Cannabis is certainly an excellent all-natural way to support our cognitive functions while also healing from emotional distress or brain injury.

Neuroplasticity is the medical term given to the brain’s ability to adapt and changed based on its environment and experience. The neural networks in the brain can change, organize themselves, ...Read more

The majority of the world appears to be moving towards some form of cannabis regulation, with an eye towards liberalization.

By Andrew Ward

Global cannabis reform is gaining momentum. What started as a ripple in three countries has become a global policy movement.

While many countries, primarily in Africa and Asia, continue to ban cannabis,...Read more

More research will give HHS and DOJ more data that will support the fact that marijuana’s Schedule I status is absolutely ridiculous.

On Friday, December 2, 2022, the White House announced that President Biden signed House Resolution 8454, into law:

H.R. 8454, the “Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act,” which ...Read more

Dear Cathy,

I have a nine-year-old terrier mix with breathing problems. Years ago, a vet told me that a dog with a purple tongue has heart problems. One day, my dog’s tongue turned purple, and she seemed to need oxygen. She was licking around her mouth, panting, and lifting her head.

I’ve taken her to three vets so far. The first ...Read more

Mastering the steam chalice can take a few tries, especially if you’re a dedicated joint smoker. Even if you’re used to working with glass bongs, a Jamaican steam chalice will undoubtedly feel strange in your hands at first.

Although smoking marijuana is widespread throughout the world, Jamaica has one of the most profoundly rooted ...Read more

A new study by the AMA found medical marijuana curbed opioid use and provided an alternate route for cancer treatment.

Legal medical marijuana has been linked with reduced opioid use according to a new study conducted by the American Medical Association. Results add more evidence to the argument that legal marijuana can curb and manage opioid...Read more

Though preliminary, the results from this study offer a glimmer of hope that marijuana legalization could have more benefit than harm to offer.

By Lydia Kariuki 

A federally funded study has found no correlation between marijuana legalization and cannabis use among teens, which is relief for marijuana enthusiasts. At the same time, this ...Read more

Barriers to SBA assistance were a major complaint from cannabis companies during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite the fact that the  industry was designated as “essential” by nearly every state with a functional marijuana market.

By John Schroyer

A Democratic senator has formally introduced a bill that, if successful, would make U.S. ...Read more

Researchers found that cannabis was effective in improving cognitive function while helping reduce risky decision making, which is common among individuals with bipolar disorder.

Around 46 million people around the world struggle with the symptoms of bipolar disorder. Also known as manic depression, bipolar disorder can disrupt daily life,...Read more

Dear Cathy,

Our one-year-old female Husky mix was adopted during the height of the pandemic and was not exposed to many people outside of our immediate family. For the last eight months, she has been barking incessantly at anyone who comes into our home, especially men. Her barking will stop while the visitor sits quietly, but once they ...Read more

With seniors becoming a crucial part of the retail market, it seems high time we understand the different ways marijuana impacts us as we age.

If you use cannabis regularly or have casually enjoyed it for many years, you may have noticed it affects you differently today than it did 5, 10 or even 20 years ago. A lot of this change may have to ...Read more

Being conscious about what it is you’re doing can go a long way in mitigating lasting damage. And you certainly don’t need to hold big monster hits to get higher.

This is the second article I’m going to write where I highlight some of the more undesirable effects of smoking cannabis. Before the lynch mob comes for me, I’m writing ...Read more

As cannabis lounges start to open and more mainstream brands launch their twist on a cannabis beverage, it’s hard to see this trend going anywhere but up.

Cannabis beverages have come a long way in a very short time. Technology and science has made it possible to emulsify THC and help these beverages hit the bloodstream quicker, getting the...Read more

There’s intense competition from all corners, particularly gray market dealers who are connected to and supplied by California cannabis sources.

By John Schroyer

With the recent issuance of the first-ever recreational marijuana retail permits in New York  — and the launch of adult-use sales inching ever closer — a major question ...Read more

Dear Cathy,

I have an outdoor cat who “adopted” us six months ago. She appears to be a year old. I feed “Tiger Lilly” twice a day and provide fresh water. She always comes when she hears my voice and even allows me to brush and groom her. The tip of her right ear has been cut off, indicating she’s part of the “Catch and Release�...Read more

There are some universal red flags that you can look out for to see if it might be time for you to put down the bong and give weed a break.

With winter and the holidays fast approaching, elastic waisted sweat pants and mid-afternoon sunsets have also reemerged. The dawn of the holiday season not only brings cheer, but also tends to bring some...Read more

Recreational cannabis laws in the US may be associated with increased alcohol use, primarily among younger adults and men.

By Jelena Martinovic

Marijuana legalization is associated with increased use of alcohol, a new study published in JAMA Health Forum revealed. The startling new evidence contradicts prior research that showed that ...Read more

Before you head out to meet your family this turkey day, read up on these five essential tips so you can have a successful thanksgiving celebration with cannabis.

Cannabis lends itself quite nicely to Thanksgiving celebrations. From mouthwatering food to reconnecting with loved ones, there are all sorts of reasons why a little weed can go a ...Read more

However you do it, have a great time with your friends and remember it is all about being together with those you chose this Thanksgiving.

Friendsgiving season is officially upon us. The trend first surfaced in the mid-2000s when people began reimagining a traditional meal without family but with friends. What’s a Friendsgiving feast these ...Read more

Can the cannabinoid CBN help slow aging in brain cells, and protect the brain from age-related conditions?

It turns out that one of the ways your brain cells can remain sharp over time is with a steady dose of CBD. Some days back, the brilliant scientists at Salk revealed this fantastic discovery. They said that CBN, a minor and relatively ...Read more