A, calming brain activity. Big picture: DEC2 is a key player in controlling brain cell behavior in epilepsy, and targeting it could lead to new epilepsy treatments. Source

Starving Cancer? New Study Shows Chemo, Cannabinoids & Fasting Team Up to Fight Colorectal Cancer!

How Cannabinoids Work: They attack cancer cells differently than chemo, which could make the treatment more effective. Relieving Side Effects: Cannabinoids can reduce chemo-related nausea, improve sleep, boost appetite, and act as pain relievers. Starving Cancer Cells: Cancer cells need lots of energy (from sugar/glucose) to grow, using a process called fermentation instead of normal energy production. Calorie Restriction & Fasting: Limiting food or fasting periodically can reduce the sugar available to cancer cells, weakening them. Teamwork for Better Results: Combining chemo (and possibly radiation) with cannabinoids and fasting could work together to kill cancer cells more effectively. Source

Can Cannabis Ease Anxiety & Depression? New Study Shows FAST Relief with THC in Just 3 Months!

Anxiety and depression levels dropped significantly after people started using cannabis. Within 3 months, most people’s symptoms were no longer considered “serious.” Most participants used cannabis with high THC (the part that makes you feel “high”). Right after using cannabis, people reported less anxiety and depression. The effects depended on the dose: 10-15 mg of THC taken by mouth or at least 3 puffs of vaporized cannabis gave the strongest relief from anxiety and depression. Source

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