Reefer MEDness

Reefer MEDness


E140 - Raw Cannabis and Mitochondria Health Part 1

February 04, 2025

This episode of Reefer Medness - The Podcast features a discussion with a team of experts from BioSource Botanicals, including a pharmaceutical microbiologist, a cannabis clinician, and a pre-clinical research chemist. Kirk and Trevor discuss the importance of mitochondrial health and how the endocannabinoid system plays a crucial role in maintaining it. The experts explain the benefits of using whole raw plant extracts, including the “ensemble effect” where different compounds work synergistically, and how this can be more effective than isolated cannabinoids. Kirk brings a My Cannabis Story from local budtenders and how they provide guidance to customers seeking cannabis-based wellness products.


BioSource Botanicals - Website


Brent Ristow PhD (Chemistry), JD- LinkedIn

Dr. Abraham Benavides,MD- LinkedIn

Daniel Gana, MSc- LinkedIn


Music by:


We Are The World- Nigerian Celebrities Edition YouTube


(Yes we got a SOCAN membership to use this song all legal and proper like)


Additional Music:


Desiree Dorion desireedorion.com

Marc Clement - Facebook


Transcripts, papers and so much more at: reefermed.ca