The truth is that cannabis doesn’t just kill cancer through one mechanism. There are many processes at play, from boosting the endocannabinoid system, treating inflammation, and strengthening the immune system.
Friday, August 31, 2018
Can You Hallucinate with Cannabis and What’s Greening Out?
Greening Out is something that happens when you mix alcohol and cannabis. When one ‘Greens out”, they are sent into a pseudo-hallucinogenic state mixed with a heavy drunk. Definitely not a pleasant experience.
RTP GOLD Series - Manual Twist Rosin Press - Review
RTP GOLD Series Manual Twist Rosin Press was developed by Rosin Tech, the company behind many of the best Rosin Presses currently on the market.
Thursday, August 30, 2018
Discover the Sleep Promoting Benefits of CBD Gummies
Should Medical Marijuana Be Phased Out In Canada After October 17?
So while the CMA thinks that MD’s no longer need to act as a gatekeeper once legalization arrives, many others feel that there is still a need for some oversight.
1 Out Of 7 Americans Used Cannabis Last Year
The Harris Insight and Analytics poll revealed that 85% of Americans think that cannabis “should be legalized for medical use” and 57% of the respondents recommend its regulation for adults aged 21 and up.
Wednesday, August 29, 2018
What Rights Can You Lose By Smoking Pot?
But even if you live in a state where cannabis is legal in some capacity, this doesn’t mean that you are free from certain repercussions when you take a puff.
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Seniors Home Won’t Administer Medical Marijuana
The Three Most Overlooked Marijuana Markets
Here’s Why Israeli Pain Specialists Recommend Cannabis For Chronic Pain
The authors state that almost all of the survey respondents endorse cannabis to their patients, while 56% admitted that cannabis has “mild or no” harmful side effects. Meanwhile, 45% of respondents said that “they themselves would prefer to be treated with cannabis rather than opiates in case of chronic pain.”
Runners Turn To Cannabis To Make It To The Finish Line
Not only do many of them find pot as a natural and therapeutic means to enhance their performance, but many also use it to assist with recovery and even have more fun running.
Picking the Best Vaporizer for Your Lifestyle - What Really Matters?
Portable vaporizers have become all the rage. It seems like every time you go out in public you can spot a few vape connoisseurs walking around. In 2018, it’s become the norm and preferred method for people to get their fix.
Monday, August 27, 2018
Merged Medical Marijuana System Could Leave Patients ‘Vulnerable’: Advocate
‘Spooktacular’ Cannabis Cup Set for Halloween Weekend at Cal Expo. Here’s What to Expect
Can Weed Help With Your Workouts? Might Be a Game-Changer
Medicinal Cannabis Campaigner Vera Twomey Says Daughter Ava (8) is Now Pharmaceutical Free
Marijuana Users Being Turned Away From Cannabis Industry Jobs
European Marijuana News Update
A Swiss cannabis company, Pure Cannabis Research AG, has teamed up with Israel-based NRGene, a gene sequencing firm, in order to create improved strains of cannabis for patients.
Shutting up the “Invisible Pot Addicts” Idea
I recently read an article in The Atlantic written by Annie Lowrey where she outlined her opinion about the ‘unseen risks of legalization’. Her entire argument is based on the idea that because Americans see Marijuana as benign that the corporatization of cannabis is creating more pot addicts which apparently affect more than we know.
Investments in Hemp, Pharmaceutical Cannabis Taking Off in Greece
Meet the Cannabis Mayor of Augsburg, Germany
Take a Tour of Colorado’s Biodynamic Pot Farm
These Canadian Cities Are Still Banning Weed After LegalizationThese Canadian Cities Are Still Banning Weed After Legalization These Canadian Cities Are Still Banning Weed After Legalization
Canadian Cannabis Jobs Are Growing Like A Weed
Indeed, a famous Canadian job website, has just shared data that cannabis-related job searches were around four times more last month compared to the same time last year.
Medical Experts Push Back as Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop Brand Comes to Canada
Oklahoma Judge Lets Medical Marijuana Rules Go Forward
How to Create Your Own Marijuana Strains
The first one is access to a variety of seeds. You need different genetics to cross breed plants. Taking plants from the exact same family will only replicate the genetics within that particular strain.
How Alcohol Companies are Dealing with Cannabis Legalization
Alcohol companies already have the infrastructure to produce mass amounts of cannabis infused drinks. Currently, there aren’t too many companies focused on the cannabis beverage sector within the industry.
Cannabis Improves Quality Of Life For Head & Neck Cancer Patients
A new report published in the JAMA Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery journal reveals how cannabis use has improved the quality of life for patients who have been diagnosed with cancers of the head and neck.
Big Pharma Roars - CVS Pharmacy Applies For Almost 300 Cannabis Grow Licenses
CVS Pharmacy is one of the biggest drugstore chains in the United States, with over 7,000 stores across the country. In some areas, there are two CVS Pharmacies that are less than a block from each other.
The Robot Cannabis Growers Could Take Your Dream Job Before Your State Even Legalizes Marijuana
Bloom Automation is working on creating “efficient” automation within the trimming process. Currently, their robots can trim roughly 1 pound per day, which is similar to that of a human trimmer.
Thursday, August 23, 2018
CBD Oil for Sale - Learn More About the Unique Benefits of CBD
All the CBD solutions affect the inner parts of the body. They target the CB1 and CB2 receptors, which coordinate how the body controls movement, pain, mood, memory, appetite and other essential factors, too.
CBD Industry Expected To Reach Highs Of $2 Billion By 2022
Last year, the CBD industry spiked by 40% translating to a total of $367 million in overall sales nationwide. It also marked the first time in history that hemp-derived CBD eclipsed cannabis-derived CBD.
A Candidate Backed Medical Marijuana. Wells Fargo Closed Her Bank Account.
Female Cannabis Users Come Out of the Shadows as Legalization Looms
Ontario Says Cities Will Have ‘Short Window’ to Opt Out of Cannabis Shops – but Can’t Say How Short
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
How to Make Cannabis Stem Tea
Cannabis stems are still packed with plenty of cannabinoids and a bit of resin from the buds. This means, that if you save up enough cannabis stems, you can use that for a wide array of things.
You Can Make Cannabis Extracts With A $300 Espresso Machine
The researchers analyzed extracts of THC, CBD, and CBN made from the espresso machine combined with solvent 2-propanol and compared them with traditional ultrasound extraction utilizing ion mobility spectrometry and gas chromatography.
Cannabis Patches - Your Complete Guide (Updated)
Cannabis patches isn’t just a trendy way to medicate. These clever little things actually do a lot of good. Transdermal delivery, cannabis or not, goes straight to the bloodstream and offers quicker relief because it doesn’t have to be metabolized by the digestive or respiratory systems.
Tuesday, August 21, 2018
Finding the Best Grinder for Vaping Herbs - Kannastor Brand
By using a grinder, you can grind your herbs, spices and other smokable materials into a much finer solid, that can then be used in a vaporizer to ensure that you get the quality you need without the cough that hurts. This also makes it easier to get the maximum benefit from your smokables.
Doctors Call For Reclassification of Cannabis
The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) is the latest group of medical professionals to call on the rescheduling of cannabis for research purposes.
Should Sick Kids Be Allowed To Take CBD Oil In School?
Some states such as Colorado, New Jersey, and Maine have regulations that allow students to bring medical cannabis to school campuses. However, other states such as California still have no word on this issue.
Does Medical Marijuana Relieve Arthritis Pain?
Research on medical marijuana suggests that it could be an option to help relieve the symptoms of arthritis, particularly pain. Cannabinoids have been known to help relieve chronic pain conditions such as cancer and neuropathic pain, and therefore it is worth considering that it could help with arthritic pain too.
We Fact Checked an ER Doctor Who Said Weed Edibles Can Kill Kids
Can Cannabis Contribute to Improving Women’s Sex Lives?
Monday, August 20, 2018
Weed Wants Ads Sprout, as Cannabis Job Searches Blossom with Industry
“Legal” Weed in Italy is a Joke
The Importance of Hemp Plastic
But aside from its health benefits, hemp can also be used to solve the serious issue of pollution. How? By acting as a natural alternative to plastics, which take hundreds of years to decompose; plastics end up in landfills, our oceans, and even the food we eat.
Sunday, August 19, 2018
Online Sale of Pot After Legalization Raises Privacy Concerns, Experts Say
Harsh Pot Rules Spark Need for Underground Parties
Why CBD is a Traveler’s Best Friend!
For travelers who might not necessarily have quick access to medical attention, you would benefit from having CBD with you at all times. It’s pretty much legal all over the world and is like having 10 medicines rolled up into one.
Unions Running Cannabis Dispensaries? Yay or Nay?
A recent blog article written by UFCW details their account on being invited to visit the first unionized dispensary in New Jersey, called the Garden State Dispensary; one of their members.
Why Marijuana Will Be Legalized in the USA in Early 2021
There are a few things lining up right now that give us the strong impression that we could see cannabis legalized at the Federal level in the USA in early 2021.
Saturday, August 18, 2018
Countdown to Cannabis: The Case for Amnesty
Talking About Cannabis
The Curious Relationship between Weedmaps and Marijuana Dispensaries
The traffic and leads that Weedmaps can generate based on 20 years of internet articles, forums, and mapping dwarfs anyone else in the industry. So, even though they list knock-off competitors and fly-by-night services right next to listings for licensed dispensaries, the licensed dispensaries hold their noses, and pucker up for the Weedmaps’ kiss.
Friday, August 17, 2018
Cannabis Education Courses Will Soon Be Available For Canadian Employers
The program will help Canadian companies have a better understanding of the implications of, and regulations involved, once adult-use cannabis is legalized this fall.
Mystery Solved - Why Facebook is Blocking Cannabis and Marijuana Searches
Tech Crunch broke the story today that Facebook is cracking down on opioid results in their search area and illegal drug transactions, showing how easy it was to find a drug dealer on Facebook.
The Definitive Cannabis-Infused Travel Guide to Boulder, Colorado
As Marijuana Legalization Looms, More Edmonton Condo Boards are Banning Smoking Entirely, Dividing Residents
Thursday, August 16, 2018
Richmond Hill, Markham to Opt Out of Retail Cannabis Sales
Second Cup Says It May Convert Ontario Coffee Shops to Cannabis Stores
Davinci MIQRO Vaporizer | What We Know Already
Whether you’re brand new to the world of vaping or you’ve been a keen part of the community for a long time, you have probably heard of the upcoming Davinci MIQRO Vaporizer by DaVinci Vaporizers.
Medical Marijuana Laws Translate to Fewer Workplace Fatalities
Since it’s the first study of its kind to examine the relationship between MMJ laws and workplace fatalities, the researchers say that there is a possibility that the results could have been the opposite.
Medicinal Cannabis | Everything You Need To Know
There’s a long list of medical problems that medicinal cannabis can help to treat and manage, which is why it’s such a popular treatment option.
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
More People Using CBD For Overall Health – And Why You Should, Too
You don’t need a lot of CBD oil to benefit your health, because just a little bit goes a long way. You can even microdose CBD until you find a dose that suits you the best.
Canadian Medical Association Shouldn’t Give Cannabis Cold Shoulder
Making Room for Women in the Marijuana World
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Water Qualifying for the Home Grower
The Good Fight of the Friendly Licenced Producer
Cannabis Could Help Treat Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Which Affect Millions, First Study Shows
Ontario to Sell Pot Online in Fall, in Private Stores Next Year
Thinking Of Taking A Trip To Canada To Smoke Pot? Here’s What You Need To Know
Citizens of the United States can opt to have a proper cannabis vacation in Canada, but you’ll have to be at least 19 years old and have a passport.
Monday, August 13, 2018
More Than Munchies: How Eating Pot Went From Crude to ‘Elevated’ Dining
Medical Marijuana Trial Shows Positive Signs for Epilepsy Sufferers
First FDA-Approved Marijuana-Based Drug Is Going To Cost You $32,500 Per Year
So the question lies for parents: will you choose to spend your money on an FDA-approved CBD medicine that could rack up a bill of $32,500 and up a year but still has side effects, or would you go for a completely natural version of CBD at around $1,800 per year with no side effects?
Sunday, August 12, 2018
Fitness Fanatic Says Cannabis Cbd Oil Changed His Life After Suffering From Depression
‘I Don’t Think I Look Like a Stoner’: the Women Changing the Face of the Cannabis Industry
CBD For Treating Skin Wounds and Cancerous Lesions
The study was concluded saying, “Collectively, these findings indicate that CBD exert an anti-inflammatory effect in early phase of wound healing process,” although the same findings weren’t observed in oral traumatic ulcerative lesions.
How One Bill Could Dispel Cannabis Myths Forever - The Marijuana Data Collection Act
The Marijuana Data Collection Act aims to provide accurate information about the impact of legalization within all states within the United States.
Saturday, August 11, 2018
Grocery Store Locations Among First Round of Approvals for Calgary Cannabis Dispensaries
Multiple Sclerosis Patient Calls Medical Cannabis Trial ‘a Miracle’
‘The Marijuana Show’ Offers Millions in Capital Investment to Ambitious Entrepreneurs
Free Cannabis Giveaways Paint a Picture of What the Post-legalization Black Market Will Look Like, Say Experts
Isolates vs. Distillates: Your Guide To Purified Cannabis
Many medical marijuana patients prefer cannabis distillate because of its versatility, ease of use, and potency. And because it’s odorless and flavorless, you can consume distillates with discretion.
California Is The World’s Biggest Legal Cannabis Marketplace, But Problems Are Here
Although this sounds problematic, the silver lining is that these labor pains should be seen as a sign that the California cannabis market is finally reaching maturity and soon enough it could resemble other regulated industries including food and booze.
Friday, August 10, 2018
Police Chief Calls for More Cannabis Clubs Where Drug Can Be Used and Traded Safely
Health Canada Approves Clinical Trials for Cannabis-Laced Pet Food to Treat Animal Anxiety
Availability Of Tobacco And Alcohol Increases Teenage Use, Not Marijuana Dispensaries
The number of cannabis dispensaries within 3 miles of a school didn’t equate to a spike in teenage cannabis consumption. The researchers also found that the variety or cost of pot products offered in the dispensaries had no impact on underage use.
Thursday, August 9, 2018
How to use Marijuana as an Alternative Medicine
Unconventional medicine helps to strengthen the body, reduce chronic diseases, prevent the development of diseases, complications, and exacerbations.