Picture this: a cannabis user, lounging on the couch, surrounded by empty bags of chips, eyes glued to the TV screen. Sound familiar? Well, it’s time to toss that tired stereotype out the window! A new study published in Preventive Medicine Reports is here to set the record straight: cannabis users are not the lazy, … Read more
Are you one of the millions of people struggling with anxiety symptoms? If so, you might be surprised to learn that CBD-rich cannabis could be the key to finding relief. Another recent study has shed light on the potential of cannabis products, particularly those high in CBD, for reducing anxiety and promoting a sense of … Read more
The debate over the optimal conditions for cultivating autoflowering cannabis—whether indoors or outdoors—entails a comprehensive analysis of cultivation methods, environmental control, and geographical influences. Let’s examine the advantages of indoor cultivation, particularly the benefits of 20-hour light cycles, precise environmental control, and hydroponic systems, while also considering the nuances and exceptions that can influence a … Read more
In a fascinating turn of events, Canada’s bold move to legalize non-medical cannabis in October 2018 has had an unexpected impact on the country’s alcohol industry. A recent study by researchers from the University of Manitoba, Memorial University of Newfoundland, and the University of Toronto has revealed that the legalization of cannabis was associated with … Read more
Canada legalized cannabis on October 17, 2018, becoming only the second country in the world to do so. This historic decision has been met with both excitement and trepidation, as many wonder about the potential impacts on public health, particularly mental health. For years, the UK media has been pushing a narrative linking cannabis use … Read more
Migraine is more than just a bad headache. For the over one billion people worldwide affected by migraine, it is a disabling health condition that disrupts every aspect of life. The nausea, vomiting, light and sound sensitivity make it impossible to function normally during a migraine attack. Current treatments have limited effectiveness and come with … Read more
After an arduous seven-year wait, Greece has finally taken a significant step forward in the realm of medical cannabis. This week, a monumental milestone was reached as the first legal medical cannabis prescriptions were distributed, marking a new chapter in healthcare for the nation. Among the first to benefit was Anna Paga, a 60-year-old mother … Read more
There is no “high” quite like a post-smoke cannabis haze accompanied by extreme eating euphoria. This crazed feeding frenzy, infamously dubbed the “munchies”, is a tell-tale side effect that all cannabis users are familiar with. But what physiological mechanisms drive this intense hunger to consume ungodly amounts of snacks? New insights from Washington State University … Read more
For years, medical cannabis users and advocates have lauded the plant’s potential to alleviate symptoms for a variety of conditions. However, the side effects of THC – including fatigue, increased appetite, and impaired focus – have also been well-documented. Now, early research shows that THCV may help unlock cannabis’ full medical potential while avoiding the … Read more
Your pancreas ensures you have the enzymes and hormones needed to digest food and regulate blood sugar. When it suddenly turns on you, unleashing digestive enzymes to essentially digest itself instead, the pain is brutal and unrelenting. Acute pancreatitis can swiftly lead to organ failure and late treatment is fatal nearly a third of the … Read more
