Category: Studies

Study: Cannabinoids Show Promise in Treating Periodontal Disease

A study published in the latest issue of the journal Pharmaceutics indicates that cannabinoids may be useful in treating periodontal disease. Titled The Role of Different Types of Cannabinoids in Periodontal Disease: An Integrative Review, the study explores the involvement of cannabinoid receptors in both healthy and inflamed periodontal tissues. In addition to the journal …

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UC San Francisco Seeks Participants for Three Psilocybin Studies

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is actively recruiting participants for three clinical trials exploring the effects of psilocybin on various mental health conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease and depressions/anxiety associated with advanced cancer. The first study, titled “Psilocybin for Depression and Anxiety in Patients With Advanced Cancer“, will investigate the potential of psilocybin to …

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Study Finds Medical Cannabis Improves Quality of Life, Reduces Prescription Use

A new study set to be published in the October 2024 issue of The Journal of Nurse Practitioners finds that medical cannabis can significantly improve the quality of life for patients suffering from anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain. Conducted at a medical cannabis clinic in rural Appalachia, Virginia, by researchers from Old Dominion University, …

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10 Important Psilocybin (Magic Mushroom) Studies Published in 2024

In 2024, a growing body of research has highlighted the potential therapeutic benefits of psilocybin, the psychedelic compound found in “magic mushrooms”. These studies, published in various peer-reviewed journals, have explored psilocybin’s effects on mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and even Alzheimer’s disease, among other ailments. With that in mind, …

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Study: “Psilocybin Appears as a Valuable Treatment for OCD”

A recent study published in Pharmacological Reports by researchers at the Medical University of Warsaw suggests that psilocybin may offer significant benefits in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). OCD is a chronic mental health condition that affects approximately 2% of the population, characterized by persistent and intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that can severely …

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Study of Nearly 10 Million People Finds Marijuana Linked to Improved Outcomes for Heart Attack Patients, Reduced In-Hospital Mortality

According to a study published in the Archives of Medical Sciences: Atherosclerotic Disease, heart attack patients with a history of marijuana use have a lower in-hospital mortality rate compared to those without a history of use. For the study, researchers from various institutions, including the Detroit Medical Center-Wayne State University and the Royal Devon University …

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Study: THC May Mitigate High-Fructose Diet Damage in Small Intestine

According to a new study being published in the upcoming issue of the journal Histochemistry and Cell Biology, researchers have found that THC may counteract the damaging effects of a high-fructose diet on the small intestine. The study, available online ahead of print on the website for the US National Library of Medicine, was conducted …

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Psilocybin Shows Promise as Potential Alzheimer’s Treatment, Study Finds

A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Neuroscience explores the potential of psilocybin as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. “Alzheimer’s disease (AD) stands as a formidable neurodegenerative ailment and a prominent contributor to dementia”, states the study, conducted by researchers from Huazhong University of Science and Technology and Binzhou Medical University Hospital. “The …

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Clinical Trial: Marijuana-Infused Tea Associated With Decreased Pain and Improved Quality of Life in Fibromyalgia Patients

The daily consumption of marijuana-infused tea is associated with a reduction in pain and improvements in overall quality of life for those with fibromyalgia, according to a new study. The study was published in the recent issue of the Journal of Clinical Medicine, as well as being published online by the US National Library of …

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Study Finds Psilocybin Offers Significant Relief for Advanced Cancer Patients

A new study, published in the World Journal of Clinical Oncology, reveals that psilocybin may significantly improve the quality of life for patients with advanced cancer. The study, conducted by researchers from the University of Michigan and the University of New Mexico and published online by the US National Library of Medicine, highlights the compound’s …

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