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Why Most CBD Products May Not Help You & How to Find Products That Will
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on May 2, 2023read moreMind & Matter is a monthly column by Nick Jikomes, PhD, Leafly’s Director of Science and Innovation. Cannabidiol (CBD) is the second most abundant cannabinoid found in cannabis, after THC. It’s commonly believed to be non-psychoactive, a myth arising from the fact that it’s non-intoxicating–it won’t get you high. Based on how it works in the […]
Is secondhand cannabis smoke harmful?
Emma Stone - Published on March 27, 2023read moreBeyond the issue of accidentally getting high, what are the respiratory risks associated with secondhand weed smoke or vapor?
How to think about cannabis and cardiac health
Leafly Staff - Published on March 22, 2023read moreFar more research needs to be done.
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Does smoking weed negatively impact running performance?
Rae Lland - Published on March 9, 2023read moreMany runners may wonder if weed is negatively impacting their workout. Leafly spoke with a doctor to learn more.
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Are magic mushrooms addictive?
Emma Stone - Published on March 8, 2023read moreLearn what the research says about psilocybin’s potential for addiction, and how it may even be used to treat it.
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Does CBD lessen the effects of THC? Recent studies question a common belief
Pat Goggins - Published on February 28, 2023read moreTwo new studies claim that CBD does not reduce the psychoactive effects of THC, reversing a commonly held idea of one of CBD’s benefits. Learn what the new research says.
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Can psychedelic mushrooms trigger psychosis?
Emma Stone - Published on February 22, 2023read moreScientists are investigating psilocybin’s ability to treat various mental health conditions, but can it make you go crazy?
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Can cannabis replace opioids?
Josh Kaplan - Published on February 21, 2023read moreThe opioid crisis is not getting better, and new strategies are needed to solve it. Learn what the science says about how cannabis can help with opioid use.
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What to know before buying magic mushroom spores
Anthony DiMeo - Published on February 9, 2023read moreYou can buy magic mushroom spores in almost all 50 states. Learn what to know before buying spores, including types of spores, and where to get them.
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Tripping with your significant other: Healing with psychedelic couples therapy
Emma Stone - Published on February 7, 2023read morePsychedelics work on the brain by interrupting negative habits. A single psychedelic session can transform one’s perspective, and help couples work through relationship issues.
