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This Cannabis-Inspired Drug Kills Pain Without Getting You High or Hooked

Researchers create a cannabis-derived compound that relieves pain without the risk of addiction or mind-altering effects.

Largest Study of Its Kind Finds How Long-Term Cannabis Use Affects Memory

The study looked at the effect of cannabis use on young adults who are recent or heavy users.

Cannabis may help you sleep better. But there's a catch

For some, cannabis can be a sleep savior; for others, a sleep disruptor.

Strong Cannabis May Leave a Distinct Mark on DNA, May Explain Psychosis Risk

Frequent cannabis use might alter biological pathways related to energy and immune function.

Is cannabis addiction genetic? Scientists identify genes associated with cannabis use disorder

Scientists identify potential genetic factors that could play into CanUD

How good is marijuana for pain, sleep or anxiety? What the science really says

A recent analysis of over 100 clinical trials finds limited evidence supporting marijuana's health benefits, while pointing to potential harm, particularly for pregnant women and adolescents.

Best way to seal marijuana smell? Pack it in double vacuum-sealed bags

If done right, weed stored in a double vacuum-sealed bag won't smell at all.

Combining cannabis with prescription drugs could be a bad idea. Here's why

It could amplify the negative side effects and inhibit the positive effects of prescription drugs.

Mellow out: regular cannabis users do not see a decline in motivation or ability to feel pleasure

Countering this incorrect perception will help improve the outcome of drug-reduction campaigns.

Cannabis products can really provide relief against chronic pain. But not always, and there are plenty of side effects

While they can help in some cases, you should never ignore the side effects -- and never take anything without consulting a doctor.

Thailand wants to give away one million cannabis plants for free to its citizens

Cannabis should be treated like a household crop, said the local health minister.

Cannabis poisoning cases among pets are on the rise in the US and Canada

If you use cannabis based products, be responsible and make sure they are out of your pet's reach.

Cannabis can make your brain 'slow' even after the high wears off

Cannabis hangovers are a thing.

Brain scans could help police detect cannabis impairment in drivers

Distinguishing between THC impairment and simple exposure is an urgent need in light of the recent wave of cannabis legalization.

Cannabis abuse can cause extreme sleep patterns: too little or too much sleep

Marijuana use is linked to both short and long sleep.

Skunk marijuana has chemical compounds similar to garlic, which explains the similar odor

Cannabis may also share the medical properties of garlic.

Humans started growing cannabis 12,000 years ago -- for food, fibers, and probably to get high

Humans and weed go back 120 centuries.

How good is CBD for stress and anxiety? What the science says so far

A rundown of the latest research on CBD as a therapy for anxiety and stress.

The lust for indoor cannabis has a nasty side effect: a lot of greenhouse gas emissions

Say no to indoor cannabis. Outdoor... well, that's a different story.

Synthetic CBD kills gonorrhea, may provide first new antibiotic to resistant bacteria in 60 years

Some cannabis molecules seem effective at destroying certain bacterial strains in the lab.

The chemicals that make skunks and some marijuana smell the same

Here's why some people smell like Pepé Le Pew.

CBD cream and lotion could relieve pain, but scientists are still figuring out how it works

There is still much to learn about CBD topicals but evidence so far is positive.

Marijuana use among older Americans is on the rise

OK, boomer.

Cannabis was used for religious rites in Israel, archeologists find

It’s not only about discovering temples and ancient civilizations. Archeologists can sometimes discoverunexpected surprises, such as the use of cannabis in ancient Israel.

Scientists investigate cannabis terpenes as possible COVID-19 treatment

Aromatic oils that give cannabis its signature taste and smell might have a role to play in fighting the coronavirus.

Biotech company is sending cannabis to space to see how it mutates

Hemp and coffee cell cultures will grow for 30 days in microgravity.

Cannabis reduces depression and suicidal thoughts in PTSD patients

A survey of more than 24,000 Canadians found that for those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), medicating with cannabis reduced the likelihood of experiencing severe depression and suicidal thoughts. As of 2018, cannabis is legal both recreationally and medically in Canada. This has made the drug more readily available to the general population, but […]

Exposure to THC causes alterations in the brain of unborn rats

The findings come on a backdrop of growing marijuana legalization in the U.S.

People used marijuana in rituals 2,500 years ago

High up in the mountains of China.

Americans spend $150 billion a year on illicit drugs

Americans' spending on drugs rivals spending on alcohol.

Researchers reveal how marijuana develops pain-relief molecules 30 times stronger than Aspirin

Marijuana has anti-inflammatory molecules which could be used in a new class of painkillers.

Legal recreational marijuana wreaks havoc on illegal markets, study finds

Drug users seem not to like drug dealers that much -- not if they have an alternative, anyway.

Cannabis makes exercise more enjoyable and may aid recovery

Marijuana might counter-intuitively actually motivate people to exercise more.

Cannabis legalization increases traffic fatalities -- but mostly in neighboring, un-legalized states

It's probably because of all the people driving interstate to get high, then driving back already high, the researchers believe.

Just a little bit of cannabis is enough to change the teen brain

Just one joint smoked before age 14 could increase gray matter volume in the brain.

Scientists pinpoint CBD dose for safe pain and anxiety relief without the cannabis high

More and more people are using CBD oils to manage their pain and anxiety.

Exposure to cannabis leads to cognitive changes in the offspring of rats

The findings are still preliminary, but they do suggest that mothers should abstain a bit before and during pregnancy.

Cannabis oil improves Crohn's disease symptoms

Surprisingly, the effect doesn't seem to be related to cannabis' anti-inflammatory properties.

One in ten heavy cannabis users who quit experience withdrawal symptoms

There's such a thing as cannabis withdrawal syndrome, and it's symptoms have been associated with a variety of psychiatric disorders.

Interview with Bluebird Director of Science Lex Pelger on CBD

A cannabis expert shares what he knows about the science of CBD.

Cannabis does reduce intestinal inflammation, and now we know why

Researchers hope the findings lead to a new class of drugs to help treat bowel diseases.

Regular cannabis use may impair the ability to envision one's personal future

Getting high frequently may make it difficult to imagine a personal future.

The Science and Sourcing Behind CBD

Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the dozens of cannabinoid compounds found in the cannabis plant.

Cannabis makes the brain 'noisy' when it's at rest

It's almost like the brain is 'wired' all the time while high on cannabis.

Most oncologists recommend medical marijuana, although they admit they're not informed enough

The gap is important to bridge.

Mysterious vomiting condition tied to marijuana can be relieved by hot showers, doctors say

This is a serious condition that has sent many to the ER multiple times.

Marijuana legalization helps decrease opioid consumption, research shows

In states where both recreational and medical marijuana was legalized, opioid prescriptions dropped about 14%.

Marijuna is nowhere near as dangerous to the brain as alcohol

Marijuana does not reduce the size of gray matter or white matter, unlike alcohol.

Pot twist: Cannabis component helps fight addiction in new study

A preclinical study using rats shows that Cannabidiol can reduce the risk of relapse.

The health risks of second-hand marijuana smoke shouldn't be ignored

Marijuana smoke is still smoke -- and it might clog arteries just as bad as tobacco.