Positive Marijuana Research Database
One of the most detrimental components of experiencing a corona virus infection (such as Covid-19) can be the acute inflammation caused by an over-reactive “cytokine storm”. Clinical reports indicate that this is associated with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). This study found that CBD from marijuana decreases inflammation by decreasing cytokines and may therefore be […]
It is quite natural to have concerns about inhaling smoke into ones lungs, especially when we consider the damaging effects of cigarette smoking. However, smoking cannabis (marijuana) has continued to demonstrate a lack of similar damage when studied. This study evaluated the oxidant material created by macrophages in the air sacs of the lungs, comparing […]
Research on the effects of smoking cannabis (marijuana) and any effects on the lungs continue to show that it does not have the detrimental effects so common from cigarette smoking. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a severe health challenge, and can be evaluated by testing how hard a person can expel air from their lungs, […]
In this population based study of 1,037 individuals, cannabis (marijuana) and tobacco use was reported at ages 18, 21, 26 and 32 yrs. Findings for cumulative marijuana use were better than those who smoke tobacco, and in fact were similar to those who did not smoke tobacco.
As more of the world recognizes the benefits of, and legalizes the use of marijuana (cannabis), concerned individuals and policymakers wonder if using marijuana is associated with poor health outcomes. In this study the authors compared 20 years of marijuana use with a variety of physical health indexes at early midlife. 1,037 individuals were evaluated […]
The authors of this study from the Journal of Thoracic Oncology acknowledge the therapeutic benefit of marijuana (cannabis) for chronic diseases and as an adjunct to cancer treatment, particularly chemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting, and for pain management. They express common medical concern that not enough studies have been done (thank you prohibition) to assess […]
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. […]