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Why cannabis can make your heart race

The Cannigma

One of the most common unwanted side effects of cannabis, a spike in heart rate, also happens to be one of the most troublesome and can even turn new users off from the plant. “If you don’t explain that it’s possible that you can have a little acceleration of the heart for maybe 5 or 10 minutes and that it’s nothing to worry about,” said Janosch Kratz, MD , on The Cannabis Enigma podcast, “he gets nervous and says, ‘oh God, why did I take this drug.'R

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What is delta-8?

Leafly

Delta-8 is a cannabis compound similar to THC, although less potent. It's become popular lately because it's legal in states where THC is illegal—sometimes. Learn all about delta-8. The post What is delta-8? appeared first on Leafly.

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New National Poll: 75% of Americans Oppose Marijuana Prohibition

NORML

In a newly published poll by The Hill/HarrisX Daily, 75% of respondents said they opposed the federal prohibition and criminalization of marijuana, with only 25% saying they support the current policy. The post New National Poll: 75% of Americans Oppose Marijuana Prohibition appeared first on NORML.

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New York State of Euphoria

Project CBD

A historic moment: New York legalizes cannabis for adult use with provision allowing homegrown plants.

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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 to Protect Medical Cannabis Businesses and Patients in 1 Easy Step

Americans for Safe Access

While the Biden Administration has not publicly advertised how it intends to proceed on cannabis in its first 100 days or beyond, there is a need for the new administration to offer assurances that this administration intends to be proactive on approaching medical cannabis policy solutions to state-licensed cannabis businesses and the patients that rely on them for medicine.

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New York: Governor Cuomo Signs Marijuana Legalization Legislation into Law

NORML

The provisions specific to the personal possession of marijuana took effect upon signing. The post New York: Governor Cuomo Signs Marijuana Legalization Legislation into Law appeared first on NORML.

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The 'Weed Mom' Manifesto

Project CBD

Thumbs up for Weed Mom, Danielle Simone Brand’s book about cannabis.

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ASA Announces Unity 2021 Speakers

Americans for Safe Access

We’re excited to announce our first round of featured speakers for the 9th Annual National Medical Cannabis Unity Conference April 29-30! View the full agenda, speaker profiles and register to attend!

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How mood and vibe can change the way weed makes you feel

The Cannigma

For cannabis users, the where, how, and with whom can sometimes make all the difference. For instance, you may have an eighth of truly incredible cannabis flower in your pocket, but with the wrong people, the wrong setting, and the wrong overall vibe, that weed might as well be oregano. “Set and setting” is key not only in determining how enjoyable a given cannabis experience is, but can also influence a user’s potential for abuse of the substance.

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BREAKING: New York Legislature Approves Marijuana Legalization

NORML

Marijuana Revenue and Taxation Act (MRTA) legalizes and regulates the adult-use, commercial marijuana market in New York State, while also permitting those over the age of 21 to cultivate personal-use quantities of cannabis in their own homes. The post BREAKING: New York Legislature Approves Marijuana Legalization appeared first on NORML.

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WEED MOM

Project CBD

An excerpt from Weed Mom, the Canna-Curious Woman’s Guide to Healthier Relaxation, Happier Parenting, and Chilling TF Out, by Danielle Simone Brand.

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New Mexico poised to become the next legal cannabis state

Leafly

The state Legislature passed two legalization bills, which now await the governor's signature. The post New Mexico poised to become the next legal cannabis state appeared first on Leafly.

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THC can remain in breast milk for six weeks, study finds

The Cannigma

This article was first published on Analytical Cannabis. It appears here with permission. THC, the key intoxicating chemical of cannabis, can be present in human breast milk up to six weeks after marijuana use, according to a new study. Published in “JAMA Pediatrics ,” the study followed 25 new mothers who had a history of cannabis use. Seven of these women ultimately abstained from cannabis for the purposes of the study.

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Texas: Survey Finds That 61 Percent of Self-Identified Medical Cannabis Consumers Report Substituting It for Prescription Drugs

NORML

Sixty-one percent of respondents said that they “replaced” prescription opioids and/or benzodiazepines with medical cannabis – a finding that is consistent with several other studies. The post Texas: Survey Finds That 61 Percent of Self-Identified Medical Cannabis Consumers Report Substituting It for Prescription Drugs appeared first on NORML.

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Book Excerpt: Weed Mom

Project CBD

An excerpt from Weed Mom, the Canna-Curious Woman’s Guide to Healthier Relaxation, Happier Parenting, and Chilling TF Out, by Danielle Simone Brand.

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Star signs and cannabis strains: April 2021 horoscopes

Leafly

It's April, and we're not fooling around with the stars this month! Check out your horoscope and the strains that will get you through it all. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: April 2021 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.

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How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming the Cannabis Industry

Cannabis Life Network

AI is transforming the world—and the cannabis industry. Some view Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an existential risk that could wipe out humanity, others see it as an exciting new frontier to advance civilization. Regardless of one’s views, its prevalence today cannot be understated. Its application is so ubiquitous that even those critical of AI may […].

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Marijuana Legalization Expected to Advance This Week in Key States

NORML

A handful of key states are poised to advance adult use marijuana legalization proposals this week. The post Marijuana Legalization Expected to Advance This Week in Key States appeared first on NORML.

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Introducing France’s First Cannabis-Infused Wine from The Heart of Bordeaux

Veriheal

From the heart of Bordeaux, a wine-growing region, comes France’s first wine infused with cannabis. A young entrepreneur, Raphael De Pablo, launched the cannabis extracted infused wine in hopes of shaking up tradition and scoring with wine lovers. The wine has been infused with the cannabis compound known as cannabidiol, or CBD, due to the fact that tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, is still banned in the beautiful wine-nation. .

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Is your CBD what it says it is? Study finds high-THC weed sold as hemp

Leafly

Over 70% of CBD samples tested failed for either excessive levels of contamination or contained too much THC to qualify as hemp or both. The post Is your CBD what it says it is? Study finds high-THC weed sold as hemp appeared first on Leafly.

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Upcoming Webinar: High Times in NJ: New Recreational Marijuana Law Limits Employers’ Options to Prevent Impairment

The Blunt Truth

TBT readers are invited to join Seyfarth Shaw LLP’s upcoming webinar, “High Times in NJ: New Recreational Marijuana Law Limits Employers’ Options to Prevent Impairment.” Register here. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Wednesday, April 8, 2021. 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern. 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central. 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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New Mexico: Lawmakers Send Marijuana Legalization Measures to Governor’s Desk

NORML

Land of Enchantment Becomes Second State This Week to End Prohibition Following NY. The post New Mexico: Lawmakers Send Marijuana Legalization Measures to Governor’s Desk appeared first on NORML.

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How Women Inspired the Psychedelic Revolution

Cannabis Law Report

Despite the barriers for women throughout the development of psychedelic research, they have contributed greatly to the psychedelics industry, and… Read More.

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Virginia gets real on legalization, aims to move up start date to 2021

Leafly

There's no reason to wait three years, and Gov. Northam is ready to move ahead. The post Virginia gets real on legalization, aims to move up start date to 2021 appeared first on Leafly.

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Recipe: cannabis-infused bacon & baconnaise BLT

Cannabis Life Network

If you thought bacon couldn’t get any better, just wait till we show you how to add weed to the beloved salt-vessel. That’s right, the supreme side-dish for breakfast lovers and sandwich enthusiasts can double as your medium for consuming cannabis. With a fat content of over 60%, bacon has a perfect chemical makeup for […]. The post Recipe: cannabis-infused bacon & baconnaise BLT appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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A Week for the History Books

NORML

In short, in a matter of hours, we have seen cannabis freedom be extended to tens of millions more Americans! The post A Week for the History Books appeared first on NORML.

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Canopy Growth Completes Acquisition of Leading Ontario-based Cannabis Brand Ace Valley

Cannabis Law Report

SMITHS FALLS, ON, April 1, 2021 /CNW/ – Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX: WEED) (NASDAQ: CGC)… Read More.

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Does white ash equal quality cannabis? Leafly asked the experts

Leafly

This bit of cannabis bro science is thin on facts. The post Does white ash equal quality cannabis? Leafly asked the experts appeared first on Leafly.

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Most Popular Medical Marijuana Strains in Arkansas

Cannabis Life Network

Most often, newsworthy strains are those bred and sold on America’s West Coast — the epicenter of cannabis culture and creation. However, just because strains like GG#4 and Dutch Treat reign supreme on the coast doesn’t mean that the rest of the country is so enamoured with these varieties. Cannabis commerce laws being what they […]. The post Most Popular Medical Marijuana Strains in Arkansas appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Efforts This Week In New York and New Mexico Have Broad Implications

NORML

In fact, the successful passage of legalization in New York alone would represent a massive shift at both the state and federal levels. Right now, six percent of US House members represent New York State, and seven percent of all Congressional House Committee and Subcommittee Chairs are from New York. Ending marijuana prohibition in the Empire State will turn a lot of those lawmakers into strong allies.