dannyc_2006_SS Posted October 6, 2006 Report Share Posted October 6, 2006 Article WASHINGTON, (Reuters) -- Good news for aging hippies: Smoking pot may stave off Alzheimer's disease. New research shows that the active ingredient in marijuana may prevent the progression of the disease by preserving levels of an important neurotransmitter that allows the brain to function. Researchers at the Scripps Research Institute in California found that marijuana's active ingredient, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, can prevent the neurotransmitter acetylcholine from breaking down more effectively than commercially marketed drugs. THC is also more effective at blocking clumps of protein that can inhibit memory and cognition in Alzheimer's patients, the researchers reported in the journal Molecular Pharmaceutics. The researchers said their discovery could lead to more effective drug treatment for Alzheimer's, the leading cause of dementia among the elderly. Those afflicted with Alzheimer's suffer from memory loss, impaired decision-making, and diminished language and movement skills. The ultimate cause of the disease is unknown, though it is believed to be hereditary. Marijuana is used to relieve glaucoma and can help reduce side effects from cancer and AIDS treatment. Possessing marijuana for recreational use is illegal in many parts of the world, including the United States, though some states allow possession for medical purposes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oo p0op oO Posted October 6, 2006 Report Share Posted October 6, 2006 theres still hope!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
04CHASE Posted October 6, 2006 Report Share Posted October 6, 2006 wow i didnt know some of that stuff. pretty interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blk06Limited Posted October 6, 2006 Report Share Posted October 6, 2006 Well. Atleast I have a dimished chance of forgetin... wait.. what was I saying? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ss-dude Posted October 6, 2006 Report Share Posted October 6, 2006 Who are you guys? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26dub_SS Posted October 6, 2006 Report Share Posted October 6, 2006 Man I betta go to the nearest hospital with a sack next time I go!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adams2003 Posted October 7, 2006 Report Share Posted October 7, 2006 Potheads are always trying to find excuses.lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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