CBD Has Potential To Manage Symptoms Of Alcohol Use Disorder, New Scientific Review Finds

A new review of scientific literature around CBD and its effects suggests that the cannabinoid could be useful in managing symptoms of alcohol use disorder (AUD) by modulating brain networks that perpetuate addiction. To conduct the review, researchers looked at previously published neuroimaging studies involving the effects of CBD on healthy brains, examining how the … Continued

Organ Donations From Marijuana Users Pose No Significant Infectious Risks, Study Finds

A new federally funded study examining the possible risks of organ donation by marijuana users found no indication that recent cannabis use increases the likelihood of significant side effects in the year immediately after a transplant—even as many healthcare providers continue to restrict transplants from cannabis consumers. Findings of the research, which looked at rates … Continued

CBD Is ‘Safe For Long-Term Use’ In Dogs, National Animal Supplement Council Concludes After Funding ‘Comprehensive’ Study

The National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) is promoting a new study that it says shows CBD is “safe for long-term use” in dogs—a significant finding given emerging research that cannabis can effectively treat conditions such as anxiety and certain skin diseases among canines. The study found that a variety of cannabinoids, including CBD, CBDA and … Continued

Marijuana Consumers Have ‘Significantly Decreased Odds’ Of Cognitive Decline, Study Finds

Marijuana use is associated with lower odds of subjective cognitive decline (SCD), according to a new study, with people who consume cannabis for recreational or medical purposes reporting less confusion and memory loss compared to non-users. The study—which showed that recreational cannabis use is “significantly” linked to lower SCD—is especially notable given that past research … Continued

Cannabis May Be ‘Viable Alternative’ Treatment For Dogs With Common Skin Disease, Case Study Shows

Cannabis appears to be a “viable alternative” treatment option for dogs suffering from a common skin disease—especially if they experience adverse side effects from conventional steroid therapies. Researchers looked at using CBD oil on a dog with the autoimmune disease discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE). The condition, which causes hair loss and redness that could progress … Continued

The Golden Ratio of THC and CBD is 1:1, aka The Entourage Effect

Whether you’re experiencing angst or recovering from a challenging workout, the benefits from a 1:1, aka The Golden Ratio, are astonishing. The practical mix of THC and CBD offers what is called the entourage effect, giving your body the composure and calm it needs. Combining THC and CBD is the ultimate way to relax your … Continued

THCV Increases Energy and Motivation Without Marijuana’s ‘Munchies’ Effect, Double-Blind Study Finds

A lesser-known cannabinoid, THCV, appears to have more energizing effects without the fatigue and “munchies” associated with marijuana’s more prominent delta-9 THC compound, according to a new double-blind clinical study. The results of the study they conducted, showed that a THCV product “significantly increased energy, activity, motivation and well-being compared to placebo.” Researchers gave 78 … Continued

Veterans groups join calls for current administration to reschedule marijuana

Some of the nation’s largest veterans groups are pushing the current administration to “expeditiously” ease federal restrictions on marijuana, joining a growing number of calls to reschedule the drug six months after the Department of Health and Human Services recommended doing so.  Cannabis is currently classified as a Schedule 1 drug, which means it has … Continued

Young Americans Are Five Times More Likely To Smoke Marijuana Than Cigarettes, Gallup Poll Shows

Significantly more Americans now say they smoke marijuana than cigarettes—with young people being more than five times more likely to consume cannabis than tobacco, according to new Gallup polling data. Overall, 17 percent of Americans say they smoke cannabis, compared to 12 percent who reported smoking any cigarettes in the past week. The difference is … Continued

Cannabis may be the gateway OUT of drug addiction

New research has found that daily users of crystal methamphetamine who turned to cannabis to manage their cravings used the stimulant drug less, predominantly female users. The findings suggest a new harm-reduction strategy is needed for people who use illicit drugs. For years, people have debated whether cannabis is a gateway drug to other and … Continued