June, 2022

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House Appropriations Committee Approves Amendment to Protect Legal State Marijuana Programs

NORML

The House Committee on Appropriations voted today to approve an amendment that would prevent the Department of Justice from interfering with legal adult-use marijuana programs as part of the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies appropriations legislation for Fiscal Year 2023. The post House Appropriations Committee Approves Amendment to Protect Legal State Marijuana Programs appeared first on NORML.

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Cannabis Use and Pro-Social Behavior

Project CBD

Scientists link cannabis consumption to greater empathy, agreeableness, and moral fairness.

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What is THCA and what are the benefits of this cannabinoid?

Leafly

THCA, or tetrahydrocannabinolic acid, is a cannabinoid found in raw and live cannabis. Research suggests that THCA could possess immense therapeutic potential. The post What is THCA and what are the benefits of this cannabinoid? appeared first on Leafly.

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Is weed legal in Ukraine?

The Cannigma

Recreational: not legal, possession decriminalized Medical: legal. Recreational cannabis is not legal in Ukraine, but possession of up to 5 grams is decriminalized and there is a limited, but expanding, medical program. Despite its illegal status, many residents of Ukraine have a laid-back approach to cannabis. A quick search on the internet will tell you how easy it typically is to secure cannabis in Kyiv, the capital city.

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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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Brazil Legalizes Home-Grown Medical Cannabis 

Cannabis Life Network

Brazil’s Superior Court has effectively legalized medical cannabis for home-grown use. The decision is likely to set a precedent for similar cases. The Brazilian government has not yet responded to the court’s decision. What Happened The five-judge panel unanimously agreed that Brazil’s patients should have access to home-grown medical cannabis.

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Survey: Nearly Half of Authorized Medical Cannabis Patients Report Substituting Marijuana for Other Substances, Particularly Opioids and Alcohol

NORML

"As legal access continues to expand, one would expect the cannabis substitution effect to grow even more pronounced in the future.". The post Survey: Nearly Half of Authorized Medical Cannabis Patients Report Substituting Marijuana for Other Substances, Particularly Opioids and Alcohol appeared first on NORML.

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Ayahuasca and the Endocannabinoid System

Project CBD

Ayahuasca researchers probe link between serotonin and endocannabinoid signaling.

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Leafly investigation: Fentanyl-laced marijuana is a myth. It’s time to end the hype 

Leafly

Leafly investigates why police and media spread ‘fentanyl-laced marijuana’ rumors when lab results disprove the claims. The post Leafly investigation: Fentanyl-laced marijuana is a myth. It’s time to end the hype appeared first on Leafly.

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How to lower your cannabis tolerance

The Cannigma

If you’re a regular cannabis user, you may have noticed that over time, it takes more weed to get the results that you want. This build-up is known as tolerance, and it’s common in chronic cannabis users. But is it a problem? Tolerance vs. dependence. There is often confusion between these two terms, so let’s clear it up. According to the American Psychiatric Association , tolerance is defined as “a condition, resulting from persistent use of a drug, characterized by a markedly diminished effect

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Lupus: Medical Marijuana Case Study

CannaMD

Doctors have long struggled to find the best treatment for their lupus patients. But a recent case study published in the American Journal of Endocannabinoid Medicine found that medical marijuana could prove to be an effective treatment for symptoms of the disease. In this post, CannaMD will dive into this promising case study and explore […].

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Study: Inhaled Cannabis May Improve Quality Of Life For Chronic Pain Patients

The Fresh Toast

Study: Inhaled Cannabis May Improve Quality Of Life For Chronic Pain Patients. The administration of aerosolized cannabis through an inhaler may reduce long-term pain in patients with neuropathy and other chronic conditions. The post Study: Inhaled Cannabis May Improve Quality Of Life For Chronic Pain Patients appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Virginia: Approved Budget Recriminalizes Public Marijuana Possession Over Four Ounces of Marijuana

NORML

The language, which creates two new misdemeanors, will take effect with Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin’s signature. The post Virginia: Approved Budget Recriminalizes Public Marijuana Possession Over Four Ounces of Marijuana appeared first on NORML.

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Special Report on Cannabinoids & Chirality

Project CBD

The promise and pitfalls of synthetically produced CBD.

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Does cannabis interact with antidepressants?

Leafly

Wondering if you can smoke or consume weed on antidepressants? Explore potential risks and drug interactions between marijuana and different antidepressants. The post Does cannabis interact with antidepressants? appeared first on Leafly.

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How CBD, CBDA and CBG work to improve sleep, reduce pain and relieve worry

The Cannigma

Learning how to use non-impairing, hemp-based products such as CBD, CBDA and CBG can be confusing. With some products you may feel strong effects, some subtle, while others still produce nothing at all. Furthermore, most products don’t give you guidance on which one to take or how to find your optimal dosage, so you’re left wondering if CBD is overhyped.

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Did the endocannabinoid system evolve after insects?

Cannabis Life Network

Siberian sturgeons, bears, birds, humans, and the rest of the vertebrae on this globe are born with cannabinoid receptors. And a system of fatty acid ligands— endocannabinoids — interact with them. If the system is removed from any of these animals, severe diseases and complications will occur. For this reason, it becomes a debate as […]. The post Did the endocannabinoid system evolve after insects?

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Medical Cannabis For TMJ? Here’s What The Science Says

The Fresh Toast

Medical Cannabis For TMJ? Here’s What The Science Says. Millions of people with TMJ struggle with the severe pain and discomfort brought on by this condition. The post Medical Cannabis For TMJ? Here’s What The Science Says appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Analysis: Cannabis Retailers Drive Economic Growth, Are Not Magnets for Crime

NORML

"Licensed cannabis retailers are good neighbors, drive economic growth, and redirect tax dollars back into the local community. It makes no sense from either an economic perspective or from a public health perspective to prohibit these businesses or to relegate cannabis commerce solely to those operating in the unregulated marketplace.”. The post Analysis: Cannabis Retailers Drive Economic Growth, Are Not Magnets for Crime appeared first on NORML.

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CBD Regulatory Debacle

Project CBD

CBD regulatory debacle ensues as UK bureaucrats try to shoehorn a plant extract into a framework meant for synthetic food ingredients.

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Works of fire: 9 scorcher cannabis strains of July 4, 2022

Leafly

Fire in the hole! The post Works of fire: 9 scorcher cannabis strains of July 4, 2022 appeared first on Leafly.

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How to put a joint and save it for later

The Cannigma

The joint is an iconic cannabis delivery method, and one of the first things most people think of when they think of weed. Rolling and smoking a joint is one of the first tests for a new smoker. But when you inevitably roll a joint that’s too big for one sitting, what should you do? Don’t toss it away; you can smoke half the joint and save the rest for later!

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Excise Taxes in the Cannabis Industry 

Cannabis Life Network

How damaging are excise taxes in the cannabis industry? Canadian cannabis producers are again calling on the federal government to review its excise tax on cannabis. As cannabis prices fall, they argue the flat-fee tax structure is negatively affecting their profitability. The Cannabis Council of Canada (CCC) has released a report outlining the harm the […].

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Does Medical Cannabis Work For Meningitis?

The Fresh Toast

Does Medical Cannabis Work For Meningitis? Researchers recently discovered that CBD was effective in treating many different types of bacteria. The post Does Medical Cannabis Work For Meningitis? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Louisiana: Multiple Marijuana Reform Bills Signed Into Law; Measures Take Effect August 1

NORML

“These are common sense reforms provide further and sorely needed protections and freedoms for patients and others. Lawmakers are to be commended for putting politics aside and taking these important steps forward.". The post Louisiana: Multiple Marijuana Reform Bills Signed Into Law; Measures Take Effect August 1 appeared first on NORML.

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Bag the Tags! California's Eco-Absurdity

Project CBD

The attempt to track the movement of every cannabis plant in California is polluting the environment with plastic waste.

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Why are Thai farmers feeding cannabis to chickens?

Leafly

Cannabis for chickens? Thailand may have changed the poultry industry forever. The post Why are Thai farmers feeding cannabis to chickens? appeared first on Leafly.

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What is CBGA?

The Cannigma

While CBG (cannabigerol) has been hailed ‘the mother of all cannabinoids,’ it’s time to reveal the true heir to the throne – cannabigerolic acid, or CBGA. This cannabinoid has only recently been studied, and future studies will certainly divulge its exact importance. CBGA is naturally produced by the cannabis plant, and is the precursor to all of the phyto-, or plant-related cannabinoids like THC, CBD, CBN and CBG.

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NM cannabis company, medical cannabis patients sue health care providers

The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

The New Mexico Legislature last year approved a bill aimed at eliminating out-of-pocket costs for behavioral health. When Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed the measure into law, she said in a press release that the bill could “make a real, meaningful difference” by eliminating copays for behavioral health services. Now, a class action lawsuit filed last week is challenging New Mexico medical insurance providers for not covering medical cannabis expenses.

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Is Cannabis Now Winning The Fight Against Cervical Cancer?

The Fresh Toast

Is Cannabis Now Winning The Fight Against Cervical Cancer? Cannabis may work best in conjunction with other treatments that your medical provider has recommended. The post Is Cannabis Now Winning The Fight Against Cervical Cancer? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Analyses: Drug Interdiction Efforts at US Borders Typically Yield Only Small Quantities of Marijuana

NORML

Drug interdiction efforts along the US border often involve the seizure of small quantities of marijuana and no other substances, according to a pair of recently issued reports. The post Analyses: Drug Interdiction Efforts at US Borders Typically Yield Only Small Quantities of Marijuana appeared first on NORML.

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