Cannabis compounds can prevent the virus that causes COVID-19 from entering human cells. This conclusion, in the course of the research, came from scientists at the University of Oregon, under the leadership of Richard van Briemen, reports Medical Xpress.

Cannabis compounds identified in chemical screening studies demonstrate the ability to prevent the virus that causes COVID-19 from entering human cells.

Scientifically known as Cannabis sativa, hemp is a source of fiber, and his collaborators, including scientists at Oregon Health and Science University, found that a couple of cannabinoid acids bind to the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, van Briemen said..

" They are not controlled substances, such as the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, and have a high level of safety for humans.. And our research has shown that hemp compounds are equally effective against SARS-CoV-2 variants, including variant B. first discovered in the United Kingdom and variant B. 351, first discovered in South Africa, ”said van Briemen.

According to the scientist, these compounds can be taken orally.. They have the potential to prevent as well as treat SARS-CoV-2 infection.

In the world during the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 313 million people fell ill. Against the background of the spread of the more infectious Omicron strain, there is a threat of a new outbreak.

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