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Humans used betel nuts as drugs 25,000 years ago: Ancient teeth reveal the surprising psychoactive habit that began around the Ice AgeAncient teeth from Sulawesi show betel nut use 25,000 years ago. This habit predates early farming and represents habitual drug use. Resear...- Cannabis-derived aroma compounds show surprising potential to relieve chronic pain in fibromyalgia and post-surgical models, shows researchResearchers from the University of Arizona have discovered that cannabis terpenes, the compounds responsible for the plant's distinct aroma...
- High time to unlock marijuana's secretsThe Trump era has witnessed a significant legislative change as cannabis has been reclassified for medical research purposes. This strategi...
- 6 high protein vegetarian foods that are nutrient-dense and expert-approvedSix vegetarian foods high in protein are being recognised for their ability to provide essential nutrients that aid digestion, improve hear...
- Caffeine isn’t the villain you thought: Doctor says your coffee habit might actually protect your brain and heartCaffeine is not a health villain, says nutritionist Federica Amati. It may offer health benefits. Coffee may reduce cardiovascular disease ...
- This discovery in Cannabis DNA will change how you see weed forever; 33 genetic markers explainedResearchers at Université Laval have identified 33 genetic markers influencing cannabinoid production in cannabis. This breakthrough enable...
- Pizza with key marijuana ingredient sickens people in US state. Here is what has happenedMarijuana ingredient-laced Pizza has caused illness among a few buyers in the US state of Wisconsin.
- Germany to legalise cannabis: what are the new rules?Germany partially legalises cannabis, allowing personal use and home cultivation. Regulated cannabis clubs will provide legal access, addre...
- Move over Himachal's Malana Cream: Odisha's Sheelavathi weed emerges as new favoriteA unique strain of cannabis called Sheelavathi is gaining popularity in India, surpassing the well-known Malana Cream variety. Sheelavathi ...
- Hemp catches Nithin Kamath's attention, Zerodha founder wants to invest in startups working on the humble cousin of marijuana"Hemp belongs to the Cannabis sativa family — the same as marijuana. They look similar, but hemp is versatile and has multiple uses, includ...
- Civilisation & intoxication: When, where and why did humans start experimenting with alcohol & drugsToday, humans use thousands of psychoactive compounds to alter our experience of the world.
- All the Dope on Marijuana: US House of Representative passes bill to decriminalise use of cannabisCannabis is also used in some religious rituals and festivals such as Holi in which bhang is consumed.
- Mexico takes step towards legalizing marijuana"Its objective is to promote peace and security in society, contributing to the reduction of the illegal market for psychoactive cannabis a...
- IIT Guwahati develops low-cost technology to produce psychoactive drugs from agricultural resourcesThe technology is patented and developed by Prof. Mihir Kumar Purkait, Head, Centre for the Environment, and Professor, Department of Chemi...
- Hooked to hemp: Can better regulation help to unleash the medical and industrial advantages of cannabis?Most cannabis or hemp-based startups in India are bootstrapped. They see a potential to grow but feel crimped because of poor regulation.
- Made-in-India drugs to be based on weed soonThe move to produce medicine formulations that incorporate hemp lend a fresh reputation to the otherwise controversial cannabis
- Coca-Cola is eyeing the cannabis marketCoca-Cola has already been diversifying as consumption of soda continues to decline.
- The inside dope on why a hilly belt in Andhra Pradesh is flying highIn India, narcotics cops set to launch raids but market forces are too strong to stop cannabis cultivation.
- Synthetic drug use rapidly rising in Europe: ReportNew synthetic psychoactive substances are making their way into Europe where the Internet is becoming a big challenge in the fight against ...
- US firm plans to sell 'Bhang' chocolates, seeks trademarkChocolates as such are considered intoxicating for many, and an American entrepreneur now wants to give it a new high by lacing the bitter-...
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