Cannabis
Cannabis is the common name and genus for a few plants used around the world due to their psychoactive properties. Its major component, known as THC, possesses acute benefits but is subject to rapid tolerance. Additionally, nonpsychoactive components like CBD may have chronic benefits. While therapeutic, particularly for pain relief, the plant is not a panacea.
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What it is
Cannabis is the common name and genus for a few plants used around the world due to their psychoactive properties. Its major component, known as THC, possesses acute benefits but is subject to rapid tolerance.
Key findings
- Grade B: Cognition (Multiple Sclerosis (MS))
- Grade B: Appetite (Weight Loss & Maintenance)
- Grade B: Heart Rate (Respiratory Health)
Safety
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ℹ️ Quick Facts: Cannabis
Quick Facts: Cannabis
- Best Evidence:Grade B
- Conditions Studied:43
- Research Outcomes:194
- Grade B Findings:3
- Key Effect:Cancer-Related Pain
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
Best grade per condition (each condition may have multiple outcomes)
Research Citations (85)
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