Cannabis and Gut Health-Simply Explained
Most people know cannabis affects the brain — but your gut is listening too. The digestive system is packed with the same receptors cannabis interacts with, and researchers are starting to understand what that actually means for gut health.
Last Week in Cannabis #14
Cannabis-related driver deaths in Canada have been declining since legalization, Trump signed the hemp THC delay into law, and the UK is finally moving toward its first formally authorized CBD products after a seven-year process. Here's this week's global cannabis news, simply explained.
Oil vs Capsules vs Gummies — Simply Explained
Three of the most popular cannabis formats are oils, capsules, and gummies — but they're not interchangeable. Here's how each one works and which might suit you best.
CBD and Fibromyalgia — When It Didn't Work: Simply Explained
CBD is one of the most common reasons people with fibromyalgia turn to cannabis. A large 2025 clinical trial finally tested it properly — and the result wasn't what most expected. Here's the honest breakdown.
Last Week in Cannabis #13
Canada set a new all-time monthly cannabis sales record in June at $517.8 million — more than California for the first time ever. Meanwhile Curaleaf launched a hostile takeover bid for Aurora Cannabis, and 17% of American adults now smoke cannabis. Here's this week's global cannabis news, simply explained.
Beginner's Guide to Buying Cannabis in Canada
Canada's legal cannabis system can be confusing for first-time buyers. Here's a plain-language guide to how it works, what to expect, and how to have a good experience at the dispensary.
CBD and Women’s Health-Simply Explained
Menstrual pain is one of the top reasons people use CBD — but the clinical research has barely caught up. This study is one of the first to actually test a CBD product for this purpose in real people. Here's what it found, and why it matters with caveats.
Last Week in Cannabis #12
Canadian veterans are paying more for medical cannabis after a government rate cut, Canopy Growth and Tilray both announced major expansion news, and the full DEA rescheduling hearing transcript is now public — with government lawyers arguing cannabis no longer belongs in Schedule I. Two weeks of global cannabis news, simply explained.
Is Cannabis Safe if You're on Medication?
Cannabis interacts with many common medications — sometimes in ways that matter. Here's what to know and who to talk to before you start.
Cannabis in Ancient China: Simply Explained
Cannabis has been illegal for less than 100 years. New archaeological research from China just confirmed it was a foundational crop 4,500 years ago — ranked alongside rice and wheat. Here's what they found and why it matters.
Edibles vs Smoking — Which Is Right for You?
Edibles and smoking are both popular ways to use cannabis — but they work very differently. Here's a plain-language comparison to help you figure out which one makes sense for you.
Cannabis and Sleep Architecture-Simply Explained
You've probably heard that cannabis disrupts your REM sleep. A rigorous 2025 Canadian review looked at 18 studies to find out if that's actually true. The answer is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.
Last Week in Cannabis #11
A Manitoba study found no meaningful increase in youth hospitalizations after cannabis legalization, the US Senate delayed its hemp THC ban until December, and a clinical trial found CBD matched codeine for post-surgical pain relief. Here's this week's global cannabis news, simply explained.
How Long Does an Edible Last?
Edibles are one of the most popular ways to use cannabis — and one of the most misunderstood. Here's a clear breakdown of what to expect and how long the experience actually lasts.
Cannabis Edibles, Alcohol, and Driving: Simply Explained
What actually happens to your driving when you combine cannabis edibles with alcohol? A 2026 Johns Hopkins study tested it in a controlled setting — and the results are an important read for anyone who uses both.
Last Week in Cannabis #10
Canadian cannabis farm receipts grew nearly 17% in 2025, and a new US federal report found that more Americans now use cannabis daily than drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes. Here's 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.
Cannabinoids and Neuropathic Pain-Simply Explained
Nerve pain is one of the hardest types of pain to treat — and one of the most common reasons people turn to cannabis. A review of 20+ years of clinical trials looked at what the evidence actually shows. Here's the honest summary.
Last Week in Cannabis #9
Canada's main cannabis lobby group shut down, Germany stripped medical cannabis flower from health insurance coverage, and the US rescheduling hearing concluded with the science firmly on record. A double issue covering two weeks of global cannabis news, simply explained.
How Much CBD Is in a Gram of Cannabis?
The percentages on cannabis labels can be confusing — especially for CBD content. Here's how to read them and what they actually mean for your experience.