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What’s The Difference Between Hemp and Cannabis?

Leafwell

Despite the growth of the legal cannabis industry all over the world over the past ten years or so, there’s still a lot about the industry that the general public doesn’t fully understand. The difference between cannabis and hemp is one of those frequently overlooked distinctions that cannabis aficionados take pride in knowing. But what exactly is the difference between a cannabis plant that.

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Why do so many people with ADHD use cannabis?

The Cannigma

“All over the world, we know that patients suffering from ADHD use cannabis. This is something all psychiatrists know,” Dr. Kirsten Muller-Vahl, a professor, neurologist, psychiatrist, and cannabis researcher from Germany told The Cannigma in an interview last year. “In the past, we all thought that this is a kind of an addiction — we thought this is a comorbidity,” she continued.

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Can Marijuana Reverse Bone Loss?

CannaMD

In recent years, research has revealed that two of marijuana’s two major cannabinoids — THC and CBD — can interact with the human endocannabinoid system to influence bone healing and regeneration. These findings could point to new cannabis-based therapies for both the healing of broken bones and the slowing of degenerative osteoporosis. THC, CBD & THE ECS.

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We found the city with the lowest weed tax in California

Leafly

You’ll never guess the answer. The post We found the city with the lowest weed tax in California appeared first on Leafly.

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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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Expanded Clinical Study: CBD Effect on the Liver in Adults

Project CBD

Last summer, Project CBD helped recruit subjects for a large-scale clinical study to assess the safety and efficacy of the daily use of cannabidiol. Good news: Contrary to FDA warnings, preliminary results of the ValidCare study show “no clinical evidence of liver disease in any of the participants.

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Check out ASA's May Newsletter!

Americans for Safe Access

The May 2021 ASA Activist Newsletter is now out. Our lead story addresses the ISO 17065 Accreditation of our PFC program and explains why PFC becoming the first cannabis certification body to have achieved this matters so much. You will also find out how to access the recorded panels from Unity 2021 to catch anything you missed. Information on research steps from NIDA and DEA, House progress on SAFE Banking and other key bills, Developments in Alabama and Mississippi a call to action for veteran

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Would you buy a tiny house made of hemp?

The Cannigma

With so many people spending their waking hours daydreaming about becoming homeowners but probably smoking cannabis instead, it only makes sense to — kind of — combine the two activities. Pennsylvania company Coexist has a solution: a tiny house made with hemp. The Traveler, a DIY cabin made with “hempcrete,” can be assembled at home with a bit of free time and help from some friends.

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Cannabis Legalization & the Potency Question

Project CBD

Cannabis industry proponents denounce caps on THC levels as a phobic response rooted in the flawed assumptions of prohibition.

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Minnesota: Governor Signs Legislation into Law to Legalize Medical Marijuana Flower

NORML

The new law will take effect once regulations are established, in which regulators have until March 1, 2022. The post Minnesota: Governor Signs Legislation into Law to Legalize Medical Marijuana Flower appeared first on NORML.

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10 excellent Asian American cannabis products to try today

Leafly

Try infused sriracha, powerful diamond joints, and sweet Mellows. The post 10 excellent Asian American cannabis products to try today appeared first on Leafly.

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How to make cannabis honey, or cannahoney

The Cannigma

Yield: 1 cup of infused honey Prep time: 5 min, around 45 minutes to 1 hour including decarboxylation Total time: Around 8 hours for slow cooker method, about 1 hour for double boiler method. You may get more flies with honey, but if you infuse that honey with cannabis you can also throw an ear-to-ear grin, a strong body high, and a case of the giggles into the mix.

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Explosive Memorial Day Weekend for Cannabis Ahead, According to BDSA Report

Cannabis Law Report

Memorial Day Weekend is host to hundreds of thousands of retail sales every single year. Around this time of year, you can’t turn on the tv, radio, open Facebook, or your email without some Memorial Day advertisements broadcasted your way. The cannabis industry is no different. The holiday weekend is a historically high sales day for the cannabis space.

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History-Making Legislation To Repeal Marijuana Prohibition Reintroduced

NORML

The Act repeals the long-standing federal prohibition of marijuana -- thereby ending the existing state/federal conflict in cannabis policies and providing state governments with greater authority to regulate marijuana-related activities. The post History-Making Legislation To Repeal Marijuana Prohibition Reintroduced appeared first on NORML.

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Hemp wick vs butane lighter: What’s the best way to smoke weed?

Leafly

Flavor versus convenience? The choice is personal. The post Hemp wick vs butane lighter: What’s the best way to smoke weed? appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis salve recipe

The Cannigma

From making music and movies better to easing pain and inflammation, the health and wellness benefits of cannabis are truly impressive. But alongside the joints, gummies, blunts, and concentrates, countless consumers are also turning to cannabis in the form of salves and creams that can be applied directly to the skin to treat a variety of ailments.

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Six Things You Can Do With Cannabis Besides Smoking It

Veriheal

Do you love cannabis? If you answered yes, then this article is for you. If you love cannabis as much as I do, that means you could sit around smoking it, eating it, slathering yourself in it, and talking about it all day. Not everybody that loves cannabis, though, knows a lot about it. Some people love the stuff and are relatively new to the culture and still have lots of questions.

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New Hampshire: Governor Signs Bills Expanding Pool of Patients Eligible for Medical Cannabis, Other Changes

NORML

Under the new law, patients with insomnia and/or autism spectrum disorder are eligible to obtain medical cannabis access. The post New Hampshire: Governor Signs Bills Expanding Pool of Patients Eligible for Medical Cannabis, Other Changes appeared first on NORML.

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Eaze’s 2021 accelerator class shows budding genius

Leafly

The ten participants of Eaze's 2021 Momentum incubator pitched their business ideas to major investors. The post Eaze’s 2021 accelerator class shows budding genius appeared first on Leafly.

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New chemical could put a stop to marijuana memory issues

The Cannigma

This article was first published on Analytical Cannabis. It is republished here with permission. Cannabis is used by countless patients all over the world for pain relief. But the medication can come with side effects, such as cognitive issues and memory loss. Now, scientists say they have created a molecule that prevents these cognitive effects. Published in the “ Journal of Medicinal Chemistry ,” the scientists’ study found that, when given to mice, their molecule allowed the roden

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5 Reasons to Smoke CBD Hemp Flower

Cannabis Life Network

CBD has become more popular as a natural supplement, and that includes all the different kinds of products you can find. There’s CBD oil drops, capsules, vapes, edibles, drinkables, topicals, pain patches, freeze rollers, protein powder, oral sprays, and more. All of them come with some shared health benefits, but may help in different ways […].

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Nevada: Lawmakers Send Multiple Marijuana Reform Measures to Governor’s Desk

NORML

The Nevada legislature advanced measures amending marijuana penalties for minors, rescinding per se driving thresholds for THC, and permitting consumers to obtain cannabis products via curbside pickup. The post Nevada: Lawmakers Send Multiple Marijuana Reform Measures to Governor’s Desk appeared first on NORML.

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Biggest Benefits of Cannabis You May Be Missing Out On: Acidic Cannabinoids (CBDA / CBGA / THCA)

Healer

By Dr. Dustin Sulak. Phytocannabinoids found in cannabis and hemp exist in two states: acidic (for example THCA, CBDA ) & neutral (THC, CBD). While the focus has been on neutral cannabinoids, new research –and my own clinical observations– indicate that cannabinoids in their original, acidic form possess incredible healing properties that work both together with and different from their neutral counterparts.

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You’ve heard about delta-8. Now, meet delta-10.

Leafly

You've heard the hype on delta-8 THC, but the hemp-derived goodness doesn't stop there. Delta-10 THC is said to offer a clear, cerebral head high. The post You’ve heard about delta-8. Now, meet delta-10. appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis regulation bill overwhelmingly passes in Colorado House

Cannabis Law Report

The Colorado House of Representatives passed the state’s most substantial marijuana regulation policy since legalization on Thursday, intending to crack… Read More.

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President Bidens Budget A Mixed Bag For Cannabis Reform

NORML

The government funding proposal put forth by President Biden simultaneously contains both positive and negative aspects when it comes to marijuana policy reform efforts in the appropriations realm. The post President Bidens Budget A Mixed Bag For Cannabis Reform appeared first on NORML.

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Dab Decadence: 6 Tips for Elevating Your Dabbing Experience

Cannabis Life Network

Dabbing has taken the herb community by storm in recent years. Long gone are the days of harsh-hitting pipes and foul-tasting edibles. Ask any experienced stoner, and they’ll tell you that potent dabs are the only way to appreciate the herbal essence of flower fully. If you are one of those rare individuals unfamiliar with […]. The post Dab Decadence: 6 Tips for Elevating Your Dabbing Experience appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Unlike Opioids, Marijuana Doesn’t Increase Pain Sensitivity

CannaMD

Roughly one in five American adults suffers from chronic pain, according to the CDC. For years, the go-to solution for doctors has been prescription pain killers. When over-the-counter stuff isn’t good enough, patients often receive a prescription for narcotic pain killers of some sort. In recent decades, more pain patients have moved away from dangerous prescriptions to more natural relief through cannabis.

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Cannabis’ Most Notable AAPI Leaders

Cannabis Law Report

In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we would like to highlight some of Cannabis’ Most Notable… Read More.

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Colorado: House Lawmakers Approve Legislation Seeking to Roll Back Medical Cannabis Access

NORML

“This bill is a cynical effort by prohibitionists to severely roll back a policy that has been in place for two decades and that a majority of state residents support.”. The post Colorado: House Lawmakers Approve Legislation Seeking to Roll Back Medical Cannabis Access appeared first on NORML.

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US Menthol Ban – Benefit or Bad Move

Cannabis Life Network

As the US Food and Drug Administration takes steps to ban them, menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars might soon become a thing of the past. This action is being taken to try to prevent addiction and save lives, but why flavored tobacco, specifically menthol? The simple answer is that it’s much more addictive than non-flavored […]. The post US Menthol Ban – Benefit or Bad Move appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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