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What’s the Deal With Synthetic Cannabinoids Like Spice and K2? Are They Safe?

Veriheal

K2, or Spice, is a street drug made of synthetic cannabinoids, which studies have linked to serious health problems. . Spice is one of the names frequently attached to these synthetic cannabinoids, along with the name K2. Consuming K2, the synthetic cannabinoids, is linked to psychiatric problems, which includes psychosis. .

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Research Surrounding the Effects of Cannabis on Heart Health Is Still Conflicting

Veriheal

According to a recent study published in The American Journal of Cardiology (AJC), cannabis consumption may amplify certain risk factors of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (CVD) , an umbrella term used to describe a range of heart and blood vessel-related disorders. Could cannabis be a cure or a potential cause of heart problems?

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Best strains and terpenes for nausea

The Cannigma

A 2022 self-reported study of 2,220 cannabis users from the University of New Mexico found that 96% of people experienced nausea relief within one hour of cannabis consumption, finding “statistically significant” relief within five minutes. But what about CBD , which is usually considered the “more medical” cannabinoid?

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Best strains and terpenes for sleep

The Cannigma

There have been some studies around cannabinoids and certain terpenes effects on sleep, but most of this research is preclinical, which means it’s not tested on humans yet. A chemotype is a grouping of cannabis varieties based on their chemical composition, organized by its most dominant cannabinoid. Best terpenes to calm your mind.

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Does Marijuana Make You Lazy?

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

before unsavory political figures created laws to demonize its consumption—primarily to target immigrants and minorities. There are 400 chemical entities in the cannabis plant and more than 60 of them are cannabinoid compounds. It is important for those considering trying marijuana to start slow and regulate their consumption.

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Medicinal properties of CBD

Alchimia

CBD is a cannabinoid present in cannabis plants with a very similar molecular structure to THC but without any kind of psychoactive effect. It has been demonstrated that CBD has low affinity with the CB1 and CB2 cannabinoid receptors , but it does act on other receptors of the human body like GPR55 or 5-HT1A. What is CBD?

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Cannabis laws in Japan: Is weed legal?

The Cannigma

In 2018, Epidolex became the first plant-derived cannabinoid prescription medicine to receive FDA approval. CBD has become especially trendy in Tokyo, where CBD shops and cafes allow for the on-site consumption of CBD in edibles and topical treatments. Shutterstock). How much does CBD cost in Japan?

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