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The Synergy of Curcumin and CBD: How similar are they?

The Joint Blog

As we get older, our bodies begin to change, and our overall health starts to deteriorate. We are past the prime of our lives, and we become more susceptible to many diseases. We must prioritize our health and take the necessary measures to address any illnesses that we may have. Several supplements, medicines, and products can relieve some of our discomforts, but these two all-natural supplements, curcumin and CBD, are worth discussing.

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Cannabis is My Lifesaver

Americans for Safe Access

Eryck Stamper retired from the US Navy in 2013 as a decorated Senior Chief Petty Officer. After a few jobs in the Maryland Park Service and government contracting, he found his way into the cannabis industry as a budtender. He later founded Veterans Initiative 22, a Maryland based nonprofit organization that focuses on improving veteran’s mental health through medical cannabis advocacy, in October of 2017.

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Virginia: Legalization of Adult-use Marijuana Takes Effect July 1, 2021

NORML

Virginia becomes the first southern state to legalize the possession and use of marijuana by adults. The post Virginia: Legalization of Adult-use Marijuana Takes Effect July 1, 2021 appeared first on NORML.

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How much does it cost to launch a cannabis business?

Leafly

Find out the costs of opening a weed business with this informative article from Good Tree Capital. The post How much does it cost to launch a cannabis business? 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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There won’t be a THC ‘limit’ for driving in California

The Cannigma

A task force on driving under the influence of cannabis in the state of California has concluded that there should be no set limit of THC or THC metabolites in the bloodstream. Such limits are not backed by scientific research and should be scrapped, concluded the panel of experts led by the California Highway Patrol. Law enforcement “should use the best available, scientifically validated, roadside presumptive drug testing technology for possible drug-impaired driving investigations,” the task

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California: Study Finds 100% of Marijuana Retailers Compliant with State’s Minimum Age Laws

NORML

“At 100 percent of the recreational marijuana outlets visited, the pseudo-underage patrons were required to show age identification to enter.". The post California: Study Finds 100% of Marijuana Retailers Compliant with State’s Minimum Age Laws appeared first on NORML.

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How aging changed my cannabis routine – and might change yours, too

Leafly

Cannabis and aging are two natural parts of life. As you get older, you might notice your tolerance and consumption change. The post How aging changed my cannabis routine – and might change yours, too appeared first on Leafly.

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What will legal weed mean in NY? Here’s what you need to know

The Cannigma

The city is still in mourning for those lost to COVID-19, the governor is facing calls to resign, the Knicks are still the Knicks, and the rent is still too damn high, but let’s focus on the positive: New York has legalized recreational cannabis — effective immediately. What does the new law entail? When and where can you freely smoke weed in New York?

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NM medical cannabis revocation hearings blocked from the public

The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

Last October, the Santa Fe Fire Department responded to an explosion at a well-known medical cannabis manufacturing facility. Besides being an early medical cannabis producer and manufacturer, the company, New Mexicann, experienced a similar explosion in 2015. Both instances reportedly resulted in employee injuries, but the latest explosion also resulted in a criminal complaint against New Mexicann’s executive director and reportedly a revocation hearing with the New Mexico Department of Health.

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Delaware: Cannabis Activists Take on Corporate Marijuana, Patients Stage Boycott

NORML

Locals in Delaware are tangling with corporate, multi-state medical marijuana permit holders to pass a bill for full legalization. The post Delaware: Cannabis Activists Take on Corporate Marijuana, Patients Stage Boycott appeared first on NORML.

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Five strains to pair with watching anime

Leafly

Anime and weed go together like peas and carrots. Check out these 5 weed strains that you can pair with your favorite anime shows. The post Five strains to pair with watching anime appeared first on Leafly.

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UK: We The Undersigned & The UK Human Rights Act.

Cannabis Law Report

A few weeks ago CLR introduced our readers to Phil Monk and the UK advocacy group, We The Undersigned, who… Read More.

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So you think you know about cannabis?

The Cannigma

Listen & Subscribe: As both a regulated medicine and something people use for wellness and even recreation, the information gaps that exist for cannabis users are unprecedented. “Any other medication and you’re lawfully entitled to speak to a pharmacist,” explains Dr. Codi Peterson, a clinical pharmacist and medical cannabis professional. “The law states, you must be ensured the opportunity to speak with someone like me.” .

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 4/9/21

NORML

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML's Weekly Legislative Rooundup, on the blog every Friday! The post Weekly Legislative Roundup 4/9/21 appeared first on NORML.

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Pleased as Purple Punch: A ‘Purps’ family genealogy

Leafly

The origins of GDP, Purple Punch, and other scions of the ‘Purps’ family of cultivars. The post Pleased as Purple Punch: A ‘Purps’ family genealogy appeared first on Leafly.

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19 Things You Didn’t Know About Bongs

Cannabis Life Network

If you’re a smoker, you probably know what a bong is. Known more famously as a water pipe, the bong is predominantly used as a filtration device for smokers of dry herbal substances, including cannabis and tobacco. Unlike regular pipes, using a glass, ceramic, or plastic bong will diffuse the smoke into the water, allowing […]. The post 19 Things You Didn’t Know About Bongs appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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A guide to cannabis testing methods

The Cannigma

This article was first published on Analytical Cannabis. It appears here with permission. Cannabis testing has come a long way in the past century. What began as local policemen using microscopes to try and spot cannabis’ distinctive “claw-like” hairs is now a global industry worth over $1.1 billion USD. As the tide began to turn with more regions opening regulated markets for the sale of medical and recreational cannabis, it became even more important to ensure that products were being prope

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Report on Psychedelics – Expert Outlook 2021: Eric Foster Dentons

Cannabis Law Report

Eric Foster’s practice focuses on corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions (public and private), regulatory compliance, cannabis law and emerging companies.… Read More.

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The Roll-up #190: We found 2021’s best 4/20 events

Leafly

Last year's 4/20 was ruined by the pandemic. This year we're seeing a lot of great Covid-safe events. The post The Roll-up #190: We found 2021’s best 4/20 events appeared first on Leafly.

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Your Guide to CBD and CBDA for Pain

Healer

Every day more and more people are choosing CBD to address their pain symptoms. Store aisles are stocked full of CBD oils, capsules, and tablets, topicals such as lotions, balms, salves and creams, vape pens, and hemp flower. Understanding which forms to use, how to use it correctly, and finding the safest, most reliable products are the most important challenges new CBD consumers face.

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MSNL's Top 10 Outdoor Cannabis Strains

Marijuana Seeds NL

Spring has officially arrived and if you are a fan of sun-grown outdoor cannabis, that means it’s planting season. Growers throughout the Northern Hemisphere are preparing the ground for what they hope will be. a successful and bountiful harvest in the fall (or the summer if light dep is the name of your game). Whether you already have your favorite strain or are looking to try out something new, you should definitely read on.

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How Much Are States Making In Marijuana Tax Revenue?

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana taxes collected by states has exceeded expectations, giving cash-strapped governments help as the pandemic continues to drastically reduce tax… Read More.

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Virginia moves cannabis legalization to July 1, 2021

Leafly

Originally set to legalize in 2024, Virginia's law now kicks in this summer. But don't expect retail sales for a while. The post Virginia moves cannabis legalization to July 1, 2021 appeared first on Leafly.

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It’s official—recreational cannabis is now legal in New York State

Cannabis Life Network

On Wednesday, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill to legalize recreational cannabis in New York State. Effective immediately, smoking recreational cannabis is now to be lawfully treated with the same approach as cigarettes. Law enforcement has been given new orders on how to respond to cannabis use and for the cannabis community. It’s a breath […].

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Can Marijuana Help With High Blood Pressure?

The Fresh Toast

Can Marijuana Help With High Blood Pressure? Cannabis has proven itself a vital and essential aspect of the health sector because of the abundance of medicinal properties it embodies. The post Can Marijuana Help With High Blood Pressure? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Pure Extracts to Enter US Market through JV in Michigan

Cannabis Law Report

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pure Extracts Technologies Corp. (CSE: PULL) (OTC: PRXTF) (XFRA: A2QJAJ) (“Pure… Read More.

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Find new ways to 420 this year at Sunnyside Fall River

Leafly

Sunnyside Fall River is your spot for 420 goodness. Stock up on products like Levia Seltzer & Freshly Baked Gummies so you're ready to celebrate. The post Find new ways to 420 this year at Sunnyside Fall River appeared first on Leafly.

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Who tried to use Vitamin E for cannabis oil common in vape pens

Cannabis Life Network

The act of vaping cannabis oil, as well as nicotine, appears to be far safer than smoking. But, a deadly illness suddenly appeared and disappeared just three years ago. The main culprit for the illness, known as Vaping Associated Pulmonary Injury (VAPI), has been cannabis and nicotine vape pens with an unorthodox ingredient, Vitamin E […]. The post Who tried to use Vitamin E for cannabis oil common in vape pens appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Firefighter’s Federal Disability Claims Based on Pot Use Snuffed Out by Connecticut District Court

The Blunt Truth

Big Takeaways. Recently, when dismissing a former employee’s claims brought under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the District of Connecticut issued two welcome reminders to employers. First, to set out an ADA disability discrimination claim, a plaintiff must allege that the employer was aware of the plaintiff’s disability. Second, and just as important, the ADA does not provide protection against discrimination based solely on medical marijuana use or require accommodation of medical

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South Dakota: Supreme Court to take oral arguments in recreational pot law case later this month

Cannabis Law Report

The Argus Leader reports. South Dakota’s highest court will decide the fate of a voter-approved constitutional amendment legalizing recreational marijuana… Read More.