Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is a phytocannabinoid that activates the CB1 and CB2 receptors in the body. The CB1 receptors are generally located in the nervous system and they are responsible for the psychoactive effect that THC can cause. The CB2 receptors, on the other hand, are more located in the immune and gastrointestinal systems. They play a major role in minimizing inflammation. One instance where the benefits of THC are obvious is the the treatment of Crohn’s Disease. A recent study published by Meir Medical Center and Sackler Faculty of Medicine found that THC can cause remission of Crohn’s Disease. This is a direct result of its interaction with the CB2 receptor; it minimizes the inflammation Crohn’s Disease causes. In terms of the CB1 receptor, a study performed by the University of Haifa in Israel showed that THC can help minimize the negative effects of stress. Because THC activates the CB1 receptor, it promotes a process called Long Term Potentiation, which improves the ability to learn. It also can help protect spatial memories, due to it’s effect in the hippocampus. THC has been linked to an improvement in symptoms of Tourette’s disorder, Glaucoma, and eating disorders, among others. Learn more: medicaljane/2013/08/07/tetrahydrocannabinol-thc-the-most-popular-cannabinoid/
Posted on: Mon, 15 Dec 2014 08:58:00 +0000
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