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Nature provides us with many healing agents but these are often pushed to the periphery of public knowledge to ensure big pharma profits. | Nature provides us with many healing agents but these are often pushed to the periphery of public knowledge to ensure big pharma profits. | ||
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== Antibiotic blackberries == | == Antibiotic blackberries == | ||
[[File:Ripe,_ripening,_and_green_blackberries.jpg|right|thumb|240px|Ripe, ripening and raw [[w:blackberries|blackberries]]]] | [[File:Ripe,_ripening,_and_green_blackberries.jpg|right|thumb|240px|Ripe, ripening and raw [[w:blackberries|blackberries]]]] | ||
'''[[w:Blackberries|Blackberries]]''' kill antibiotic resistant [[w:staphylococcus aureus|staphylococcus aureus]] bacteria<ref name="PubMed2017BlacberriesAntibiotic"/>. Irish teen awarded prize for discovery.<ref name="blackberries1 | '''[[w:Blackberries|Blackberries]]''' kill antibiotic resistant [[w:staphylococcus aureus|staphylococcus aureus]] bacteria<ref name="PubMed2017BlacberriesAntibiotic">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28270804</ref>. Irish teen awarded prize for discovery.<ref name="blackberries1> https://www.hygiene-in-practice.com/publication/student-discovers-blackberry-antibiotic-for-multi-resistant-pathogens/</ref> | ||
== Antibiotic cannabis leaves == | == Antibiotic cannabis leaves == | ||
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* [https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/lifestyle/2019/08/woman-who-uses-cannabis-to-treat-arthritis-urges-doctors-to-prescribe-to-patients-in-need.html 'Woman who uses cannabis to treat arthritis urges doctors to prescribe to patients in need'] a 2019 article on newshub.co.nz | * [https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/lifestyle/2019/08/woman-who-uses-cannabis-to-treat-arthritis-urges-doctors-to-prescribe-to-patients-in-need.html 'Woman who uses cannabis to treat arthritis urges doctors to prescribe to patients in need'] a 2019 article on newshub.co.nz | ||
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= Cancers = | = Cancers = | ||
== Cancers and cannabis == | == Cancers and cannabis == | ||
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'''See also: [[#Cancers and turmeric|Cancers and turmeric]]''' (intra-article link) | '''See also: [[#Cancers and turmeric|Cancers and turmeric]]''' (intra-article link) | ||
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== Brain cancer == | == Brain cancer == | ||
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* [https://bmccomplementalternmed.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1472-6882-11-129 'Boswellia sacra essential oil induces tumor cell-specific apoptosis and suppresses tumor aggressiveness in cultured human breast cancer cells'], a 2011 in vitro study | * [https://bmccomplementalternmed.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1472-6882-11-129 'Boswellia sacra essential oil induces tumor cell-specific apoptosis and suppresses tumor aggressiveness in cultured human breast cancer cells'], a 2011 in vitro study | ||
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== Cervical cancer == | == Cervical cancer == | ||
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* [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/cancercolorectal.htm Extensive compendium of research about colon cancer and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | * [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/cancercolorectal.htm Extensive compendium of research about colon cancer and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | ||
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== Langerhans cell sarcoma == | == Langerhans cell sarcoma == | ||
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=== Leukemia and cannabis === | === Leukemia and cannabis === | ||
''' Links about | ''' Links about Lympoid and Myeloid leukemia and cannabis''' | ||
* [https://bmccancer.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12885-015-2029-8 Dronabinol (synthetic THC) has preferential antileukemic activity in acute lymphoblastic and myeloid leukemia with lymphoid differentiation patterns] | * [https://bmccancer.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12885-015-2029-8 Dronabinol (synthetic THC) has preferential antileukemic activity in acute lymphoblastic and myeloid leukemia with lymphoid differentiation patterns] | ||
* [http://ar.iiarjournals.org/content/33/10/4373.abstract#corresp-1 Enhancing the Activity of Cannabidiol and Other Cannabinoids In Vitro Through Modifications to Drug Combinations and Treatment Schedules], a 2013 study published in the journal Anticancer Research | * [http://ar.iiarjournals.org/content/33/10/4373.abstract#corresp-1 Enhancing the Activity of Cannabidiol and Other Cannabinoids In Vitro Through Modifications to Drug Combinations and Treatment Schedules], a 2013 study published in the journal Anticancer Research | ||
=== Lymphoid leukemia and cannabis === | === Lymphoid leukemia and cannabis === | ||
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* https://ocgreenrelief.org/medical-marijuana/cannabis-oil-acute-leukemia-2 | * https://ocgreenrelief.org/medical-marijuana/cannabis-oil-acute-leukemia-2 | ||
* http://truemedmd.com/2014/06/cannabis-oil-acute-leukemia/ | * http://truemedmd.com/2014/06/cannabis-oil-acute-leukemia/ | ||
=== Myeloid leukemia and cannabis === | === Myeloid leukemia and cannabis === | ||
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* https://medijane.co.za/disease-index/will-marijuana-cure-cancer/acute-myeloid-leukemia-aml-cannabis/ | * https://medijane.co.za/disease-index/will-marijuana-cure-cancer/acute-myeloid-leukemia-aml-cannabis/ | ||
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== Liver cancer == | == Liver cancer == | ||
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* [https://abcnews.go.com/Health/Healthday/story?id=4506595&page=1 Marijuana Compound May Fight Lung Cancer at abcnews.go.com] | * [https://abcnews.go.com/Health/Healthday/story?id=4506595&page=1 Marijuana Compound May Fight Lung Cancer at abcnews.go.com] | ||
* [https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-6761503/Striking-scans-lung-cancer-patients-tumours-SHRINK-CBD-oil.html Patient taking CBD oil found to have significant shrinking of the tumor] (2019 article) | * [https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-6761503/Striking-scans-lung-cancer-patients-tumours-SHRINK-CBD-oil.html Patient taking CBD oil found to have significant shrinking of the tumor] (2019 article) | ||
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* [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/ovariancancer.htm Extensive compendium of research on ovarian cancer and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | * [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/ovariancancer.htm Extensive compendium of research on ovarian cancer and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | ||
=== Ovarian cancer and frankincense === | === Ovarian cancer and frankincense === | ||
''' Links to articles about frankincense healing '''' | ''' Links to articles about frankincense healing '''' | ||
* [ | * [https://www.healthy-holistic-living.com/frankincense-oil-use/ 'Frankincense oil kills cancer cells while boosting the immune system, studies show'] a 2016 article by Dr. Josh Axe at healthy-holistic-living.com | ||
* [https://www.getholistichealth.com/78078/frankincense-outperform-chemo-killing-ovarian-cancer-cells/ 'Frankincense found to outperform chemo in killing Ovarian Cancer cells'] 2019 popular article on GetHolisticHealth.com | |||
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== Pancreatic cancer == | == Pancreatic cancer == | ||
=== Pancreatic cancer and cannabis === | === Pancreatic cancer and cannabis === | ||
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* [https://www.nature.com/articles/s41388-018-0390-1 'GPR55 signalling promotes proliferation of pancreatic cancer cells and tumour growth in mice, and its inhibition increases effects of gemcitabine'], a 2018 study published in [[w:Oncogene (journal)|Oncogene]]. Forbes.com news item on the study [https://www.forbes.com/sites/daviddisalvo/2018/07/31/study-cbd-from-marijuana-plus-chemotherapy-triples-cancer-survival-rates-in-mice/ 'Study: CBD From Marijuana Plus Chemotherapy Tripled Cancer Survival Rates In Mice'] | * [https://www.nature.com/articles/s41388-018-0390-1 'GPR55 signalling promotes proliferation of pancreatic cancer cells and tumour growth in mice, and its inhibition increases effects of gemcitabine'], a 2018 study published in [[w:Oncogene (journal)|Oncogene]]. Forbes.com news item on the study [https://www.forbes.com/sites/daviddisalvo/2018/07/31/study-cbd-from-marijuana-plus-chemotherapy-triples-cancer-survival-rates-in-mice/ 'Study: CBD From Marijuana Plus Chemotherapy Tripled Cancer Survival Rates In Mice'] | ||
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* [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/cancerprostate.htm Extensive compendium of research on prostate cancer and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | * [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/cancerprostate.htm Extensive compendium of research on prostate cancer and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | ||
* https://cannabishealthradio.com/blog/2017/09/18/episode-217-his-incurable-prostate-cancer-has-been-cleared-with-the-use-of-cannabis-oil/ | * https://cannabishealthradio.com/blog/2017/09/18/episode-217-his-incurable-prostate-cancer-has-been-cleared-with-the-use-of-cannabis-oil/ | ||
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== Skin cancer == | == Skin cancer == | ||
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== Melanoma == | == Melanoma == | ||
=== Melanoma and cannabis === | ==== Melanoma and cannabis ==== | ||
* [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/cancermelanoma.htm Extensive compendium of research on melanoma and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | * [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/cancermelanoma.htm Extensive compendium of research on melanoma and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | ||
* https://herb.co/learn/skin-cancer/ | * https://herb.co/learn/skin-cancer/ | ||
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= Crohn's disease = | = Crohn's disease = | ||
== Crohn's disease and cannabis == | == Crohn's disease and cannabis == | ||
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''' Studies about epilepsies and cannabis''' | ''' Studies about epilepsies and cannabis''' | ||
* [https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnint.2018.00051/full#h3 'Cannabis Therapeutics and the Future of Neurology: Cannabis and Epilepsy], a 2018 article | * [https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnint.2018.00051/full#h3 'Cannabis Therapeutics and the Future of Neurology: Cannabis and Epilepsy], a 2018 article | ||
''' Links about epilepsies and cannabis ''' | ''' Links about epilepsies and cannabis ''' | ||
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* https://herb.co/guides/cbd-oil-psoriasis-eczema/ | * https://herb.co/guides/cbd-oil-psoriasis-eczema/ | ||
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* [https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2018.00420/full 'Emerging Role of (Endo)Cannabinoids in Migraine'], a 2018 mini-review, where they summarize recent discoveries and present new hypotheses on the role of cannabinoids in controlling trigeminal nociceptive system underlying migraine pain. | * [https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2018.00420/full 'Emerging Role of (Endo)Cannabinoids in Migraine'], a 2018 mini-review, where they summarize recent discoveries and present new hypotheses on the role of cannabinoids in controlling trigeminal nociceptive system underlying migraine pain. | ||
* [https://www.jpain.org/article/S1526-5900(19)30848-X/fulltext 'Short- and Long-Term Effects of Cannabis on Headache and Migraine'], a 2019 open access article published in [[w:The Journal of Pain|The Journal of Pain]] of the [[w:American Pain Society|American Pain Society]] placed under [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ CC BY-NC-ND 4.0] | * [https://www.jpain.org/article/S1526-5900(19)30848-X/fulltext 'Short- and Long-Term Effects of Cannabis on Headache and Migraine'], a 2019 open access article published in [[w:The Journal of Pain|The Journal of Pain]] of the [[w:American Pain Society|American Pain Society]] placed under [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ CC BY-NC-ND 4.0] | ||
''' Compediums about migraines and cannabis ''' | ''' Compediums about migraines and cannabis ''' | ||
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* [http://migrainebuds.com/research-articles-on-cannabis-and-migraines/ Abstracts of studies on migraines and medical cannabis at migrainebuds.com] | * [http://migrainebuds.com/research-articles-on-cannabis-and-migraines/ Abstracts of studies on migraines and medical cannabis at migrainebuds.com] | ||
* https://www.rxleaf.com/migraine-relief | * https://www.rxleaf.com/migraine-relief | ||
= Pain = | = Pain = | ||
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* [https://www.rxleaf.com/endocannabinoids-treat-ptsd/ 'PTSD Linked to Pre-Existing Endocannabinoid Deficiency'], a 2019 article at RXLeaf.com | * [https://www.rxleaf.com/endocannabinoids-treat-ptsd/ 'PTSD Linked to Pre-Existing Endocannabinoid Deficiency'], a 2019 article at RXLeaf.com | ||
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= | = Dandelion = | ||
[[File:DandelionFlower.jpg|thumb|right|200px|A dandelion flower]] | |||
'''[[w:Taraxacum|Dandelion]]''' root concentrates found effective against chemo-resistant melanoma and leukemia.<ref name="GetHolisticHealthDandelion2019">https://www.getholistichealth.com/79015/dandelion-root-kill-melanoma-leukemia/</ref> | |||
"Since the commencement of this project, we have been able to successfully assess the effect of a simple water extract of dandelion root in various human cancer cell types, in the lab and we have observed its effectiveness against human [[w:Lymphoid_leukemia#T-cell_leukemias|T cell leukemia]], [[w:chronic myelomonocytic leukemia|chronic myelomonocytic leukemia]], [[w:pancreatic cancer|pancreatic]] and [[w:colon cancer|colon cancer]]s, with no toxicity to non-cancer cells. Furthermore, these efficacy studies have been confirmed in animal models (mice) that have been transplanted with human colon cancer cells."<ref name="DandelionRootProject">http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/</ref> | |||
''' Research centers of medicinal dandelion root ''' | |||
* [http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/ The Dandelion Root Project] at [[w:University of Windsor|University of Windsor]], [[w:Ontario|Ontario]] since 2009 | |||
''' Scientific studies about dandelion root and cancers ''' | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18425335 'Evaluation of aqueous extracts of Taraxacum officinale on growth and invasion of breast and prostate cancer cells'], a 2008 study | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21234313 'The efficacy of dandelion root extract in inducing apoptosis in drug-resistant human melanoma cells.'], a 2010 study | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22647733 'Selective induction of apoptosis and autophagy through treatment with dandelion root extract in human pancreatic cancer cells.'], a 2010 study | |||
''' Summary of known dandelion health benefits ''' | |||
* * https://livelovefruit.com/health-benefits-of-dandelion/ | |||
''' Links about dandelion and cancers ''' | |||
''' | * [https://www.getholistichealth.com/79015/dandelion-root-kill-melanoma-leukemia/ Dandelion root ‘found to kill’ chemo-resistant melanoma and leukemia] a 2019 article at GetHolisticHealth.com | ||
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''' | = Elderberries = | ||
[[File:Sambucus-berries.jpg|thumb|right|240px|Elderberries]] | |||
'''Elderberries''' (or Elder) belong to the genus '''[[w:Sambucus]]''' and may be useful for various kinds of flu. | |||
* https://www.getholistichealth.com/78315/elderberry-eliminate-cold-flu/ lists a few studies that found it effective | |||
* https://nccih.nih.gov/health/euroelder just states that more studies must be done to determine if it helps with flus | |||
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== | = Ginger = | ||
[[File:Ginger Plant vs.jpg|thumb|left|260px|[[w:Ginger|Ginger]] plant]] | |||
'''[[w:Ginger|Ginger]]''' (''Zingiber officinale'') is a [[w:flowering plant|flowering plant]] whose [[w:rhizome|rhizome]], '''ginger root''' or ginger, is widely used as a [[w:spice|spice]] and a [[w:folk medicine|folk medicine]].<ref name=WikipediaGinger2019-11">https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ginger&oldid=925126238</ref> | |||
Ginger is in the [[w:family (taxonomy)|family]] [[w:Zingiberaceae|Zingiberaceae]], which also includes [[w:turmeric|turmeric]] (''Curcuma longa''), [[w:cardamom|cardamom]] (''Elettaria cardamomum''), and [[w:galangal|galangal]].<ref name=WikipediaGinger2019-11"/> | |||
''' Links about ginger ''' | |||
* [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/284103333_Comparison_of_different_drying_methods_on_Chinese_ginger_Zingiberofficinale_Roscoe_Changes_in_volatiles_chemical_profile_antioxidant_properties_and_microstructure 'Comparison of different drying methods on Chinese ginger (Zingiberofficinale Roscoe): Changes in volatiles, chemical profile, antioxidant properties, and microstructure'], a 2015 study | |||
* [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/328491516_6-gingerol_content_of_ginger_Zingiber_officinale_Roscoe_by_different_drying_metthods '6-gingerol content of ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) by different drying methods'], a 2018 study presented at the 2018 International Congress on Botanical research in Tropical Asia | |||
== Chemistry of ginger == | |||
The characteristic fragrance and flavor of ginger result from [[w:volatility (chemistry)|volatile]] [[w:essential oil|oils]] that compose 1-3% of the weight of fresh ginger, primarily consisting of [[w:zingerone|zingerone]], [[w:shogao|l]]s, and [[w:gingerol|gingerol]]s with [6]-gingerol (1-[4'-hydroxy-3'-methoxyphenyl]-5-hydroxy-3-decanone) as the major pungent compound.<ref name="an">{{cite journal|displayauthors=3|vauthors=An K, Zhao D, Wang Z, Wu J, Xu Y, Xiao G|year=2016|title=Comparison of different drying methods on Chinese ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe): Changes in volatiles, chemical profile, antioxidant properties, and microstructure|url=|journal=[[Food Chemistry (journal)|Food Chem.]]|volume=197|issue=Part B|pages=1292–300|doi=10.1016/j.foodchem.2015.11.033|pmid=26675871|via=}}</ref> Zingerone is produced from gingerols during drying, having lower pungency and a spicy-sweet aroma.<ref name=an/> Shagoals are more pungent and have higher antioxidant activity but not found in raw ginger, but is formed from gingerols during heating, storage or via acidity.<ref name=an/><ref name="WikipediaGinger-Chemistry-2019-11">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ginger#Chemistry</ref> | |||
Fresh ginger also contains an enzyme [[w:zingibain|zingibain]] which is a [[w:cysteine protease|cysteine protease]] and has similar properties to [[w:rennet|rennet]].<ref name="WikipediaGinger-Chemistry-2019-11"/> | |||
== Ginger and rheumatoid arthiritis == | |||
{{Q|'''[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]]''' seems to be effective in an animal model of [[w:rheumatoid arthritis|rheumatoid arthritis]].<ref>{{cite journal |last1=Funk |first1=Janet L. |last2=Frye |first2=Jennifer B. |last3=Oyarzo |first3=Janice N. |last4=Timmermann |first4=Barbara N. |title=Comparative Effects of Two Gingerol-Containing Zingiber officinale Extracts on Experimental Rheumatoid Arthritis |journal=Journal of Natural Products |volume=72 |issue=3 |pages=403–7 |year=2009 |pmid=19216559 |pmc=2837120 |doi=10.1021/np8006183}}</ref>|Wikipedia|[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]] and [[w:rheumatoid arthritis|rheumatoid arthritis]] as of 2019-11|Wikipedia|[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]] and [[w:rheumatoid arthritis|rheumatoid arthritis]] as of 2019-11}} | |||
== Ginger and cancers == | |||
{{Q|Gingerol and its analogues have a favourable [[w:toxicity|toxicity]] profile, but are [[w:Cytotoxicity|cytotoxic]] towards a range of cancer cell lines including [[w:Leukemia|blood cancer]] and [[w:lung cancer|lung cancer]].<ref>{{cite journal | pmid = 26228533 | doi=10.1016/j.phytochem.2015.07.012 | volume=117 | title=Gingerols and shogaols: Important nutraceutical principles from ginger | journal=Phytochemistry | pages=554–68 | last1 = Semwal | first1 = RB | last2 = Semwal | first2 = DK | last3 = Combrinck | first3 = S | last4 = Viljoen | first4 = AM}}</ref>|Wikipedia|[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]] and [[w:Leukemia|blood cancer]] and [[w:lung cancer|lung cancer]] as of 2019-11}} | |||
[[ | {{Q|Gingerol has been investigated [[w:in vitro]] for its effect on cancerous tumors of the bowel,<ref>{{cite news |url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/3221547.stm |date=October 29, 2003 |title=Ginger 'could halt bowel cancer' |publisher=[[w:BBC News]]}}</ref><ref>{{cite journal |last1=Jeong |first1=C.-H. |last2=Bode |first2=A. M. |last3=Pugliese |first3=A. |last4=Cho |first4=Y.-Y. |last5=Kim |first5=H.-G. |last6=Shim |first6=J.-H. |last7=Jeon |first7=Y.-J. |last8=Li |first8=H. |last9=Jiang |first9=H. |last10=Dong |first10=Z. |title=[6]-Gingerol Suppresses Colon Cancer Growth by Targeting Leukotriene A4 Hydrolase |journal=Cancer Research |volume=69 |issue=13 |pages=5584–91 |year=2009 |pmid=19531649 |doi=10.1158/0008-5472.CAN-09-0491|display-authors=8 }}</ref> breast tissue,<ref>{{cite journal |last1=Lee |first1=H |last2=Seo |first2=E |last3=Kang |first3=N |last4=Kim |first4=W |title=[6]-Gingerol inhibits metastasis of MDA-MB-231 human breast cancer cells |journal=The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry |volume=19 |issue=5 |pages=313–9 |year=2008 |pmid=17683926 |doi=10.1016/j.jnutbio.2007.05.008}}</ref> ovaries,<ref>{{cite journal |last1=Rhode |first1=Jennifer |last2=Fogoros |first2=Sarah |last3=Zick |first3=Suzanna |last4=Wahl |first4=Heather |last5=Griffith |first5=Kent A |last6=Huang |first6=Jennifer |last7=Liu |first7=J Rebecca |title=Ginger inhibits cell growth and modulates angiogenic factors in ovarian cancer cells |journal=BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine |volume=7 |pages=44 |year=2007 |pmid=18096028 |pmc=2241638 |doi=10.1186/1472-6882-7-44}}</ref> and pancreas,<ref>{{cite journal |last1=Park |first1=Yon Jung |last2=Wen |first2=Jing |last3=Bang |first3=Seungmin |last4=Park |first4=Seung Woo |last5=Song |first5=Si Young |title=[6]-Gingerol Induces Cell Cycle Arrest and Cell Death of Mutant p53-expressing Pancreatic Cancer Cells |journal=Yonsei Medical Journal |volume=47 |issue=5 |pages=688–97 |year=2006 |pmid=17066513 |pmc=2687755 |doi=10.3349/ymj.2006.47.5.688}}</ref> with positive results.|Wikipedia|[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]] as of 2019-11}} | ||
[[File:Gingembre.jpg|thumb|right|260px|Ginger [[w:rhizome|rhizome]] (root)]] | |||
[https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-benefits-of-ginger 11 health benefits of ginger at healthline.com (with sources)] | |||
# [[w:Ginger|Ginger]] contains [[w:Gingerol]], a substance with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.<ref name="healthline-ginger2017">https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-benefits-of-ginger</ref> | |||
# Ginger can treat many forms of nausea, especially morning sickness and chemo-induced nausea<ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger may reduce muscle pain and soreness <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger can help with [[w:osteoarthritis]] <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger may lower blood sugars <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger can help treat chronic indigestion <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger powder may significantly reduce menstrual pain <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger may lower cholesterol levels <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger contains gingerol, which may help to prevent cancers <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger may improve brain functioning and protect against Alzheimer's disease <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Gingerol can help lower risk of infections <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
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= Pineapple = | |||
[[File:Nanas subang.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Pineapple is effective cough medicine due to its [[w:Bromelain|Bromelain]] content.]] | |||
' | [[w:Pineapple|Pineapple]] fruit and it's stem contain [[w:Bromelain|Bromelain]], an enzyme with anti-cough properties. | ||
In vitro and in vivo studies demonstrate that bromelain exhibits various [[w:Fibrinolysis|fibrinolytic]], [[w:Edema|antiedematous]], [[w:Thrombosis|antithrombotic]], and [[w:anti-inflammatory|anti-inflammatory]] activities.<ref name="Bromelain1">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3529416/</ref> Bromelain accounts for many therapeutic benefits like the treatment of [[w:angina pectoris|angina pectoris]], [[w:bronchitis|bronchitis]], [[w:sinusitis|sinusitis]], surgical trauma, and [[w:thrombophlebitis|thrombophlebitis]], [[w:debridement|debridement]] of wounds, and enhanced [[w:Absorption (pharmacology)|absorption of drugs]], particularly [[w:antibiotics|antibiotics]].<ref name="Bromelain1"/> | |||
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= Spirulina = | |||
[[File:Spira400xwetcr.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Spirulina powder at 400X, wet mount.]] | |||
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[[ | '''[[w:Spirulina (dietary supplement)|Spirulina]]''' is a [[w:biomass|biomass]] of [[w:cyanobacteri|a]] (blue-green algae) that can be consumed by humans and other animals. The two species are ''[[w:Arthrospira| Arthrospira platensis]]'' and ''A. maxima''. ( Wikipedia ) | ||
Spirulina is extremely high in protein, contains an almost perfect balance of Omega-3 to Omega-6, and is rich in the following minerals: iron, copper, calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorous, selenium and zinc. It also contains high levels of vitamin A, C, E, K, B6, folate, niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin and thiamin. <ref name="LiveLoveFruitSpirulina">https://livelovefruit.com/top-spirulina-benefits/</ref> | |||
Spirulina has been found to help against <ref name="LiveLoveFruitSpirulina"/> | |||
* [[w:HIV/AIDS|HIV/AIDS]] | |||
* Beneficial for [[w:Type 2 Diabetes|Type 2 Diabetes]] by regulating [[w:blood sugar levels|blood sugar levels]] and helping with [[w:blood lipids]] composition | |||
* [[w:Candida (fungus)|Candida]] | |||
* Cancers because of its high C-[[w:phycocyanin|phycocyanin]], a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory substance and anti-cancer properties | |||
* Binding to [[w:heavy metals]] and therefore aiding in their removal | |||
* Heart disease | |||
* [[w:Allergy|Allergies]] | |||
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''' | = Stevia = | ||
[[File:Stevia plant.jpg|thumb|left|upright|''[[w:Stevia rebaudiana|Stevia rebaudiana]]'']] | |||
'''[[W:Stevia|Stevia]]''' is a sweetener and sugar substitute extracted from the leaves of the plant species [[w:Stevia rebaudiana|Stevia rebaudiana]], native to Brazil and Paraguay. | |||
== Stevia and Lyme disease == | |||
Lyme disease also known as Lyme borreliosis, is an infectious disease caused by a bacterium named ''[[w:Borrelia|Borrelia]]'' spread by [[w:ticks|ticks]]. | |||
Stevia works against the [[w:Lyme disease|Lyme disease]].<ref>https://www.healthspiritbody.com/lyme-disease-treatment/</ref> | |||
'''Links about stevia and Lyme disease''' | |||
* https://www.healthspiritbody.com/lyme-disease-treatment/ | |||
* https://livelovefruit.com/stevia-kills-lyme-disease/ | |||
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= Tea = | |||
* http://www.nursingdegree.net/blog/18/33-health-benefits-of-drinking-tea/ | |||
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= Turmeric = | |||
[[File:Curcuma_longa201608JAPAN.jpg|thumb|200px|[[w:Turmeric|Turmeric]] (Curcuma Longa) of genus [[w:Curcuma|Curcuma]].]] | |||
[[File:Curcuma_longa_roots.jpg|thumb|left|240px|Turmeric, used as spice, medicine and dye is made of ground roots of Curcuma Longa.]] | |||
'''[[w:Turmeric|Turmeric]]''' contains [[w:curcumin|curcumin]], a [[w:curcuminoid|curcuminoid]]. | |||
''' Studies regarding turmeric ''' | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23146777 'Curcumin ingestion and exercise training improve vascular endothelial function in postmenopausal women.'], a 2012 study. + [https://livelovefruit.com/turmeric-juice-equivalent-to-60-minutes-exercise/ LiveLoveFruit.com reporting on the study] | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4359932/ 'Attenuation of Morphine Withdrawal Syndrome by Various Dosages of Curcumin in Comparison with Clonidine in Mouse: Possible Mechanism'] , a 2015 study | |||
== Cancers and turmeric == | |||
Curcumin has been found to have anti-cancer properties. Curcumin interferes with cancer via multiple [[w:cell signaling|cell signaling]] pathways, including [[w:cell cycle|cell cycle]], [[w:apoptosis|apoptosis]], proliferation, survival, invasion, [[w:angiogenesis|angiogenesis]], [[w:metastasis|metastasis]] and [[w:inflammation|inflammation]]<ref>https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0304383508002310</ref>. | |||
* [https://link.springer.com/article/10.1208/s12248-009-9128-x Study: Curcumin and Cancer Cells: How Many Ways Can Curry Kill Tumor Cells Selectively?] | |||
* [https:// | * [http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/treatment/complementary-alternative-therapies/individual-therapies/turmeric General info: Turmeric and cancers article by Cancer Research UK] | ||
* [http://www. | |||
'''See also: [[#Cancers and cannabis|Cancers and cannabis]]''' (intra-article link) | |||
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= Cannabis = | |||
'''Cannabis''' is the oldest and most versatile medicine known to humankind. | |||
'''[[w:Cannabis sativa|Cannabis sativa]]''' and '''[[w:Cannabis indica|Cannabis indica]]''' are the main cannabis variants though most strains are mixes of these. A third cannabis line is the '''[[w:Cannabis ruderalis|Cannabis ruderalis]]''', a rugged northern cannabis that has adapted to flower even under northern long summer days. | |||
== The endocannabinoid system == | |||
''' Main article in wikipedia [[w:Endocannabinoid system|Endocannabinoid system]]''' | ''' Main article in wikipedia [[w:Endocannabinoid system|Endocannabinoid system]]''' | ||
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* [https://norml.org/library/item/introduction-to-the-endocannabinoid-system 'Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System'] at [[w:National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws|NORML]] (.org) | * [https://norml.org/library/item/introduction-to-the-endocannabinoid-system 'Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System'] at [[w:National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws|NORML]] (.org) | ||
* [https://www.medicinalgenomics.com/endocannabinoid-basics/ 'Endocannabinoid Basics' at MedicinalGenomics.com] | * [https://www.medicinalgenomics.com/endocannabinoid-basics/ 'Endocannabinoid Basics' at MedicinalGenomics.com] | ||
* [https://hempedification.wordpress.com/2017/08/05/endocannabinoids-beyond-the-brain/ Endocannabinoids – Beyond the Brain] is a good 2017 article on the Hemp Edification blog] adapted from [https://www.the-scientist.com/features/your-body-is-teeming-with-weed-receptors-31233 Your Body Is Teeming with Weed Receptors, a 2017 article on the website the-scientist.com] and [https://www.the-scientist.com/multimedia/endocannabinoids-in-the-groove-31240 Endocannabinoids in the Groove, a 2017 article on the website the-scientist.com] | * [https://hempedification.wordpress.com/2017/08/05/endocannabinoids-beyond-the-brain/ Endocannabinoids – Beyond the Brain] is a good 2017 article on the Hemp Edification blog] adapted from [https://www.the-scientist.com/features/your-body-is-teeming-with-weed-receptors-31233 Your Body Is Teeming with Weed Receptors, a 2017 article on the website the-scientist.com] and [https://www.the-scientist.com/multimedia/endocannabinoids-in-the-groove-31240 Endocannabinoids in the Groove, a 2017 article on the website the-scientist.com] | ||
* http://profofpot.com/endocannabinoid-receptors/ | * http://profofpot.com/endocannabinoid-receptors/ | ||
=== The endocannabinoid receptors === | |||
[[File:Stock-vector-human-endocannabinoid-system-target-active-in-male-and-female-body-1237262152.jpg|thumb|right|520px|Prevalence of endocannabinoid receptors in the human body. Photo credit: [https://www.shutterstock.com/g/Thanasp ThanasStudio]]] | [[File:Stock-vector-human-endocannabinoid-system-target-active-in-male-and-female-body-1237262152.jpg|thumb|right|520px|Prevalence of endocannabinoid receptors in the human body. Photo credit: [https://www.shutterstock.com/g/Thanasp ThanasStudio]]] | ||
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Human body contains 2 types of endocannabinoid [[w:Cannabinoid receptor|receptors]] [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 1|CB<sub>1</sub>]] and [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 2|CB<sub>2</sub>]], but cannabinoids have interactions also on some other receptors. | Human body contains 2 types of endocannabinoid [[w:Cannabinoid receptor|receptors]] [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 1|CB<sub>1</sub>]] and [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 2|CB<sub>2</sub>]], but cannabinoids have interactions also on some other receptors. | ||
==== CB<sub>1</sub> receptors ==== | |||
CB<sub>1</sub> receptors predominantly located in the nervous system, connective tissues, gonads, glands, and organs<ref name=p4mm>https://patients4medicalmarijuana.wordpress.com/2017/07/06/how-and-why-your-brain-makes-its-own-cannabinoids/</ref>. | CB<sub>1</sub> receptors predominantly located in the nervous system, connective tissues, gonads, glands, and organs<ref name=p4mm>https://patients4medicalmarijuana.wordpress.com/2017/07/06/how-and-why-your-brain-makes-its-own-cannabinoids/</ref>. | ||
==== CB<sub>2</sub> receptors ==== | |||
CB<sub>2</sub> receptors, primarily found in the immune system and also present in the spleen, liver, heart, kidneys, bones, blood vessels, lymph cells, endocrine glands, and reproductive organs<ref name=p4mm/>. | CB<sub>2</sub> receptors, primarily found in the immune system and also present in the spleen, liver, heart, kidneys, bones, blood vessels, lymph cells, endocrine glands, and reproductive organs<ref name=p4mm/>. | ||
=== Endocannabinoids === | |||
[[File:Anandamid.svg|thumb|200px|[[w:Anandamide|Anandamide]], an endogenous [[w:ligand|ligand]] of CB<sub>1</sub> and CB<sub>2</sub>]] | [[File:Anandamid.svg|thumb|200px|[[w:Anandamide|Anandamide]], an endogenous [[w:ligand|ligand]] of CB<sub>1</sub> and CB<sub>2</sub>]] | ||
The two main endocannabinoids are Anandamide and 2-AG. | The two main endocannabinoids are Anandamide and 2-AG. | ||
==== Anandamide ==== | |||
[[w:Anandamide|Anandamide]] was discovered in 1992 and it binds to both CB<sub>1</sub> and CB<sub>2</sub> receptors. The name comes from the [[w:Sanskrit|Sanskrit]] word 'Ananda' meaning 'bliss' and [[w:amide|amide]] from its chemistry. | [[w:Anandamide|Anandamide]] was discovered in 1992 and it binds to both CB<sub>1</sub> and CB<sub>2</sub> receptors. The name comes from the [[w:Sanskrit|Sanskrit]] word 'Ananda' meaning 'bliss' and [[w:amide|amide]] from its chemistry. | ||
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* [https://herb.co/marijuana/news/anandamide-aea Herb.co on Anandamide] | * [https://herb.co/marijuana/news/anandamide-aea Herb.co on Anandamide] | ||
==== 2-AG ==== | |||
[[File:2-Ara-Gl.svg|thumb|right|200px|2-Arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG) is an endogenous [[w:agonist|agonist]] of the [[w:CB1 receptor|CB<sub>1</sub> receptor]].]] | [[File:2-Ara-Gl.svg|thumb|right|200px|2-Arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG) is an endogenous [[w:agonist|agonist]] of the [[w:CB1 receptor|CB<sub>1</sub> receptor]].]] | ||
[[w:2-Arachidonoylglycerol|2-Arachidonoylglycerol]] aka. 2-AG was discovered in 1994-1995. | [[w:2-Arachidonoylglycerol|2-Arachidonoylglycerol]] aka. 2-AG was discovered in 1994-1995. | ||
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'''Synthesis''' of '''2-AG''': Arachidonic acid -> [[w:Phosphatidylinositol|Phosphatidylinositol]] + [[w:Phospholipase C|Phospholipase C]]s -> [[w:Diacylglycerol]] + Diacylglycerol lipase -> [[w:2-AG|2-AG]]<ref name="EJR2017"/> | '''Synthesis''' of '''2-AG''': Arachidonic acid -> [[w:Phosphatidylinositol|Phosphatidylinositol]] + [[w:Phospholipase C|Phospholipase C]]s -> [[w:Diacylglycerol]] + Diacylglycerol lipase -> [[w:2-AG|2-AG]]<ref name="EJR2017"/> | ||
==== N-Arachidonoyl dopamine ==== | |||
[[w:N-Arachidonoyl dopamine|N-Arachidonoyl dopamine]] discovered in 2000. | [[w:N-Arachidonoyl dopamine|N-Arachidonoyl dopamine]] discovered in 2000. | ||
==== 2-Arachidonyl glyceryl ether ==== | |||
[[w:2-Arachidonyl glyceryl ether|2-Arachidonyl glyceryl ether]] discovered in 2001. | [[w:2-Arachidonyl glyceryl ether|2-Arachidonyl glyceryl ether]] discovered in 2001. | ||
==== Virodhamine ==== | |||
[[w:Virodhamine|Virodhamine]] discovered in 2002 | [[w:Virodhamine|Virodhamine]] discovered in 2002 | ||
==== Lysophosphatidylinositol ==== | |||
[[w:Lysophosphatidylinositol|Lysophosphatidylinositol]] is a contender to be the 6th endocannabinoid. | [[w:Lysophosphatidylinositol|Lysophosphatidylinositol]] is a contender to be the 6th endocannabinoid. | ||
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== Phytocannabinoids == | |||
[[File:Cannabis indica.jpg|thumb|left|360px|Female [[w:Cannabis indica|Cannabis indica]] plants. These are often good for pain relief producing a nice body stone.]] | [[File:Cannabis indica.jpg|thumb|left|360px|Female [[w:Cannabis indica|Cannabis indica]] plants. These are often good for pain relief producing a nice body stone.]] | ||
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* [[#CBT|CBT]] (Cannabicitran) | * [[#CBT|CBT]] (Cannabicitran) | ||
=== THC === | |||
[[File:Tetrahydrocannabinol.svg|thumb|right|200px|[[w:Tetrahydrocannabinol|Tetrahydrocannabinol]] is a partial [[w:agonist|agonist]] of [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 1|CB<sub>1</sub>]] located mainly in the [[w:central nervous system|central nervous system]], and the [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 2|CB<sub>2</sub>]] receptor mainly expressed in cells of the [[w:immune system|immune system]].]] | [[File:Tetrahydrocannabinol.svg|thumb|right|200px|[[w:Tetrahydrocannabinol|Tetrahydrocannabinol]] is a partial [[w:agonist|agonist]] of [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 1|CB<sub>1</sub>]] located mainly in the [[w:central nervous system|central nervous system]], and the [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 2|CB<sub>2</sub>]] receptor mainly expressed in cells of the [[w:immune system|immune system]].]] | ||
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* [https://hightimes.com/culture/therapeutic-benefits-dabbing-delta-8-thc/ Hightimes article on Delta-8 THC] | * [https://hightimes.com/culture/therapeutic-benefits-dabbing-delta-8-thc/ Hightimes article on Delta-8 THC] | ||
=== THCA === | |||
[[w:Tetrahydrocannabinolic acid|Tetrahydrocannabinolic acid]] THCA is the what cannabis plants produce to fend off insects from harming it. In pure form THCA is a clear translucent crystalline of white color. | [[w:Tetrahydrocannabinolic acid|Tetrahydrocannabinolic acid]] THCA is the what cannabis plants produce to fend off insects from harming it. In pure form THCA is a clear translucent crystalline of white color. | ||
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* https://thefreshtoast.com/cannabis/marijuanas-thc-a-as-an-anti-inflammatory-and-neuro-protectant/ | * https://thefreshtoast.com/cannabis/marijuanas-thc-a-as-an-anti-inflammatory-and-neuro-protectant/ | ||
=== CBD === | |||
[[File:Cannabidiol.svg|thumb|left|200px|[[w:Cannabidiol|Cannabidiol]] has very low [[w:affinity (pharmacology)|affinity]] for the [[w:cannabinoid receptor|cannabinoid]] [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 1|CB<sub>1</sub>]] and [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 2|CB<sub>2</sub>]] receptors receptors but acts as an indirect [[w:receptor antagonist|antagonist]] of cannabinoid [[w:agonist|agonist]]s.]] | [[File:Cannabidiol.svg|thumb|left|200px|[[w:Cannabidiol|Cannabidiol]] has very low [[w:affinity (pharmacology)|affinity]] for the [[w:cannabinoid receptor|cannabinoid]] [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 1|CB<sub>1</sub>]] and [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 2|CB<sub>2</sub>]] receptors receptors but acts as an indirect [[w:receptor antagonist|antagonist]] of cannabinoid [[w:agonist|agonist]]s.]] | ||
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* [http://www.who.int/medicines/access/controlled-substances/5.2_CBD.pdf WHO preliminary report on CBD] | * [http://www.who.int/medicines/access/controlled-substances/5.2_CBD.pdf WHO preliminary report on CBD] | ||
=== CBDA === | |||
Cannabidiolic Acid is the raw form. Decarboxylating CBDA yields CBD. | Cannabidiolic Acid is the raw form. Decarboxylating CBDA yields CBD. | ||
* https://herb.co/learn/cbda/ | * https://herb.co/learn/cbda/ | ||
=== CBN === | |||
[[w:Cannabinol|Cannabinol]] is a sleeping aid and has also other therapeutic qualities. | [[w:Cannabinol|Cannabinol]] is a sleeping aid and has also other therapeutic qualities. | ||
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* https://www.medicaljane.com/2013/08/19/cannabinol-cbn-will-put-you-to-bed/ | * https://www.medicaljane.com/2013/08/19/cannabinol-cbn-will-put-you-to-bed/ | ||
=== CBG === | |||
[[w:Cannabigerol|Cannabigerol]] | [[w:Cannabigerol|Cannabigerol]] | ||
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* https://comparecbd.com/cbg/ | * https://comparecbd.com/cbg/ | ||
=== CBC === | |||
[[w:Cannabichromene|Cannabichromene]] | [[w:Cannabichromene|Cannabichromene]] | ||
=== CBL === | |||
[[w:Cannabicyclol|Cannabicyclol]] | [[w:Cannabicyclol|Cannabicyclol]] | ||
=== CBV === | |||
[[w:Cannabivarin|Cannabivarin]] | [[w:Cannabivarin|Cannabivarin]] | ||
=== THCV === | |||
[[w:Tetrahydrocannabivarin|Tetrahydrocannabivarin]] can be used to inhibit appetite. | [[w:Tetrahydrocannabivarin|Tetrahydrocannabivarin]] can be used to inhibit appetite. | ||
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* http://herb.co/2017/04/14/tetrahydrocannabivarin-thcv/ | * http://herb.co/2017/04/14/tetrahydrocannabivarin-thcv/ | ||
=== CBDV === | |||
[[w:Cannabidivarin|Cannabidivarin]] | [[w:Cannabidivarin|Cannabidivarin]] | ||
=== CBCV === | |||
Cannabichromevarin | Cannabichromevarin | ||
=== CBGV === | |||
Cannabigerovarin | Cannabigerovarin | ||
=== CBGM === | |||
Cannabigerol Monomethyl Ether | Cannabigerol Monomethyl Ether | ||
=== CBE === | |||
Cannabielsoin | Cannabielsoin | ||
=== CBT === | |||
Cannabicitran | Cannabicitran | ||
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== Making cannabinoids with yeasts == | |||
Scientists have figured out how to splice the DNA of yeasts, so that they produce cannabinoids.<ref name="GlobalHealthTimes2019">http://globalhealthtimes.com/2019/03/06/scientists-are-making-thc-and-cbd-in-a-lab-without-growing/</ref> | Scientists have figured out how to splice the DNA of yeasts, so that they produce cannabinoids.<ref name="GlobalHealthTimes2019">http://globalhealthtimes.com/2019/03/06/scientists-are-making-thc-and-cbd-in-a-lab-without-growing/</ref> | ||
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== Cannflavins == | |||
'''[[w:Cannflavin|Cannaflavins]]''' '''A''' and '''B''' are very potent anti-inflammatory agents and thus help lessen the pain sensation originating from inflammation. | '''[[w:Cannflavin|Cannaflavins]]''' '''A''' and '''B''' are very potent anti-inflammatory agents and thus help lessen the pain sensation originating from inflammation. | ||
''' Links about cannflavins ''' | ''' Links about cannflavins ''' | ||
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== Terpenes in cannabis == | |||
'''Terpenes''' are a large and diverse [[w:Organic chemistry#Classification of organic compounds|class]] of [[w:organic compound|organic compound]]s, produced by a variety of [[w:plant|plant]]s, particularly [[w:Pinophyta|conifers]], and by some [[w:insect]]s.<ref name=book>{{cite book|title=Terpenes: Flavors, Fragrances, Pharmaca, Pheromones|author=Eberhard Breitmaier|year= 2006|isbn=9783527609949 |doi=10.1002/9783527609949|publisher=Wiley-VCH}}</ref> | '''Terpenes''' are a large and diverse [[w:Organic chemistry#Classification of organic compounds|class]] of [[w:organic compound|organic compound]]s, produced by a variety of [[w:plant|plant]]s, particularly [[w:Pinophyta|conifers]], and by some [[w:insect]]s.<ref name=book>{{cite book|title=Terpenes: Flavors, Fragrances, Pharmaca, Pheromones|author=Eberhard Breitmaier|year= 2006|isbn=9783527609949 |doi=10.1002/9783527609949|publisher=Wiley-VCH}}</ref> | ||
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== Synthetic cannabinoids == | |||
'''[[w:Synthetic cannabinoids|Synthetic cannabinoids]]''' are a class of molecules that [[w:Binding affinity|bind]] to [[w:cannabinoid receptor|cannabinoid receptor]]s in the body — the same receptors to which [[w:Tetrahydrocannabinol|THC]] and [[w:Cannabidiol|CBD]] attach – which are [[w:cannabinoid|cannabinoid]]s in [[w:cannabis|cannabis]] plants. (Wikipedia) | '''[[w:Synthetic cannabinoids|Synthetic cannabinoids]]''' are a class of molecules that [[w:Binding affinity|bind]] to [[w:cannabinoid receptor|cannabinoid receptor]]s in the body — the same receptors to which [[w:Tetrahydrocannabinol|THC]] and [[w:Cannabidiol|CBD]] attach – which are [[w:cannabinoid|cannabinoid]]s in [[w:cannabis|cannabis]] plants. (Wikipedia) | ||
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'''[[w:Arachidonyl-2'-chloroethylamide|Arachidonyl-2'-chloroethylamide]]''' (ACEA) is a synthetic agonist of the [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 1|CB<sub>1</sub>]] receptor. (Wikipedia) | '''[[w:Arachidonyl-2'-chloroethylamide|Arachidonyl-2'-chloroethylamide]]''' (ACEA) is a synthetic agonist of the [[w:Cannabinoid receptor type 1|CB<sub>1</sub>]] receptor. (Wikipedia) | ||
== Other plants that contain compounds that are active in cannabinoid receptors == | |||
# '''[[w:Echinacea|Echinacea]]''' contains N-alkyl[[w:amide|amide]]s, that function via cannabimemetics to provide immune-boosting and is also used to relieve anxiety, fatigue, migraines and arthritis.<ref name="LLF2018">https://livelovefruit.com/8-non-marijuana-plants-contain-cannabinoids/</ref> | # '''[[w:Echinacea|Echinacea]]''' contains N-alkyl[[w:amide|amide]]s, that function via cannabimemetics to provide immune-boosting and is also used to relieve anxiety, fatigue, migraines and arthritis.<ref name="LLF2018">https://livelovefruit.com/8-non-marijuana-plants-contain-cannabinoids/</ref> | ||
# '''[[w:Black pepper|Black pepper]]''' contains high levels of the [[w:terpene|terpene]] called [[w:Caryophyllene|β-caryophyllene]] (BCP). BCP functions as a cannabinoid, and has a binding affinity with the CB<sub>2</sub> receptor.<ref name="LLF2018"/> | # '''[[w:Black pepper|Black pepper]]''' contains high levels of the [[w:terpene|terpene]] called [[w:Caryophyllene|β-caryophyllene]] (BCP). BCP functions as a cannabinoid, and has a binding affinity with the CB<sub>2</sub> receptor.<ref name="LLF2018"/> | ||
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* https://livelovefruit.com/8-non-marijuana-plants-contain-cannabinoids/ | * https://livelovefruit.com/8-non-marijuana-plants-contain-cannabinoids/ | ||
* https://www.marijuana.com/news/2017/05/9-plants-that-contain-therapeutic-cannabinoids/ | * https://www.marijuana.com/news/2017/05/9-plants-that-contain-therapeutic-cannabinoids/ | ||
= Cannabis therapeutics = | |||
[[File:Marijuana.jpg|thumb|left|240px|Rare 11-leafer [[w:Cannabis sativa|Cannabis sativa]]]] | |||
[[File:Cannabis sativa 001.JPG|thumb|right|360px|Male [[w:Cannabis sativa|Cannabis sativa]] plants in late flowering stages.]] | |||
Cannabis can be applied to treat a wide assortment of illnesses. In this case it is called [[w:medical cannabis|medical cannabis]]. | |||
Due to the inbuilt default to always take the safe route and also to backup the back of your fellow MD colleague the Wikipedia does not yield the right infos on how useful and versatile a medication cannabis is. | |||
Research has been held back by arcane laws even as cannabis is the oldest medicine known to man and it should be gladly appreciated and not outlawed because of big pharma interests. | |||
== Medical cannabis research and information organizations == | |||
* [https://www.cannabis-med.org/ International Association for Cannabinoid Medicines] is also available in German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian | |||
* [http://www.ccic.net/ The Canadian Consortium for the Investigation of Cannabinoids] is a Canadian non-profit organization | |||
* [https://www.cmcr.ucsd.edu/ The Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research] at the [[w:University of California, San Diego|University of California]] | |||
* [https://www.medicinalcannabis.nsw.gov.au/ Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research and Innovation] by the govt of [[w:New South Wales|New South Wales]] | |||
== External links about cannabis as medicine == | |||
* http://www.calgarycmmc.com/ a large compendium on medical cannabis sorted alphabetically by ailment. | |||
* http://www.cannabisconnections.tk/2018/03/700-medicinal-uses-of-cannabis-sorted.html | |||
* http://expand-your-consciousness.com/100-scientific-studies-agree-cannabis-annihilates-cancer/ about 100 nih.gov studies linked some cases briefly described. | |||
* https://healer.com/ - a website by Dr. Dustin Sulak D.O. - a renowned integrative medicine physician based in Maine, whose practice balances the principles of osteopathy, mind-body medicine and medical cannabis. | |||
* [https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/medical-marijuana-2018011513085 Harvard Health Blog article on medical cannabis] is naturally very reserved about not raising too much hopes | |||
* [https://www.learngreenflower.com/articles/574/medical-uses-of-cannabis 71 medical uses of cannabis compiled by LearnGreenFlower.com] | |||
* http://medicalcannabisreport.com/700-medicinal-uses-of-cannabis-sorted-by-disease/ (.pdf from 2012 downloadable from the linked page) | |||
== Literature about cannabis as a medicine == | |||
* [https://bpspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/14765381/2011/163/7 BPJ Volume 163, Issue 7 - 'Special Issue:Cannabinoids in Biology and Medicine, Part I.'] a 2011 special issue of [[w:British Journal of Pharmacology]]. | |||
* [https://bpspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/14765381/176/10 'Special Issue: Themed Section 8th European Workshop on Cannabinoid Research'], Volume 176, Issue 10 of the British Journal of Pharmacology. | |||
* [https://www.nap.edu/read/9586/chapter/1 MARIJUANA AS MEDICINE? - The Science Beyond the Controversy (full book online)], a somewhat skeptical and reserved book published in 2000 that you can read online from The National Academies Press. | |||
* [http://rxmarijuana.com/excerpts.htm MARIHUANA: THE FORBIDDEN MEDICINE (excerpts from the book online)], a 1997 book by Lester Grinspoon, M.D and James Bakalar, J.D | |||
* [https://www.intechopen.com/books/recent-advances-in-cannabinoid-research 'Recent Advances in Cannabinoid Research'], a 2019 open access peer-reviewed edited volume (available online and in hard copy) | |||
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== Anecdotal testimonies about medical cannabis == | |||
* [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/anecdotal.htm Anecdotal testimonies on medical cannabis at calgarymmc.com] | |||
* [http://rxmarijuana.com/comments_and_observations.htm Anecdotal testimonies on medical cannabis at rxmarijuana.com] | |||
== Administering cannabis == | == Administering cannabis == | ||
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* https://canna-lance.com/2018/08/27/did-you-know-you-could-consume-cannabis-like-this/ | * https://canna-lance.com/2018/08/27/did-you-know-you-could-consume-cannabis-like-this/ | ||
* https://www.portlandmercury.com/blogtown/2019/07/17/26809203/a-new-way-to-consume-cannabis-through-your-belly-button | * https://www.portlandmercury.com/blogtown/2019/07/17/26809203/a-new-way-to-consume-cannabis-through-your-belly-button | ||
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* [http://www.greenmedinfo.com/ GreenMedinfo - The Science of Natural Healing] | * [http://www.greenmedinfo.com/ GreenMedinfo - The Science of Natural Healing] | ||
* [https://www.healthline.com/ HealthLine.com contains a myriad of information about different medical conditions and in addition to having info on conditions and natural therapeutics it also covers main stream medications] | * [https://www.healthline.com/ HealthLine.com contains a myriad of information about different medical conditions and in addition to having info on conditions and natural therapeutics it also covers main stream medications] | ||
* https://herbalremediesbook.com/ | * https://herbalremediesbook.com/ | ||
* https://livelovefruit.com/ is excellent website on health tips / natural therapeutics by Carly Fraser, a professional in the field. | * https://livelovefruit.com/ is excellent website on health tips / natural therapeutics by Carly Fraser, a professional in the field. | ||
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= References = | = References = | ||
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