1. Researchers at the University of Lethbridge in Canada recently released results that show that extracts from the cannabis drug could fight Covid-19.
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2. The study found that extract from cannabis can affect Angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) receptors in the host cells.
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3. These receptors are known as the “entry point’ for coronavirus into host cells in the body.
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4. Cannabidiol (CBD), also known as marijuana, helps in blocking the cells that enter the body from the novel coronavirus.
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5. The initial results are further being investigated but it is possible that medical cannabis products could become a safe adjunct therapy for the prevention of COVID–19.
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