Sat.Dec 08, 2018 - Fri.Dec 14, 2018

article thumbnail

How Long Does it Take to Feel CBD and How Long Do the Effects of CBD Last?

Cannabis Cheri

Ask Cheri: How long does it take before CBD effects kick in? How long do the effects of CBD last? How much CBD should I take? Thanks, Carole. Those are ALL great questions Carole! Regardless of the reason you are taking CBD, you obviously want to know what to expect and how to best use it. Instead of answering this question myself, I am going to turn it over to CBD expert Joy Smith, of Joy Organics , a full spectrum (minus THC) CBD hemp oil company.

CBD 188
article thumbnail

Despite Legalization, Cannabis Remains Prohibited for Canadian Athletes

Puff Puff Post

TORONTO — Canada’s anti-doping watchdogs are warning athletes that while cannabis use will become legal for the average Canadian as of next weekend, a toke remains taboo for them. CBD is the short form for “cannabidiol,” a cannabis extract. But the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) would rather athletes remember it as “Can Be Dangerous.” The message is part of a CCES social media campaign to alert athletes to potential pitfalls around the legalization of ma

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

Grandma Is The New Face Of Cannabis

Canna Care Docs

Silver Haze In The Golden Years. Even as the boomer generation—the one known for “tuning in and dropping out”—approaches retirement, there’s a long-held stigma surrounding marijuana among older people. For many who were young in the 1960s and 70s, cannabis was something seen at parties, possibly experimented with, but for the most part set aside. It’s hard to get past decades of federal prohibition and criminalization, so it’s little wonder that in 2017 only three percent of adults over 65 years

article thumbnail

What’s the Difference Between Loose Leaf Cannabis, Cannabis Concentrates, and Cannabis Oil?

Canabo Medical Clinic

If you’re new to the world of medical cannabis, one of the things you may not know is that there are different forms of cannabis. Most people are familiar with the loose leaf variant, but you may be less familiar with cannabis concentrates and cannabis oil. What’s the difference among the various forms of cannabis? There are some major differences between loose leaf cannabis and other forms.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

How Long Does it Take to Feel CBD and How Long Do the Effects of CBD Last?

Cannabis Cheri

Ask Cheri: How long does it take before CBD effects kick in? How long do the effects of CBD last? How much CBD should I take? Thanks, Carole. Those are ALL great questions Carole! Regardless of the reason you are taking CBD, you obviously want to know what to expect and how to best use it. Instead of answering this question myself, I am going to turn it over to CBD expert Joy Smith, of Joy Organics , a full spectrum (minus THC) CBD hemp oil company.

CBD 100

More Trending

article thumbnail

Sensi’s Ultimate Cannabis Gift Guide for the Holidays

Sensi Seeds

If you dread buying gifts because you never know what anyone might like, can’t remember any of the cool stuff you saw during the year, or if like me, you just plain hate shopping, fear not Sensi friends, we have created the ultimate cannabis gift guide for you, full of ideas guaranteed to be a hit! Cannabis Vaporizers. BUY HERE ›› . All the cool kids are doing it these days, so much so some predict that vape pens are the future of consuming cannabis, and thanks to a bunch of new styles with upgr

article thumbnail

Weed Wellness: How Pot & Pilates Changed My Life

NewsMunchies

Cannabis is the cornerstone of my self-care practice, which includes taking care of my physical as well as mental well being. Imbibing cannabis remarkably improves my workouts. It connects me mentally and emotionally into my body, which allows me to get a more fulfilling Pilates workout. Cannabis is all the rage among athletes too and those looking to manage pain , alleviate stress, and enhance performance.

article thumbnail

5 Common Mistakes Patients New to Medical Cannabis Make

Canabo Medical Clinic

The medical marijuana patient population is growing in Canada. Even as rules are changing, many are discovering the medicinal properties of cannabis. As more research is conducted, more doctors and patients alike are convinced medical marijuana may be the right treatment for them. Are you part of this growing population? New patients often have many questions, some of which your doctor may not be able to answer.

article thumbnail

Hemp and Clothing

Leaf Science

Johnny Hughes is a freelance writer living in County Longford in the heart of Ireland. After spending 10 years of his life in the corporate world he took a chance 12 months ago and left for good. Now he is embarking on a new journey – a discovery through research & writing. Johnny is taking a look at the problems of our world and how Cannabis Sativa L and Industrial Hemp can hemp solve those problems.

Hemp 50
article thumbnail

7 Ways to Improve the Health Outcomes You Get from Medical Cannabis

Medicinal Marijuana Association

If you’ve been using medical cannabis for any length of time, you may have wondered how you could maximize the health outcomes of this treatment. Research suggests cannabis could be helpful in the management of many different conditions.

article thumbnail

The Week in Weed: December 14, 2018

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. The big news this week is that hemp legalization is on its way to the President’s desk. Noted hemp supporter Sen. Mitch McConnell even signed the bill with a hemp pen. In other federal news, the Surgeon General has come out in favor of rescheduling cannabis.

Hemp 40
article thumbnail

6 Ways to Reduce the Symptoms of Crohn’s Disease

Canabo Medical Clinic

If you have Crohn’s disease, you know the symptoms all too well. Nausea, abdominal discomfort, and frequent and urgent bowel movements are the realities of a Crohn’s flare-up. Flare-ups can happen even if you usually manage your symptoms relatively well. Over time, your symptoms may also get progressively worse, regardless of your attentive care.

article thumbnail

The Emerald Cup 2018

Leaf Science

This weekend I will be visiting Santa Claus but if truth be told I would rather be visiting Santa Rosa in California for the annual Emerald Cup. Now in its 15th year the emerald cup prides itself on being the only 100% outdoor organic cannabis competition in the world. Cup Origins. From its humble beginnings in area 101 in Mendocino, Tim Blake has transformed this private gathering into a major public event.

Events 43
article thumbnail

Industrial Hemp – Now Legal and Unregulated in Michigan

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

On November 6, 2018, Michigan voters approved Proposal 1 and made Michigan the twelfth U.S. jurisdiction to legalize recreational marijuana. The Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA) went into effect December 6. What has been lost in all the smoke from the past several weeks is how MRTMA impacts the regulation of industrial hemp.

Hemp 40
article thumbnail

Timeless Vapes Holiday Box Deal – SOLD OUT!!!!

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

Make this your best Christmas ever with this LIMITED-EDITION Holiday Box from our friends and partners, Timeless Vapes. What’s Inside the Timeless Vapes Holiday Box? Inside You Will Find: Three Cartridges filled with LIMITED-EDITION Holiday Strains. Cherry Pie. Cream Pie. Peppermint Patty. Timeless Battery with Charger. Timeless Flip Case. Details on the Timeless Vapes Holiday Box Products: The Timeless TV6 battery (power supply) contains state of the art C-Cell Technology designed in the U.S.

Vaping 40
article thumbnail

Marijuana Sows Seeds of Conflict for San Francisco Employers, But Maybe Not for Utah Employers

The Blunt Truth

What a year it’s been in legalizing cannabis—from conservative states legalizing medical marijuana—to city ordinances imposing cannabis requirements. Changes in Cannabis laws are definitely creating a buzz for SF and Utah employers. Background Checks SF. San Francisco, known for its forward progress in the cannabis space, has done it again. Effective October 1, 2018, employers are prohibited from “inquiring about, requiring disclosure of, or basing employment decisions on convictions for decrimi

article thumbnail

No Smoking: Safest Ways For Pets To Ingest Medical Marijuana

Ezra Parzybok

Marijuana is a plant. It is composed of various compounds; two of which are called Cannabidiol (CBD) and Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). CBD is the compound that has medicinal properties while THC gives humans the “high” when smoking marijuana. In recent years, marijuana enjoyed the status of being referred to as the “wonder drug” for its medicinal powers that reportedly could assist in seizures, spasms, arthritis, pain management, and even certain tumors that result in cancer.

Pets 40
article thumbnail

Watch Sen. Mitch McConnell use a pen made out of hemp to sign off on the final version of the Farm Bill…which legalizes hemp

SMPL

VIDEO: Watch Sen. Mitch McConnell use a pen made out of hemp to sign off on the final version of the Farm Bill…which legalizes hemp.

Hemp 40
article thumbnail

Medical Cannabis Use Associated With Reduced Opioid Use In Pain Patients, Finds Study

The Joint Blog

The use of medical cannabis for at least a month is associated with reduced opioid use in pain patients, according to a new study. The study, titled Opioid dose reduction and pain control with medical cannabis , was published by the Journal of Clinical Oncology. It was conducted by researchers at the Kymera Independent Physicians medical group. For the study, “A retrospective cohort was evaluated to understand the pattern of care and QOL [quality of life] outcomes with MC [medical cann

article thumbnail

Federal Cannabis Lawsuit Defends Appeal, Judges were Engaged and Receptive

Cannabis Maven

Hiller, PC, the Cannabis Cultural Assoc, and the plaintiffs in the federal cannabis lawsuit defended their appeal today.

article thumbnail

Cannabis For Fibromyalgia

Dr. Michele Ross

What Are The Symptoms Of Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory, and mood issues. It is often diagnosed by pressing on tender points throughout the body that results in pain upon light touching. Fibromyalgia flares occur when symptoms rapidly increase in severity or number; these flares may last for days or weeks and are often dependent on stress levels or triggers like poor diet.

article thumbnail

Healthy profits? Medicinal cannabis as an export opportunity

Sensi Seeds

Cannabis is booming. Now that more and more countries allow the medicinal use of cannabis , a real Green Rush is occurring. In the Stock Exchange news, there are numerous daily announcements about the latest status of cannabis shares, and more and more large companies have announced they will be entering this new market. Germany as Cash Cow. If we are talking about earning money, then international investors, hedge funds and other opportunity-seekers from all around the world are all taking a lo

article thumbnail

New Zealand Parliament Approves Medical Marijuana Legislation

The Joint Blog

New Zealand’s parliament on Tuesday passed legislation to legalize medical marijuana through its third and final vote. The legislation will now go through Royal Assent (a formality for a measure to become law), and will take effect the following day. Rules to regulate licensing and quality standards will be established in the next 12 months, reports the Marijuana Business Daily.

article thumbnail

Dan Viets: Dedicated Advocate, Activist, and Asset to the Cannabis Movement

Cannabis Maven

Dan Viets has given most of his life to cannabis law reform efforts, and the movement is so lucky to have him!

article thumbnail

Will President Trump's U.S. Attorney General Nominee Barr Marijuana Legalization?

MJ Business Attorneys

President Trump recently announced his nominee for U.S. Attorney General, and it is unclear whether this nominee will be better or worse than the former Attorney General Jeff Sessions when it comes to the growing cannabis momentum toward federal legality. William Barr, who served as President George H.W. Bush’s attorney general, has not yet explicitly expressed his stance on the recent state-wide cannabis legalization movement, but a look into his past stance on drugs should cause the indu

article thumbnail

Drastic Increase in Scientific Research on Medicinal Cannabis

Sensi Seeds

Cannabis Remains Prohibited Despite Legislative and Scientific Progress. Although cannabis remains a banned substance in many countries, over the past few decades the trend towards regulating its use for medical and therapeutic purposes has been consolidating globally. Much remains to be done if the progress made is to be secured, but it is clear that changes are taking place in the global debate on drug policy , especially with regard to cannabis.

article thumbnail

California Officials Say Cannabis Deliveries Can Be Made Anywhere, Even in Cities Where Marijuana is Banned

The Joint Blog

California’s Bureau of Cannabis Control said on Friday that marijuana deliveries can be made anywhere in the state, even in localities that ban marijuana businesses. The issue has been one of the most debated issues as state regulators hammer out permanent rules for how marijuana is grown, tested, packaged and delivered, reports the Associated Press.

article thumbnail

National Nursing Standards Legitimize Cannabis Nursing

Cannabis Maven

Cannabis Nurses Network Steps in as Essential Resource for Medical Marijuana Education.

article thumbnail

Study: Marijuana Stores Associated With Increased Home Values

The Joint Blog

Medical and recreational marijuana dispensaries are associated with a significant increase in home value, according to a new study published by the journal Contemporary Economic Policy. (Photo: DenverHomeLender.com). For the study, titled The effect of marijuana dispensary openings on housing prices, researchers evaluated “the effect of medical and recreational dispensary openings on housing prices in Denver, Colorado.” Using an “event study approach”, they found that

article thumbnail

The Emerald Cup Announces Final Lineup for 2018 Cannabis Celebration

Cannabis Maven

Redwood Stage to Feature Curated Lineup of DJs; Jay & Silent Bob to Record Live SModcast at the Cup.