"A preclinical study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease found that very small doses of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a chemical found in marijuana, can slow the production of beta-amyloid proteins, thought to be a hallmark characteristic and key contributor to the progression of Alzheimer’s.
The study, published in 2014, is among others to support the effectiveness of THC in prohibiting the growth of toxic amyloid plagues. [...]
"Another study from the Salk Institute in La Jolla, California has also found that tetrahydrocannabinol and other compounds found in marijuana may reduce the amount of beta amyloid in the brain. Beta amyloid is a hallmark characteristic of Alzheimer’s and is commonly thought to cause the neurodegenerative disease. [...]
"a recent study published in The Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease has concluded that cannabis extract containing THC can relieve these symptoms of Alzheimer’s."
- http://www.alzheimers.net/6-15-15-effects-of-medical-marijuana-on-alzheimers/
Thanks for sharing those links to studies.
Israel has a very advanced medical cannabis program for it’s senior citizens.
http://www.israel21c.org/israeli-medicine-goes-to-pot/
I figure if its safe enough for Israel to give to their seniors it’s safe enough to use in moderation like most everything.