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Cannabis regulations in Slovenia

The Cannigma

Medical marijuana is not technically legal, but cannabinoid-based medications are. The same year, the government reclassified cannabinoids to make them available for medical use. Still, officially the market is only 18 years old, as the country joined the EU in 2004, and thus fell into compliance with EU hemp regulations.

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For The First Time, The NFL Will Not Test Players For Cannabis Use During Offseason

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In 2004, star running back Ricky Williams abruptly retired after failing a drug test that would have resulted in a suspension. Back in 2004, I retired to smoke weed,” Williams said in 2018. We don’t see the NFL trying to control players’ alcohol consumption or tobacco consumption. Well, that’s not all the way true.

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What is cannabis hyperemesis syndrome?

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Fortunately, it is pretty rare, but for those who get it, it can mean an end to cannabis consumption. It is a condition known as Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome. It was in 2004 that a study conducted in Australia first described this syndrome, being further clarified with the clinical diagnostic criteria of CHS in 2009.

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How cannabis affects urinary function

The Cannigma

Studies demonstrate that cannabis and its cannabinoid constituents have an implication on human urinary function. The common understanding is that every individual has a separate and different reaction to cannabinoid-based therapy, the same is true with how it might influence individual urinary symptoms.

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U.S. Chemist Roger Adams Isolated CBD 75 Years Ago

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In his profile of Adams in No Boundaries: University of Illinois Vignettes (2004), Ronald Doel relates how the esteemed chemist was publicly dressed down by Harry J. In my opinion, this drug is bad for human consumption and should be painted so,” he lectured. Since then, (THC) has become the most widely studied cannabinoid.”.

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Using Cannabis for ALS: Benefits, Research and Best Strains

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Exploring the available research on ALS and cannabinoids. The CBD cannabinoid is proven to be an exceptional seizure-controlling agent for epilepsy patients, and also shows great promise for treating Parkinson’s , Alzheimer’s and Multiple Sclerosis. The first study I will reference is from 2006, conducted on mice.

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What Does Cannabis Legalization Look Like in the UK?

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Amphetamines, barbiturates, cannabis, codeine, ketamine, methylphenidate (Ritalin), synthetic cannabinoids, synthetic cathinones (for example mephedrone, methoxetamine). Despite that, the following punishments have been handed out for cannabis-related consumption or possession. The 5 Most Ridiculous Punishments for Cannabis.