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Cannabis, Alcohol and the Epigenome

April 29, 2019

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It is well established that specific lifestyle choices, such as smoking and diet, as well as environmental factors or diseases, can modify the epigenome. With the legalization of cannabis in many US states, we explore the epigenetic effects of cannabis, cannabis-derived products, and alcohol.

Does cannabis cause epigenetic changes?

Within the brain, the endocannabinoid system regulates cannabinoid receptors and their endogenous lipid ligands to perform various regulatory functions in the body.

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