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Andrea Nestoroska
Andrea is a contributor to several cannabis blogs, where she covers cannabis news, benefits, and current state laws. When she is not writing, she likes to keep up with the latest news in the cannabis industry or read stories that uncover the healing secrets of this plant.
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ProductsHow long does weed stay fresh and what’s the best way to store it?
You’ve probably heard that you should store your cannabis in a cool and dry place, but that doesn’t mean you...
Sep 15, 201911 min -
PlantA guide to cannabis compounds
Cannabis is a complex plant with a remarkably rich chemical profile. The plant contains more than 550 natural components, out...
Sep 12, 20197 min
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RecipesAVB edibles: top 5 recipes for already vaped bud
AVB is leftover weed that’s been used in a dry herb vaporizer. AVB is short for already vaped bud, although...
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ProductsBest cannabis beverages in 2024
Cannabis drinks are one of the fastest-growing sectors of the industry. Drinkable cannabis is subtle, letting you get lifted without...
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ProductsBest live rosin gummies of 2024
Who doesn’t love a gummy? Discreet, delicious, and potent, gummy edibles are a fan-favorite delivery method for a reason. But...
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CBD is undeniably having a moment in the mainstream, showing up in products from seltzers to socks. It’s not hard...
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Of all of the wonderful products you can make from cannabis, topicals are perhaps the least appreciated. These aptly named...
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ProductsThe 5 best cannabis lubes for 2024
Who doesn’t want great sex? Incorporating cannabis into the bedroom is just one way you can spice up your sex...
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Cannabis products for pets are rapidly growing in popularity across the world. It’s no surprise since most owners will do...
Jan 4, 202311 min -
TreatmentHow to find the right strain for you
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PhysiologyWhat is the endocannabinoid system?
Discovered by scientists in the early 1990s, the endocannabinoid system is responsible for regulating many basic functions throughout the body...
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PlantCannabis ruderalis and its game-changing autoflowering trait
Is ruderalis a type of cannabis or a different species? That’s a question that botanists have been debating for decades. ...
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Products
How long does weed stay fresh and what’s the best way to store it?
You’ve probably heard that you should store your cannabis in a cool and dry place, but that doesn’t mean you...
Sep 15, 201911 min -
PhysiologyIs sex better when you’re high?
Does cannabis lead to better sex? For many consumers, the answer is an enthusiastic yes. Heightened sensations, a relaxed mind,...
Sep 15, 20196 min -
ProductsEverything you need to know about Rick Simpson Oil
Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) is a concentrated cannabis extract with high levels of THC. RSO rose to fame in online...
Sep 22, 20199 min -
DeliveryIs vaping marijuana a healthier alternative to smoking?
Vaping entails heating up cannabis (or another substance) until it creates a vapor that can be inhaled. It doesn’t require...
Sep 29, 20198 min -
ProductsCannabis topicals — what are they and do they work?
Cannabis topicals are a method of cannabis administration that uses the endocannabinoid receptors in your skin. These products are easily...
Oct 2, 20199 min -
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What is the entourage effect?
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Oct 10, 201912 min -
PlantWhat is Anandamide?
A thoughtful gesture from a colleague, a break in the rain on your walk home, or the memory of an...
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ResearchCan CBD help you quit smoking?
CBD has gained a reputation for its therapeutic effects in recent years, and one new use for it researchers are...
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PhysiologyHow long does THC stay in your system?
THC can stay in your system for several weeks, but how long exactly depends on a range of factors such...
Dec 5, 20197 min -
ProductsHow to read a certificate of analysis (COA) for cannabis
Determining the ideal strain of cannabis can be tricky, which is exactly why Certificates of Analyses are so important. A...
Dec 11, 20195 min -
NewsCan you donate plasma or blood if you smoke weed?
Yes, you can donate blood and plasma if you use cannabis. However, there are some things you need to know...
Dec 22, 20193 min -
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The transdermal delivery of cannabis works by allowing cannabinoids to penetrate the skin and enter the bloodstream. Patches containing various...
Jan 30, 20204 min -
PlantIs it OK to smoke moldy weed?
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Feb 17, 20204 min -
PlantWhat is THCV and why is everyone talking about it?
THCV is just one of over 500 chemical compounds found in cannabis, but its unique effects and serious medicinal potential...
Feb 25, 20204 min -
DeliveryIs smoking weed bad for your lungs?
Though it may sound counterintuitive to everything we know about smoking cigarettes, inhaling cannabis can actually increase airflow to the...
May 20, 20206 min -
ResearchCan you fail a drug test from secondhand marijuana smoke?
You may have thought it was a cannabis urban legend, but there actually is scientific evidence that you could fail...
Jul 14, 20205 min -
TerpenesHumulene
What is humulene? Have you ever smelled a cannabis chemovar that reminds you of hops? If so you’ve likely encountered...
Sep 6, 20203 min -
NewsStudy: Strain names don’t mean much, give ‘false sense of diversity’
What happened when researchers took thousands of cannabis samples representing 396 strain names to a laboratory? The analyzed samples turned...
Oct 5, 20203 min -
ResearchWhy a standardized cannabis dose is a bad thing. And a good thing
Could a standard dose of marijuana, or more likely, THC, benefit cannabis research and improve medical cannabis treatment? In theory,...
Oct 18, 20207 min -
ProductsWhat are cannabis suppositories?
Even people who have never in their life consumed cannabis probably know what a joint is. Pot brownies and all...
Oct 19, 20203 min -
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Choosing the right dose of marijuana can be very tricky. People often take too much, thinking that it’s the amount...
Nov 5, 20206 min -
StrainsBest marijuana strains for depression
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Nov 24, 20205 min -
PhysiologyHow cannabis affects women and men differently
The cannabis experience is significantly influenced by mindset (intention/expectation) and setting (environments of consumption and post drug onset). One’s male...
Nov 25, 20206 min -
NewsWhy don’t pharmacists know more about CBD?
By the time you finish this sentence, a new CBD product may have been released. But while research has shown...
Dec 1, 20207 min -
DeliveryTHC syrup: What is it and what can you use it for?
For generations in every corner of the Earth, countless elixirs have come as syrups that go down easy and provide...
Dec 15, 20205 min -
NewsHow cannabis interacts with psychedelics
In the United States, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris have committed to decriminalizing cannabis. The UN also...
Dec 24, 20208 min -
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Jan 4, 20215 min -
PlantWhat is CBG?
CBG (cannabigerol) is by far one of the most important cannabinoids in the cannabis plant. It is often called "the...
Jan 21, 20219 min -
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It’s a lovely morning somewhere in the Blue Ridge mountains of North Carolina, and Jon Kennedy has one last step...
Jan 31, 202110 min -
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PlantEdibles vs smoking: which is better?
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May 13, 20216 min -
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Oct 9, 20216 min -
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Oct 21, 20217 min -
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Oct 27, 20216 min -
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Nov 2, 20217 min -
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Nov 11, 20215 min -
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The majority of cannabis users can attest to having experienced a common phenomenon known as cottonmouth. At the peak of...
Nov 21, 20213 min -
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Nov 21, 20216 min -
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Oils, creams, skin balms, gels and serums made from cannabis come in all shapes and sizes, and many of these...
Dec 20, 20217 min -
PhysiologyHigh thoughts: what are they and why do they happen?
There are many different experiences that can come from using cannabis. But one of the most noticeable impacts that cannabis...
Dec 28, 20219 min -
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Thanks to the ongoing legalization of marijuana, stories of pets eating weed are becoming quite common. Dogs, cats, and other...
Jan 24, 20225 min -
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Pruning isn't "essential" for healthy cannabis growth, and when done incorrectly it can actually harm a cannabis strain. However, learning...
Feb 10, 20224 min -
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Dopamine is an important neurotransmitter in the central nervous system that is involved in key functions like learning, memory, motor...
Feb 17, 20226 min -
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In general, cannabis can be helpful for male sexual function, including getting and maintaining an erection, but also for men...
Feb 24, 20224 min -
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Bubble hash, also known as ice water hash, is a specific type of hash concentrate made with ice water. It’s...
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Mar 3, 20228 min -
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So much attention is placed upon THC and CBD that sometimes the less abundant cannabinoids are forgotten about or not...
Mar 7, 20227 min -
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For people with ADHD, cannabis has long been a source of relief and support. Despite the prevalence of ADHD diagnosis...
Apr 13, 20227 min -
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Anxiety is one of the major reasons why people consume cannabis. Even before this was an area of scientific interest,...
Apr 28, 20227 min -
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What is shake weed? Shake is made up of the tiny remnants that fall off the flower as it is...
May 6, 20224 min -
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CBDA, also known as cannabidiolic acid or CBDA, is a chemical naturally produced by cannabis and is especially abundant in...
May 13, 20226 min -
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One of the most common uses of medical cannabis is to treat chronic pain. In fact, modern research on cannabis...
May 13, 20229 min -
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Have you ever had a mind-blowingly good idea while you were high? More than half of cannabis users report the...
May 17, 20227 min -
DeliveryHow to put out a joint and save it for later
The joint is an iconic cannabis delivery method, and one of the first things most people think of when they...
Jun 9, 20225 min -
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Did you know there’s a blood shortage in the United States right now? In January 2022, the Red Cross announced...
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Seniors enjoying cannabis? Don’t look so surprised. Despite being in the early classes of the war on drugs, legalization has...
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There are a lot of ways to consume cannabis on the market. One option that’s lesser-known but worthy of more...
Jun 20, 20224 min -
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Laced weed is another way to describe cannabis that has been altered with another substance. Despite what sensationalist headlines would...
Jun 21, 20224 min -
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While CBG (cannabigerol) has been hailed ‘the mother of all cannabinoids,’ it’s time to reveal the true heir to the...
Jun 23, 20226 min -
PhysiologyHow to lower your cannabis tolerance
If you’re a regular cannabis user, you may have noticed that over time, it takes more weed to get the...
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Cannabis and the menstrual cycle have more in common than you might think. Both have been shunned by polite society,...
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You can’t have a healthy plant without healthy roots. But as the invisible backbone of your plants, it can be...
Jul 27, 20225 min -
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Cannabis is often described as a “magic plant”, but it’s not the only one with seemingly magical medicinal qualities -...
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How toWhat happens if you microwave cannabis?
No matter what the internet (or Snoop Dogg) tells you, no matter what videos are trending on social media, putting...
Aug 5, 20224 min -
PhysiologyDoes CBD show up on a drug test?
The short answer is no, CBD doesn’t show up on a drug test – because drug tests are looking for...
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The great outdoors. The sun shining high, a breeze blowing through, and somewhere in the distance a bird calls. What...
Sep 7, 20227 min -
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First, let’s clear up that slang you heard at a party when someone was referencing their weed with terms like...
Sep 12, 202211 min -
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Cannabis has been used to help combat vomiting in medical spaces since the 1980s, but plant lovers have known about...
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PhysiologyCan cannabis use during pregnancy contribute to low birth weight?
Cannabis is one of the most commonly used substances during pregnancy. Stigmas around weed are subsiding and the plant is...
Oct 17, 20228 min -
PlantWhat is a revegged cannabis plant and why you should try it
Revegging, or simply reveg, is exactly what it sounds; it is the process of reverting a cannabis plant that is...
Oct 31, 20225 min -
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Psychedelics were first discovered by indigenous cultures surveying the land for resources. Through trial, error, and knowledge sharing, they began...
Dec 12, 202225 min -
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For hundreds if not thousands of years, human beings have been separating glandular trichomes from cannabis plants, pressing them into...
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Migraines are a peculiarly painful condition. They affect millions of people worldwide, and can strike without warning or relief for...
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CBDCan cats and dogs overdose on CBD?
Since 2018, hemp has been an ingredient in demand. The sudden explosion in availability has given rise to hemp as...
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May 30, 20217 min -
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Jul 13, 202110 min -
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Without landraces, we wouldn’t have weed. That may sound overdramatic, but it’s true! Cannabis landraces are the original strains from...
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Soil is the root of all plant life...because it literally feeds the roots! Sure, you could use hydroponics to grow...
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Cannabis is everywhere these days. From CBD toothpaste and pillows to lotions, face creams and everything in between, it seems...
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Who says that edibles have to be filled with preservatives and added sugars? As the edibles market continues to grow,...
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Growing weed outdoors isn’t as simple as throwing seeds in the ground and letting Mother Nature take care of the...
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Glassy, glazed, bloodshot eyes – the most obvious sign anywhere in the world that someone has just gotten high. Red...
Oct 25, 20226 min -
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When it comes to topical cannabis products, transdermal patches stand a notch above. These small patches deliver cannabinoids that cross...
Dec 7, 20227 min -
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Cannabis suppositories are small, meltable, cone-shaped solids made from a fatty base (usually coconut oil) and cannabinoids, designed for easy...
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Tossing and turning at night? Unable to shut down your restless mind to get some much-needed rest? Cannabis may be...
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In recent years, cannabis edibles have gained popularity among users seeking an alternative consumption method to smoking or vaping. Edibles...
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With legalization sweeping the world in recent years, cannabis enthusiasts and seekers of alternative wellness solutions are increasingly turning to...
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DeliveryWhat are edibles and how do they affect your body?
One of the unique features of cannabis is that it’s available in so many different formulations. There have never been...
Sep 12, 201910 min -
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One of the main reasons cannabis has so many diverse uses is the plant’s ability to produce a wide variety...
Sep 12, 201911 min -
DeliveryCannabis consumption methods
There are three primary categories of cannabis consumption methods — via inhalation, oral, and topical — but within those categories...
Sep 12, 201910 min -
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When you walk into a cannabis dispensary, there’s a very good chance that the first question you’ll be asked —...
Sep 13, 20197 min -
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Terpenes are the aromatic oils found in all plants. These molecules are responsible for the distinct smell and taste of...
Sep 15, 201911 min -
PhysiologyClinical endocannabinoid deficiency: When does it happen and why?
Modern medicine has become somewhat advanced when it comes to treating certain medical needs, but meanwhile many conditions remain mysterious...
Sep 29, 201910 min -
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When it comes to cannabis, there’s a lot of contradictory information out there on whether the plant can be addictive...
Oct 10, 20198 min -
ProductsHow many grams in an ounce of marijuana?
Dime bags, eighths, and g’s - cannabis is a world with its own language. If you’re new to buying cannabis...
Nov 6, 20193 min -
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Food and cannabis combine so many of the greatest experiences that life can offer - spending time with loved ones,...
Nov 20, 20196 min -
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There’s plenty of evidence showing that cannabis can help with a variety of medical conditions. Like anything else you put...
Dec 1, 201910 min -
DeliveryCannabis oils: the different types and what they’re used for
What is cannabis oil? The term ‘cannabis oil’ is incredibly generic. Without any additional context it can be used to...
Dec 5, 20198 min -
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Red eyes are one of the most common side effects of marijuana, and a tell-tale sign that someone in the...
Dec 22, 20198 min -
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If you’ve tried cannabis — particularly a variety with high levels of THC — you’ve probably experienced one of its...
Dec 23, 20195 min -
PhysiologyTHC metabolism: How your body metabolizes cannabis
Drug metabolism is the entire process of how drugs are transformed and converted from one chemical form to another. That...
Dec 26, 20196 min -
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It’s conventional wisdom that’s been passed down for generations and is accepted as de facto gospel among marijuana smokers —...
Feb 12, 20205 min -
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If you were around in the United States in the 80s and 90s, you may remember the classic anti-drug advertisement,...
Apr 22, 20205 min -
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Now that cannabis has become more accepted in North America, many cannasseurs are eager to try their hand at indoor...
Dec 27, 202010 min -
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One of the most common unwanted side effects of cannabis, a spike in heart rate, also happens to be one...
Mar 29, 20218 min -
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An unknown number of recovered COVID-19 patients are walking through a fog, uncertain when it will end and what can...
May 5, 20215 min -
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The scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn’t stop to think if they should. This...
May 5, 20215 min -
PlantWhat is Delta-8-THC? Is it safe?
What if there was a type of weed that was fully legal, safe to use, you could buy at the...
May 6, 20218 min -
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How long do the effects of inhaled cannabis last? Whatever your own lived experience has taught you, according to two...
May 16, 20217 min -
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“All over the world, we know that patients suffering from ADHD use cannabis. This is something all psychiatrists know,” Dr....
May 28, 20214 min -
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Women who regularly use cannabis are more likely to suffer from sleep issues than male cannabis users, a new study...
Jun 13, 20214 min -
CBDWhat is CBD? Everything you need to know
Cannabidiol (CBD) belongs to a class of molecules called cannabinoids, which are produced almost exclusively in cannabis — hence the...
Jun 15, 202118 min -
CBDWhy organic is so important when it comes to CBD
A simple glance at the CBD products in your local health store or supermarket makes one thing certain - companies...
Jun 16, 20217 min -
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Everyone has a favorite album they like to pair with cannabis, a movie they really love to watch when high,...
Jun 20, 20218 min -
PlantWhat are cannabis chemovars and chemotypes?
Cannabis categorization and nomenclature is more complex than you might think — and more important, too. The standard categorization in...
Jun 29, 202110 min -
ResearchCan you smoke weed before surgery?
Chronic and occasional cannabis users are at no greater risk of complications from anesthesia, according to a new study published...
Jul 7, 20214 min -
PlantWhat is delta-10-THC? Is it safe?
Delta-10-THC is a synthetic isomer of delta-9-THC, meaning it is made from the exact same elements and has the same...
Jul 11, 20214 min -
PlantCan you eat raw weed?
It’s very simple. “Raw weed won’t get you high because it has not been decarboxylated,” says Dr. Junella Chin, an...
Jul 13, 20216 min -
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If you love vaping cannabis, then you’ve probably faced this scenario. For weeks on end, you dump the brown, vaped...
Jul 15, 20214 min -
StrainsBest weed strains for sex
The singer Billy Joel once said that there’s nothing better than good sex, but even a peanut butter and jelly...
Jul 20, 20216 min -
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Jul 21, 20213 min -
PhysiologyWhy edibles don’t work for some people
There are numerous reports of people for whom edibles don't produce the high they expect, even if smoked cannabis does...
Aug 1, 20215 min -
ResearchCan cannabis make you more empathetic?
Empathy is the ability to put yourself in someone else’s shoes; to look at life from another’s perspective; and to...
Aug 25, 20215 min -
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The percentage of Americans over 65 who had reported using cannabis in the past year had increased tenfold between 2006...
Aug 29, 20216 min -
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Countless works of music and art show the sort of open-minded, vulnerable and imaginative mindset that many people associate with...
Sep 2, 20215 min -
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Sep 9, 20217 min -
PhysiologyWhat are the ‘weed shakes’ and how can you prevent them?
If you’ve ever tried cannabis you’ll be familiar with some of its most common side effects. For example, cannabis cotton...
Sep 9, 20216 min -
PlantWhat is THC-O-Acetate? Is it safe?
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Sep 12, 20216 min -
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There are a lot of different molecules in nature, and though cannabinoids are rather rare, they are extremely abundant in...
Sep 12, 202121 min -
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The CNN headline could hardly have been more alarming if it tried: “Young adult cannabis consumers nearly twice as likely...
Sep 12, 20214 min -
ResearchIf you like how cannabis smells – does that mean it’ll be better for you?
Do you love cannabis strains that smell like a citrus grove? Do you prefer buying an eighth that smells like...
Sep 17, 20214 min -
News1 in 5 caregivers provide their autistic children CBD as a treatment, survey finds
One in five caregivers of children with autism give them CBD as a form of treatment, and 31% started CBD...
Sep 21, 20213 min -
PhysiologyDoes cannabis enhance masturbation?
All too often, the topic of sex centers around bodily gratification, from arousal to climax, and remains focused on physical...
Sep 26, 20215 min -
DeliveryWhat to add to your spliff instead of tobacco
A spliff of perfectly cured cannabis flower mixed with some tobacco can feel great, but comes at the cost of...
Sep 29, 20216 min -
PlantWhat is cannabis wax and can you make it?
Crumble, budder, batter, honeycomb - the world of cannabis wax can be confusing to the uninitiated, but it’s a club...
Sep 29, 20218 min -
PhysiologyCan cannabis help support social interactions and reduce social anxiety?
Cannabis use has been linked to a diverse array of therapeutic effects on health and wellbeing. But what about its...
Oct 3, 20218 min -
PhysiologyDoes weed lower testosterone?
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