Post-traumatic-stress-disorder or PTSD is a dynamic condition that affects an increasing number of the population. Its list of side-effects is long, and the symptoms can be quite debilitating when offset. Which experts in the medical field are having a hard time finding a treatment suitable for. That was until the research into psychedelics and specifically …
With advancements in the weed industry as a whole, plant genetics have come a long way. We now better understand what indica and sativa strains mean, and breeders are even crossing genetics to better harness unique effects or benefits. This also means…we have a better understanding of what types work best for chronic pain too. …
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Since the recreational sale of cannabis became legal in Canada in 2018, Canadians have grappled with one question: where can they buy weed? While the answer to “where should I buy weed in Vancouver” shouldn’t be that difficult, it’s not as easy of a question as it sounds at first. Provinces and territories each have …
Once you caught on to the differences between shatter, wax, distillate, and other cannabis concentrates… a new one emerged onto the market. That being the rise of Live Resin products. Recently, more and more brands are diversifying their concentrate goods with the most elite of them all. Live Resin has its own unique and individual …
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ADHD is the most common psychological disorder in Canada and affects 4% of adults worldwide. Meanwhile, opioid use is running rampant and addiction is frequent with commonly prescribed medications for the condition. But, with a wave of legalization for medical marijuana and recreational use, cannabis is seeming to address both issues. Not only can the …
In many circles, purple weed is prized far beyond its green-hued brethren. Many smokers will deliberately seek out purple cannabis, or “purps,” eschewing other strains regardless of potency or flavour. Sometimes this reputation is deserved – others, not so much. That begs the question: what exactly is it that makes weed purple? And is purple …
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Although possession and use of cannabis became legal in Canada in 2018, some people are still hazy about the laws surrounding marijuana. That’s understandable – since weed used to be illegal, it’s natural for people to be wary. In this post, we’ll cover some of the laws surrounding marijuana possession in Canada and how it …
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 …
Weed’s Effect on the Brain – Latest Scientific Research Read More »
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 …
