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Could Cannabis Aid Alzheimer ’ s Disease ?
lessening symptoms in the process . A combination of THC and CBD is most effective for reducing AD inflammation .
Anecdotally , there appears to be potential for cannabis slowing , if not halting , AD ’ s progression . There is little doubt , however , that cannabis can and often does dramatically diminish some of AD ’ s most unpleasant symptoms . This makes cannabis a godsend not just for AD suffers but caregivers , as well . Caregivers often report how much more manageable their cannabis-consuming AD patients are . Reports of improved mood , better sleep , improved appetite and weight gain , diminished paranoia , delusions , anxiety , agitation , and aggression are common . But because every patient ’ s physiology and emotional state are unique , some experimentation may be necessary .
It ’ s important to note that high-THC strains , while they may work well for some AD patients , may prove counterproductive to others . For example , THC is known to induce short-term memory loss in those sensitive to it . Excess THC may also increase anxiety in some patients .
Go low and slow with the THC and counterbalance it with CBD — 1:1 strains are a good place to start . Strains high in the calming terpene myrcene may be beneficial . Pinene strains may be beneficial as it ’ s known to assist memory .
Peter Kershaw is a Patient Caregiver , an organic cannabis cultivation consultant , and extraction consultant . Contact him at
pkershaw . email @ gmail . com or text to 417-230-4445 . As with all writers within these pages , if you ’ ve benefited from his articles , please let him and all writers know . They appreciate your thoughts .
Notice : The information contained herein is not intended as medical advice , diagnosis or treatment , but rather a sharing of knowledge and information based on research and experience . The content is for general informational purposes only .
26 December 2021