Marijuana
Marijuana explores its uses, benefits, and potential risks, providing insights into its medicinal and recreational applications, as well as its effects on health and wellness.
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What Happens When You Mix Caffeine and Cannabis?
Some studies indicate that using caffeine together with cannabis could produce effects that differ from taking either substance on its own. There may also be potential hazards to consider. Some commercial products already pair caffeine with two primary cannabis constituents, CBD and THC. Before combining them, it’s important to know how caffeine and cannabis might […]
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How Long Does It Take for Edibles Take to Kick In?
The time it takes for an edible to take effect varies with its formulation and amount. Products that are swallowed usually require more time to act than those absorbed in the mouth, such as lozenges. Edibles are food items infused with cannabis. They appear in many varieties, from gummies to brownies, and can include one […]
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Cannabis Use Linked to Better Sleep In People With Insomnia
Daily cannabis use was associated with better sleep for people with insomnia in a recent study. Participants also noted reductions in anxiety, depression, and pain. Improvements in insomnia persisted through the 18-month study, though the magnitude lessened over time. Specialists warn that tolerance might limit cannabis’s long-term usefulness as a sleep aid and point to […]
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What to Know About Hash Oil
Hash oil is a highly concentrated cannabis extract with much greater THC levels than typical cannabis products. While it may offer increased benefits, its potential harms are also amplified. Hash oil is a potent cannabis extract that can be inhaled, vaped, eaten, or applied topically. It is derived from cannabis plants and contains THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol), […]
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What Are Marijuana Moon Rocks?
Marijuana moon rocks are exceptionally potent, even for experienced cannabis consumers. They combine different forms of cannabis into a concentrated nugget that’s been dipped or coated with hash oil. Use them with caution. Moon rocks are often regarded as the “champagne” of cannabis — some people even call them cannabis caviar. They consist of multiple […]
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What Happens If You Smoke While on Blood Thinners? (It’s Trickier Than You Think)
(img by HealthCentral) Let’s Get Real: Why This Even Matters At first, I thought it was nothing… just a couple of puffs to take the edge off, maybe help me sleep better or just chill out after a gnarly week. We’ve all seen those memes about “self-care,” right? But honestly, I never really stopped to […]
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The Smoke Can Take Marijuana Could Cause Blood Clots: Let’s Talk Risks (and Real Life)
Why This Conversation? Alright… Let’s just call it out. Most people lighting up or vaping marijuana aren’t thinking about their arteries. (I mean, who pauses mid-puff and wonders, “Is this giving my blood vessels a hard time?”) But hey—now that you’re here—let’s unravel the not-so-obvious stuff about the smoke can take marijuana could cause blood […]
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Is Cotinine in Weed? Inside the Overlap Between Weed, Nicotine, and Testing Worries
(img by News-Medical) It’s Complicated: Let’s Dig In You know that moment—right before a health checkup or a new job drug test—when you suddenly panic about everything you’ve smoked, eaten, or even just been around? Maybe you’re one of the millions who use weed to wind down, and now you’re wondering… is cotinine in weed? […]
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Does Weed Show Up on a Nicotine Test? Here’s the Real Story (No Filter)
(img by GoodRx) Wait, Why Do People Even Ask? Most people don’t realize that when you’re anxiously prepping for a nicotine test—like, say, for health insurance or a job—your mind kind of spins out. Random questions pop up: “Did I eat poppy seeds? Should I stop vaping?” And for a lot of us (yep, talking […]
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Can Weed Trigger Tobacco Swab Results? Let’s Get Honest
Not Your Average Test So let’s call it out… you just spent a weekend chilling with friends, and maybe someone sparked up a joint. It’s not even your thing—you just love a good board game! But now, you’ve got this nagging thought: if work does a mouth swab (for tobacco, weed, or who knows what), […]