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Study Reveals Cannabis May Alter Gene Expression Epigenetically

7/14/2025

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A groundbreaking study involving over 1,000 adults uncovers that cannabis use could reshape the epigenome, influencing gene expression without altering DNA itself. Researchers identified connections between cannabis consumption and various epigenetic markers, raising important questions about potential health impacts. This compelling discovery underscores the urgency for more research to explore these associations and their lasting effects on well-being.

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A groundbreaking study involving over 1,000 adults uncovers that cannabis use could reshape the epigenome, influencing gene expression without altering DNA itself. Researchers identified connections between cannabis consumption and various epigenetic markers, raising important questions about potential health impacts. This compelling discovery underscores the urgency for more research to explore these associations and their lasting effects on well-being.