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IBD is more than just "tummy aches." 😖 This chronic inflammatory condition of the GI tract can affect digestion, energy, and often causes pain that seriously impacts patients’ quality of life.

This review examines the use of THC-containing cannabis as a potential treatment option for IBD. Despite the inconclusive results, it shows that more research is still needed to determine its therapeutic use as an effective treatment for inflammatory bowel disease.

The quality of studies like these, and the research behind them is important in gathering more insight into whether cannabis use contributes to clinical remission or may be limited to symptom relief.

Read this review: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s42238-026-00456-2

Effectiveness of THC-containing cannabis for inflammatory bowel disease: a systematic review - Journal of Cannabis Research Background Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) increasingly use cannabis. Studies investigating the effectiveness and safety of cannabis as a therapeutic option for IBD have reported conflicting findings, and recent reviews have not incorporated evidence from real-world studies. This syst...

💊🧠 One of the most common pain relievers might work in a way scientists didn’t fully understand—until now.

A recent CU Anschutz study suggests that acetaminophen may relieve pain by interacting with the body’s endocannabinoid system—a natural system involved in regulating pain and inflammation. Researchers found that changes in the body’s own cannabis‑like molecules were linked to both medication use and how much pain patients reported.

Why does this matter?

Even widely used medications can still hold surprises. Understanding how they actually work could lead to more targeted treatments, better pain management strategies, and new approaches to care—especially for people seeking effective alternatives.

🤔 What do you think is most important for patients to understand about how everyday medications affect the body?

Read the article 👉 https://news.cuanschutz.edu/news-stories/how-does-acetaminophen-work-study-links-pain-relief-to-the-endocannabinoid-system?

How Does Acetaminophen Work? Study Links Pain Relief to the Endocannabinoid System A study of patients with osteoarthritis undergoing knee surgery found a connection between levels of pain, acetaminophen and the endocannabinoid system.

🧠📊 As cannabis policies evolve, scientists are asking an important question: what does the data actually show?

A recent review presented at the American Psychiatric Association meeting found that research on cannabis use and psychosis shows mixed results so far. Some studies suggest higher risk with earlier use or higher‑potency products, while others have not found clear links at the population level.

Why does this matter?

With policies changing across the country, understanding real‑world health impacts is essential. Researchers say there are still key gaps—especially when it comes to age groups, usage patterns, and long‑term outcomes—highlighting the need for more consistent, high‑quality evidence to guide decisions.

🤔 When scientific evidence is still evolving, how should it influence public health policy and personal decision‑making?

Read the article 👉 https://www.medpagetoday.com/meetingcoverage/apa/121404?

Psychosis and Cannabis Legalization: Where's the Evidence? As ma*****na policy shifts nationwide, researchers are tracking possible link to psychosis

🧠📉 The teenage brain is still under construction—and new research is raising important questions.

A recent Scientific American article highlights that cannabis use during adolescence may alter brain development, including changes in the cerebral cortex—an area linked to memory, learning, and decision‑making. Some studies suggest these changes may resemble patterns typically seen with aging.

Why does this matter?

The brain continues developing into the mid‑20s, making this a critical window for growth. Understanding how outside factors can influence that process helps guide education, prevention, and informed decision‑making for teens, families, and communities.

🤔 What role do you think education and awareness should play in helping young people make informed health choices?

Read the article 👉 https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-ma*****na-rewires-the-teenage-brain/

Four ways ma*****na rewires the teenage brain A growing body of research suggests cannabis poses risks to the developing brain

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📢 Join us on May 20th at 11:00 AM MT for the next session in our Cannabis Plant Science and Cultivation Webinar Series with Jacob MacWilliams, Ph.D.

Dr. Jacob MacWiliams is a research scientist in Dr. Punya Nachappa’s lab in the Agricultural Biology Department at Colorado State University. Jacob received his Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of California, Riverside focusing on cowpea aphid resistance in cowpea. In Dr. Nachappa’s lab his focus is investigating the adaptive role of cannabinoids and other secondary metabolites in hemp–insect interactions, specifically with cannabis aphids.

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