How neurodegenerative diseases work
Neurodegenerative diseases are incurable and debilitating conditions that result in progressive degeneration and/or death of nerve cells. This causes problems with movement or mental functioning. Examples of neurodegenerative diseases include Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and Huntington’s disease, however there are hundreds of different neurodegenerative diseases that affect millions of people worldwide.
Cannabinoids have neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory qualities, which can prove useful in preventing, stopping, or reversing debilitating neurodegenerative disorders. Because of cannabinoids, cannabis has the potential to slow the onset and progression of neurodegenerative conditions.
Risk factors for neurodegenerative diseases
Many researchers believe a combination of factors may contribute to a higher risk of acquiring a neurodegenerative disease, including traumatic brain injury, genetic mutations and environmental factors (e.g., heavy metals, pesticides). The one consistent risk factor of developing a neurodegenerative disorder, particularly for Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease, is age. Alzheimer’s is the leading cause of dementia, accounting for possibly 60-80% of cases.
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