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
Autophagy
STUDY: Cannabidiol protects liver from binge alcohol-induced steatosis by mechanisms including inhibition of oxidative stress and increase in autophagy
ABSTRACT: Acute alcohol drinking induces steatosis, and effective prevention of steatosis can protect liver from progressive damage caused by alcohol. Increased oxidative stress has been reported as one mechanism underlying alcohol-induced steatosis. We evaluated whether cannabidiol, which has been reported to function as an antioxidant, can protect the liver from ... Continue Reading