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Dogs, cats and CBD: Cannabis and pets

Alchimia

As research on the different cannabinoids and terpenes – and other compounds produced by the cannabis plant – advances, more and more testimonies claim that the efficacy of these substances is beyond doubt. While further research is needed in both humans and animals, cannabinoids like CBD are being increasingly used to treat diverse symptoms and pains in pets , since many users have realised the great benefits it can provide in some cases.

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Endofungal Bacteria and the implications for Cannabis Safety Testing

Medicinal Genomics

In April of 2018, DigiPath Labs and Medicinal Genomics began a research program to better understand testing discordance with 3M TAC and TYM Petri-Films and PathoSEEK qPCR. Discordant samples were collected. Individual Colonies were isolated, subjected to qPCR and then DNA Sequenced to obtain 18S and 16S ITS sequence information. Surprisingly the isolated colonies gave robust amplification with both 16S and 18S PathoSEEK primers.

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How Senior Citizens Can Benefit from Using MMJ Products

MMJ Recs

More and more people are getting introduced to the many advantages of using medical marijuana. With its increased availability and popularity, senior citizens are becoming more likely to buy MMJ products. Between 2006 and 2013, the use of cannabis by senior citizens (over the age of 65) increased by an astounding 250 percent. In fact, the elderly make up about 14 percent of all cannabis users in the United States.

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Green Relief - Untitled Article

Green Relief

Parkinson’s Hi Ron. I wanted to give you an update on John’s dad. He’s been taking the Sativa now, 5 drops on a spoon held under the tongue, for over 2 weeks and he is responding very well. He called us today and shared he has noticed considerable improvement with his shaking and balance. He has been using a walker since his fall in December and his doctor said he no longer needs a.

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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 Cannabis - Every Little Victory Counts

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

Individuals and businesses operating in the medical cannabis industry have seen ample foes and scrutiny by the federal government. It is not a secret Jeff Sessions is a long standing antagonist of cannabis products and the laws supporting the industry. However, in the past month, the world of medical cannabis has experienced minor victories.

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How to Fit MMJ Into Your Daily Life

MMJ Recs

If you’re thinking about using medical marijuana, you might be anxious as to how you can make it fit in with your daily life. MMJ has a difficult reputation, but thanks to a rise in use, further legalization, and increased research in the area, more and more people are turning to it in order to treat the symptoms of illnesses that can be difficult and debilitating.

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Green Relief - Untitled Article

Green Relief

Parkinson’s. Hi Ron. I wanted to give you an update on John’s dad. He’s been taking the Sativa now, 5 drops on a spoon held under the tongue, for over 2 weeks and he is responding very well. He called us today and shared he has noticed considerable improvement with his shaking and balance. He has been using a walker since his fall in December and his doctor said he no longer needs a walker and only wants him using a cane.

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President Trump Indicates Softer Stance on Cannabis

Burns Levinson (Cannabusiness advisory)

After threatening to block any Department of Justice nominations following Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ revocation of the Cole Memorandum, Senator Cory Gardner of Colorado said in a statement that President Trump has given him assurances that states in which marijuana is legal will be protected from federal interference. Per Senator Gardner: Since the campaign, President Trump has consistently supported states’ rights to decide for themselves how best to approach marijuana.

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Why is a Micro Dab Rig Better Than a Large Concentrate Pipe?

Marijuana Packaging

As the popularity of concentrates continues to rise, so does the ingenuity behind the dabbing devices. Concentrates have become popular for good reason. The cannabinoids that give marijuana its medicinal and recreational effects (such as THC and CBD) are packed into concentrates alongside terpenes. These are the compound that give marijuana its smell, flavor and more specific tailored effects.