Articles tagged with "research"
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The Science of Munchies: Why Does Cannabis Stimulate Your Appetite?
Lisa Rough - Published on February 25, 2015Read moreA new study from the brilliant minds at Yale University has explained one of the most curious phenomena from cannabis: the science of munchies.
Cannabis Is Exactly 114 Times Less Toxic Than Alcohol
Bailey Rahn - Published on February 24, 2015Read moreNew research published in Scientific Reports rated recreational drugs according to their toxicity, and none of us blinked an eye when we saw cannabis sitting at the very bottom of the list.
The Medical Minute: New Study Looks to Cannabis for Depression Treatment
Bailey Rahn - Published on February 11, 2015Read moreCannabis compounds hold promise as a treatment for depression, according to new research from the University of Buffalo’s Institute on Addiction.
Pediatricians Make Recommendation to Decriminalize and Reclassify Cannabis
Lisa Rough - Published on January 27, 2015Read moreThe American Academy of Pediatrics has recommended cannabis be reclassified from Schedule I so research can be conducted on potential benefits for children with debilitating diseases.
Study Finds a Joint a Day for 20 Years Shows No Impact on Lung Health
Bailey Rahn - Published on January 27, 2015Read moreNew research surveying 20 years of data reiterated a conclusion replicated by several other studies: smoking cannabis does not appear to damage the lungs, even with long-term use.
Surprise, Surprise: America’s 5 Healthiest Cities Are Also Cannabis-Friendly
Rebecca Kelley - Published on January 15, 2015Read moreNerdWallet, a money website, analyzed the healthiest cities in America. Their list of results has unearthed a curious trend: the top five cities are also cannabis-friendly.
Cannabis Use Associated with Lower Body Mass
Bailey Rahn - Published on January 13, 2015Read moreAccording to research, cannabis use is associated with lower body mass indexes. This study adds to a growing body of evidence analyzing cannabis, weight, and blood sugar regulation.
Does Cannabis Help or Hinder Creativity?
Bailey Rahn - Published on November 26, 2014Read moreA recent study reports that cannabis hinders creativity, but to what extent do we agree?
How Cannabis Counteracted One of the Most Aggressive Brain Cancers
Lisa Rough - Published on November 19, 2014Read moreNew research suggests that cannabis can be used to drastically reduce brain tumor cells.
The Medical Minute: How Does Cannabis Permanently Impact the Brain?
Bailey Rahn - Published on November 12, 2014Read moreIs cannabis truly harmless as some advocates purport, or does marijuana induce long-lasting structural changes in the brain that result in a loss of cognitive function?