Tag Archive for "parkinson’s"

Studies on cannabinoid anticonvulsant activity began in 1975, when Cannabidiol (CBD), and four CBD derivatives, (CBD-aldehyde-diacetate, 6-oxo-CBD-diacetate, 6-hydroxy-CBD-tri-acetate and 9-hydroxy-CBD-triacetate) were shown to protect against maximal electroshock convulsions in mice.   Now it is given to children who suffer from epilepsy and adults who suffer from Parkinson’s Disease.  CBD...

First reported by Project CBD in July of this year, scientists at the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Kentucky have identified an unknown molecular target of CBD that could have significant therapeutic implications for Parkinson’s Disease.  CBD activates a g-coupled protein receptor called GPR6.  A depletion of...