Cannabis and Your Mental Health: What You Should Know
The relationship between cannabis and mental health is one of the most important topics for any new user to understand. Here's the honest version.
Can Cannabis Help You Sleep During Menopause? What Women Need to Know
Can cannabis help you sleep during menopause? THC helps most people fall asleep faster — but it suppresses REM sleep. Here’s what women need to know about cannabis and menopause sleep problems.
THC & Alcohol Craving: A Surprising RCT
Cannabis and alcohol are the two most used substances in the world — but how do they actually interact? A 2026 randomized controlled trial gave participants controlled doses of THC and then measured their alcohol craving and consumption. The results were surprising. Here's the breakdown.
Last Week in Cannabis #13
The DEA issued its first federal registrations to more than 900 medical cannabis dispensaries, and Massachusetts votes on Tuesday on whether to repeal its legal market. Plus, a new report shows fewer cannabis-related emergency responses in the US, and the EU takes a step toward treating the whole hemp plant as a crop. Here is the week, simply explained.
What Is a Cannabis High? Simply Explained
"What does it actually feel like?" is one of the most common questions people have before trying cannabis for the first time. Here's an honest, judgment-free answer.
Does Cannabis Help with Hot Flashes? Here’s What the Research Shows
Does cannabis help with hot flashes? The research is early but promising. Here’s an honest breakdown of what we know — and how to approach it safely.
CBD & Depression: What Lab Research Shows (and Doesn't)
People use cannabis for low mood more than almost any other reason — but what does the science actually show? A 2026 meta-analysis of 123 animal studies gives us the most comprehensive look yet at the biological evidence for CBD and depression. Here's what it means — and what it doesn't.
Last Week in Cannabis #12
The DEA judge rejected opponents’ push to reopen cannabis rescheduling testimony, clearing the path toward a recommendation. Meanwhile Massachusetts votes in eight days at 71% against repeal, and the hemp deadline is six weeks away with no Congressional solution in sight. This week’s global cannabis news, simply explained.
Is Cannabis Safe for Anxiety?
A lot of people turn to cannabis specifically for anxiety — but cannabis can also make anxiety worse. Here's what you need to know before you try it.
Cannabis & Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Between 11% and 17% of Crohn's and colitis patients use cannabis for symptom management. A 2026 systematic review looked at what the science actually shows about THC-containing cannabis and inflammatory bowel disease. The findings are more nuanced than most people realize.
Last Week in Cannabis #11
Massachusetts is two weeks from its cannabis repeal vote with the Governor, Mayor of Boston, and 50-plus legislators all opposing it. Illinois hit a new sales record after doubling purchase limits, and a clinical trial found cannabis cut morphine use by nearly 50%. This week’s global cannabis news, simply explained.
How Much Cannabis Should a Beginner Take?
One of the most common mistakes beginners make with cannabis is taking too much, too fast. Here's a simple guide to finding your starting dose and doing it safely
Cannabis & Multiple Sclerosis Spasticity
Multiple sclerosis-related muscle spasticity affects most people with MS and is often poorly managed. A 2026 systematic review analyzed 27 randomized trials and over 3,000 patients to find out what cannabis actually does for it. Here's what the strongest evidence yet actually shows.
Last Week in Cannabis #10
The DEA formally confirmed there are no known cannabis overdose deaths, the Massachusetts repeal vote heats up with three weeks to go, and more British women are turning to medical cannabis for chronic pain. This week’s global cannabis news, simply explained.
THC vs CBD — What's the Difference?
THC and CBD are both found in cannabis, but they work very differently in your body. Here's a simple, honest comparison for anyone trying to figure out which one is right for them.
CBD & Jaw Pain: A Randomized Trial
Jaw pain affects millions of people worldwide and is notoriously hard to treat. A 2026 randomized trial became the first to test oral CBD specifically for this condition. The results weren't what many expected — here's what they actually found and what it means.
Last Week in Cannabis #9
The DEA cannabis rescheduling process paused over a procedural challenge — here's what it actually means. Plus Trump is reportedly frustrated with the delays, the hemp deadline is ten weeks away, and 80% of incoming medical students want cannabis education. This week's global cannabis news, simply explained.
What Is CBD? Simply Explained
CBD has become one of the most talked-about wellness compounds in the world — but there's a lot of confusion about what it actually does. Here's what you need to know.
CBD & Alcohol Use Disorder: When the Trials Said No
Animal studies have long suggested CBD could help with alcohol use disorder. Two simultaneous randomized clinical trials just tested that idea in humans. Here's what they found — and why it matters that we publish the results even when they're not what anyone hoped.
Last Week in Cannabis #8
Massachusetts votes in November on whether to become the first state to repeal cannabis legalization, Alabama dropped its rescheduling objection, and Australia could be months away from approving a CBD pain tablet. This week's global cannabis news, simply explained.