Although marijuana has been researched for medical use, not nearly enough research has been undertaken, because the marijuana plant is considered a dangerous drug with no medical benefits at all. Until this is changed, more research cannot be done into the medical benefits of the plant. So far, studies have shown that marijuana has the […]

The occurrence of male breast cancer varies throughout the world. In the UK it accounts for approximately 0.7% of all diagnosed breast cancer. In the USA there is an increasing incidence, especially among black males. Approximately 2190 men were diagnosed in the US in 2010, of those almost a quarter will die from the disease. […]

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has acknowledged that chronic diseases are by far the leading cause of mortality in the world. The best way to address the health risks of chronic disease is to reduce chronic inflammation. How does cannabis help? Both THC and CBD in marijuana have demonstrated success at reducing inflammation related to […]

A Harvard University study as far back as 2011 showed that after only 8 weeks of meditation, we can actually alter our brains for the better. Marijuana has been shown to be an effective cancer treatment. Combining the two can give cancer patients a much better prognosis. The area in the brain responsible for processing […]

The first reported death in Colorado linked to marijuana edibles happened when an exchange student from the Democratic Republic of Congo jumped off a building some hours after consuming a marijuana cookie. Levy Thamba Pongi was not known to have any history of mental illness or depression and he apparently had not used alcohol, drugs, […]

Many a cannabis consumer testify that after ingesting or smoking cannabis, they experience the dry sensation in the mouth that makes it feel like they have no saliva left at all in the mouth. Swallowing becomes a challenge and even talking can be difficult. The clinical word for dry mouth is xerostomia and it is […]

Manuel Guzman, a biochemist who has studied cannabis for 20 years in Spain, has captured the headlines when it comes to brain cancer. Clinical trials based on Guzman’s work are now underway at St. James’ University Hospital in Leeds, England. Neuro-oncologists are treating patients with aggressive brain tumors in England with a combination of temozolomide […]

Anxiety is a feeling of worry, nervousness or unease about something with an uncertain outcome. This disorder affects how someone feels and behaves. Mild anxiety is a vague and unsettling feeling, but severe anxiety can be debilitating, having a severe impact on a person’s quality of life. Does medical marijuana really help? Anxiety is not […]

As an ancient, highly revered food, hemp seed contains all the essential amino acids your body needs, and hemp protein powder is considered to be a complete protein source. The trouble is, not all hemp seed and hemp protein powder products are equal. Hemp is a commonly used term for high-growing varieties of the cannabis […]

At an international health conference in Jerusalem, information was revealed as to how patients react and respond to medical marijuana. The study, carried out by Professor Shvartzman of Ben-Gurion University, Health Sciences Faculty, concluded that most users enjoy significant benefits from medical marijuana. The study looked at patients’ socio-economic backgrounds, disease profiles and observed how […]

Although campaigns against cancer are more visible for female cancers, such as breast and cervical cancers, men are more commonly affected by cancer than women. Men also have a higher mortality rate from cancer than women. Cannabinoids in the system, as well as lifestyle changes can help. The most common cancers in men, according to […]

In many industries, consumers purchase items blithely, without thinking about where the products have come from, what the companies behind those products are like when it comes to ethical practices, pesticide use, toxic ingredients and so on. The average cannabis consumer needs to be aware of where his or her dollars are going, especially in […]

There are several types of breast cancer and not all of them respond in the same way to cannabis.  Not much research has been undertaken on the subject, largely because of cannabis’ status as a schedule 1, dangerous drug, which means it cannot be researched extensively.  There is a lot of pressure on at the […]

From Hollywood to high profile execs, everyone seems enticed by the budding weed industry High profile executives, from CEO’s to managing directors have transitioned from their lucrative careers to trying their hand at acieving success in the booming cannabis industry. One such executive, Victoria Rudman, former vice president of Bear Stearns explained her reasons for […]

Evacuation work in the ancient city of Çatalhöyük in Turkey revealed an ancient and very well preserved hemp-woven fabric, which was used as a wrap for a small baby thousands of years ago. The hemp fabric is said to date back 9,000 years. The city of Çatalhöyük is a UNESCO World Heritage site and it […]