Humans have used marijuana to treat various ailments for millennia. Evidence dates back all the way to ancient China, where emperors used cannabis-infused tea to relieve pain from tooth or headaches. Since then, we’ve cultivated medical marijuana to treat symptoms of several illnesses. Notably, one prescription drug for severe epilepsy uses cannabinoids as its active …
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As research into marijuana grows, so does what we know about how the unique cannabinoids it contains interact with our internal receptors. One being, serotonin. The internal compound is often referred to as ‘the happy chemical’. Our body’s levels of serotonin can affect a number of functions and even offset a variety of common conditions. …
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One of the best things about trying a new strain is getting that first whiff of its unique aroma. For a while, many weed consumers chose their favourite strain based upon this scent or taste alone. But as experts gather more information on how the individual effects of cannabis strains are produced, there’s more that …
Research has helped prior stigmas come a long way for the actual effects of weed on the brain. Long known as a ‘drug’ that made its users forgetful, stupid, or lazy, science is now helping prove otherwise. Cannabis is a complex plant containing a variety of cannabinoids that lend to its wide range of health …
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Pot is the perfect nightcap. Stoners have touted the relaxing, chilled-out vibes of weed highs for decades. Anecdotes from smokers also tell tales of weed helping them overcome insomnia, lulling them into a gentle slumber. But what about the science behind these claims? How does marijuana affect sleep, and what benefits may it have? Insomnia …
Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a wide-reaching condition that affects a significant amount of the population. In fact, in Canada alone, 10% of the population suffers from the disorder. PTSD can be onset by any exposed or experienced trauma and knows no bounds on who it can affect. Recently, cannabis use amongst those who …
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With the rise of CBD and THC being used to treat common ailments and conditions for humans, it didn’t take long to make the pet connection. Especially considering many of the issues that cannabis can help treat, dogs and cats often suffer from too. Since research is still catching up on medical marijuana’s exact effects …
There’s no two ways about it – some strains are just legendary. Whether it’s because of their potent effects, the incredible stories behind them, or their unbeatable flavour, some strains are simply more popular than others. Sometimes, strains have a meteoric rise before falling back into the dark, recesses of the unknown. Other times, they’re …
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Of all the myriad ways to consume THC, capsules present a unique option. They’re one of the most effective ways to get THC into your body, and eschew fancy presentation for functionality. Capsules are also low-key and portable, which makes them an attractive alternative to smoking or taking other kinds of edibles. Given those parameters, …
It’s no secret that cannabis helps artists get creative. Countless songs have been written about weed (we’re looking at you, Tom Petty). French Impressionist painters smoked cannabis and hashish to inspire their works. Weed even turned the Beatles from a poppy boy band to one of the greatest rock acts of all time. On this …
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Vape pens are one of the biggest cannabis developments of the 2000s. They’ve revolutionized the way that people consume marijuana, removing combustion from the equation. Since their inception, vaporizers have matured from clunky table-bound devices to sleek, portable pens. This transformation, along with the advent of dabbing, has propelled vaporizers into the commanding spot they …
Smoking joints is a time-honoured way to get high. They’re versatile, effective, and taste great. However, many smokers are turned off by joints. It’s understandable – rolling joints can be intimidating, especially for new smokers. You don’t need to be afraid any more. We’re here to help with our complete guide to rolling a joint. …
