Almost half of the patients in one of the most extensive studies on cannabis and pain found “clinically meaningful” improvements in their pain after just four weeks of treatment.  The …

A new survey has found 62% of Americans would choose cannabis over pharmaceuticals to treat medical issues and three-quarters would prefer holistic treatments.  In addition, around 91% of adults who’ve …

During the unprecedented lockdowns of the global pandemic, cannabis consumption increased across Europe and North America as many people turned to weed to help them could endure the long periods …

Research into CBG may be in its infancy, but the cannabinoid is showing great potential in treating a wide range of illnesses and disorders.   Several studies have demonstrated that CBG …

My mum always told me to eat my greens. So I’m sure she’ll be pleased to hear how I’ve recently been benefiting from eating cannabis in the form of hemp …

The Ministry of Public Health in Thailand announced on Thursday 9th June that cannabis and hemp had been removed from the category 5 drug list.   This means the production importation, …

According to a new study, people who have recently used cannabis scored higher on measurements of prosocial behaviours, empathy and moral decision-making compared to non-users – prompting the question, does …

An extensive new study focusing on medicinal cannabis to treat cancer-related symptoms has found that most oncology patients experienced a significant improvement in pain, along with other cancer-related symptoms, as …

Ketamine produces its antidepressant effect, in part, by increasing insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1), a new study has confirmed.  While previous research has found that ketamine exerts some of its …

A collective of farmers are tired of the outdated and highly restrictive laws on growing hemp in the UK.  Calling for an end to what they call the “industrial hemp …

Cannabis legalisation does not lead to increases in the use of other drugs such as alcohol, cigarettes and opioids, suggesting that the long-touted ‘gateway theory’ about cannabis is not based …

Researchers have found that medicinal cannabis reduces the symptom severity of fibromyalgia while also reducing overall opiate use by patients by 17%.  The study included 306 patients enrolled in the …

For the first time ever, researchers carried out a study on the effects cannabis has on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) symptoms.  In the study titled “The Effects of Consuming Cannabis …

When a person who regularly consumes weed stops using it, they are likely going to experience specific negative symptoms of cannabis withdrawal that will affect them both physically and psychologically.  …

A new study has declared that Italy is losing out on a potential half-billion euro industry by failing to establish proper rules for smokable hemp.  In the UK, which has …

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U.S lawmakers have deemed the word ‘marijuana’ to be racist and have removed it from state bills The bill, signed by Gov. Jay Inslee on 11th March in Washington, is …

A new study found that a combination of high-dose vitamin D, omega-3s, and a simple home strength exercise program drastically reduce cancer risk in healthy adults aged 70 or older. …

People living in the United Kingdom, along with many other countries, aren’t as fortunate as those in places like the Netherlands, Canada, and Spain when it comes to accessing high-quality …

A fully legal medical cannabis patient in the UK has had his medication seized by police officers after he called them to report harassment from his neighbours. Posting on the …

A new study has found that CBD induces autophagy in nematodes, leading to anti-aging and neuroprotective effects. Autophagy is the body’s way of cleaning out damaged cells in order to …

A recent study has found that CBD-rich cannabis extract could be effective at  managing behavioral problems associated with autism in adolescents. In addition, the study states, “this treatment could be effective …

Harvard University researchers recently published a study that found people who have used psilocybin are 30% less likely to have an opioid use disorder compared to those who have never …

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A recent study has shown that CBD may have a neuroprotective effect in stroke patients, suggesting cannabinoids could actually reduce the detrimental effects that come with suffering from a stroke.  …

Cannabis has been a hot topic in the press this last week, with two seemingly contradicting stories gaining wide coverage.  One of the stories was about a new trial that …

Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a medical condition that can affect people who are frequent and long-term users.   The major symptoms comprise severe bouts of vomiting, nausea, dehydration, and abdominal …

An online survey found that twice as many people in the US are using cannabis (including CBD products) to treat their chronic pain rather than opioid medication since the arrival …

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A group of researchers in Canada have carried out research to compare the effects of smoking cannabis with different levels of THC and CBD.  They found that participants who consumed …

A pair of new studies have found evidence that medical cannabis reduces the use of opioids in patients with chronic back pain and osteoarthritis. The studies In the studies, researchers …

When it comes to laws surrounding cannabis, there seems to be a bit of a movement going on within Europe. Not only for medicinal purposes, but also recreational.    Almost everyone …

A recent study has shown that smoking cannabis can accelerate epigenetic ageing.    Emphasis on the SMOKING.   The study states that the negative effects of cannabis smoke on epigenetic age appeared …

A 28-year-old man from Lerwick in Scotland made headlines across the UK after his prescribed medical cannabis was intercepted in the local Royal Mail sorting office and seized by police …

Cannabis can be a wonderful ally, soothing discomfort, enhancing senses and boosting mood.  However, for many people, despite these advantages, cannabis can become a burden. It can impair presence, cloud …

Opioid-based painkillers could actually make pain worse in the long run, according to a new study performed on mice.  Researchers found that a short course of morphine after nerve injury …

A cancer drug based on cannabis and mushroom extracts has been shown to kill over 90% of colon cancer cells in a cell model study, according to the product’s creators …

The average THC percentage of London’s weed is 17.5%. That’s what Youtuber DrewisSharing discovered after taking a portable testing machine around with him in the UK’s capital city.  The sample …

A recent study suggests that the well-known anti-inflammatory effects of cannabis are at least partially caused by a reduction in body mass index (BMI).   While it is well-established that obesity …

Fungi are slowly but surely inching their way into the collective consciousness. Whether it’s in the realm of health, sustainability, or spirituality, our inconspicuous fungal friends are providing solutions to …

Whether you’re dabbing it, vaping it or smoking it, CBD extracts offer an enjoyable way to consume CBD.  But lots of hemp-derived extracts are trash. They taste all earthy and …

The UK has a large mental health problem. In some places, 20% of the population are being prescribed antidepressants.  At the same time, a small study out of Johns Hopkins …

An old human can’t learn new tricks right? Wrong.  Us homosapiens are blessed with an incredibly adaptable neural network, snugly situated in our heads. While it was once thought that …

Feeling a bit thin on top? Not to worry, CBD may be able to help! That’s according to a recent study that found using CBD once daily for six months …

Cannabidiol (CBD) has the ability to improve short-term verbal memory, according to a new study published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research. Authors of the study say the findings suggest …

One of the most common questions I get asked is “how can I get hold of some good hash in the UK?” Usually it’s from the more mature (ok, older) …

If you haven’t heard about cannabidiol (CBD) yet, where have you been hiding? It seems like every other day there’s a story in a national newspaper expounding the benefits of …

A new study has found that cannabinol (CBN) protects neurons from oxidative stress and cell death, two of the major contributors to neurodegenerative disorders. Published earlier this month in Free …

While the population was being told to stay in their homes in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in 2020, police around the country were using heat-seeking drones in …

It turns out that cannabis seeds were a staple part in the diet of the ancient Chinese. According to a new study, people alive during the Tang dynasty between 618-907 …

One of the biggest myths about cannabis is that it causes psychosis.  It is regularly touted in mainstream press and by prohibitionists as one of the main reasons why weed …

A new study has found that the cannabinoids CBDa and CBGa may prevent and treat Covid-19, including new variants.  CBDa and CBGa are the precursors to more commonly known cannabinoids …

Mushrooms are a true superfood.  The reproductive organs of fungi (yep, that’s what mushrooms are) are nature’s mini medicine factories and have been part of the human diet and used …

Canada has effectively legalised psilocybin and MDMA for patients with serious mental health disorders.  In what’s been called a “seismic shift” in the fight for legalisation in Canada, amendments to …

In a recent blog post on his website, balaclava-clad activist Outlaw has declared that cannabis is legal and that the police have no grounds to charge or prosecute anyone in …

A book was released in 2019 called ‘Tell Your Children: The Truth About Marijuana, Mental Illness, and Violence’. In it, author Alex Berenson warns that THC, the compound in cannabis …

A recent clinical trial has found a possible link between the use of CBD cigarettes and a reduction in antipsychotic medication use in patients with psychotic disorders including schizophrenia.  The …

A man on the Isle Of Wight has challenged a prosecution for cannabis possession by providing the court with a Cancard (a medical ID card designed to let the police …

Are you curious about psilocybin? The main psychoactive compound in so called ‘magic’ mushrooms moved into the mainstream this year thanks to its massive potential in mental health treatment.  A …

Hemp is legal to grow in the UK but farmers are not allowed to use the flower – where cannabinoids like CBD are produced. CBD is legal, however, and CBD …

Despite reports that the story was a hoax, a German cannabis company has confirmed it is in talks with the Taliban about setting up a cannabis production facility in Afghanistan. …

Have you ever lost your train of thought after smoking a bunch of weed? Or how about being so high you completely forgot what you were talking about in the …

In recent years, the consumption of magic mushrooms has soared in popularity, largely thanks to many scientific studies revealing the vast health benefits associated with psilocybin consumption.  Potential benefits include …

If you want to give up smoking tobacco in the new year, cannabis may be able to help.  This is the finding of a new retrospective survey that found medical …

Have you ever heard politicians say that there needs to be more research on cannabis or that we need to understand it better before we can legalise it?   Well, now …

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Smoking CBD-rich cannabis appears to have no significant impact on driving ability despite producing illegal levels of THC in the bloodstream, according to a recent study out of Switzerland.  Previous …

Alzheimer’s disease is estimated to affect 35-50 million people worldwide, with that number expected to triple in the next 30 years.  And as anyone who has seen a family member or …

Although cannabis has long been associated with a lack of motivation, the stereotype of a couch-locked, lazy stoner is being clouded by an increasing number of people using it in …

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I’m blown away by the quality of CBD flower these days. Four years ago when I started High & Polite, the idea of smoking hemp buds for their CBD content …

That hectic time of the year when your favourite shops are offering crazy discounts in order to kickstart the holiday spending season is upon us.  But with so many Black …

You don’t need to go for long runs or exercise for hours to get benefits. In fact, just 15 minutes of strength training each day is enough to boost your …

Scientists are fermenting genetically engineered microbes in order to create pure cannabinoids in a laboratory without cannabis plants.  ‘Precision Fermentation’ (PF) is a term that refers to the integration of genetic engineering with fermentation.   …

Over the past several years there has been a growing demand for CBD flower. Finding CBD bud online isn’t difficult, but finding high-quality CBD bud is. That’s why I’m constantly on the lookout for …

It is true that CBD has exploded in popularity in recent years. Once a relatively unknown herbal extract, CBD products are now being picked up by everyone from athletes to …

Green Party minister Lorna Slater has put the cat amongst the pigeons by speaking the truth about the current unviable situation regarding drug laws in the United Kingdom.  She sparked …

It’s mushroom season in the northern hemisphere. And that means that the green and pleasant fields and forests of the UK are littered with funghi – some of it of …

The Channel Islands are already ahead of the UK in capitalising on the liberation of cannabis. And they may stretch that lead as the legalisation of recreational cannabis could be …

A smoker in her 80s has seen a 75% reduction in the size of her lung cancer tumour after using cannabis oil, despite continuing to smoke cigarettes, according to a …

Cannabis is the most common illegal drug in the UK. It’s not unusual to smell it as you walk down the street or through a local park. However, if you …

For a while I’ve been dying to test out some delta 8 products. Delta-8 has been touted as the next big thing in cannabis for some time now – it’s effects are …

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In the United States, online superstore Amazon is encouraging Congress to approve federal legislation completely legalising cannabis.  As the world’s largest online retailer, this marks a significant shift in policy and reflects a new global acceptance of cannabis …

A 24-year-old football coach from the UK has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after Dubai police discovered four small bottles of CBD oil in his car.  Billy Hood …

Darlington Police have announced (apparently in a World’s first) that they will be slightly inconveniencing cocaine users by putting the toilet cisterns in pubs and clubs out of action for snorting with an amazing ‘Anti Cocaine’ spray.  According to …

Earlier this year, Home Secretary Priti Patel issued a stark warning that police might be instructed to conduct narcotics raids in student residences. A clear attempt at trying to manage …

Did you know that, not so long ago, magic mushrooms used to be legal in the UK so long as they were fresh?  That’s right. You could pop into your …

Smoking weed can be a lot of fun. The right dose of a doob can boost your mood, enhance your senses, and give your dreary day a sense of wonder.   …

Faced with an uncooperative Westminster, Scottish law makers have announced that all drugs, including class A drugs, can now be dealt with by using a recorded warning by the Police.   The the new measures come …

Psilocybin mushrooms (you know, the magic ones) have a way of changing people’s perspectives and igniting fires of inspiration within them.  While many insights are very personal – shining a …

CBD may be making waves as one of the most effective and reliable health-promoting supplements around, but did you know the natural compound found in cannabis plants is also great …

A pharmaceutical company has found that (in a petri dish) sub-perceptual doses of DMT increase the growth of brain cells by 40%.  The study was funded by Algernon Pharmaceuticals, who …

The party line is that all drugs are addictive, and cannabis, being a drug, is therefore addictive too. The counter to this usually comes from the pro-cannabis camp, who say …

CBD has burst onto the scene in a big way, and it’s still growing in popularity. If you know your stuff when it comes to cannabis and business and you …

The UK’s biggest cannabis expo is returning this weekend after a year hiatus due to the pandemic.  Product Earth 2021, which will be celebrating its fifth year, will feature the …

I regularly drink alcohol, smoke cannabis and tobacco, and indulge in other mind-bending drugs such as psilocybin, cocaine and MDMA – and have done so for over a decade.  By …

In the UK, most people roll their weed along with tobacco. This is the way I was shown when I first started smoking in my teens, and it wasn’t until …

The traditional flow of illicit cannabis was from Mexico to America. However, as so-called Cali Weed gains popularity among high-end cannabis connoisseurs around the world, we’re now seeing American-grown cannabis …

The UK’s second ketamine-assisted psychotherapy clinic is set to open in London by the end of the year.  Awakn Clinics London is a psychedelic-focused therapy center to treat addiction and …