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Cannabinoids for Cannabis Use Disorder?

Project CBD

The research is in. Scientists have discovered a cure for cannabis addiction — and it turns out to be cannabis! Adrian Devitt-Lee explores how a new JAMA study illustrates a larger problem in the scientific community: Hypothesizing After the Results are Known.

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Study: CBD Reduces Anxiety And Tremors In Parkinson’s Patients

The Fresh Toast

Suffer from a fear of public speaking? You might be encouraged by a new study, which found that CBD can calm nerves in anxiety-inducing situations. Continue reading Study: CBD Reduces Anxiety And Tremors In Parkinson’s Patients at The Fresh Toast.

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USDA certified organic CBD products still hard to find

Cannabis Law Report

Until a few months ago, USDA certified organic CBD products are not available in plenty amount. What was the reason behind that? Before knowing the reason behind this, we need to be familiar with some related info. What exactly are the certified organic CBD products? Are there any differences between organic products and certified organic products? Yes, there is a vital difference.

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How long does THC stay in your system?

Leafly

Learn how different drug tests work, how long THC and other cannabinoids stay in your system, and how to detox quicker to avoid a positive result. The post How long does THC stay in your system? appeared first on Leafly.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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How Wheat Sensitivity relates to a broken endocannabinoid system

Cannabis Life Network

Our guts and brains are connected in a profound way. We previously began to explore how the endocannabinoid system (ECS) entwines with these connections. Neurological signals sent between the gut’s vagus nerve and the brain’s chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) are regulated by the ECS. Characteristics of malfunctioning cannabinoid ligands exist with each bringing their own […].

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Italy: Medical marijuana is now free of charge in Sicily

Cannabis Law Report

The Local Italy is reporting today (21 Jan) that Medical cannabis will now be available free of charge in the Sicily region, according to a decree signed today by Sicilian health chief Ruggero Razza. The cost of prescriptions, available to patients suffering from chronic pain, cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis, will be covered by the Sicilian regional government according to reports in Italian media. writes.

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Canadian moms band together to fight cannabis stigma

Leafly

From BC to Saskatchewan and Ontario, cannabis-consuming moms are organizing to combat stigma through podcasts, education, and discussion. The post Canadian moms band together to fight cannabis stigma appeared first on Leafly.

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Does Your Cannabis Business Qualify for Trademark Protection? The Answer is Most Certainly “Yes!”

Canna Law Blog

We try to cover cannabis-related trademark issues thoroughly on this blog, because branding and trademark protection form the most basic foundation for most businesses. In our most recent posts, we’ve focused heavily on trademark disputes, because as the industry matures, litigation has become inevitable. For reference, you can check out some of the big trademark disputes from the last couple of years here: Cannabis Trademark Litigation: Web Platform Liability (Mr.

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These 8 companies want to buy Cannabis NB

Leafly

Eight recognizable contenders are looking to turn New Brunswick's drowning Cannabis NB into a profitable operation. The post These 8 companies want to buy Cannabis NB appeared first on Leafly.

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Washington: HB 2546 Bill proposes to outlaw vast majority of state-licensed vape cartridges, dabbable extracts, and other concentrated products

Cannabis Law Report

The new proposal, House Bill 2546 , would dramatically alter the face of Washington’s legal cannabis landscape by outlawing the vast majority of state-licensed vape cartridges, dabbable extracts, and other concentrated products. Such products are increasingly popular with consumers, lawmakers noted in the bill, accounting for nearly 40% of the state’s legal cannabis sales in 2019. 2546.

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Is It Possible For Medical Marijuana To Go Bad?

The Fresh Toast

Like foods and beverages, most medications are felt to have limited shelf lives, but does the same apply to medical cannabis? . Continue reading Is It Possible For Medical Marijuana To Go Bad? at The Fresh Toast.

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Scottish Actor, Brian Cox, Dropped By Dundee Elderly Day Care Centre As Patron Because He Admitted Publicly He Enjoyed Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

Last week the Scottish actor said cannabis is ‘absolutely great’ and the drug makes the turbulent world of politics easier to bear. I think we can all agree with that. Unfortunately the actor with a CBE (Commander of The British Empire) Incurred the wrath of Joyce McIntosh, chairwoman of the Mid-Lin Daycare Centre, in Dundee. Good to see that Cox re-iterated his thoughts on cannabis use.

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What Is The Entourage Effect And How Does It Affect Your High?

The Fresh Toast

One of the mysteries that inspires the most curiosity amongst researchers is how cannabis compounds interact with each other, producing different medicinal benefits and highs. Continue reading What Is The Entourage Effect And How Does It Affect Your High? at The Fresh Toast.

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NY: Cuomo’s Budget Speech & Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

FULL BUDGET PRESENTATION. January 21, 2020 – Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today outlined the FY 2021 Executive Budget, advancing a clear vision and bold, nation-leading and historic actions to make progress happen in the State of New York. “Legalize adult use cannabis,” Cuomo said during his budget speech. “I believe it is best done in the budget.

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Cannabis & Binge Drinking

Project CBD

What impact does cannabis legalization have on other substance use by college students? A recent study out of Oregon State University ( OSU ) aimed to find out.

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UK Justice Secretary Tells LBC Radio Shock Jock ” We Have To Be Very Clear, Controlled Drugs,Dangerous Drugs Are Unlawful, They’re Illegal, They’re Criminal To Possess Or Supply”

Cannabis Law Report

Theo Usherwood the political at LBC radio has tweeted the justice secretary’s comments on drug use and the law on the Nick Ferrari show. The inference is that the UK won’t be rushing towards any form of blanket medical or adult use reform/legislation any time in the near future. Here are political editor Theo Usherwood’s tweets concerning Bucklands comments… The Guardian provide some background here.

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Touretty Syndrome Patients Report Subjective Benefits From Marijuana Use, Finds Study

The Joint Blog

Marijuana use is associated with subjective benefits in patients with Tourette Syndrome (TS), according to a new study published in the journal Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research. The study is titled Treatment of Gilles de la Tourette Syndrome in cannabis-based medicine: Results from a retrospective analysis and online survey. For the study researchers from Hannover Medical School in Germany and the Medical University of Warsaw in Poland examined 98 individuals with Tourette Syndrome who had pri

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South Australian Police Direct In Their Approach To Cannabis Testing Vehicle Users

Cannabis Law Report

Good to see a simple and direct to the point advertisng campaign on the issue from the South Australian police force. Sourced from facebook it’s good to see no confusion in the message and with a specific stated time period.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

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Describe the hepatic metabolism of THC. Phase I of the metabolism of THC by the liver involves CYP 2C9/2C19/3A4. Phase I produces 11-OH-THC, 11-COOH-THC and other compounds. Phase II involves glucouronidation to produce 11-nor-9-carboxy-THC Glucouronide and 8b,11-di-OH-THC Glucouronide. These compounds are excreted in the urine and feces. See Answer.

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Missouri: Judge Orders State Regulators To Hold On Dispensary License Application In City Of Independence

Cannabis Law Report

Their report reveals…… A Missouri judge has ordered state regulators to hold off on determining the fate of a marijuana dispensary license application in Independence while a lawsuit challenging city regulations makes its way through the court. Healing Center of Kansas City in November sued the Missouri Department of Health and Human Services and the city of Independence, saying city zoning regulations on medical marijuana dispensaries were overly restrictive.

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How CBD Gummies Can Help with Daily Stress

The Joint Blog

In the United States, stress is one of the most common mental health problems. In 2017, more than 77 percent of American citizens reported feeling stressed on a regular basis, and a third said they were living with extreme stress every day. Unfortunately, the future outlook isn’t much better, nearly half the nation said they believed their stress had increased significantly over the last five years.

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Another Cannabis CFO Bites The Dust

Cannabis Law Report

In a brief news release issued after market close on Jan. 17, Las Vegas-based Australis said Carlotti’s employment had been “terminated” effective Jan. 16. The company gave no explanation for the move. Alex Han will serve as CFO on an interim basis. Read more at. Aurora Cannabis offshoot Australis Capital announces CFO departure.

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Pete Buttigieg wants to end the war on weed—but not in South Bend

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Mayor Pete talks a big game on national drug reform, but at home in Indiana he didn't do much to improve things. The post Pete Buttigieg wants to end the war on weed—but not in South Bend appeared first on Leafly.

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US Hemp Roundtable – State Alert: Big Hemp News in Kentucky

Cannabis Law Report

Big Hemp News in Kentucky…With National Impact. Both historically, and more recently as prohibition has been lifted, Kentucky has played an outsized role in the development of the nation’s hemp industry. From 19 th century hemp farmer/US House Speaker Henry Clay to today’s political leaders, such as Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and U.S.

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North Dakota Governor Pardons 16 Cannabis Convictions, Potentially Thousands More Coming

The Joint Blog

North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum announced on Friday that he has officially pardoned 16 people convicted of low-level marijuana crimes. The Associated Press is reporting that these are just the first wave in what may be thousands under a new policy the first-term Republican said gives former offenders a second chance. “The policy adopted last year allows people with low-level marijuana convictions petition to have their records wiped clean if they avoid unlawful behavior for five years

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Pasadena’s Vice Mayor Hampton calls for halt and overhaul of city’s cannabis permitting process

Cannabis Law Report

Pasadena Vice Mayor Tyron Hampton Monday issued a lengthy statement in which he said Pasadena’s cannabis permitting process has proven to be a failure and should be stopped and overhauled for three principal reasons. First, Hampton’s statement said, the application process was unfairly designed in a way that favored only the wealthiest people and companies.

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New Zealand to overturn cannabis vaporizer ban, clearing the way for imports

Cannabis Law Report

The “cabinet has agreed to replace the Misuse of Drugs Utensils Notice with a notice that enables the import of vaporizers that have been approved as medical devices by an overseas regulator.”. Read the full report at. New Zealand to overturn cannabis vaporizer ban, clearing the way for imports.

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Details From The Latest Mexican Senate Draft Bill “Cannabis Regulation Law”

Cannabis Law Report

It looks llike the legislation will be covering a lot of ground and it’s interesting to note that it is highlighted that, “It is established that the communities affected by drug trafficking and crime will have priority in the delivery of licenses, considering that the “empowerment of groups of farmers, farmers and communities in activities related to planting, planting, cultivation will be a guiding focus and harvesting of cannabis and its derivatives” Milennio 2020 reports.

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SEC Press Release: SEC Files Charges Against Scheme To Sell Fictitious Interests In Marijuana Company

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the full press release from the SEC. Washington, D.C., Jan. 21, 2020 – The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced charges against Guy S. Griffithe and Robert W. Russell, and three companies they controlled, for an alleged scheme that defrauded investors who thought they were purchasing interests in a Washington-licensed recreational cannabis company out of approximately $4.85 million.

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Australia TGA Stats Say More Patients Are Getting Access To Medical Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

Here in Sydney we’d love to know the clinics and doctors that are actually prescribing. This report in hemp Gazette says there are actually only 22 officially sanctioned prescribers of medical cannabis in the entire country. Maybe the Senate enquiry which is due to report at the end of February will help unravel some of these knots. Hemp Gazette reports. …There’s a lot of activity on the Australian cannabusiness scene, but what is happening at the patient end of things?

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