Emma Stone

Emma Stone is a journalist based in New Zealand specializing in cannabis, health, and well-being. She has a Ph.D. in sociology and has worked as a researcher and lecturer, but loves being a writer most of all. She would happily spend her days writing, reading, wandering outdoors, eating and swimming.

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What are cannabis terpenes and what do they do?

Emma Stone – November 10, 2021

Learn more about cannabis terpenes, the aromatic oils that give cannabis its distinctive smell. Explore their benefits and discover how they can deepen your appreciation of cannabis. Read more

How cannabis helped me cope with grief

Emma Stone – August 28, 2019

There's a fine line between using cannabis as an aid and using it as a crutch to overcome an emotional experience. Read our first-person account on how the plant can help with grief. Read more

When Cannabis May Complicate Some Cancer Treatments

Emma Stone – September 3, 2019

Cannabis is known as a palliative treatment for cancer and may even slow tumor growth. But it may also reduce the effectiveness of a certain kind of cancer treatment. Read more

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What are cannabis terpenes and what do they do?

Emma Stone – November 10, 2021

Learn more about cannabis terpenes, the aromatic oils that give cannabis its distinctive smell. Explore their benefits and discover how they can deepen your appreciation of cannabis. Read more

How does cannabis affect the gut microbiome?

Emma Stone – November 5, 2021

Health-conscious individuals are all about the gut microbiome and the gut-brain connection. The gut microbiome represents a fundamental part of us—a sizable six pounds of your body weight can be attributed to trillions of bacteria, viruses, and microbes living deep within your gut. Read more

Can CBD help with cancer treatment?

Emma Stone – February 2, 2021

How does cannabis affect hormones that control appetite, stress, and fertility?

Emma Stone – October 28, 2020

The endocrine system regulates hormones and some metabolic functions in the body, as does the endocannabinoid system. Read more on how cannabis can affect hormones. Read more

Study suggests psilocybin can positively change emotions and brain function long-term

Emma Stone – October 26, 2020

Ready to change your mind? It’s easy to get stuck in how we view and move through the world, but a new study shows that psilocybin may be able to help. Read more

Can CBD help athletic performance?

Emma Stone – October 15, 2020

Athletes are turning to CBD to help with a multitude of sports-related injuries and issues. But is it just hype? Read more

Does cannabis help or hurt the immune system?

Emma Stone – September 17, 2020

Some studies suggest cannabis can help the immune system, while others imply the plant can suppress it. Learn more about the current research on how cannabis effects the immune system. Read more

Is the cannabis entourage effect real?

Emma Stone – August 13, 2020

New studies refine our understanding of the entourage effect in cannabis and whole-plant medicine but some question it. Read more

COVID-19 and medical marijuana patients: What you need to know

Emma Stone – July 29, 2020

During the COVID-19 crisis, states are opening up online ordering and delivery options so medical patients can get marijuana safely. Check out what your state's doing. Read more

Cannabis for IBD: Can it help?

Emma Stone – July 8, 2020

IBD includes disorders characterized by chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, leading to symptoms such as abdominal cramps, diarrhea, fatigue, and weight loss. Can cannabis help? Read more

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