Category: Studies

Study: CBD Blocks HIV Infection Pathways in Immune Cells, Shows Potential as Preventative Therapy

New research published this month in Mucosal Immunology finds that cannabidiol (CBD) may interfere with multiple early-stage processes involved in HIV transmission, including direct infection of key immune cells and viral transfer within mucosal tissue. The study, conducted by researchers from Université Paris Cité, focused on how HIV-1 spreads through mucosal surfaces, where the virus …

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Hemp Compounds Show Promise for Managing Blood Sugar Through Gut-Based Mechanisms

Researchers from Konyang University and the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine report that several compounds derived from hemp seeds may help regulate blood sugar by targeting how glucose is processed in the gut, according to a study published in Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy. The study focused on three naturally occurring compounds—Cannabisin A, Cannabisin B, and Cannabisin …

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Study: CBD May Increase THC Levels in Blood When Cannabis Is Vaporized, Research Finds

A study published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence reports that cannabidiol (CBD) may increase the amount of THC circulating in the bloodstream when the two are inhaled together, potentially altering how cannabis affects users. The study was conducted by researchers from King’s College London and University College London, and examined how CBD influences the pharmacokinetics …

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Study: CBD-Infused Biomimetic Nanoparticles Show Neuroprotective Effects in Stroke Model

A new study published in Molecular Pharmaceutics Journal examines a novel approach to treating ischemic stroke using a cannabidiol (CBD)-based nanoparticle designed to target multiple aspects of the condition’s underlying biology. Researchers from Yantai Institute of Technology, Yantai Center for Food and Drug Control, and Guangxi University developed a multifunctional nanoformulation that combines CBD with …

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Study Finds CBD May Help Relieve Pain in Dogs With Osteoarthritis

A study published in Veterinary Evidence finds that cannabidiol (CBD) oil may provide additional pain relief for dogs with osteoarthritis when used alongside standard treatments. Researchers analyzed four clinical studies examining whether oral CBD supplementation improves pain and mobility outcomes in dogs diagnosed with osteoarthritis. The studies included two randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind crossover trials, along …

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CBD-Infused Hydrogels Show Potential for Treating Chronic Wounds, Study Finds

Published in Current Reviews in Clinical and Experimental Pharmacology, a new review finds that cannabidiol (CBD) may have strong potential in treating chronic wounds when delivered through advanced hydrogel systems designed to improve healing. Researchers from Amity University examined how CBD’s anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial and tissue-repair properties could be harnessed more effectively through “smart” hydrogels—engineered …

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Study: Marijuana Use Linked to Lower Risk of Several Metabolic Conditions

New research published in Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases finds that marijuana use is associated with a modestly reduced risk of several metabolic disorders, with the relationship varying significantly depending on body mass index (BMI). The study was conducted by researchers from Women’s Hospital School of Medicine at Zhejiang University and Taizhou First People’s Hospital, …

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Infrared Spectroscopy Shows High Accuracy in Measuring Cannabinoids in Marijuana Oils, Finds Study

A new study published in Spectrochimica Acta Part A finds that infrared spectroscopy may offer a fast and reliable way to measure cannabinoid levels in marijuana oils, providing a potential alternative to more time-consuming lab testing methods. Conducted by researchers from the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia in Italy and the Federal University of …

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Study: Occasional Prenatal Marijuana Exposure Not Linked to Worse Cognitive Development in Adolescence After Adjusting for Social Factors

A new study published in Alcohol, Clinical & Experimental Research found that occasional prenatal marijuana exposure was not associated with worse cognitive development during adolescence once researchers accounted for socioeconomic and demographic factors. The study was conducted by researchers from the University of Michigan, Medical University of South Carolina and University of Sydney. It used …

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Cannabinoid-Silver Combination Shows Potent Activity Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria, Study Finds

A new study published in the Journal of Applied Microbiology found that a three-part combination involving silver and two non-intoxicating marijuana compounds may significantly boost antibacterial activity against some of the most concerning healthcare-associated pathogens, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The research was conducted by scientists at the University of …

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