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Impact of vaping high CBD/low THC products on driving ability

Researchers assess how cannabinoid levels in the blood affect driving after single or repetitive vaporization of cannabis rich in CBD.

31 Aug 2023

U.S. teens vaping CBD at alarming rates: Study reveals surprising factors behind trend

The recent JAMA Network Open study finds a significant prevalence of CBD vaping among U.S. adolescents, with higher rates among Hispanic and sexual minority youth. The study calls for targeted educational campaigns and stricter regulations to curb this growing trend.

30 Aug 2023

Researchers elucidate the mode of action of cannabinoids in inflammation

A few days ago, the federal government took the controversial decision to make the acquisition and possession of small amounts of cannabis exempt from punishment.

29 Aug 2023

American Heart Association calls for more research on e-cigarettes

Research increasingly reveals health risks of e-cigarette use, and more studies are needed about the long-term impact e-cigarettes may have on the heart and lungs, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association published today in the Association's flagship journal Circulation.

17 Jul 2023

THC-O-acetate's psychedelic effects may be greatly exaggerated

The cannabis plant is complex, with about 100 cannabinoids, or compounds, many of which science still knows little or nothing about.

11 Jul 2023

Study investigates the antioxidant activity of hemp leaves

Researchers explored the antioxidant potential and extraction efficiency of active compounds from hemp leaves using different solvents and mixtures.

11 Jul 2023

THC use during pregnancy could lead to life-long health impacts for offspring

Oregon Health & Science University researchers showed that consuming THC while pregnant could potentially affect development of the fetus and lead to life-long health impacts for offspring.

6 Jul 2023

Alcohol-induced psychomotor performance impairment in young adult drinkers with alcohol usage disorders

Researchers examined alcohol-induced psychomotor performance impairments among young adult alcohol consumers with alcohol usage disorders (AUDs).

20 Jun 2023

CBD and THC: promising remedies for aluminum-related neurological damage

Researchers assessed the protective effect of CBD and THC oils against aluminum toxicity.

20 Jun 2023

Impact of orally administered cannabidiol (CBD) on fitness and health among healthy adult individuals

Researchers evaluated the effects of oral CBD administration on the health and fitness of healthy adults.

9 Jun 2023

Unlocking the complete potential of industrial hemp using genomics

Plant biologist Alex Harkess, PhD, and his lab at HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology are on a mission to change the future of food and fiber crops, one flowering plant species at a time.

7 Jun 2023

Cannabis users' cognitive abilities compared: Flower vs. concentrate - surprising findings revealed!

Study compares the cognitive test performance of chronic cannabis flower users, concentrate users, and non-users, revealing that both flower and concentrate users exhibit poorer performance in certain cognitive tasks compared to non-users. However, there were no significant differences in cognitive test results between flower and concentrate users, suggesting similar cognitive impacts under sober conditions.

22 May 2023

Is medical cannabis treatment associated with improvements in health-related quality of life?

Researchers investigated whether cannabis treatment could improve the health-associated quality of life.

11 May 2023

Legal pot is more potent than ever — and still largely unregulated

Marijuana and other products containing THC, the plant's main psychoactive ingredient, have grown more potent and more dangerous as legalization has made them more widely available.

9 May 2023

Medical cannabis soothes cancer pain

Study evaluated the safety and effectiveness of medical cannabis in reducing pain and concurrent medications in patients with cancer. The results suggest that medical cannabis is a safe and effective complementary treatment for pain relief in patients with cancer.

4 May 2023