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·April 10, 2024·7 min read

Cannabis Compound Curbs Anxiety

A new study illuminated the anxiety-reducing potential of d-limonene, a natural component of cannabis, when combined with THC. The research showcases how vaporized d-limonene can mitigate the anxiety and paranoia often induced by THC, opening avenues for safer medicinal and recreational cannabis use.

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·March 27, 2024·7 min read

THC Metabolism Could Influence Cannabis Use Disorder Risk

Researchers linked differences in THC metabolism to varying effects of cannabis use and the risk of developing Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD). The study, which included young adults with and without CUD, found that genetic differences in THC-metabolizing enzymes can lead to stronger and longer-lasting effects of cannabis, especially among females who metabolize THC more slowly.

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·March 12, 2024·5 min read

Delta-8 THC: Rising Use Among Teens Raises Health Concerns

Approximately 11% of 12th-grade students in the U.S. have used delta-8-THC in the past year, a psychoactive substance derived from hemp with effects similar to traditional THC. This analysis is part of the 2023 Monitoring the Future survey, highlighting concerns over the accessibility of delta-8 products to teenagers, especially given the absence of federal age restrictions for purchase.

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·October 25, 2023·5 min read

Marijuana is A Potential Risk to Teen Brains Predisposed to Schizophrenia

Researchers studied the effects of THC, marijuana's main psychoactive compound, on adolescent mouse brains. The study found THC-induced structural changes in microglia, specialized brain immune cells, possibly aggravating a genetic predisposition to schizophrenia.

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·July 11, 2023·6 min read

Debunking Myths: Cannabis Compound is Not A Psychedelic

Recent research has debunked claims that THC-O-acetate, a cannabinoid compound, has psychedelic effects similar to LSD or psilocybin. The study surveyed nearly 300 participants' experiences with the compound and found no strong evidence to support the supposed psychedelic effect.

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·July 6, 2023·6 min read

Prenatal THC Exposure May Risk Lifelong Health

A recent study shows that exposure to THC during pregnancy could significantly affect fetal development, leading to life-long health impacts on offspring. The research discovered that THC exposure altered the placental and fetal epigenome, changes that are consistent with common neurobehavioral conditions like autism spectrum disorder.

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·April 13, 2022·6 min read

How Cannabis Affects Our Cognition and Psychology

Researchers investigate how cannabis can influence a number of cognitive and psychological processes.

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·December 31, 2021·7 min read

The ‘Runner’s High’ May Result From Molecules Called Cannabinoids – The Body’s Own Version of THC and CBD

New findings reveal exercise increases levels of endocannabinoids in the body. The findings may explain some of the beneficial effects of exercise on the brain and body.

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·October 6, 2021·4 min read

Cannabis Causes Birth Defects in Susceptible Mice

In-vitro exposure to THC can cause birth defects in genetically predisposed mice. THC interferes with Hedgehog signaling in the developing mice, leading to an increased risk of birth defects.

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·July 14, 2021·4 min read

Cannabis Terpenes Provide Pain Relief and Contribute to ‘Entourage Effect’

Cannabis terpenes, the part of the plant which provides aroma and flavor, may provide therapeutic benefits in controlling pain, a new study reports.

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·July 8, 2021·5 min read

Novel Study of High-Potency Cannabis Shows Some Memory Effects

Study reveals high-potency cannabis does not impact decision-making performance but does affect memory in relation to free recall, source memory, and false memories.

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·June 29, 2021·6 min read

THC May Mellow Cooking Pot Bound Lobsters

Researchers investigate whether vaporized THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis, alters behaviors and pain responses in lobsters bound for the boiling pot.

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Cannabis Compound Curbs Anxiety

THC Metabolism Could Influence Cannabis Use Disorder Risk

Delta-8 THC: Rising Use Among Teens Raises Health Concerns

Marijuana is A Potential Risk to Teen Brains Predisposed to Schizophrenia

Debunking Myths: Cannabis Compound is Not A Psychedelic

Prenatal THC Exposure May Risk Lifelong Health

How Cannabis Affects Our Cognition and Psychology

The ‘Runner’s High’ May Result From Molecules Called Cannabinoids – The Body’s Own Version of THC and CBD

Cannabis Causes Birth Defects in Susceptible Mice

Cannabis Terpenes Provide Pain Relief and Contribute to ‘Entourage Effect’

Novel Study of High-Potency Cannabis Shows Some Memory Effects

THC May Mellow Cooking Pot Bound Lobsters

Attention Networks Predict Adult Language Learning Success

Obesity Accelerates Cognitive Aging

Psilocybin Unlocks Lost Memories in an Alzheimer’s Patient

GLP-1s Linked to Low Blood Pressure and Fainting Spikes

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