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MAPS Is Pushing For FDA Approval Of MDMA-Assisted Therapy

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MAPS Public Benefit Corporation (PBC), an arm of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies , has made big strides recently encouraging the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to consider approving MDMA, also known as molly or ecstasy, for MDMA-assisted therapy.

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Cannabis Seeds Found in a Chinese Tomb Show Evidence of Use in Ancient Times

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The accidental discovery of the tomb of a Tang dynasty soldier, Guo Xing, hinted at cannabis as an important food crop in ancient China. The recent discovery of the Tang dynasty soldier’s tomb confirmed that the Chinese civilization used cannabis for much more than food. In Ancient China Cannabis May Have Been A Staple Food Crop.

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Thoughts on Thailand (Sort of) Legalizing Cannabis

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Last month we weighed in on Thailand becoming the first country in Southeast Asia to decriminalize cannabis. Still, with its new policy, Thailand joins a short list of nations where weed has been decriminalized or better, including Canada , Mexico , and South Africa. Restaurants already feature cannabis infused foods.

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The Endocannabinoid System-History, Health and Why We Feel High

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The History and Science of Cannabis. As of October 17th 2018, the Canadian government has decriminalized recreational use of cannabis under legislative bill C-45, also known as the Cannabis Act. Have a history of hypersensitivity to any cannabinoid or to smoke (if the cannabis is smoked). Have a history of substance abuse.

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NAACP Advocates for Marijuana Legalization and Cannabis Industry Workers’ Rights in Renewed Push for Reform

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Historical Background The NAACP’s recent move aligns with its history of progressive stances on cannabis reform. In past years, the NAACP endorsed various measures aimed at decriminalizing cannabis. Most important among the supporters of the amendment, however, is the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW).

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Buying Cannabis in Bangkok, Thailand

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In June 2022 Thailand decriminalized cannabis and was intended for medical purposes and not for people to get high. The Bhumjaithai party’s leader, Anutin Charnvirakul, became health minister in 2019 after campaigning to legalize marijuana cultivation in Thailand, which has a long history of using cannabis for medicinal purposes.

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The History of Cannabis Prohibition: How Did Marijuana Become Illegal in the US?

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It appears that throughout history, cannabis crops were very important and not merely for its psychoactive properties. The Chinese, who are credited for inventing hemp paper, also used cannabis to make oil and used seeds for food. The First Use of Cannabis. It is believed that cannabis was first used in China around 2900 BC.

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