How $1 Million Of NFL Funding Will Be Used For Cannabis And Concussion Research

A three-year study funded by the National Football League has been approved to investigate the potential of CBD for preventing concussions in players.  The study, which will also explore whether cannabinoids can be used as an alternative to opioids for pain management, hopes to address an unmet need among athletes at risk of head injuries … Continued

Study: Most Migraine Sufferers Have Reduced Or Eliminated Their Use Of Prescription Drugs With Cannabis

Migraine patients report mitigating their symptoms with cannabis and many also acknowledge using marijuana in lieu of other prescription medications, according to data published in the journal Neurology Clinical Practice. Investigators affiliated with Yale University’s School of Medicine surveyed responses from 1,373 patients from a tertiary headache center. Just under one-third of respondents acknowledged being … Continued

San Francisco Set To Host Inaugural Weed Week

The city-sanctioned version of the famous 4/20 Hippie Hill event in San Francisco has been canceled, but it’s not the end of 4/20 celebrations in San Francisco. SF Weed Week, will feature a variety of events beginning with an art opening featuring cannabis mylar art on April 5 and a schedule of events running April … Continued

CBD’s Potential To Treat Pain, Cancer, Schizophrenia, COVID And Other Conditions Highlighted In New Scientific Review

A new scientific review highlights the potential of CBD to treat and manage the symptoms of conditions like epilepsy, pain, cancer, schizophrenia, diabetes and COVID-19, among others.  The study, “Beneficial effects of cannabidiol from Cannabis,” was published last month in the journal Applied Biological Chemistry. In addition to the overview of cannabis on human health, … Continued

Pheno Hunt with Shiloh Massive

Amidst the thriving cannabis community, Shiloh stands out with a mission that spans over three decades. His meticulously cultivated seed bank and relentless pursuit of rare terpene profiles set him apart in 2024. Join us as we explore the intriguing world of phenotype hunting and Shiloh’s unique journey.   At the core of Shiloh’s endeavor … Continued

Hash 101

Cannabis hash, also known as hashish, holds a significant place in cannabis culture due to its long history and versatility. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the fascinating history of hash, its characteristics, and how it can be consumed.   Hashish has been used for centuries, with origins dating back to ancient civilizations in … Continued

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