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<p>Researchers as the university of Saskatchewan claim that chemicals abundant in marijuana can <a href="http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2005/10/051016083817.htm" target="_blank">help with neurogenesis</a> (brain cell regrowth) in the area of the brain responsible for learning and memory, as well as anxiety and depression.</p>

<p>“Most ‘drugs of abuse’ suppress neurogenesis,” Zhang says. “Only marijuana promotes neurogenesis.”</p>

<p>“This is a very potent cannabinoid oil,” Zhang says. “It’s not something that would be available on the street.”  Doh!  Looks like we should invest in raising more potent strains of pot.</p>

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