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Leo is a science writer with a focus on environmental and food research. He holds a bachelor's degree in biology from Newcastle University and a master's degree in science communication from the University of Edinburgh.
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Psilocybin Is Safe to Give to Anorexic Patients, Trial Finds
Researchers gave the ‘magic mushroom’ drug to ten participants with anorexia, who then received follow-up psychological support.
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FDA and FTC Sends Warning Letters to Delta-8 THC Brands Over Their Child-Friendly Packaging
The FTC say this kind of marketing is “reckless” as the emulated products are appealing to children.
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Cannabis Edibles Can Ease Pain and Improve Sleep For Cancer Patients, Study Finds
After two weeks of cannabis use, the patients reported significant improvements in their sleep and cognition as well as reductions in their levels of pain.
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Raphael Mechoulam, “Father of Cannabis Science”, Dies at Age 92
The news comes from friends and colleagues who have shared their condolences and tributes.
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What is Lab Shopping? And How Can The Cannabis Industry Tackle It?
The legal cannabis testing sector is plagued by lab shopping. Is there a solution in sight? Analytical Cannabis looks at six possible reactions to this growing issue.
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Cannabis Distillate: What Is It and How to Make It?
Analytical Cannabis provides breaks down cannabis distillate, from what it is to how it's made.
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Cannabis Bong Smoke Isn’t Safe to Inhale, Says Study
After a unique study, which involved measuring cannabis smoke from eight separate smoking sessions, the researchers concluded that bong smoke isn’t safe to inhale.
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Cannabis Users Have Lower Heart Rates, Study Finds
Regular cannabis consumers tend to have a lower resting heart rate than those who don’t use the drug, according to a new study.
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Awakn’s Ketamine-Gambling Disorder Study Expands To Test Whether the Drug Can Also Treat Binge Eating
Back in August of 2021, recruitment was underway for a first-of-its-kind study to assess whether ketamine can help treat gambling addiction. Now, the company behind the trial has expanded it to include three other behavioral addictions: binge eating disorder, compulsive sexual behavior and internet gaming disorder.
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Stroke Patients Who Smoke Cannabis Have a Higher Risk of Developing a Complication, Study Finds
Young cannabis consumers seem to be at a higher risk of developing long-term disabilities following a stroke, according to new research.
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