Neuroskeptic: The Sweet Taste of Cannabinoids

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Neuroskeptic: The Sweet Taste of Cannabinoids:

"The munchies are something specific to marijuana. But why?

"New research from a Japanese team reveals that marijuana directly affects the cells in the taste buds which detect sweet flavours - Endocannabinoids selectively enhance sweet taste."

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