Study finds cannabigerol effectively reduces anxiety, boosts memory recall
A lesser-known cannabinoid that is gaining in popularity Cannabigerol (CBG) effectively reduced anxiety in a clinical trial without the intoxication typically associated with whole plant cannabis.
View ArticleCalorie reduction doesn't hinder exercise in mice, new research finds
A new UC Riverside study demonstrates that calorie restriction doesn't deter mice from exercising, challenging the belief that dieting drains workout energy.
View ArticleHigh linoleic acid intake during pregnancy may harm fetal growth and raise...
High maternal linoleic acid intake during pregnancy may impact fetal development and increase the risk of obesity and inflammation in offspring. However, more research is needed to fully understand...
View ArticlePrenatal exposure to cannabinoids impacts adult health in rats
Scientists who exposed pregnant rats to a synthetic cannabinoid that activates the same receptors in the brain as marijuana detected effects of the drug on their offspring, such as cardiovascular...
View ArticleStudy questions causal link between cannabis and brain changes
Lifetime cannabis use is associated with several changes in brain structure and function in later life, suggests an observational study, but these associations may not be causal, finds a genetic...
View ArticleCannabinol enhances sleep in rats, study shows
Research by scientists at the University of Sydney has identified a constituent in the cannabis plant that improves sleep.
View ArticleEASI algorithm set to transform forensic drug identification processes
Relief is coming for crime scene investigators and toxicologists who have struggled to accurately and swiftly identify drugs that have been seized by law enforcement and may be relied on as evidence at...
View ArticleStudy links cannabis use to genotoxicity and transgenerational health impacts
Cannabis exposure leads to genetic damage and accelerated aging, raising concerns about its transgenerational health effects and public health implications.
View ArticleBoosting endocannabinoids could reduce opioid addiction risk
Increasing the levels of chemicals naturally produced in the body called endocannabinoids may thwart the highly addictive nature of opioids such as morphine and oxycodone while maintaining the drugs'...
View ArticleTargeting brain enzyme may offer new treatment for obesity
Endocannabinoids in the brain play a key role in food intake and energy use. Modulating the action of these molecules could help fight obesity, say researchers at Université de Montréal's affiliated...
View ArticlePioneering study shows promising results for cognitive treatment in Down...
The ICOD (Improving Condition in Down syndrome) project, a pioneering study in addressing the cognitive difficulties associated with Down syndrome, has demonstrated the safety of treatment with the...
View ArticleUnderstanding the mechanisms behind alcohol-associated liver disease
A newly published review in eGastroenterology compiles recent research on alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD), offering an overview of its pathogenesis and efforts to better understand this condition.
View ArticleCould camembert cheese hold the key to better memory?
Myristamide enhances cognitive function and BDNF in mice, indicating Camembert cheese's potential in combating cognitive decline and supporting brain health.
View ArticleHigh-fat diet linked to impulsive behaviors and brain changes
Researchers examines how a high-fat diet modifies inhibitory control.
View ArticleStudy uncovers mechanism for cognitive improvement in dementia
A University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) study proves that the WIN55.212-2 drug protects the brain and reverses the initial cognitive damage caused by dementia, and explains how it works
View ArticleStudy identifies potential pathway to improve memory in neurodegenerative...
Research spanning more than 20 years has led the UPV/EHU's Neurochemistry and Neurodegeneration group under Dr. Rafael RodrÃguez-Puertas to discover a promising avenue for the development of new...
View ArticleGlobal cannabis boom brings unexpected cardiovascular risks to light
This review examines the cardiovascular risks associated with cannabis, revealing its potential to cause severe heart health issues and inform public policy.
View ArticleStudy shows long-term cannabis use disrupts critical brain processes
Heavy lifetime cannabis use is associated with reduced brain activation in key cognitive regions, particularly during working memory tasks, while recent use may cause temporary cognitive impairments.
View ArticleResearch highlights burden of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome
A new study analyzes the disease burden and the risk factors for severity among people who suffer from a condition called cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome.
View ArticleStudy reveals role of CB1 receptors in resilience to chronic stress
When faced with chronic stress, why do some people develop anxiety and depressive symptoms while others show resilience?
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