15 Reasons to Eat Organic Foods In study after study, research from independent organizations consistently shows that organic foods are more nutrient-dense than conventional foods. Research shows that organic products are higher in vitamin C, antioxidants, and minerals such as calcium, iron, chromium, and magnesium. They are free of neurotoxins, toxins that harm brain and nerve cells. One commonly used class of pesticides, organophosphates, were originally developed as nerve agents during World War I. When their use in warfare was no longer necessary, industry adapted them to kill pests on food. Many pesticides are still considered neurotoxins. They support the...

Introduction There are times in life when you need to pee in a cup. For example, you may need to take a drug test before starting a new job. But these tests aren’t foolproof: A number of harmless, common substances can trigger a false positive for drugs. Here’s a look at nine substances that can give you an unusual positive for illegal drugs. Coca tea Drinking coca tea could cause a false positive result for cocaine. The tea is popular in South America and is made from the leaves of the coca plant, the same source that cocaine is made...

While over 90% of men reach orgasm during sex, that figure is only around 50% for women. This clearly illustrates a large "orgasm gap" between the two genders, an issue worth addressing. Interestingly, a new study seems to suggest that cannabis could help resolve this situation. Study Details Researchers at East Carolina University conducted a survey to examine the influence of cannabis on sexual functioning and satisfaction. They recruited participants through social media and medical and legal cannabis advocacy groups. The participants, aged 18 to 85, had all used cannabis before the survey. Of these, 78% were white, 64% were...

Cannabinoids are the main chemical compounds that bind to the endocannabinoid system. Although most of the main cannabinoids occur naturally in the cannabis plant, there are also several synthetic cannabinoids that have been created. For cannabinoids to work in this system, they require heat. In fact, heat is one of the essential elements for activating several cannabinoids. However, not all cannabinoids are the same. For some, only a small amount of heat energy is required before the cannabinoid begins to break down or transform into its non-acidic form. This is called the combustion or vaporization point. By analyzing the combustion...

Terpenes list Terpene Aroma / Flavor Main Effects Strains Rich in Terpenes Additional Information Myrcene Earthy Musky, spicy Relaxing, Sedative Granddaddy Purple White Widow, OG Kush Most abundant terpene Promotes sleep and relaxation. Limonene Zesty Fruity Energizing Stimulating Super Lemon Haze Lemon Skunk, Durban Poison Improves mood and energy Often associated with anti-anxiety effects Pinene Pine Softwood Improving stimulant Memory Jack Herer Pineapple Express Blue Dream Helps with concentration and To mental clarity. Linalool Floral Lavander Anxiolytic relaxer Lavender Amnesia Haze LA Confidential Calming and anti-anxiety effects Often used for stress And insomnia Caryophyllene Spicy Pepper Anti-inflammatory Analgesic Bubba Kush...