Marijuana Breath-Analyzer
Razi Berry With the increase in marijuana legalization, both for medical use as well as recreational use, the question of how to test for intoxication of drivers has been an increasing concern. A company from California, Hound Labs, may have solved the problem by developing a breath-analyzer that registers THC levels in the breath. Marijuana […]
Study: Chronic Cannabis Use May Negatively Affect Memory
Razi Berry Researchers are beginning to conclude that long-term use of cannabis, or cannabis derived drugs, impairs memory.1 Both recreational users, as well as those using the drug/herb for its therapeutic effects on epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain, and other conditions may be affected. Long-term use of cannabis or cannabis derived drugs impairs memory The […]
Cannabis Use in Children with Epilepsy
Razi Berry A recent research study on the use of cannabis in treatment-resistant forms of epilepsy differs from previously held beliefs about CBD versus THC.1 The study, conducted in Australia, found that parents treating children with medical cannabis extracts saw a great reduction in epileptic symptoms, up to 75 percent, however, products surprisingly contained relatively […]
Are You Safe to Drive after Smoking Pot? Guess What: There’s an App For that!
Node Smith, ND With the increase in legalization of marijuana many more people may be using the plant recreationally. Though the effects are completely different, marijuana is a mind altering substance, which raises similar questions when choosing to use it, such as “is it safe to drive,” or “how impaired am I?” Assessing impairment after […]
Hemp May be Future Treatment for Ovarian Cancer, However Expectant Mothers Should Reconsider Marijuana Use During Pregnancy
Node Smith, ND With the increase in legalization of marijuana, especially for recreational use, in states such as Washington, Oregon, Colorado, and others, there has been noted an increase in its use during pregnancy. The actual use may not have changed significantly, though the degree of openness about the previously illegal substance is likely to […]
Connection Between Coffee and Cannabis?
Node Smith, ND Studies on coffee are always fun. Anything to support our love and craving for our favorite morning beverage. A recent study from Northwestern Medicine, looked at over 800 blood metabolite changes after consuming between 4 and 8 cups of coffee.1 The study adds further research to the dozens of ways that coffee […]
Comments on Cannabis Quality and Contamination
Node Smith, ND Importance of Ensuring Product Testing: Cannabis Quality and Contamination A recent article on cannabis quality and contamination reminds us that medical cannabis is subject to the same contaminants as any other herbal product and ensuring product testing is important. Just as any other herbal or nutritional supplement, cannabis can become unintentionally contaminated, […]
Does Smoking Marijuana Lead to More Sex?
Node Smith, ND Sex Sells! It’s the marketing ploy par excellence. Deep down, most of us want to associate what we do, wear, eat, drink and the car we drive with more sex appeal. And research abounds on the associations of many of these things and our sexual habits – much of it psychological research to […]
Cannabis Dosing and Effects on Anxiety
At doses that are low enough for most people not to experience a “high,” the psychoactive compound in marijuana, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), was shown to cause significant relaxation and anxiolytic effects.1 There is a cultural stigma surrounding marijuana, that the drug creates a state of calmness when used, and many people use the drug to “relieve […]
Frequent Cannabis Use and Periodontal Disease
A recent study from Columbia University provides evidence that recreational marijuana use increases the incidence of gum disease and tooth loss.1 This is important research since marijuana use is becoming more and more popular, and many people consider it to be a “less harmful” alternative to alcohol, and other drugs. This study points out that […]