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Marijuana might cause new cell growth in the brain

October 14, 2005

Saskatoon, Canada - A synthetic chemical similar to the active ingredient in marijuana makes new cells grow in rat brains. What is more, in rats this cell growth appears to be linked with reducing anxiety and depression

The results suggest that marijuana, or its derivatives, could actually be good for the brain.

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