Epileptic seizure frequency fell by 86% in kids treated with whole plant medicinal cannabis
Full chemical analysis of the whole plant medicinal cannabis products used is ongoing, but the researchers were able to assess the THC and CBD content.
A plant grown in Nigeria shows potential for epilepsy treatment
Epilepsy is a brain disorder that arises from imbalances of brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. This disorder manifests as recurring seizure, unconsciousness and momentary loss of memory. These events are frequent and unpredictable. This is because the brain cells called neurons either overwork or are unable to balance the release of two chemicals that are vital for […]
CBD Products May Help People With Epilepsy Better Tolerate Anti-Seizure Medication
Artisanal (non-pharmaceutical) cannabidiol (CBD) products have become popular in recent years for their apparent therapeutic effects. CBD—a naturally occurring compound of the cannabis plant legally derived from hemp—is used widely as a naturopathic remedy for a number of health conditions, including epilepsy and seizure disorders. Now, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers, in collaboration with the Realm […]
