Marijuana and Alzheimer's Disease
THC (an active ingredient in marijuana) may prevent the progression of Alzheimer's Disease by:
1. preventing the breakdown of acetylcholine, an important neurotransmitter that allows the brain to function, more effectively than commercial drugs, and
2. blocking clumps of protein that can inhibit memory and cognition in Alzheimer's patients.
SOURCE: Scripps Research Institute published in Molecular Pharmaceutics
For more information, please see:
"Marijuana May Stave Off Alzheimer's," MSNBC, 10/10/06
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Published Research
Neuroprotective Effect of Cannabidiol, a non-psychoactive component from Cannabis Sativa, on B-amyloid-induced toxicity in PC12 cells.