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Can THC treat Anorexia and Bulemia? – Endocannabinoid systems are altered in eating disorders

02Nov11

“The munchies” — an effect of THC causing heightened craving and enjoyment of food after taking is currently used to help HIV patients and cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy patients maintain their weight. New research indicates that THC could help anorexics and bulemics regain weight–though probably not through “the munchies.” A new PET imaging study reported […]

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Tags: Anorexia, Bulemia, CB1, endocannabinoid, mk-9470, PET Study, THC

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