Cannabis Science3 min read
Munchies With a Mission: Foods That Turn Up the High
Ever wonder why a mango feels like a secret weapon on smoke night? From myrcene-rich fruits to omega-3-packed nuts, certain foods can amplify THC's effects.
Cannabis Science
The biology, chemistry, and pharmacology behind how cannabis interacts with the human body.
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Cannabis Science3 min read
The 10,000-Year Road Trip of Ganja 🌿
Did you know humans and cannabis have been best friends for over 10,000 years? Take a quick, fun look at how this plant conquered the globe.
Cannabis Science4 min read
How Cannabis Rewires the Brain and Body
Discover the fascinating science of how THC and CBD flip biological switches in the brain, from inducing hyper-focus and the munchies to triggering memory blanks and unpredictable paranoia.
Cannabis Science4 min read
The Entourage Effect: Strong Theory, Thin Human Evidence
The entourage effect is used to sell full-spectrum products. Part of it holds up well, part of it rests on almost no human data, and the difference matters when you are choosing.
Cannabis Science4 min read
CBG, CBN and CBC: What the Minor Cannabinoids Actually Do
Minor cannabinoids are the industry's newest premium category. Their chemistry is genuinely interesting. The human evidence behind most product claims is close to nonexistent.
Cannabis Science4 min read
Cannabis and the Brain: Adolescent Risk, Adult Recovery
Cannabis does not kill brain cells. What it does depends heavily on when you start, and most acute cognitive effects in adults resolve with abstinence.
Cannabis Science4 min read
Cannabis Genetics: How Breeders Actually Make a Strain
Cannabis breeding is selection, not engineering. Understanding genotype against phenotype explains why two jars of the same strain can be completely different products.
Cannabis Science4 min read
Cannabis and the Immune System, Including Autoimmune Disease
Cannabinoids dampen immune signalling. That is potentially useful in autoimmune disease and potentially dangerous if your immune system is already compromised.
Cannabis Science4 min read
Cannabis Drug Interactions: The Ones That Actually Matter
Cannabis is not pharmacologically inert. CBD inhibits liver enzymes that clear a large share of prescription drugs, and a few of those interactions have serious consequences.
Cannabis Science3 min read
The Endocannabinoid System: How Cannabis Works in Your Body
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a biological system that explains how cannabis affects the body. Learn about receptors, endocannabinoids, and cannabis interaction.
Cannabis Science3 min read
Cannabis Terpenes: What They Are & Why They Matter
Cannabis terpenes are aromatic compounds that determine the smell, flavor, and effects of each strain. Learn about the most important terpenes and their benefits.
Cannabis Science4 min read
Cannabis Weed Plant: Anatomy, Growth & Life Cycle
Explore the anatomy of the cannabis weed plant from roots to trichomes. Understand growth stages, male vs female plants, and what makes each part important.
Cannabis Science3 min read
What Is THC? Effects, Benefits & How It Works
THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the main psychoactive compound in cannabis responsible for the 'high.' Learn how THC interacts with your brain and body.