Articles tagged with "appetite"
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Cannabinoids, diet & metabolism: The science linking food, hunger & cannabinoids
Nick Jikomes, PhD - Published on November 8, 2023Read moreYou really are what you eat, Leafly reader. We know that after you smoke weed, you will eat more in the moment—but as it turns out, you won’t necessarily gain weight in the long-run. Hey, the neuroscience of hunger and weed is complicated. Just in time for turkey day, Leafly’s Nick Jikomes, PhD, provides dietary […]
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Want to exercise more, eat less, or quit smoking? THCV could kickstart your New Year’s resolutions
Leafly Staff - Published on December 30, 2021Read moreStudies show that THCV boosts energy, curbs appetite, and has nicotine craving suppression effects. Find THCV gummies for you.
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Seeking the Secret of the Munchies: One Scientist’s Quest
Alexa Peters - Published on July 27, 2018Read moreWhy does marijuana make you so hungry? This neuroscientist is narrowing the answer.
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What Are the Side Effects of High-THC Cannabis?
Bailey Rahn - Published on August 4, 2016Read moreLike all virtually all medicines, cannabis can induce its own unique set of side effects. Although not everyone’s experience comes with a side of adverse reactions, it’s worth knowing what you may be at risk for, especially if you’re a new user.
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The Medical Minute: These Researchers Are Developing a Weight Loss Medicine with Cannabis
Bailey Rahn - Published on August 26, 2015Read moreA recent study suggests a mixture of vitamin A and cannabis constituents holds promise as the next solution for obesity.
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The Science of Munchies: Why Does Cannabis Stimulate Your Appetite?
Lisa Rough - Published on February 25, 2015Read moreA new study from the brilliant minds at Yale University has explained one of the most curious phenomena from cannabis: the science of munchies.
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The Medical Minute: Schizophrenia and Mythbusting with Cannabis
Bailey Rahn - Published on December 17, 2013Read moreThis Medical Minute focuses on the headway cannabis research has made in just the past few weeks.
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10 Great Cannabis Strains for Breast Cancer Patients
Kayla Williams - Published on October 10, 2013Read moreOctober is National Breast Cancer Awareness month. Here are some cannabis strains that alleviate three common treatment side effects: nausea, lack of appetite, and fatigue.
