Science & Research
Marijuana, Cannabinoids and Homeostasis: A Balancing Act
Like a tightrope walker, the human body seeks balance. Your body has developed a highly honed ability to achieve an internal state of equilibrium, referred …
Organic or Synthetic CBD – Which is Best?
Why Whole Plant Cannabidiol is Superior for Medical Treatments Earlier this year, an Israeli study entitled "Overcoming the Bell-Shaped Dose-Response of Cannabidiol by Using Cannabis …
The Science of "Getting the Munchies" & Why it Helps the Critically Ill.
Cannabis has always been associated with appetite stimulation – that sensation you feel soon after consuming marijuana – some folks call it "the munchies". Well, …
Marinol Versus Cannabis: Which Is More Effective?
Cannabis and Marinol are both possible treatments for the side effects of chemotherapy and the symptoms of AIDS. Each option has its own benefits and …
The Cannabis and Pregnancy Debate
When it comes to having a baby, moms want to do everything right. Pregnancy causes women to think more about their diets, their daily exercise …
New Finds on PTSD and Medical Marijuana
Although Colorado recently declined to approve medical marijuana for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a growing body of research shows a strong connection …
Government Cancer Study Shows Cannabis Kills Cancer Cells
For patients with cancer, the only hope for treatment used to be difficult chemotherapy and radiation. Today, though, scientists are discovering that there may be …
Medical Marijuana: A Breakthrough for Parkinson's Disease?
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that destroys dopaminergic neurons. This affects movement, muscle control, balance …
CBD Oil: Breaking the Stereotypes of Cannabis
For patients looking for relief from a myriad of medical conditions, but who do not want to experience some of the side effects caused by …
Cannabinoids: Chemical Compounds with Huge Therapeutic Potential
The therapeutic properties of the cannabis plant have been known for more than 5000 years. However, it was not until 1896 that three researchers — …
Study Finds No Link between Teen Cannabis Use and Physical and Mental Health Issues
Marijuana is one of the most widely used drugs in the United States, and many studies have linked chronic use during adolescence to physical and …
Clinical Study Shows Medical Marijuana is Promising For Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic neuropathy, a sometimes debilitating condition related to nerve degeneration, may affect between 60 and 70 percent of all patients who have been diagnosed with …