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Don’t toss cannabis leaves: they may contain rare compounds with medical potential

I find it fascinating that cannabis leaves, often considered waste, actually hide a treasure trove of rare compounds called flavoalkaloids. Scientists at Stellenbosch University discovered 16 of these rare chemicals in just one of three cannabis strains they studied. This is exciting because flavoalkaloids are known for their potential health benefits, yet they were never before identified in cannabis. So: this discovery could open new doors for medical research and uses of cannabis leaves that were overlooked until now.
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