Month: April 2018

The Role of the Human Endocannabinoid System in Bone Metabolism and Fracture Healing

Scientists have discovered fascinating physiology in the endocannabinoid system (ECS) in the constant remodeling of bone tissue. New research has uncovered that the ECS plays a critical role in maintaining adequate skeletal system functioning. A study from the Journal of Neuroendocrinology 2008 focused on the major components of the ECS in bone metabolism. The two main…
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Alzheimer’s Disease and the Brain’s N8 Immune System

Statistics show that every 65 seconds someone in America develops Alzheimer’s disease. Although Alzheimer’s typically affects the population over the age of 65, early onset Alzheimer’s is becoming more prevalent, with cases as early as 30 years of age. The disease manifests when abnormal plaques and tangles develop in the central nervous system and cause…
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The Human Endocannabinoid System & Homeostasis

The human body is constantly working to make adaptive changes within each organ system to maintain balance in the body. This balance is called homeostasis. This internal equilibrium is caused by seamless communication of the organ systems via many negative and positive feedback loop interactions. All of the organ systems in the body must send…
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The Role of CBD in Battling Uterine Cancer

Dr. Austin Quon | 4/13/18 Every year, around 50,600 American women are diagnosed with uterine cancer. It is the fourth most common cancer in women in the United States and it is the most commonly diagnosed gynecologic cancer. The CDC has stated that virtually every woman is at risk of developing uterine cancer and the…
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Cancer Research Supports the Benefits of CBD for Breast Cancer

Dr Austin Quon, American Cancer Society states last year there were an estimated 40,000 deaths from breast cancer in 2018 to date. Just in 2018 alone so far, there have been 266,120 new cases of breast cancer and 1 in 10 women will be affected by breast cancer at some point in their lives. Cannabidiol…
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Studies show Cannabidiol (CBD) as a Safe & Effective Treatment for Seizure Disorders

Dr Austin Quon,  Traditional medical treatment of seizure disorders including refractory epilepsy, Dravet’s Syndrome, and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, has been evaluated by the Pharmacological Reviews Journal in July 2016. Recently, lawsuits over serious concerns regarding the side effects of anti-epileptic drugs to cause or worsen hostile and aggressive behaviour have been the topic of discussion amongst…
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CBD & Neuroinflammation in Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Dr Austin Quon,  2.3 million people worldwide are affected by Multiple sclerosis (MS). Debilitating pain occurs in approximately 50-70% of multiple sclerosis patients. Other symptoms include muscle spasticity, fatigue, inflammation, and depression. This typically also contributes to reduced physical activity, inadequate functional mobility and reduced quality of life. MS is typically caused by neuroinflammation and…
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The Role of CBD in Battling Uterine Cancer

Dr. Austin Quon Every year, around 50,600 American women are diagnosed with uterine cancer. It is the fourth most common cancer in women in the United States and it is the most commonly diagnosed gynecologic cancer. The CDC has stated that virtually every woman is at risk of developing uterine cancer and the risk increases…
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Combating Autoimmune Disorders with Cannabinoids

Dr. Austin Quon A REMARKABLE STATISTIC: 50 million Americans in 2018 are currently diagnosed with an Autoimmune Disease. An autoimmune condition develops when the body’s healthy immune cells are unable to regulate the release of inflammatory chemicals and normal cascades of healing inflammation begin to attack and destroy healthy cells and tissues. Autoimmune conditions can…
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