Reefer Wellness: Understanding Cannabis Science, Culture, and Medicine by Kirk, Riley
Reefer Wellness: Understanding Cannabis Science, Culture, and Medicine by Kirk, Riley

Reefer Wellness: Understanding Cannabis Science, Culture, and Medicine

Are you canna-curious? Put aside the stigma and discover the powerful potential of weed. For centuries, the...
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SKU: 9780593847152
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Author: Riley Kirk
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Language: English
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Reefer Wellness: Understanding Cannabis Science, Culture, and Medicine by Kirk, Riley

Reefer Wellness: Understanding Cannabis Science, Culture, and Medicine

$82.83
Reefer Wellness: Understanding Cannabis Science, Culture, and Medicine by Kirk, Riley

Reefer Wellness: Understanding Cannabis Science, Culture, and Medicine

$82.83
Author: Riley Kirk
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description
Are you canna-curious? Put aside the stigma and discover the powerful potential of weed.

For centuries, the marijuana plant has been revered for its healing properties, but it's also been criminalized, abused, and misunderstood. Although cannabis is now legal in much of the United States, many people are still confused about how to access it and unsure about how to use it safely and effectively. Enter Reefer Wellness, an all-encompassing guide to cannabis from scientist and researcher, Dr. Riley Kirk.

With colorful illustrations and everyday language, Reefer Wellness challenges the stereotypes about pot use and breaks down the complexities of cannabis for anyone who's ever wondered if weed could help them relax or relieve chronic ailments. Whether you're an everyday user or just starting out on your healing journey with cannabis, you'll find answers to your questions and science-backed evidence to support your use. In it, you'll get:

  • An introduction to the endocannabinoid system (ECS), the powerful regulatory system in the human body that controls everything from hunger signals to pain
  • A clear, visual explanation of how the molecular components of cannabis interact with the ECS, making it a uniquely powerful tool for healing
  • Guidance on how to consume cannabis, including the pros and cons of different delivery systems and how to customize your dosage
  • An overview of ailments that can be addressed with cannabis, such as chronic pain, sleep disorders, and insomnia
  • Tips for minimizing the side effects of marijuana use, like munchies, bloodshot eyes, and cottonmouth

Let Reefer Wellness jumpstart your deep and meaningful journey into the wonderful and nuanced world of modern cannabis and get ready to unlock its incredible healing potential.

Author: Riley Kirk
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: 06/10/2025
Pages: 208
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
ISBN: 9780593847152

About the Author
Dr. Riley Kirk is a cannabis research scientist and scientific communicator. With a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Rhode Island, specializing in natural product chemistry, she has studied and published literature in various realms of nature including cyanobacteria, plants, and fungi. She's also a popular influencer on TikTok where she shares accurate and relatable content. She resides in New Hampshire.
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