A study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery has found that marijuana use does not significantly impact outcomes in breast reduction surgeries. Conducted by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania and NYU Langone, the study aimed to clarify whether marijuana use might influence surgical outcomes or quality of life (QoL) post-surgery, as marijuana use continues …
Category: Studies
Nov 02 2024
Study Finds 89% of Americans Support Legalizing Supervised Psilocybin Use
A new study published in AJOB Neuroscience reveals that most Americans support psilocybin use under supervision, with broad bipartisan backing for both mental health treatment and general well-being enhancement. Psilocybin, the psychedelic compound found in “magic mushrooms”, remains classified as a Schedule I substance in the U.S., making it illegal for all uses, despite numerous …
Oct 31 2024
Meta-Analysis: Psilocybin Outperforms Traditional Therapies for Depression Relief
According to a newly published meta-analysis, “psilocybin is superior in treating depression compared to established psychotherapy alone used for treating depression.” Published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology, the study was conducted by researchers from Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, and Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, all in Iran. “Due …
Oct 30 2024
CBD Oil Reduces Alzheimer’s Neuropsychiatric Symptoms and Caregiver Distress, Finds Study
A new study from Colombia’s Universidad de Antioquia, published in the peer reviewed journal Medical Cannabis and Cannabinoids, highlights CBD-rich oil as a treatment option for neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). In a two-year prospective study, researchers observed that a majority of patients experienced significant improvements in symptoms and a reduction in caregiver …
Oct 30 2024
Study: THC Inhalation Reduces PTSD Symptoms and Improves Sleep and Mood
A study published in the peer reviewed journal Medical Cannabis and Cannabinoid and e-published by the National Library of Medicine reveals promising findings on the impact of high-THC marijuana on PTSD symptoms. The real-world, observational study examined 58 UK civilians who had prior cannabis experience and a confirmed PTSD diagnosis, with data sourced from the …
Oct 29 2024
Marijuana Compounds Show Promise in Fighting Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria, Study Finds
A new study highlights the potential of cannabis-derived compounds as effective agents against multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacterial infections. The study is being published in the upcoming issue of the European Journal of Microbiology and Immunology, and it was published online ahead of print by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. “The number of human infections with …
Oct 29 2024
Study: Psilocybin Shows Promise as Treatment for OCD and Tourette’s Syndrome
A study, published in Molecular Psychiatry, led by Professor Bernard Lerer from the Department of Psychiatry at the Hadassah—Hebrew University Medical Center shows promising results for using psilocybin as a potential treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and Tourette’s syndrome. The study, titled “Striking Long Term Beneficial Effects of Single Dose Psilocybin and Psychedelic Mushroom Extract in the …
Oct 28 2024
Study: CBD and THC Show Anti-Metastatic Potential in Breast Cancer Cells
Researchers from Lebanese American University and Germany’s University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover have published findings in the journal Scientific Reports indicating that cannabinoids derived from Lebanese cannabis may offer significant anti-cancer properties. Specifically, their study explored how CBD and THC mixtures influence the growth and motility of breast cancer cells in vitro. The research team …
Oct 26 2024
High-CBD Extract Shows Promise in Reducing Inflammatory Response in Asthma Patients
In a new study, researchers have identified high-CBD extract (CBD-X) as a potential game-changer for asthma treatment, especially for patients who find little relief from conventional inhaled corticosteroids. Published in the Journal of Pharmaceuticals, the study reveals how CBD-X could disrupt key inflammatory pathways driving asthma’s chronic symptoms, potentially offering fresh hope to millions worldwide …
Oct 25 2024
Study: CBD and THC Oils Show Antitumor Effects in Canine Prostate Cancer Cells
Researchers at São Paulo State University have demonstrated that cannabis extracts containing cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) can inhibit the growth of canine prostate carcinoma cell lines, potentially offering new avenues for cancer treatment. Published in Veterinary Sciences, the study states that prostate cancer “is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide, even …