Recent research has shown promising evidence regarding the potential of cannabis compounds to combat various types of cancers, such as brain, breast, prostate, lung, thyroid, colon, skin, pituitary, melanoma, and leukemia. Studies conducted both in laboratory settings and on animals have revealed that these compounds can induce the death of cancer cells and reduce their blood supply, while sparing healthy cells from harm.
The question arises: why would cannabis possess such anticancer properties? The answer lies in the endocannabinoid system (ECS), a complex network that regulates numerous physiological processes in the body. Endocannabinoids, the body’s natural compounds similar to those found in cannabis, play a crucial role in this system. They are involved in various functions of the nervous system, heart, reproductive system, and immune system, aiding cell communication and safeguarding healthy cells while targeting and eliminating harmful ones like cancer cells.
The nervous systems of all animals share a similar structure, consisting of nerve cells that transmit electrical signals. These signals are relayed from one cell to another via neurotransmitters, such as dopamine and serotonin. Interestingly, primitive invertebrates evolved a unique adaptation to this system millions of years ago, acquiring a new chemical akin to cannabis compounds. This led to the emergence of cannabinoids as a vital component of the nervous system across different species, eventually culminating in the symbiotic relationship between cannabis and humans.
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