Category Archives: Health

Anecdotes that may change the way you perceive cannabis Since 1996, when California became the first state in the US to legalise medical cannabis, widespread authorised medicinal use of marijuana has been gathering momentum across the globe. It would have been impossible to come so far without thousands of scientific studies backing the therapeutic potential of cannabis.Continue reading “The Famous Human Stories That Changed How We Look at Cannabis”

Understanding the Cannabinoid System The legalisation of cannabis at the state and federal level in many parts of the world has led to a rise in its consumption, both recreationally and medicinally. Cannabis and its related products such as edibles, oils, and tinctures are now easily accessible to citizens, and legal for them to use. When ingested,Continue reading “What is CHS?”

What is a Marijuana Stock?  It’s almost certain that the cannabis referendum will likely lead to some form of legalization of the drug. As such, the country is currently witnessing the emergence of trends found in other countries that have legalized either the medicinal or recreational use. Marijuana stocks are one of those trends. InContinue reading “An Inner Scoop of Marijuana Stocks in NZ”

What is Medicinal Cannabis? The history of medical cannabis dates back to thousands of years ago, way before cannabis became a prohibited substance in most parts of the world. The therapeutic potentials of the drug have been known for many centuries, but cannabis remains banned in most parts of the world because of its psychoactivityContinue reading “An Inner Scoop of Medicinal Cannabis in New Zealand”

From Legislators to Growers and Users, How Everyone is Faring with Medical Legalisation 85% of Australians are in favor of cannabis legalisation. Many people know of or are themselves patients with various symptoms who do better with medical cannabis than with traditional medication. Many of these patients have had a range of treatments attempted, from pain pillsContinue reading “3000 Australians are Now Able to Obtain Medical Marijuana”

What are cannabinoids? Cannabis oils are concentrated extracts derived from the resins of the cannabis plant. These oils are full of cannabinoids – the naturally occurring chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant. The most popular chemical compounds contained in the cannabis plant are the psychoactive, Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and the non-psychoactive, Cannabidiol (CBD). When ingested, these cannabinoids interact withContinue reading “Alternatives to Cannabis Oil”

The emergence of cannabis oils and their benefits Almost all parts of the cannabis plant can be utilised. The plants’ leaves, flowers, buds, and seeds can be used for several preparations catering to the needs of its consumers. One such preparation is cannabis oil. The increasing acceptance of the crop has led to research into its benefits,Continue reading “What is Cannabis Oil?”

The media’s romance with the cannabis industry The cannabis industry has all the juicy elements to keep the media buzzing over it. The war on drugs; Shocking recoveries in medical cases where Western medicine failed; Big money politics; Billions of dollars in revenue for governments and businesses;  Heated legalization debates. Sound familiar? In the wakeContinue reading “Is The Media Fair In Its Coverage Of Cannabis’ Popularity”

The different types of cannabis leaves. The number of leaflets on cannabis leaves may vary according to the type of cannabis plant. It also depends on the growth cycle. Usually, there are many strains of cannabis, but there are three varieties of the plant: Sativa, Indica, and Ruderalis.  What can cannabis leaves be used for? Cannabis leavesContinue reading “Exploring the Cannabis Leaf”

Every legally grown marijuana plant is locked into a state tracking system The United States (U.S.) cannabis industry plays a pivotal role in healthcare and several other areas, including the economy and criminal justice. With 33 U.S. states and the District of Columbia (DC) legalising cannabis for medical use, as well as 10 states and DC legalisingContinue reading “Tracking Legal Weed in the USA”