44 total articles - Page 4 of 5
A list of major cannabinoids in cannabis and their effects
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on March 24, 2017Read moreCannabis produces a variety compounds known as cannabinoids. Here we list the major ones, such as THC and CBD, and some of their potential effects.
Predicting Cannabis Strain Effects From THC and CBD Levels
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on March 23, 2017Read moreLearn how you can potentially predict how a cannabis strain will affect you from the THC and CBD levels and the ratio of cannabinoids in the product.
How to measure THC & CBD content in weed
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on March 22, 2017Read moreHow much THC or CBD does your favorite cannabis product contain? Learn different ways you can estimate levels of these cannabinoids in products.
Peak THC: The Limits on THC and CBD Levels for Cannabis Strains
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on March 21, 2017Read moreLearn more about the limits on THC and CBD levels in cannabis strains, and find out if growers will continue to pack more power into their plants.
How Strain Genetics Influence THC:CBD Ratios
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on March 20, 2017Read moreLearn how the THC:CBD ratio in cannabis influences a specific strain’s effects, and find out how that ratio is connected to the strain’s genetics.
Get Ready for Leafly’s Cannabinoid Week
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on March 17, 2017Read moreGet ready for Cannabinoid Week, a series of articles that explore how THC and CBD interact and also shed light on lesser known plant cannabinoids.
Here’s What the National Academy’s Medical Cannabis Report Actually Says
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on January 13, 2017Read moreThe report found that cannabis has legitimate medical applications, contradicting the federal government’s hardline position.
Endocannabinoid System: Simple & Comprehensive Guide
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on December 12, 2016Read moreLearn more about the endocannabinoid system including how it interacts with cannabinoids and other compounds in our bodies.
Get Ready for Endocannabinoid System (ECS) Week
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on December 9, 2016Read moreGet ready for Endocannabinoid System (ECS) Week, an article series exploring what the ECS is and how it works to produce the effects of cannabis.
Is smoking cannabis bad for you?
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on November 28, 2016Read moreDiscover what is known about the potential risks associated with cannabis smoke, including how it affects cardiovascular and lung health.