People who consume or smoke marijuana may experience what is known as gastrophosis. This increased appetite after marijuana is a well-documented effect that THC has on our endocannabinoid system and brain. What exactly happens to our body that we experience such a strong craving and need for culinary experiments after cannabis?

The Czech Republic on the global cannabis map presents itself as a progressive country - they introduced access to medical marijuana as early as 2013, but have a few regulations to keep in mind. How much does marijuana cost in the Czech Republic and does it require a prescription?

It's important to keep in mind that the Czech Republic, despite being described as a progressive country, has well-developed laws regarding drug policy - its availability and regulation are strictly controlled, while marijuana for recreational use remains illegal.

The effects of marijuana withdrawal can vary depending on a person's individual characteristics and the degree and duration of the substance's use (occasional use vs. addiction), and it is these factors that determine both the time it takes to quit and the extent of symptoms. Therefore, in this publication we will separate the two categories and look at how each of these processes takes place.

Access or the ability to possess marijuana is regulated by laws in almost every country in the world. There are few places where the law sets no rules or is ambiguous. The vast majority of countries have carefully crafted cannabis policies. Where in the world is marijuana legal in 2024?

Every year, millions of people take cannabis in various forms, but by far the most common is in the form of inhaled smoke or vapor from its dried product. Whether this is done recreationally or for medical reasons, one cannot forget that cannabis affects our body on many levels. How long do the effects last after smoking marijuana?

There is no clear answer to the question of how many grams of marijuana can be harvested from a single bush, but we will present selected variables that can affect the yield of marijuana and the final amount of dried product from a given plant. It is important to remember that the way it is grown and the conditions that will be provided to it are not the only factors that affect the final amount of product.

The American Society of Clinical Oncology has published new guidelines for the use of hemp cannabinoids by adults with cancer. They are based on current scientific knowledge about the feasibility of including cannabis and hemp extracts in cancer therapy. Let's take a look at some of the issues addressed in the ASCO guidelines. Medical cannabis and hemp extracts in oncology - guidelines March 13, 2024 [...]

Hemp is a species of plant in the hemp family, native to Central Asia. It has been cultivated for thousands of years (as early as 10,000 years ago in China) for medicinal, food and textile purposes.

Treatment of mental disorders - psychotherapy or drugs? In the 1950s and 1960s, new psychiatric drugs, primarily antidepressants and anti-anxiety drugs, changed the approach to treating mental disorders, relegating the previously popular psychotherapy (primarily psychoanalysis) to the background. However, in view of the evidence of the superior effectiveness of treating mental disorders with a combination of pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy, in the second decade [...]

Shiitake mushroom - nutritional and medicinal properties Shiitake mushrooms are among the most widely cultivated mushrooms in the world. Their nutritional and medicinal properties are of interest to nutritionists and other scientists seeking natural compounds to support the treatment of common diseases and ailments. Shiitake mushrooms are particularly valued for their immune-modulating properties, supporting normal metabolism, [...]

Treatment of mental disorders - psychotherapy or drugs? In the 1950s and 1960s, new psychiatric drugs, primarily antidepressants and anti-anxiety drugs, changed the approach to treating mental disorders, relegating the previously popular psychotherapy (primarily psychoanalysis) to the background. However, in view of the evidence of the superior effectiveness of treating mental disorders with a combination of pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy, in the second decade [...]

The Reishi mushroom has become the subject of numerous modern scientific studies. They show that it has the potential to become the basis of antidepressant, immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory or anti-cancer drugs. In this article, we describe the results of several studies on yellow lacquerwort. Reishi - the mushroom of longevity in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) The Reishi mushroom (yellow lacquerwort, Ganoderma Lucidum) has traditionally been used in China [...]

Choosing the right blotters or blotting papers for CBD dry is important, as it can affect the taste and comfort of smoking. Here are some factors to consider: Size: Blotters and blotters are available in different sizes. Choosing the right size will depend on the amount of dried tobacco you want to burn. Material: Blotters and blotters can be made of different [...]

CBD's effects on sleep are still being studied, and the results are inconclusive. Some studies suggest that CBD can: Reduce the time it takes to fall asleep Increase the amount of sleep Improve the quality of sleep Reduce the number of awakenings during the night Alleviate symptoms of anxiety and stress Other studies have found no significant effect of CBD on sleep. Mechanisms of action: CBD interacts with the [...] system.

Okres wykrywalności marihuany w organizmie zależy od wielu czynników, w tym: Częstotliwości i intensywności używania: Osoby regularnie palące marihuanę będą miały dłuższy czas wykrywalności niż osoby palące sporadycznie. Ilości zażytej marihuany: Im więcej marihuany zostanie zażyte, tym dłużej będzie ona wykrywalna w organizmie. Indywidualnego metabolizmu: Metabolizm każdej osoby jest różny, co wpływa na czas usuwania THC z organizmu. […]

Konopie indyjskie, znane również jako marihuana, od wieków były wykorzystywane do różnych celów, w tym do leczenia problemów ze snem. W ostatnich latach wzrosło zainteresowanie wykorzystaniem konopi w leczeniu bezsenności i innych zaburzeń snu. Mechanizmy działania: Konopie zawierają wiele kannabinoidów, w tym THC i CBD, które oddziałują z układem endokannabinoidowym organizmu. Układ ten odgrywa kluczową […]

Lion’s Mane wykazuje potencjał przeciwzapalny, neuroprotekcyjny i przeciwdepresyjny oraz może zwiększać zdolności adaptacyjne układu nerwowego do radzenia sobie z trudnymi czynnikami zewnętrznymi (zarówno na poziomie fizycznym, jak i psychologicznym). Prowadzonych jest coraz więcej badań naukowych nad właściwościami leczniczymi soplówki jeżowatej, w tym nad możliwością jej zastosowanie w chorobach Alzheimera i Parkinsona. Może być również stosowana […]

Adaptogens from mushrooms have been used for centuries in traditional medicine in various regions of the world. Modern scientific research is shedding new light on their mechanism of action. In the case of the Chaga fungus (Subcortical spinneret, Inonotus obliquus), it is worth noting studies on its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant or anticancer effects, as well as data describing the effect of this adaptogen in type 2 diabetes.

Adaptogens increase the body's resistance to physical and psychological stress and its endurance. In animal studies, it has been shown that plant adaptogens can stimulate the body to produce a certain protein that stimulates the body's defensive response under stress and helps it recover from stress.

More than 32,000 studies on the medical use of cannabinoids of cannabis have been published over the past decade, including 4,000 each year in 2021, 2022 and 2023, according to a NORML report. We know more and more about cannabis, we understand more and more about its mechanism of action in various cases, which in turn makes its use increasingly safe. Find out what most of the research on medical marijuana is about.

Smoking dried cannabis before training - effects on athletic performance and training satisfaction

Researchers at Cornell University are investigating the possibility of using hemp cannabinoids as ingredients in natural pesticides.

The results of earlier studies suggest that plants have begun biosynthesizing cannabinoids precisely to protect themselves from herbivores and insects that prey on them. With this knowledge, will it be possible to protect crops in an environmentally friendly way?

We can talk about a renaissance of psychedelics, not only among users - more and more researchers, clinicians, psychologists and other health professionals are interested in the use of psilocybin, LSD, MDMA and other psychoactive substances in the treatment of people with depression, anxiety disorders, addiction, etc. Will a substance found in hundreds of species of psilocybin mushrooms revolutionize approaches to mental health?

Like most medicinal substances, cannabinoids in cannabis can lead to negative health consequences if abused or used in a way that is not appropriate for one's condition. New data suggests that in some situations, marijuana use may increase the risk of heart attack and heart failure in some people. In contrast, previous studies have shown benefits of CBD use in certain cardiovascular diseases. We look at this information below.

The hemp cannabinoids CBD and THC can interfere with the metabolism of certain drugs, and in the case of antidepressants, can also affect their effects at the nervous system level. According to available data, cannabis can affect the effectiveness of antidepressants, with the dose of one and the other possibly playing a role in the occurrence and extent of this effect.

The characteristic red eyes after marijuana are the culprit of the cannabinoid THC. Using cannabis in which there is no THC, as well as extracts containing CBD alone, does not have this effect.

Hemp cannabinoids can be an alternative to, or complement, other forms of treatment for neuropathic pain and allow doses of strong pain medications to be reduced. According to data collected during a retrospective study, dried hemp containing CBD and THC relieved pain and improved sleep quality in female patients with chronic neuropathic pain. According to the study's authors, hemp also has the advantage of acting quickly and causing fewer side effects than conventional drugs.

A 2023 study at the University of Colorado focused on cancer patients/women who use cannabis-based edibles ("cannabis edibles") as an adjunct to conventional cancer therapy or as part of palliative treatment. It has been shown that with long-term use, patients/clients have achieved such benefits as pain relief, improved appetite, better sleep and greater clarity of thought. This last benefit in particular deserves attention - it is a new finding, giving additional value to cannabis therapy in cancer patients/s.

A recent study conducted on mice by researchers at Northwestern University suggests that endocannabinoids, or cannabinoids produced by the human body, relieve stress, anxiety and reduce anxiety in the same way that the hemp phytocannabinoids CBD and THC do. A better understanding of how cannabinoids produced by the human body act on the brain to alleviate stress could, according to researchers, result in new treatment pathways for stress-related mental disorders. The essence of this treatment would be to regulate endocannabinoid levels.

Smoking dried hemp in combination with tobacco is common, not only among recreational cannabis users, but also among people who smoke dried CBD or medical cannabis for therapeutic purposes. The harmful effects of tobacco on the respiratory system are obvious to everyone these days. New scientific studies indicate the adverse effects of the combination of tobacco and dried hemp on mental health.

Of course, the effect of CBD on sex is individual and depends on many factors, such as the dose, tolerance to CBD, as well as a person's health and mental condition.

CBD, like other hemp cannabinoids, acts on the human body through the endocannabinoid system - activating it and through it regulating processes in other body systems. Receptors of the endocannabinoid system are scattered throughout the body, and its purpose is to maintain balance (homeostasis) in the body.

Efekt otoczenia, czyli wzajemnego uzupełniania się związków zawartych w konopiach, jest często używanym argumentem za stosowaniem preparatów full spectrum. Korzyści płynące z tej synergii są dobrze opisane, autorem tej koncepcji jest sam Raphael Mechoulam. Warto zwrócić uwagę również na szczególne połączenie kannabinoidów CBD, CBG i THC, które jest przedmiotem rosnącej liczby badań. Wybrane opisujemy poniżej. […]