They relied on marijuana to get through the day. But then days felt impossible without it
As daily cannabis use rises to historic levels in the U.S., some longtime users are finding it harder to quit.…
Did Brittney Griner Get Arrested Again? Fact Checking Viral Claim Against WNBA Star
Brittney Griner has a checkered past when it comes to the law. Griner, a WNBA champion, star, and Team USA…
THC drinks are flying high. A new hemp law could kill the buzz
Drinks infused with cannabis' buzzy compound THC are wildly popular and available in many states. But a year from now,…
What to know about pot addiction and treatment
Doctors say it's possible to get hooked on pot. There's a widespread misconception that marijuana is not addictive, and it's…
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Cannabis can relieve pain short-term, but we still don’t know how
There is some evidence that cannabis is an effective short-term pain-reliever but long-term users may experience more pain...Read More
Japan to legalize cannabis-based medicines
Japan has passed a bill to legalize cannabis-based medicines in a landmark revision of its stringent drug laws, while toughening…
One in eight older adults use cannabis products, suggesting need to screen for risks
More older Americans use cannabis now than before the pandemic, with 12% saying they've consumed a THC-containing substance in the…
Vaping vs edibles: How does the way we use cannabis alter its effects?
Edibles, vapes and joints all contain the same psychoactive compounds, but the effects they have on the body vary...Read More
Why does weed give you the ‘munchies’? Here’s what the science says
There may be several reasons why cannabis encourages people to eat, including the fact that the psychoactive compound in the…
Cannabis probably doesn’t help you sleep better
Many people take cannabis to help them sleep, but there is little evidence that the drug makes a difference...Read More
The ancient origins of cannabis and our changing attitudes towards it
Cannabis attitudes are undergoing a seismic shift but what do really know about the drug? Our three-part special podcast series…
Our favorite cannabis vaporizer is $90 off for Cyber Monday
Amanda ReedWhen it comes to saving money on Cyber Monday, this is a CANNabis deal, not a CAN'Tabis one. The…
People feel more creative after using cannabis – they aren’t
There is no strong evidence that taking cannabis improves our ingenuity, although it does make users feel more creative...Read More
