Project CBD

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Psilocybin, the psychedelic mushroom extract, has been fast-tracked by the FDA to treat depression, but doctors still can’t use it in their practice.

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Americans for Safe Access

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

We're excited to say the the October/November issue of Cannabis Patient Care Magazine is now available online. You'll want to make sure you check out the first article, my interview with Dr. Marisa Weiss. I got her thoughts on how patients can talk to their doctor or oncologist about medical cannabis. It was great to hear her perspective, as a doctor, on an issue that we talk a lot about from the patient side.

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NORML

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Despite medical marijuana programs being passed or enacted in a supermajority of states, federal policy currently prohibits VA-affiliated doctors from even recommending medical cannabis to veterans in those states where such use is legal -- thus forcing military veterans to seek the advice of a private, out-of-network physician. . The post Veterans consume marijuana illegally everyday – here’s how you can change that?

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Leafly

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Spotted: sub-$200 ounces up and down the Golden State. The post Budhunter: California weed steals and deals to remember this November appeared first on Leafly.

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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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Project CBD

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

How one man used psilocybin to treat his anxiety and depression.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2021

"While today's news comes as a welcome relief for West Virginians, it is far too little too late for the tens of thousands of patients who have suffered needlessly in the interim as politicians and regulators largely dragged their feet," NORML State Policies Manager Carly Wolf said. The post Medical Cannabis Sales Finally Set to Begin in West Virginia appeared first on NORML.

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Leafly

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Learn more about cannabis terpenes, the aromatic oils that give cannabis its distinctive smell. Explore their benefits and discover how they can deepen your appreciation of cannabis. The post What are cannabis terpenes and what do they do? appeared first on Leafly.

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Project CBD

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Scientists have only recently begun to investigate and understand the critical role that the endocannabinoid system plays in alcohol addiction and various mood disorders. Alcohol dependence is linked to down-regulation of endocannabinoids and CB1 brain receptors.

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The Fresh Toast

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

THC & Inflammation: Here’s What This Relationship Means For Your Health. Researchers believe that cannabinoids are able to create pathways in the brain that reduce or shut off the body's anti-inflammatory response. The post THC & Inflammation: Here’s What This Relationship Means For Your Health appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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The Cannigma

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Amid speculation on whether cannabidiol (CBD) can influence the intoxicating effects of d9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a new study supports this idea, along with another unexpected and interesting finding related to a serious mental health disorder. Published in the Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology in September 2021, researchers concluded that CBD could lessen the psychoactive effects of THC when taken together. 1.

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Leafly

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Love 'em or hate 'em, these stinky strains should be celebrated for their funkiness. The post Top 5 stinky strains for funky weed lovers appeared first on Leafly.

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Americans for Safe Access

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The 2021 Americans for Safe Access State of the States Report, to be released next month, will feature new report card formats and scoring that highlight key areas of medical cannabis policy that affect patient needs. ASA’s updated grading rubric emphasizes the many issues that are still blocking millions of patients from access. The new report cards adds emphasis on civil rights and patient protections, affordability, health and social equity, and product safety while also giving penalties for

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The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Recreational-use cannabis dispensaries in New Mexico are slated to open their doors in about five months, if not sooner. Medical cannabis dispensaries, many of which have been in operation for years, may end up feeling the brunt of an expected run on cannabis products next year, but legacy cannabis cultivators could have an advantage over those who are still in the queue, waiting for their applications to be approved.

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The Fresh Toast

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

I’m A Proud Air Force Veteran, And Cannabis Changed My Life For The Better. Not enough is being done to make sure veterans have access to medical cannabis, yet we have ample access to opioids. The post I’m A Proud Air Force Veteran, And Cannabis Changed My Life For The Better appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Leafly

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Thousands of people use cannabis to manage the painful, sleep-disturbing, sweat-inducing symptoms of perimenopause. But does it really work? The post Cannabis and perimenopause—it’s a hormone thing appeared first on Leafly.

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Sensi Seeds

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

In the USA, we saw the simultaneous conflict between state and federal law, and the benefit of legalisation for different state economies. In the Netherlands and Spain, there was a half-hearted attitude towards legalisation. As for Uruguay? Full legalisation without proper preparation. Everybody did it a little differently — so is there a best way to do it?

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

A WA parliamentary committee into cannabis and hemp use has overhauled how MPs declare any conflicts of interest after its chair Brian Walker got into very hot water and had to resign from the board of ASX-listed medicinal cannabis company Creso after only 4 days in the position. As far as we can find there’s no reference to either the prior rules or the updated rules on the relevant WA Parliament page.

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The Fresh Toast

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

4 Former WWF And WCW Superstars Turned Weed Activists. Since times have changed regarding how cannabis is viewed, former superstars are able to be more vocal about the benefits and ways it has helped prolong their careers. The post 4 Former WWF And WCW Superstars Turned Weed Activists appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Leafly

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

With Amsterdam cutting back on cannabis cafes, these countries may soon become must-visits for rolling stoners. The post 17 countries that could become top weed tourism destinations appeared first on Leafly.

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CannaMD

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

There is a growing body of both anecdotal evidence and clinical research supporting the benefits of medical marijuana to mitigate the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. In recognition of this information, a significant but still limited number of Parkinson’s patients have turned to cannabis as a complementary therapy to traditional pharmaceutical options.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

They write 11 November. Germany’s likely next ruling coalition is closing in on a deal to legalize cannabis for recreational use, the strongest signal yet that long-awaited growth of Europe’s marijuana market is gaining traction. Negotiators for the Social Democrats, Greens and pro-business Free Democrats are hammering out the details, including conditions under which the sale and use of recreational cannabis would be allowed and regulated, according to people familiar with the talks, who asked

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

California is renowned for having one of the most lucrative and well-organized cannabis industries in the entire U.S. However, medical cannabis patients have felt somewhat neglected since The Control, Regulate and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act , or Proposition 64, was enacted. The legislation, which was approved by voters on Nov. 8, 2016, effectively eradicated compassionate care (medical and emotional care for patients with terminal diseases).

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Leafly

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Light one and smoke along with this potent playlist of classic songs featuring lyrics about dank weed. The post The 23 dankest lyrics about loud weed appeared first on Leafly.

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The Cannigma

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Cannabis edibles have progressed beyond basic “ pot brownies” and now come in all sorts of flavors and tastes and most work perfectly. But some things with marijuana can be like oil and water – literally. If you’re making edibles, then chances are you’ve seen lecithin in a recipe or two. It can be the key to making seamlessly-blended weed gummies, and improve the effectiveness of all types of edibles.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

This week Heather chats with Bob Hoban of Law Firm Clark Hill about his work in Columbia + a quick round up of his thoughts on what’s happening in other jurisdictions in South & Central America. Bob Hoban. Then we pop back to the US and a conversation with Dede Perkins about one of our favorite subjects, compliance, and her company’s platform that aims to make life easier for companies in the very complicated world of cannabis compliance.

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Leafwell

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Approximately 8 million adults have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in the United States, a condition in which a person has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It is estimated that approximately 8 percent of adults, or one in 13 people in the US, will develop PTSD during their lifetime. This number sharply increases for military veterans and armed forces.

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Leafly

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Retail stores aren't expected until 2023, so these street sellers have a year to strategize. Here are their plans. The post Here’s how New York City’s weed dealers are preparing for legalization appeared first on Leafly.

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Alchimia

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

It’s not unusual for people to think that cannabis is the only plant that produces cannabinoids (after all, it has “canna” in its name). But other phytochemicals (known as ‘ cannabimimetics ‘) also interact with the endocannabinoid system in a wide variety of plants and fruits, which could open other alternative routes to explore new therapeutic compounds.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

We learn. Abby Michels has joined the Green Light Law Group as a litigation attorney, bringing more than two dozen years of litigation experience to the firm. Graduating from the University of Washington with a degree in art history, Abby then attended and graduated from Willamette University College of Law, where she served on Law Review and received various scholarships.

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Leafwell

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Bas Rutten, Ross Rebagliati, Megan Rapinoe, Lolo Jones, Bill Walton. Those are just a few of the accomplished pro athletes who have used medical marijuana for recovery, relaxation and, most importantly, an alternative to painkillers. Martial artists and yoga practitioners in particular seem to have an affinity to cannabis. The stereotypical image of a lazy stoner lying around in their underwear.

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