Home DNA kits can help you pick a cannabis strain
They say the endocannabinoid system (ECS) is as unique as a fingerprint, and cannabis affects us all differently. Company EndoCanna Health is exploring this by offering a DNA test that will show your body’s genetics and suggest a cannabis profile accordingly, as well as products for that profile. This tool wouldn’t be with us today […]
Does cannabis help or hurt the immune system?
Cannabis is celebrated for the benefits it offers in the management of certain medical conditions. As awareness around cannabis grows, consumers are becoming better versed in the therapeutic potential of cannabinoids in the treatment of specific autoimmune diseases, inflammation, and gastrointestinal disorders. But how does cannabis affect the immune system as a whole? If you’re […]
Can cannabis be a substitute for prescription drugs?
In order for a prescription drug to reach the market, it must be extensively studied, first in animal and then in human clinical trials. Safety, efficacy, and risks must be determined. But as anyone who has seen a commercial for a prescription drug knows, there are still side effects. There are risks in stopping a […]
8 essential cannabis strains to grow at home
If you’re a regular cannabis user, you’ve probably thought about growing your own. Now is a great time to start. With cannabis prohibition lifting in many places, it’s easier than ever for would-be cultivators to glean knowledge from experienced growers. Robert Bergman is an industrial cannabis grower and breeder, but he started growing cannabis at […]
Gut Microbiota & the Endocannabinoid System
Living inside and on each of us is a vast population of bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses. Cumulatively, the microbiome includes as many cells as the human body and encodes 100 times more genetic material than the human genome. Up to 1,000 different species of bacteria live in the gut alone. With this knowledge has […]
9 Black athletes trailblazing the cannabis industry
For decades, the relationship between cannabis and sports was non-existent. Every major league except Major League Baseball has a ban on cannabis use. And the “character” issues associated with Black athletes and drug use has always been volatile. Luckily, the ‘20s are shaping up to be a new era for cannabis and the Black athlete. […]
