Category: The Endocannabinoid System
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Forget Dry January – Alive in 2025 – Why Ditching Alcohol Should Top Your New Year’s Resolutions
Read more: Forget Dry January – Alive in 2025 – Why Ditching Alcohol Should Top Your New Year’s ResolutionsLet’s be honest—alcohol has been the life of the party for centuries, but in 2025, it’s time to call it what it really is: a toxic frenemy that’s overstayed its welcome. As we prepare to ring in the new year, why not toast to something truly life-changing? Say goodbye to the empty calories, hangovers, and…
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Understanding the Difference Between Indica and Sativa: Change Your Perspective
Read more: Understanding the Difference Between Indica and Sativa: Change Your PerspectiveMarijuana is typically classified as a binary: Indica or Sativa The original distinction between Indica and Sativa lies in their botanical traits, However, recent research shows that these botanical differences don’t consistently correlate with the effects people experience when using cannabis.
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Cannabinoids and Skincare
Read more: Cannabinoids and SkincareResearch on cannabinoids such as CBD (cannabidiol), CBN (cannabinol), and CBG (cannabigerol) has shown promising potential for skin health, particularly in areas like wound healing (cuts and burns), anti-aging, and regulating inflammation. A key part of these benefits stems from how cannabinoids interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system (ECS), specifically through CB1 and CB2 receptors.…
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Cannabinoids and CTE: A Growing Area of Research
Read more: Cannabinoids and CTE: A Growing Area of ResearchChronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a neurodegenerative condition associated with repetitive head trauma, often seen in athletes like football players, boxers, and military personnel. It results in brain damage that leads to symptoms like memory loss, cognitive decline, depression, impulsive behavior, and motor impairment. There is increasing interest in the role cannabinoids may play in…
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CBG – Is Cannabigerol the Next BIG Nootropic?
Read more: CBG – Is Cannabigerol the Next BIG Nootropic?Cannabigerol (CBG) is increasingly recognized as a nootropic, a class of substances that enhance cognitive function, particularly in areas like memory, mood, and stress management. Recent studies have demonstrated CBG’s potential in improving verbal memory, reducing anxiety, and alleviating stress without the intoxicating effects commonly associated with cannabinoids like THC. For instance, a clinical trial…
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The Endocannabinoid System
Read more: The Endocannabinoid SystemThe endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a complex cell-signaling network within the human body that plays a key role in regulating a variety of physiological processes, including mood, pain sensation, appetite, and immune function. The ECS consists of three core components: endocannabinoids, receptors (CB1 and CB2), and enzymes that break down these compounds. Endocannabinoids are naturally…