What does Delta 8 THC do? Delta-8 offers many therapeutic benefits, beyond its mild high without the common side effects of cannabis, such as paranoia. Perhaps especially, it is effective as an antiemetic.
During a 1998 study by Emma Chasen, Delta-8 was given to children receiving chemotherapy to reduce the effects of nausea and vomiting they experienced as a side effect.
“After administration of the Delta-8,” summarizes Chasen, “the children did not experience any hallucinatory or intoxicating effects and vomiting completely stopped.”
The potential benefits of Delta-8 THC for cancer patients who undergo chemotherapy are many. But its uses don’t stop there.
The 1975 study demonstrating increased survival rates in mice with lung cancer caused by Delta-8 THC also has implications for cancer patients.
There have been anecdotal reports of consumers reporting reduced anxiety after consumption of Delta-8. As a consequence, these observations need to be substantiated by peer-reviewed studies. Keep in touch: we’ll cover this topic in more depth in a future post which will be linked at the top of the page.
Throughout the past couple of years, delta-8-THC has become more and more popular. The fourth most prevalent compound in cannabis, it is considered a promising alternative to delta-9-THC, according to Dr. David Crocker, a board-certified interventional radiologist and the writer behind Solutions by Dr. Dave.
There is a relationship between the active constituents within THC and a number of properties related to nausea, anxiety, appetite stimulation, pain reduction, and neuroprotection.
Delta-8 has been named as a kinder and gentler descendant of delta-9. In addition to potentially alleviating pain, nausea, and insomnia, it may also aid with your sleep.