Using advanced two-dimensional chromatography and high-resolution mass spectrometry, chemists at Stellenbosch University in South Africa have discovered a new and extremely rare group of compounds in cannabis leaves called flavoalkaloids. Flavoalkaloids are extraordinarily uncommon in nature and had never been observed in cannabis before. They’re known for strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and may offer medical potential, including applications for cancer and chronic inflammation. The research team analyzed three cultivated cannabis strains and identified 79 phenolic compounds. Of those, 25 had never been detected in cannabis, and 16 rare flavoalkaloids were found mainly in the leaves of one of the strains: - 🍀 Strain 1 — THC-dominant - 🍀 Strain 2 — CBD-dominant - 🍀 Strain 3 — CBG-dominant (The exact strain names were not shared, and it wasn’t specified which strain contained the flavoalkaloids.) Dr. Margaretha Muller, lead author of the study published in May 2025, explained that without these high-resolution analytical techniques, the rare molecules would have remained hidden among more common compounds like flavonoids. The most surprising part? The discovery was made in the leaves, not the flowers, even though leaves are usually discarded after harvest. The findings shocked even veteran researchers and highlight that cannabis chemistry is far richer and more complex than previously believed. What are you doing with cannabis leafs?

Hey Weedcrafters 💚 Let’s talk about something most people don’t know: your skin also has its own endocannabinoid system (ECS).Yep the same magical network that helps balance your mood and sleep is also hard at work keeping your skin calm, clear, and glowing ✨ Here’s how it works 👇 1️⃣ Your skin has cannabinoid receptors.These tiny receptors (called CB1 and CB2) live in your skin cells and help regulate oil production, inflammation, and cell growth 🌿 2️⃣ Cannabis compounds can “talk” to your skin. When you use hemp or cannabis-infused oils, the cannabinoids interact directly with those receptors, helping to reduce redness, calm irritation, and balance sebum (aka oil) 🌸 3️⃣ CBD and CBG are skin’s best friends.They’re known for being anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antioxidant, which is why they’re amazing for acne, eczema, and even aging skin 💧 4️⃣ Your skin loves balance, not extremes. When your ECS is happy, your skin looks radiant. When it’s off balance (from stress, toxins, or lack of sleep), it can show up as breakouts, dryness, or irritation 🔥 So next time you massage your face oil or body balm, remember: you’re not just pampering your skin… you’re activating your body’s natural healing system. 💚 💬 Let’s share: Have you tried any cannabis-infusedh skincare yet? Or noticed a difference in your skin when using natural oils vs chemical creams? Drop your experience below Let’s glow together - from the inside out 💫

Hi weedcrafters! We are slowly growing here (it’s too cold ha? 🥶) but I’m still feeling like I’m talking to myself 😅 so if you recently joined, please take a moment to introduce yourself and check you msgs ☺️ I genuinely want to know who you are and how we can do stuff together! I’m working on making an online version of my natural handmade soap making, and I’m wondering: Would you prefer to have a list of what you need to have or would you prefer a ready to make DIY kit? And how many cats have spot on the photo? 🐈 I’m based in Europe so take that in account when you answer 😊

Today on Psoriasis Awareness Day I want to shine a light on something many don’t talk about how skin and brain/neurodiversity are connected. ✅ A brand-new genetic study shows a link between ADHD and autoimmune diseases like psoriasis. (Yes, your skin and your focus, mood & brain wiring may share biology). ✅ Our endocannabinoid system (ECS) is the bridge: it governs inflammation, immunity, mood, skin cell growth... and gets signals from both plant-medicine (cannabinoids) & lifestyle (sleep, stress, movement). ✅ Research on cannabis compounds (like CBD) shows promise in calming the overgrowth of skin cells, reducing inflammation and soothing the itch/pain in psoriasis. At Weedcraft, we believe in full-spectrum well-being: mind, body, skin. If you’re dealing with psoriasis (or supporting someone who is) let’s reframe it: • “What’s my nervous system/immune system asking for?” • “How is my neuro-profile influencing my skin?” • “How can plant-support + lifestyle + mindset come together?” 💬 Drop your thoughts below: Do you see a connection between your skin flare-ups and your brain/mood/stress/neuro-needs? Would you like me to share more information and tips on how to support your ECS, including skin-safe cannabinoid care?

Did you know cannabis wasn’t just medicine in ancient Egypt? it was sacred. Used in mummification, healing, and spiritual rituals, this plant was believed to connect body and soul. In 1993, German toxicologists examined mummies from the Ramses II dynasty (~1200 BC)…and what they found stunned historians 👇 ✅ THC, CBD, and CBN were detected in hair and soft tissue ✅ Cannabis oils were rubbed into the skin as a sacred preservative ✅ It was used in embalming rituals to “open the mind for the journey to the next world” ✅ Women used it for childbirth pain (recorded in the Ebers Papyrus, circa 1550 BC) ✅ Temple priests burned hemp to “speak with the gods” ✨ What this means: • Cannabis was used 3,000+ years before prohibition• It was part of medicine, religion, and royal burials • Egyptians believed it helped the soul travel beyond death The same plant once honored by pharaohs and priests…is now labeled a “drug” by modern systems. 💭 What do you think, was cannabis our first bridge between science and spirit? Let’s talk about it in the comments 👇