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Mary Jane
Cannabis wiki editor at Cannabivo
Mary Jane writes and edits the Cannabivo wiki, translating cannabinoid, terpene and cannabis-science research into plain-language explainers. She is not a medical professional and the wiki is not medical advice — her job is to represent the sourced literature faithfully, cite where it comes from, and flag what is still uncertain.
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Cannabinoid Receptors CB1 and CB2: Distribution, Signaling, and Drug Targets
Cannabinoid receptors CB1 and CB2 shape intoxication, pain, immunity, and drug response through tissue distribution, signaling bias, and receptor state.
Cannabis Use During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Evidence, Risks, and Guidance
Cannabis use during pregnancy and breastfeeding carries real exposure risks: THC crosses the placenta, enters breast milk, and evidence remains mixed.
Hemp vs Marijuana Regulatory Definitions and THC Thresholds: An International Comparison
Hemp vs marijuana laws differ by country and state. Compare 0.3% and 1.0% THC thresholds, Delta-9 vs total THC, THCA rules, and product limits.
Non-CB1/CB2 Molecular Targets of Cannabinoids: TRP Channels, PPARs, GPRs, Serotonin, and NaV Channels
Non-CB1/CB2 molecular targets of cannabinoids include TRP channels, PPARs, GPR55, 5-HT1A, and NaV channels linked to pain, inflammation, and anxiety.
Cannabis Pharmacokinetics: Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion
Cannabis pharmacokinetics varies by route, dose, and formulation. Learn how absorption, metabolism, blood levels, and urine tests differ.
Humulene Terpene in Cannabis: Effects, Science, Safety
Humulene terpene in cannabis is a C15H24 sesquiterpene linked to hops, appetite suppression, and anti-inflammatory preclinical research, but human data lag.
Cannabis and PTSD: THC, CBD, CBN, Evidence Guide
Cannabis and PTSD evidence is mixed. Learn what THC, CBD, and CBN may help, where studies are weak, and the main risks for sleep and anxiety.
Cannabis Extraction Methods: Process Guide Explained
Cannabis extraction methods explained by process: ethanol, BHO, propane, CO2, rosin, hash, distillation, winterization, decarb, and diamonds.
Limonene Terpene in Cannabis: Evidence and Stability
Limonene terpene in cannabis explained: citrus aroma, human evidence, GRAS status, entourage limits, oxidation, extraction, and terpene testing.
Cannabis for Seniors: Safety, Dosing, CBD vs THC
Cannabis for seniors may help pain or sleep, but older adults face higher risks from falls, confusion, heart strain, dosing errors, and drug interactions.
Cannabis Flower vs Concentrate: Full Comparison
Cannabis flower vs concentrate compared across potency, terpene retention, health risks, cost per mg THC, dosing control, and best fit by user type.
Linalool in Cannabis: Human Evidence and Dose Data
Linalool in cannabis is mechanistically plausible, but human evidence comes mainly from oral lavender oil, not flower. Route, dose, and bias all matter.
Cannabis and Sex: Libido, Arousal, Risks, Dose Effects
Cannabis and sex can interact in dose-sensitive ways, affecting libido, arousal, orgasm, erections, anxiety, intimacy, and sexual risks differently.
Cannabis Smoking Methods: Joints, Pipes, Bongs Guide
Cannabis smoking methods explained: joints, blunts, pipes, bongs, bubblers, chillums, and spliffs compared by dose delivery, smoke, and risks.
Myrcene in Cannabis: Abundance, Aroma, and Evidence
Myrcene in cannabis is abundant and aromatic, but evidence for sedating effects in humans is weak. Learn what lab chemistry shows and where claims overreach.
Cannabis and Sleep: REM, CBD, CBN, Tolerance Guide
Cannabis and sleep: how THC suppresses REM, CBD differs, CBN evidence stays weak, tolerance builds, and withdrawal causes rebound insomnia.
Cannabis Storage: Preserve Potency and Terpenes
Cannabis storage guide for flower, concentrates, and edibles: humidity, temperature, light, containers, THC degradation, and mold risk.
Nerolidol Terpene in Cannabis: Effects and Evidence
Nerolidol terpene in cannabis explained: aroma, biosynthesis, natural sources, effects, medical research, and why entourage claims exceed human data.
Cannabis and Sport: CBD, THC, Recovery, and Rules
Cannabis and sport: evidence on performance, recovery, pain, sleep, CBD vs THC, WADA rules, testing thresholds, and athlete-specific risks.
CBC (Cannabichromene): Pharmacology and Evidence
CBC (cannabichromene) is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid from CBGA with TRP-channel activity, sparse human data, and limited clinical evidence.
Cannabis Tinctures Guide: Dosing, Types, Onset Time
Cannabis tinctures guide covering alcohol vs oil drops, dosing, onset, bioavailability, decarboxylation, labels, shelf life, and product selection.
Ocimene Terpene in Cannabis: Isomers, Aroma, Storage
Ocimene terpene in cannabis explained: alpha-, cis-beta-, and trans-beta-ocimene, aroma differences, low abundance, storage loss, and limited evidence.
Cannabis and Gut Microbiome: THC, CBD, CBG Data
Cannabis and gut microbiome research suggests symptom relief is more established than proof that THC, CBD, or CBG restore dysbiosis in humans.
CBD as a Drug: Real Doses, Effects and Risks
Explore how CBD acts as a CNS drug: real evidence on high-dose benefits, liver and interaction risks, and why common low-dose wellness claims often exceed data.
Cannabis Topicals Guide: Local vs Transdermal Skin
Cannabis topicals guide explaining creams, balms, oils, patches, skin absorption, ECS biology, dosing, safety, evidence, and legal distinctions.
Cannabis Vaporization vs Smoking: Chemical Changes
Cannabis vaporization changes aerosol chemistry versus smoking, lowering carbon monoxide and many PAHs at proper temperatures. See data and temp ranges.
p-Cymene Terpene in Cannabis: Chemistry and Effects
p-Cymene terpene in cannabis explained: chemistry, aroma, natural sources, effects, heating behavior, and why concentration matters more than strain labels.
Cannabis Drug Interactions: CBD, THC and CYP450
Cannabis drug interactions depend on CBD, THC, dose, route, and CYP450 pathways. Learn warfarin, clobazam, statin, and sedative risks.
CBD Is Not a CB1 Agonist: How It Really Works
CBD does not activate CB1 like THC. This single fact explains why it feels non‑intoxicating, how it "balances" THC, and why effects vary so widely.
Cannabis Microdosing: THC Dose, Tolerance, Timing
Cannabis microdosing explained: 1-5 mg THC, biphasic effects, titration, route differences, tolerance breaks, and why heavy users often struggle.