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The History of RSO: One Man’s Journey Changed Everything

LifeCannMD

Scientists had published legitimate research findings showing that cannabis compounds had actually slowed tumor growth in mice. He developed a concentrated oil from the cannabis plant and decided to try it on himself. He developed a concentrated oil from the cannabis plant and decided to try it on himself. Not Rick Simpson.

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Indigenous People’s History of Cannabis

PrestoDoctor

As Indigenous Peoples’ Month is celebrated, it is important to acknowledge and honor the contributions, cultures, and history of indigenous communities around the world. Indigenous communities have a rich history of utilizing this plant for various purposes, including medicinal, spiritual, and cultural uses.

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Manitoba Harvest announces $5.1m partnership for the development of hemp and pea varieties

Cannabis Law Report

million research partnership with an industry leader consortium through Protein Industries Canada. Manitoba, NRGene, Farmer’s Business Network and Pulse Genetics will be developing new hemp and pea varieties with increased protein content, differential starch content, and improved texture. Source: [link].

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Researchers Concerned About Whitewashing of Psychedelic-Assisted Mental Health Research

Cannabis Law Report

As psychedelic therapy trials approach FDA approval, researchers express the urgent need to ensure effectiveness and accessibility to communities of color. Madison Natarajan, MS. – August 5, 2021.

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Dr. Andrew Weil on Cannabis and Integrative Medicine

Project CBD

NM: As someone who has been researching cannabis for decades, how do you feel about the current legalization situation worldwide and in Japan, in particular? Dr. Andrew Weil: I think the trend very clearly is that in most developed countries, cannabis is being made legal first for medical uses and then also for recreational uses.

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New Research Says Psychedelic Use Is ‘Weakly’ Associated With Symptoms of Psychosis

Veriheal

However, new research has found that psychedelic use is only “weakly associated with psychosis-like symptoms.” New Research Published on Serotonergic Psychedelic Use and Psychosis. New Research Published on Serotonergic Psychedelic Use and Psychosis. The research team under the leadership of Alexander V.

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Bipartisan Legislation To End Marijuana Prohibition Filed

NORML

In the previous Congress, The Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act became the first bill in American history to end the federal policy of criminalization that earned bipartisan support. They have stimulated economic development and created hundreds of millions of dollars in new tax revenue.