A recent study published by the U.S. National Library of Medicine found that patients with cancer who use medical marijuana report substantial improvements in managing symptoms. The study found that although most cancer patients find symptom relief from using medical marijuana, high out-of-pocket costs remain a major barrier, particularly for those already facing financial hardship. …
Category: Cannabis Studies
Peer-reviewed studies covering cannabis and cannabis compounds.
Study: Cannabidiol (CBD) Disrupts Bacterial Cell Walls, Showing Potential as an Antibiotic Alternative
A new study published in the Journal of Proteomics explores the antibacterial properties of cannabidiol (CBD), revealing its potential as an alternative to traditional antibiotics. The research focused on Bacillus licheniformis, Staphylococcus aureus, and Enterococcus faecium, using bacterial inhibition assays, label-free proteomics, and metabolomics to analyze CBD’s effects. The findings indicate that CBD causes significant …
Study: CBD Reshapes Gut Microbiome to Enhance Endurance in Animal Model
A study conducted by Jeonbuk National University Medical School and the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology found that cannabidiol (CBD) enhances endurance exercise in mice by altering the gut microbiome and promoting muscle adaptation. “Cannabidiol (CBD), a nonpsychoactive compound from Cannabis, has various bioactive functions in humans and animals”, states the study, which …
Study: Purified CBD Improved Symptoms in Over 80% of Children With Severe, Treatment-Resistant Autism
A new study published in the journal Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior finds that purified cannabidiol (CBD) may help improve severe, treatment-resistant behavioral symptoms in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The prospective, observational study included 20 pediatric patients with severe ASD who were unresponsive to conventional medications and behavioral interventions. Researchers examined the efficacy and …
Study: Cannabidiol Enhances Bone Marrow Recovery After Radiation Exposure
A study published yesterday by the journal MedComm suggests that cannabidiol (CBD) may play a protective role in bone marrow recovery following acute radiation exposure. Bone marrow, home to hematopoietic stem cells, is highly sensitive to radiation, and severe damage can be fatal. However, there are currently few effective treatments available. The study, conducted by …
Study: Cannabis Essential Oil May Reduce Neuropathic Pain
A new study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology finds that essential oil from Moroccan cannabis may help alleviate peripheral neuropathic pain. Researchers from University Cadi Ayyad in Morocco and Sapienza University in Italy found that daily administration of the oil significantly reduced pain sensitivity and improved functional recovery in an animal model of sciatic nerve …
Study: Hot Air Drying and Glass Jar Curing Preserve Cannabinoids and Improve Hemp Safety
In a new study, researchers at Cornell University have examined how postharvest drying and curing methods impact the cannabinoid content and microbial levels in industrial hemp. Published in the journal Plants, the study analyzed three drying techniques—hot air drying at 75°C, ambient air drying at 25°C, and freeze drying—followed by curing in sealed glass jars …
Study: CBD Nanoemulsion Reversed Autism-Like Behaviors and Prevented Neural Damage in Animal Model
A study published by the U.S. National Library of Medicine shows that cannabidol (CBD) delivered via nanoemulsions may help reduce autism-like behaviors and prevent neural damage in autism. For the study, researchers sought to address CBD’s low oral bioavailability by developing a nanoemulsion formulation using CBD-rich corn oil. The study evaluated the effects of this …
Study: CBD Hydrogel Microneedle Patch “Has Obvious Therapeutic Effects” for Psoriasis Patients
According to the results of a new study, a cannabidiol (CBD) hydrogel microneedle patch may offer significant therapeutic benefits for psoriasis patients. Published in the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, the study found that CBD can inhibit the proliferation of keratinocytes, a key factor in psoriasis progression. Researchers from Kunming Medical University and Central South …
Government-Funded Study Finds Marijuana Stores Reduce Opioid Deaths, But Do Not Increase Suicides or Car Crashes
A large-scale study analyzing over a decade of data from Washington state suggests that a higher density of marijuana retail stores is associated with lower mortality rates from opioid overdoses and accidental poisonings. Published in The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, the study examined county-level mortality data from 2009 to 2020, comparing it …
