ABSTRACT: Cannabinoids have emerged as powerful drug candidates for the treatment of inflammatory and autoimmune diseases due to their immunosuppressive properties. While significant clinical and experimental data on the use of cannabinoids as anti-inflammatory agents exist in many autoimmune disease settings, virtually no studies have been performed on their potential role ... Continue Reading
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Scientists Discover How Cannabidiol Promotes Lung Cancer Cell Destruction
In this post from IFL Science, Justin Alford reports how scientists have discovered a novel mechanism of action of cannabidiol against lung cancer cells. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the use of cannabinoids, such as THC and cannabidiol (CBD), as potential anticancer agents. They have yielded promising results in both in vitro (cells in a dish) and in ... Continue Reading