Positive Marijuana Research Database
The 2 most popular components of cannabis (marijuana) remain THC and CBD, and it is known that they sometimes have opposing effects, but that could be to your benefit. In this study of 134 cannabis smokers, THC levels were equal, but the levels of CBD varied, and the researchers studied the effect on memory impairment. […]
In recent years, perhaps decades, there has been evidence that growers of cannabis (marijuana) have placed an effort on creating strains which have elevated levels of THC and decreased levels of CBD than were typically found in nature. Additional studies such as this one, have indicated that unwanted psychological effects can occur from the elevated […]
There are many findings that suggest the endocannabinoid system could be a target for improving the symptoms and progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Therefore researchers wish to know the effects of THC, CBD or both on the disease. In the research world, animal models are often used before testing on humans. In this study mice were […]
Medical marijuana (cannabis) is defined as the use of the whole, unprocessed marijuana plant or its extracts for medicinal purposes. Therefore in most medical instances synthetic versions of marijuana are not even considered. However, for educational purposes it might be wise for the patient to be aware of the difference in effects on the body. […]
With the advent of “e-cigarettes” and the legalization of medical marijuana in many states comes the natural debate regarding the safety, efficacy and benefits of smoking marijuana vs. vaporizing it. It’s not entirely clear and settled yet, but here are some points to consider. In an article on JAMA Network Open, (here) a placebo-controlled crossover […]