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Is CBG the next CBD? Aspen Valley Hemp says yes

Leafly

Enter new waters with White Whale, CBG-dominant hemp flower from Aspen Valley. The post Is CBG the next CBD? Aspen Valley Hemp says yes appeared first on Leafly.

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Top 9 arguments in support of marijuana legalization and regulation

Leafly

Legalization is gaining momentum. Here's the debate-winning facts. The post Top 9 arguments in support of marijuana legalization and regulation appeared first on Leafly.

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Attorneys General Push for Marijuana Banking Reform

NORML

Attorneys Generals from 34 states and territories sent a letter today to Congressional leadership urging members to expeditiously pass The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act so that state-licensed cannabis business can explicitly engage in relationships with banks and other financial institutions. In their letter , AGs opine: “The current predicament of a rapidly expanding national marketplace without access to the national banking systems has resulted in an untenable situation

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Cannabis, CBD & COVID-19

Project CBD

With the worldwide death toll from the corona virus rising exponentially, The Lancet drew attention to “accumulating evidence” that indicates “patients with severe COVID -19 might have a cytokine storm syndrome.

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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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Medical Marijuana Not Always An Affordable Alternative To Prescription Drugs

The Fresh Toast

Medical Marijuana Not Always An Affordable Alternative To Prescription Drugs. With all of the legal discrepancies associated with this crop, it's a rather expensive trip. . The post Medical Marijuana Not Always An Affordable Alternative To Prescription Drugs appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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What is the Endocannabinoid System (ECS)?

Leafwell

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) refers to the human body’s ability to produce its own natural cannabinoids (called endocannabinoids). Other mammals have endocannabinoid systems too. The ECS was not discovered until the late 80s/early 90s, and we had no clue of its importance. Now, we know that the ECS is extremely important to keep the body’s most essential functions (e.g. the sleep-wake cycle.

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New Study Shows Cannabis Use May Be Responsible For Improved Health And Quality of Life

MedicalJane

A nonprofit organization dedicated to therapeutic cannabis research and education known as the Realm of Caring Foundation, in collaboration with Johns Hopkins University, has been diligently collecting data from cannabis users and non-users alike over the past 4 years for purposes of evaluating the impact of medicinal cannabis use on patient-level health and quality of life.

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Cannabinoids and Inflammation: What Does the Current Research Say?

Greencamp

Is inflammation a cause for concern? Perhaps not in the short run, but… Whenever we get infected, injured, or in. Continue Reading. The post Cannabinoids and Inflammation: What Does the Current Research Say? appeared first on Greencamp.

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CBD from Hemp Associated with Improved HDL Cholesterol Levels

The Joint Blog

According to a new study, hemp-derived CBD oil extract is associated with improved HDL cholesterol levels. The study was published in Journal of Dietary Supplements: It’s titled Effects of hemp extract on markers of wellness, stress resilience, recovery and clinical biomarkers of safety in overweight, but otherwise healthy subjects. For the study researchers examined the health effects of CBD extract (15 mg per serving) from hemp and compared it against a placebo.

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Municipalities Moving Away from Marijuana Testing for Employees

NORML

Municipal officials in various cities nationwide are moving away from policies requiring marijuana testing for public employees. In the city of Rochester, council members approved municipal legislation on Tuesday barring pre-employment marijuana testing for non-safety sensitive city employees. The new law took effect immediately upon passage. Also this week, city council members in Richmond, Virginia passed a resolution excluding non-safety sensitive employees and job applicants from marijuana t

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NORML’s Statement Regarding the Designation of Medical Cannabis Dispensaries as “Essential Services”

NORML

The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws is issuing the following statements regarding the continued operation of medical cannabis dispensaries during the COVID crisis. “NORML commends the decision of various state governments and local jurisdictions during this pandemic to designate medical cannabis facilities as ‘essential’ to the community.

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Virginia: Both Chambers Pass Decriminalization Legislation

NORML

House and Senate lawmakers have passed legislation decriminalizing minor marijuana possession offenses. House Bill 972 , which passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 64 to 34, reduces penalties for offenses involving the possession of up to a half ounce of marijuana to a civil violation – punishable by a maximum $25 fine, no arrest, and no criminal record.

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CBD & Cannabis for Endometriosis

Project CBD

Many women with endometriosis use cannabis and CBD for pain relief, and cannabis therapeutics may also limit the spread of endometrial cells around the body.

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Cannabis for Gastrointestinal Disorders

Project CBD

A pioneer cannabis clinician reports that many patients with gastrointestinal disorders respond well when treated with a combination of CBD and THC.

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Endocannabinoid Discovery Timeline

Project CBD

Pioneers in the burgeoning field of CBD and cannabinoid science have opened the door to new vistas of understanding human biology and physiology.

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Gut Microbiota & the Endocannabinoid System

Project CBD

The endocannabinoid system regulates communication between gut microbiota and the brain, and THC and CBD promote a healthy microbiome.

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Cannabis, CBD & Anxiety

Project CBD

Managing anxiety is often the reason why people take cannabis or CBD products.

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Are rosin vape carts going to take over the market? You better hope so.

Leafly

CAMP's award-winning solvent-less rosin carts are here to blow your mind. The post Are rosin vape carts going to take over the market? You better hope so. appeared first on Leafly.

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Can you love cannabis and support the police?

Leafly

Police don't merely enforce unjust laws. They help create them, protect them, and profit from them. The post Can you love cannabis and support the police? appeared first on Leafly.

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Going Cali sober: why drink when you can smoke?

Leafly

Is going Cali sober just a cannabis trend or is it the lifestyle change you've been waiting for? The post Going Cali sober: why drink when you can smoke? appeared first on Leafly.

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Travel legend Rick Steves: Prohibition is racist, smoking marijuana is a civil liberty

Leafly

He’s been saying it for 20 years, long before it was cool. The post Travel legend Rick Steves: Prohibition is racist, smoking marijuana is a civil liberty appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis life advice from Ngaio Bealum: Edibles safety, and strain-specific edibles

Leafly

Start low. Go slow. Don’t take 1,000 mg and board a plane. The post Cannabis life advice from Ngaio Bealum: Edibles safety, and strain-specific edibles appeared first on Leafly.

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28 cannabis predictions for 2021

Leafly

Just slightly better than a coin toss! Yikes. That’s how well Leafly News predicted the future, as written in 2020. For obvious reasons, everyone’s best-laid plans got swept into history’s junk drawer—next to lawn darts, and those Easter Island statues. Our most accurate 2020 predictions were both pessimistic and optimistic. The sclerotic US Senate stymying […].

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Marijuana sales data reveal Americans bought 67% more weed to survive 2020

Leafly

It's the pandemic effect: Consumers spent nearly $18 billion on cannabis in 2020, a 67% increase over 2019. The post Marijuana sales data reveal Americans bought 67% more weed to survive 2020 appeared first on Leafly.

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Everything you need to know about rolling papers, explained

Leafly

From cellulose to “unbleached,” here’s everything you need to know about your rolling paper options. The post Everything you need to know about rolling papers, explained appeared first on Leafly.

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New Jersey adult-use marijuana bill awaits governor’s signature

Leafly

NJ tightened up its legal weed roll out with distribution decriminalization measures and tax reallocation to neglected communities. In November, New Jersey voters approved the statewide sale of cannabis by a two-to-one margin. Today, New Jersey lawmakers passed a measure setting up a recreational marijuana marketplace in the Garden State. The bill will next be […].

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South Dakota cops using taxpayer money in longshot bid to kill marijuana legalization

Leafly

South Dakotans overwhelmingly approved legalization measures on Nov. 3. But the head of the state police is trying to undermine the vote. The post South Dakota cops using taxpayer money in longshot bid to kill marijuana legalization appeared first on Leafly.

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History made: US House of Representatives votes to end federal marijuana prohibition

Leafly

The MORE Act now goes to the Senate, where it's expected to be blocked by majority leader Mitch McConnell. The post History made: US House of Representatives votes to end federal marijuana prohibition appeared first on Leafly.

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How pagans used cannabis at Christmastime

Leafly

Europeans have been celebrating the end of December since ancient times, and likely used cannabis to bring good fortune and good cheer at the winter solstice. The post How pagans used cannabis at Christmastime appeared first on Leafly.

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Spark up! It’s legal to smoke weed in Arizona starting today

Leafly

State officials certified the election results this morning. That means it's now legal to possess and enjoy marijuana in Arizona. The post Spark up! It’s legal to smoke weed in Arizona starting today appeared first on Leafly.