Looks like weed is indeed the wonder plant that Rastafaris claim it to be. Research carried out on older mice has shown that THC in cannabis improved their learning abilities and memory. After being dosed with THC, older mice displayed similar powers of recollection as younger rodents.
The results of the study have been published in Nature Medicine and the project has been hailed as a prospective breakthrough in understanding how ageing affects the brain. A new study with around a 100 humans is now being planned in order to better understand the effects of THC on the cognitive abilities of those in the age group 60-70 years. The endocannabinoid system of the brain begins to slow down as we age.
This system, which responds to cannabinoids, is associated with memory and moods. Scientists conjecture that if doses of THC can work for mice long in the tooth, then it may hold promise for humans, and may help find cures for dementia.
However, when young mice were dosed with THC, their performances in memory-related tasks faltered. This, researchers aver, is because the THC actually sends the system into hyperdrive.
Of course, this does not mean that all those above 60 should start smoking pot or that you’ll seen be able to get marijuana medications over the counter at pharmacies.
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I feel like it is a good thing that they are setting up a test. I would love to know that I can use cannabis in my later years and keep hold of my memory!
Why are they still testing on mice? Test on monkey damn it!
So…..should I start giving my parents weed?
What is someone is allergic to cannabis? Is there any way to have the benefits without them getting sick?
How many tests will have to be done to prove that is a real thing? I need proof for my mom.
Will this help slow the aging process of dogs too? I would love if my dog was able to live happy and healthy longer.
The studies on mice are so pointless to me.
Wow ? ? ? this is precious time that could be used to study God’s Word, share Jesus ; Such a blessing to make wise choices, smoking ? or the likes ant’t good , our purpose in Jesus is surely greater than this. God’s blessings are abundant there are some we must get in position for, enjoy your day, love ya.
I feel like this was too short. I want more information.
Watered down articles like this leave me wondering if the author knows about this or if they are just relaying information that they themselves have no idea about. shame.
If you want more information why not do some research then share your findings with us here rather than complain that there is not enough information.
I would love to know what comes of the human testing.
When I smoke I feel like I can’t even remember I have hands until I look at them. Is this what you meant by our brain goes into hyperdrive?
Why try to slow the aging process? Everyone has to go sometime. If you smoke smoke because you like it and enjoy the effects not because you want to live longer.