Scientific research
The following is a selection of the most important medical studies on the use of CBD and cannabis.
We provide a summary of the findings − for each category or disorder − made in the studies mentioned, and then refer to the research itself.
CBD in general
CBD in General
This section addresses the general scientific research into cannabis use which does not relate to any specific disorder in particular.
CBD in generalCBD and Alzheimer's Disease
CBD and Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's is a physical disease of the brain and one of the most important causes of dementia.
CBD and Alzheimer's DiseaseCBD and Cancer
CBD and Cancer
Cancer includes a large group of diseases that cause unregulated and rapid cell growth. The unregulated growth allows cancer cells to penetrate healthy tissue and destroy it.
CBD and CancerCBD with Chronic Pain
CBD with Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is pain that lasts longer than six months. It is often a symptom of an underlying disease, and injury or infection.
CBD with Chronic PainCBD and Diabetes
CBD and Diabetes
Diabetes mellitus is a group of disorders generally associated with defects in insulin production and this leads to an inability to regulate blood sugar levels.
CBD and DiabetesCBD and Epilepsy
CBD and Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes intense bursts of electrical energy in the brain.
CBD and EpilepsyCBD and Fibromyalgia
CBD and Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain syndrome and causes widespread pain throughout the body but its exact cause is still unknown.
CBD and FibromyalgiaCBD and Gastrointestinal Disorders
CBD and Gastrointestinal Disorders
A gastrointestinal complaint is a disorder in which the bowel appears to be normal but fails to function properly.
CBD and Gastrointestinal DisordersCBD and HIV
CBD and HIV
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a retrovirus which attacks the human immune system and that over time causes Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS).
CBD and HIVCBD and Multiple Sclerosis
CBD and Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease causing chronic degeneration of the central nervous system.
CBD and Multiple SclerosisCBD and PTSD
CBD and PTSD
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychological disorder which mainly results from witnessing or being the victim of a traumatic experience.
CBD and PTSDCBD and Urine Incontinence
CBD and Urine Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control.
CBD and Urine Incontinence