A study has found that CBD inflicts programmed cell death in breast cancer cells, leaving the healthy cells unharmed. This post from Reset.Me adds anticancer properties to CBD’s long list of medicinal qualities. Cannabidiol (CBD) — a non-psychoactive phytocannabinoid derived from the cannabis plant — is gaining traction in medical circles and the public eye as increasing ... Continue Reading
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STUDY: Cellular calcium dynamics in lactation and breast cancer: from physiology to pathology
ABSTRACT: Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer mortality in women, estimated at nearly 40,000 deaths and more than 230,000 new cases diagnosed in the U.S. this year alone. One of the defining characteristics of breast cancer is the radiographic presence of microcalcifications. These palpable mineral precipitates are commonly found in the breast after formation ... Continue Reading
STUDY: Enhanced Brain Disposition and Effects of Δ9-Tetrahydrocannabinol in P-Glycoprotein and Breast Cancer Resistance Protein Knockout Mice
ABSTRACT: The ABC transporters P-glycoprotein (P-gp, Abcb1) and breast cancer resistance protein (Bcrp, Abcg2) regulate the CNS disposition of many drugs. The main psychoactive constituent of cannabis Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) has affinity for P-gp and Bcrp, however it is unknown whether these transporters modulate the brain accumulation of THC and its functional effects ... Continue Reading
Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders Disagree Over Changes in Marijuana Laws
Leading Democratic presidential candidates, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders, differ in their stance on federal legalization of marijuana. This post from The Blaze highlights their differing opinions on the reforms to be brought about in marijuana laws. The Democratic primary candidates are disagreeing over changes in marijuana laws as they campaign in South ... Continue Reading
Cannabis Oil May Be the Key to Cure Breast Cancer
Scientists are now proving that CBD-rich cannabis oil has the capability to exert its anti-cancer effects in numerous ways and in a variety of human tissues. This post from The 420 Times raises the hope that breast cancer may respond well to CBD-rich cannabis oil. Breast cancer is a vital health issue that is unfortunately on the rise among women. Evidence shows that ... Continue Reading