Cannabis—as it turns out—can help keep bodies cool, thanks to the endocannabinoid system (ECS), our body’s master regulator. Could this be the key to summer stasis? The ECS is found in all animals with a spine: mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and even sea squirts—animals that evolved more than 500 million years ago. In humans, its main role is to maintain … [Read more...] about A Tall, Icy Glass of Poolside Science: The Role of the Endocannabinoid System in Regulating Body Temperature
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A Jazz-Age Fantasy Pool Party
It’s too bad we can’t physically time travel—but maybe with virtual reality (VR) tech, one day we can dial it back in history, and you’ll (sort of) be there. We imagined what it would be like to travel in between the prohibition periods, when alcohol was legal anew, and cannabis not yet outlawed. Won’t you join us? We’re headed to a party at Pickfair, the famous Hollywood … [Read more...] about A Jazz-Age Fantasy Pool Party
A Guide to Poolside Lounging in Los Angeles
Photos By: Maria Penaloza Los Angeles is the current recreational center of the world. With its hundreds of shops and dozens of legacy brands dropping incredible products born of years of cultivation, and the forthcoming batch of consumption lounges set to open this year, the value of pointing your leisure hours at sunny LA is much higher than in some other spots. The … [Read more...] about A Guide to Poolside Lounging in Los Angeles
Perfect New York Pools for Every Type of Swimmer
You know the deal—as temperatures begin to rise (and seemingly never stop) in the concrete jungle, city dwellers must hunt for the perfect poolside escape. And while there are many, many, glamorous reasons to spend the summer in NYC, it can be hard to fathom with old Gotham’s reputation for dirty, overcrowded swimming holes being on that list. For those who can’t manage to … [Read more...] about Perfect New York Pools for Every Type of Swimmer
Review: Dropping Seeds’ Multi-Use Herbal Blends
On a mission to make known the benefits of the natural and medicinal plant over pharmaceutical options, Dropping Seeds has created a product for just about anyone. The herbal blends, which come in a variety of uses such as Calm, Revive, and Quit, are created and blended to bridge the gap between the plant and the modern world. And the best part, you can choose whether you want … [Read more...] about Review: Dropping Seeds’ Multi-Use Herbal Blends
