A LOOK BACK ON THE PSYCHEDELIC HISTORY OF MDMA
As historians may tell you, drugs were treated much differently ten to one hundred years ago versus how they are used today. Sometimes essential oils and medications evolved into some of the most feared and lethal substances on the planet. For example, did you know the drug crystal meth was originally a sleep medication and […]
WHY MEN CAN PROCESS MARIJUANA BETTER THAN WOMEN
Regardless of what popular culture and media might relate, the simple truth is that women and men and psychologically and physically different. As a result, they react to foods, drinks, and (most importantly) chemicals differently. For example, research has confirmed time and time again that women have less body fluid than men, who (as a […]
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THC AND CBD EXPLAINED
Despite having a very simple purpose, marijuana itself is actually a fascinatingly complex organism. In fact, the cannabis plant comes into two strains (indica and sativa) and contains 500 chemical compounds called cannabinoids. Once consumed, these chemicals enter our system and directly interact with our endocannabinoid system (a portion of the brain). As a result, […]
SOME FACTS ABOUT THE CANNABIS OIL CALLED TERPINOLENE
Anyone who has held the plant or has been around someone who smokes it will instantly recognize the distinctive fragrance produced by marijuana. Over the past couple of years, the drug has gained popularity and increased notoriety for its mind-altering and addictive qualities. In fact, weed use has been confirmed to predate some of the […]
THE WHITE HOUSE WILL REVEAL ITS CANNABIS POLICY AFTER THE ELECTION
When it comes to the global debate on marijuana, the United States is front and center as a divided nation in terms of complete legalization. As of March 2018, nearly half of the country has legalized medical use for the drug (with an additional eight states fully legalizing recreational use, as well), and politics have […]
SOME INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT THE MARIJUANA GREY AREA IN VANCOUVER
After 100 years of prohibition and three years of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s term, the Canadian people are finally celebrating the legalization of marijuana across the country. Now, adults ranging from 18 to 19 years old can recreationally use the drug or consume it for medical purposes without any legal issues. Even more promising, the […]
CONSIDERING IF MARIJUANA SHOULD BE AN ALTERNATIVE PAINKILLER FOR ATHLETES
In terms of its purpose in the field of medicine, marijuana has definitely shown signs of promise. Although it is a potentially addictive, psychoactive substance, the drug has earned popularity as an alternative form of medicine for patients suffering through advanced chemotherapy and intense treatment for HIV/AIDS. In more recent studies, a group of scientists […]
SAY HELLO TO THE MAN WHO DISCOVERED THE FIRST ENDOCANNABINOID
Have you ever wondered how the chemicals in cannabis make you feel high? After consuming marijuana (via smoking, eating, or drinking), a cannabinoid called THC (delta 9-tetrahydrocannabinol) flows through the bloodstream and enters the nervous system, where it comes into contact with our brain. Afterward, the chemical stimulates the reward center, activating the release of […]
A CLOSER LOOK AT THE ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM
How do you get high? This is a question that, for the most part, people can answer perfectly. A drug flows into your system, gives the reward center of your brain a little nudge, and stimulates the release of a magic chemical called dopamine. As a result, you will feel overly happy, energetic, or psychotic […]
THE UNDERGROUND DATE RAPE DRUG CALLED KETAMINE
Going to a party or an event should never be a frightening time for people. After all, you just want to escape from a hectic workplace or have a good time with your friends and loved ones. Nevertheless, thousands of men and women fall pretty to deadly crimes, including sexual assault and rape, while attending […]