Category: Wellness

Does Your Gut Want You to Get High? Exploring the Cannabis–Microbiome Connection

“To see an individual… as really an entire world in their own right… is a beautiful and wonderful idea.” — Ed Yong What if your experiences with cannabis isn’t just in your brain—but in your gut? The idea sounds absurd at first. But when you consider the trillions of bacteria, viruses (including phages), fungi, and … Continued

Patch On, Peace Out: Why Consumers are Choosing Transdermal Cannabis Products

Cannabis has long been a plant of many pathways—smoke curling in the air, oils under the tongue, and edibles slowly releasing their effects. Yet, among these well-trodden routes, a quieter revolution is unfolding just beneath the skin. Here lies the distinction between topical and transdermal. While topicals linger on the surface, soothing localized discomfort, transdermal … Continued

Craft Cannabis Carts: How Small Operators Are Beating Big Weed

Although I’ll eat the strawberry when frozen It’s not the very berry I’d have chosen. The naughty admen claim with gall divine That it is better than the genu-ine New language they devise to sing its praise But only le bon dieu can coin a fraise Taste Buds, En Garde! – Ogden Nash Our ignorance of … Continued

Cannabis, Appetite, and Metabolism: Insights from the Farokhnia Study and Beyond

The relationship of cannabis with appetite and metabolism extends far beyond the well-known “munchies.” This article features insights from leading clinicians and researchers, exploring cannabinoids like THC, THCV, and CBD, their impact on hormones and the microbiome.   “Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you what you are.” — Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin … Continued

Unraveling the Mystery of CHS: An Untamed Frontier in Cannabinoid Science

Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) is a paradoxical condition causing severe nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain linked to cannabis use, affecting up to 2.75 million Americans. Often misdiagnosed, CHS requires greater awareness among healthcare providers. The article explores its history and potential causes. Advancing diagnosis and research is essential to improving patient care and outcomes.

Contamination Concerns in the Legal Cannabis Industry: A Lesson for New Jersey Consumers

Recent reports from reputable sources like The Wall Street Journal, The Boston Globe, and Chemical & Engineering News highlight alarming concerns about contamination in the legal cannabis industry. The issue, particularly mold contamination, but also pesticides and heavy metals, is pervasive in states with established markets such as California, Massachusetts, and Michigan. While these reports … Continued

The Dance of CBD with THC - A Little More, A Little Less in Each Step is a Balancing Act of Tempo and Intensity

Valley Wellness Insights (Sept 2024) The Dance of CBD with THC – A Little More, A Little Less in Each Step is a Balancing Act of Tempo and Intensity “Good timing is invisible. Bad timing sticks out a mile.“ — Tony Corinda How do you consume your cannabis or hemp products? Do you take a … Continued

From Fast Food to Gourmet: Hemp Takes the Leap from Hotdogs to Haute Cuisine

“One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.” – Virginia Woolf Introduction The culinary world is always on the lookout for ingredients that not only enhance flavor but also add nutritional value. Hemp, particularly its seeds and seed oil, have emerged as a game-changing ingredient in gourmet food, offering … Continued

CBG vs. CBD: The Ultimate Stress Relief Showdown – And the Winner Is...

“In joy or sadness, flowers are our constant friends.” – Okakura Kakuzo Perhaps you have heard that cannabis and its ingredients can influence mood or anxiety? The research has been clear for more than a decade, that compounds like cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabigerol (CBG) affect the biological signals in our brain related to anxiety. Occasionally, these scientific … Continued

Exploring the Aromatic Diversity of Cannabis Strains: Beyond Terpenes

The world of cannabis is as diverse as it is fascinating, with each flower or extract offering a unique sensory experience. For years, a few terpenes were hailed as the primary contributors to the distinctive aromas of different cannabis chemovars or varieties. However, a groundbreaking study published in ACS Omega reveals that minor, non-terpenoid compounds play a significant role in shaping the exotic scent associated with your favorite strains or varieties of cannabis. This new understanding promises to help change the way we perceive and classify cannabis varieties.