Cannabis compounds show promise in fighting fatty liver disease
Medical Xpress
March 5, 2026
Researchers have discovered that non-psychoactive cannabis compounds, CBD and CBG, can significantly reduce liver fat and improve metabolic health. The study reveals that these compounds work by creating a backup energy reserve in the liver and restoring the activity of cellular "cleaning crews" to break down harmful waste. These findings highlight a new, plant-based path for treating the world's most common chronic liver disorder.
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Originally published on Medical Xpress on 3/5/2026