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CBD Enhances Glucose Metabolism via Nuclear Receptors

Project CBD

The first evidence of an endocannabinoid interacting with PPARs came in 2002, when a research team in Tennessee showed that a metabolite of 2-AG activated PPAR- a. Prior to this, the man had no psychiatric history, the authors note. He had never taken anti-psychotic drugs nor received psychological treatment. And it worked.

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The history and science of psychedelics: from acid and shrooms to ketamine and salvia

The Cannigma

Scientists are hopeful that psychedelics might have more of a curative effect when it comes to mental health than many existing treatment options; meaning that unlike most psychiatric medications, psychedelics may be able to prompt long-term changes to our mental state with only a few doses. Are psychedelics safe? Classical psychedelics .

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Mass Roots: Deadly Dietrich Is Back & He Has A New Buddy, Mr Meeks & They Are Embroiled In A $12 Million Arbitration Claim By A Caymans Investment Fund.

Cannabis Law Report

Established in 2002, Empire operates 10 metal recycling facilities in Virginia and North Carolina and expects to continue expanding its footprint in the coming weeks. Established in 2002, Empire Services, Inc. It has historically generated higher profit margins when market prices for metal rise. (OTC About Empire Services.

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Italy: MINISTRY OF HEALTH DECREE – Definition of maximum levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in food

Cannabis Law Report

178/2002 of the European Parliament and of. Council of 28 January 2002, which establishes the principles and. 178/2002 no. drugs and psychotropic substances, prevention, treatment and. food have recorded a significant history of consumption. food have recorded a significant history of consumption.

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Paper: Racial Capitalism and the African American Experience Entering the Cannabis Industry By Dr. Ayoka Nurse

Cannabis Law Report

From the systemic history of racism in the United States, African Americans exclusion from economic opportunities leads to maximizing profits for the White elite (Hirschman, 2019). Before the civil war, there were more cannabis farms than cotton farms (Green, 2005). The global implications classify cannabis as the new colonization.

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MAPS Is 36 Years Old – Doblin Provides Precis Timeline of the Organization

Cannabis Law Report

This year, we are completing the second Phase 3 clinical trial of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD , the final stage prior to requesting FDA approval for a new prescription treatment to help heal trauma. To celebrate this, we invite you to take a trip down memory lane and review highlights from every year of our history.

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NFL Players Seek Change in League’s Marijuana Policy Following MLB Doing So

The Joint Blog

Davis, who retired during the 2002 preseason, said adopting a policy similar to MLB’s would improve players’ quality of life. As noted by a Reuters report, the NFL has firm rules regarding banned substances, with players regularly receiving suspensions for marijuana and alcohol violations.

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