A deep dive into why THC and Cannabis have SO MANY MEDICINAL BENEFITS.In this episode Riley describes the different components of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and the reason why we have this system in the body.Learning about the ECS can not only help you understand cannabis better, but its an important subject to learn as humans because this system is so important in the body.This podcast is sponsored by Boveda Humidity Packs, you can purchase Boveda packs at https://bovedainc.com/Please comment any questions and interact with this video to extend the reach of this podcast.Papers discussed in this episode: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5576607/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

A deep dive into why THC and Cannabis have SO MANY MEDICINAL BENEFITS. In this episode Riley describes the different components of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and the reason why we have this system in the body. Learning about the ECS can not only help you understand cannabis better, but its an important subject to learn as humans because this system is so important in the body. This podcast is sponsored by Boveda Humidity Packs, you can purchase Boveda packs at https://bovedainc.com/ Please comment any questions and interact with this video to extend the reach of this podcast. Papers discussed in this episode: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5576607/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deep dive into why THC and Cannabis have SO MANY MEDICINAL BENEFITS.In this episode Riley describes the different components of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and the reason why we have this system in the body.Learning about the ECS can not only help you understand cannabis better, but its an important subject to learn as humans because this system is so important in the body.This podcast is sponsored by Boveda Humidity Packs, you can purchase Boveda packs at https://bovedainc.com/Please comment any questions and interact with this video to extend the reach of this podcast.Papers discussed in this episode: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5576607/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="noopener noreferrer">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

How Cannabis Works in the Body (Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System, ECS)

Dr. Riley Kirk is a cannabis research scientist and educator. She obtained her Ph.D. in pharmaceutical sciences, specializing in natural product chemistry, studying the traditional and contemporary uses of hundreds of medicinal plants. She is currently an assistant associate professor at the University of Rhode Island, has worked as an immunology scientist in the biotech industry, and works in the cannabis industry studying the chemical complexity of cannabis smoke.
Riley is also the co-founder of the cannabis research and education non-profit organization called the Network of Applied Pharmacognosy (NAP). Through NAP and on her podcast, Riley uses science as advocacy to research and communicate findings that highlight the unique power of natural products. The goal of Riley’s work is to unite people in the Cannabis industry, academia, and consumers to further the reach of Cannabis education and reduce harm.
Riley is passionate about making Cannabis science accessible through social media channels and alternative media which lead to Bioactive; an educational podcast which disseminates the chemistry and pharmacology of natural products. On this bi-weekly podcast, she covers current news and research surrounding cannabis, psychedelics, toxins, pharmaceuticals & other bioactive substances. Listen for special guests highlighting community stories.

Science

Nature

Dr. Riley Kirk is a cannabis research scientist and educator. She obtained her Ph.D. in pharmaceutical sciences, specializing in natural product chemistry, studying the traditional and contemporary uses of hundreds of medicinal plants. She is currently an assistant associate professor at the University of Rhode Island, has worked as an immunology scientist in the biotech industry, and works in the cannabis industry studying the chemical complexity of cannabis smoke. Riley is also the co-founder of the cannabis research and education non-profit organization called the Network of Applied Pharmacognosy (NAP). Through NAP and on her podcast, Riley uses science as advocacy to research and communicate findings that highlight the unique power of natural products. The goal of Riley’s work is to unite people in the Cannabis industry, academia, and consumers to further the reach of Cannabis education and reduce harm. Riley is passionate about making Cannabis science accessible through social media channels and alternative media which lead to Bioactive; an educational podcast which disseminates the chemistry and pharmacology of natural products. On this bi-weekly podcast, she covers current news and research surrounding cannabis, psychedelics, toxins, pharmaceuticals & other bioactive substances. Listen for special guests highlighting community stories.

Dr. Riley Kirk is a cannabis research scientist and educator. She obtained her Ph.D. in pharmaceutical sciences, specializing in natural product chemistry, studying the traditional and contemporary uses of hundreds of medicinal plants. She is currently an assistant associate professor at the University of Rhode Island, has worked as an immunology scientist in the biotech industry, and works in the cannabis industry studying the chemical complexity of cannabis smoke.
Riley is also the co-founder of the cannabis research and education non-profit organization called the Network of Applied Pharmacognosy (NAP). Through NAP and on her podcast, Riley uses science as advocacy to research and communicate findings that highlight the unique power of natural products. The goal of Riley’s work is to unite people in the Cannabis industry, academia, and consumers to further the reach of Cannabis education and reduce harm.
Riley is passionate about making Cannabis science accessible through social media channels and alternative media which lead to Bioactive; an educational podcast which disseminates the chemistry and pharmacology of natural products. On this bi-weekly podcast, she covers current news and research surrounding cannabis, psychedelics, toxins, pharmaceuticals &amp; other bioactive substances. Listen for special guests highlighting community stories.

Share How Cannabis Works in the Body (Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System, ECS)

Sign up to save your podcasts

How Cannabis Works in the Body (Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System, ECS)

How Cannabis Works in the Body (Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System, ECS)

More shows like BIOACTIVE

The Rachel Maddow Show

GrowCast

The Dude Grows Show

The Grow From Your Heart Podcast - Hosted by Rasta Jeff of Irie Genetics

10% Happier with Dan Harris

I SHAKE MY HEAD

Morbid

Not That Mom

The Pot Cast

CannaBuzz Bloom Booster - cannabis & fungi show

The Jann Arden Podcast

High on Home Grown, The Cannabis Podcast

From The Stash

Huberman Lab

The Ezra Klein Show

Garden Talk with Mr. Grow It

Women In Media

Matriarch Movement

First Smoke of The Day

Trust Me I'm a Decorator

Senior Bitches

The Powerhouse Project

Late in 88

Spicy Fat

Embracing Enchantment

The Bedtime Edit

My Mother: The Person and the Patient

Break the Silence, Build a Future

After Sex Ed

Phase to Phase: The Hormone Health Show

STRONG LIKE a GIRL

Bridges Burned

The Parnas Perspective