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Appeals Court Rejects Federal Gun Ban for Marijuana Consumers

NORML

"In short, our history and tradition may support some limits on an intoxicated person’s right to carry a weapon, but it does not justify disarming a sober citizen based exclusively on his past drug usage." The post Appeals Court Rejects Federal Gun Ban for Marijuana Consumers appeared first on NORML.

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How Cannabis Helps Treat Head Injuries

The Fresh Toast

How Cannabis Helps Treat Head Injuries Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide in individuals under the age of 45. Triggered by concussions from car accidents, falls, violent contact sports, explosives or by gunshot and stab wounds, TBI affects over 2.5 million Americans and Canadians annually. It is the most commonly identified cause of epilepsy among adults.

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Review: Peanut Butter Cookies by Enliven

Illinois News Joint

After working in the Missouri market and shopping in Michigan, I am sad to say that the Illinois selection of infused baked goods is miniscule by comparison. Enliven , a brand by Illinois-based Krown Craft Cannabis , offers a selection of baked good with its new line of infused classic cookies. The team here already reviewed the Snickerdoodle and Chocolate Chip flavors, and I am rounding out the trio of flavors with the Peanut Butter Cookies.

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Exploring Microdosing: A Comprehensive Guide to Minimal Cannabis Consumption

United Patients Group

As the use of medical marijuana continues to gain acceptance, patients and health professionals are constantly exploring new ways to effectively utilize cannabis for various medical conditions. United Patients Group is dedicated to providing the latest information and research surrounding medical marijuana, empowering readers to make informed decisions about their health journey.

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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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The Fight for Legalization Doesn’t Take a Summer Break

NORML

NORML’s work for cannabis consumers never takes a vacation. The post The Fight for Legalization Doesn’t Take a Summer Break appeared first on NORML.

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Part 1: Adult-use legalization effects on medical prices

Illinois News Joint

After reporting that Illinois adult-use cannabis prices were highest in the country , we decided to publish a 3-Part Series highlighting how recreational legalization in Illinois has affected price per gram for medical patients. Part I of this series focuses on Dry Flower pricing per gram. According to statistics from the Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office (CROO), starting with the cost of dry flower per gram from the beginning of the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act , m

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Who are the Jungle Boys cannabis breeders and growers ?

Leafly

A Leafly breeder profile on one of California's biggest independent cannabis brands. The post Who are the Jungle Boys cannabis breeders and growers ? appeared first on Leafly.

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Spending the Summer Interning with NORML

NORML

Summer '23 Intern Marlie Thompson details her experience at NORML The post Spending the Summer Interning with NORML appeared first on NORML.

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Trema micrantha: Scientists Discover CBD Traits in South American Shrub

Veriheal

Recent research reaffirms earlier studies that claim that certain non-marijuana plants contain similar compounds found in cannabis, often called cannabinoids. In the new yet-to-be-published study, researchers led by Rodrigo Moura Neto, a Molecular Biologist at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, discovered a CBD-like compound in Trema micrantha, a common plant in Brazil.

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Review: Pineapple Mango Gummies by Dibz

Illinois News Joint

I’m a firm believer that consumers have more power when they have more options. That’s why I’m always happy to see new labels adding new flavors, the more options the better. Dibz , a label from Contract Canna , has recently added Pineapple Mango to its edibles lineup, so I picked up a sample to see how the new option stacks up. Dibz Pineapple Mango gummies come as a bag of 20 gummies with 5mg of THC per piece.

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Hanfparade: The Berlin Cannabis Parade

Sensi Seeds

The Hanfparade is Germany's largest pro-legalisation demonstration in Germany. It is an annual event that helps raise awareness about the beneficial properties of cannabis and the need for reform. Hundreds of cannabis activists unite to parade through the centre of Berlin, protesting for legalisation, and support is increasing. The post Hanfparade: The Berlin Cannabis Parade appeared first on Sensi Seeds.

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Ways To Use Hemp Oil To Look Younger

The Fresh Toast

Ways To Use Hemp Oil To Look Younger Whether you're looking to treat a specific skin condition, or simply want to improve your health regime, there's a lot that hemp seed oil can do! The post Ways To Use Hemp Oil To Look Younger appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Colorado Governor Seeks Pardons for Psychedelic Convictions

Veriheal

In a significant move towards drug policy reform, Colorado Governor Jared Polis asked lawmakers for permission to grant pardons for individuals with certain psychedelic drug-related convictions. Polis made this appeal at the Psychedelics Science Conference hosted by MAPS in Denver in June — only a month after he signed the state’s Psychedelic bill.

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Illinois medical cannabis sales can’t keep up with adult use

Illinois News Joint

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) released its July 2023 medical cannabis sales totals late today. Despite an upward trend and recent record totals for adult-use sales, medical cannabis sales continued its downward trend since March 2023. July 2023 medical cannabis sales totaled $26,844,669.58. Concentrates/infused products accounted for $14,304,767.40 of the total sales, which outperformed previous months with similar sales totals.

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Leafly’s top CBD strains—Summer 2023

Leafly

Leafly highlights the best CBD flower strains of summer 2023. The post Leafly’s top CBD strains—Summer 2023 appeared first on Leafly.

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What To Keep In Mind When Using Cannabis To Sleep

The Fresh Toast

What To Keep In Mind When Using Cannabis To Sleep Want to feel more rested during the day? Here are some things to keep in mind when using cannabis to help you clock in your eight hours. The post What To Keep In Mind When Using Cannabis To Sleep appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Tilray Buys Beer Brands 

Cannabis Life Network

Tilray is expanding its market share by buying beer brands. In particular, Tilray announced a deal to buy eight beer and beverage brands from Anheuser-Busch Companies LLC. According to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the deal is worth $85 million. Tilray will pay for the beer brands in cash. Tilray says this purchase will triple their sales to 12 million cases of beer a year.

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Review: GMO Live Rosin by Aer?z

Illinois News Joint

Hunting for the right strains to produce quality hash rosin is more art than science, but one cultivar has become a trusted “washable” strain, GMO. I’ve encountered the Aerīz cut of GMO in flower form before, but I recently picked up a sample of the live rosin format from Trinity Compassionate Care. GMO is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Chemdawg and GSC.

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Science of Delta-8-THC vs. Delta-9-THC: Chemistry, Effects, Potency & Production

Leafly

Delta-8 vs. Delta-9 THC: Chemistry & Pharmacology Δ9-THC (“delta-nine”) is the principal psychoactive compound associated with cannabis. By default, when we talk about “THC” we mean delta-9 THC. “Delta-eight” (Δ8-THC) is a nearly identical compound. In the language of chemistry, it’s an isomer of delta-nine-THC–the same number of atoms of each element.

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Legal Cannabis Leads To Healthier States

The Fresh Toast

Legal Cannabis Leads To Healthier States Should you be vacuum-sealing your cannabis flower? The post Legal Cannabis Leads To Healthier States appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Gallup Poll: 50% Americans Have Tried Cannabis 

Cannabis Life Network

According to a new Gallup poll, 50% of Americans have tried cannabis. More people are smoking cannabis than cigarettes, with 17% (or one in six Americans) being regular consumers of the herb. Three in four Americans are concerned about its effects on young adults and teenage consumers. This new Gallup poll on cannabis is an increase from previous years, where cannabis use has more or less remained unchained.

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Review: Colombian Haze Diamonds and Sauce by nuEra

Illinois News Joint

It’s easy to understand why cultivators select newer genetics often bred for higher yields and THC percentages. Luckily, some cultivators are ignoring these factors and curating older cultivars to create unique flavors and experiences. NuEra has recently taken up this mantle by carrying on the Colombian Haze cultivar. I recently stopped at nuEra Champaign and picked up this Colombian Haze diamonds and sauce to review.

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Medical Marijuana Commission awards cannabis industry licenses

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

var mantis = mantis || []; mantis.push(['display', 'load', { property: '5bbb53a2bcafb20075d8dc64' }]); Marijuana is sold at Theory Wellness, a cannabis retail store, Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021, in South Portland, Maine.

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Can I Trust My Physician Won’t Judge Marijuana Use?

The Fresh Toast

Can I Trust My Physician Won’t Judge Marijuana Use? How do we navigate the disclosure of cannabis or any recreational drug use in the health care setting? The post Can I Trust My Physician Won’t Judge Marijuana Use? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Cannabis in the Workplace

Cannabis Life Network

Workers who consume cannabis off the clock are no more likely to be victims of workplace accidents than non-cannabis consumers. This is according to a new study published in the Canadian Journal of Public Health. The longitudinal study of Canadian workers appears to have debunked zero-tolerance policies. It may also challenge jobs that require drug tests.

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More dispensaries to sell Illinois Cannabis Cup kits

Illinois News Joint

The fourth annual Illinois High Times Magazine People’s Choice Cannabis Cup officially started today with its acceptance of competitor product submissions from cultivators across the Prairie State. The 2023 Illinois Cannabis Cup also added more dispensaries, listed below, that will carry judging kits. The product submission window for competitors is open until August 11.

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PA’s Psychedelic Push, West NY’s Canna-Delivery, & RAW’s Massive Donation

Veriheal

Pennsylvania inches toward psychedelic legalization, cannabis delivery comes to New York, and RAW Rolling Papers makes a massive donation. Let’s dive into this week’s canna-news. Pennsylvania’s Psychedelic Renaissance Last month, a group of Pennsylvania therapists, researchers, and psychedelic advocates gathered for The PhilaDelic Conference on Psychedelic Studies at Penn University.

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People With These Disorders More Likely To Overuse Cannabis

The Fresh Toast

People With These Disorders More Likely To Overuse Cannabis A new study suggests these types of consumers are more likely to overuse cannabis within a short span of time, leading to cannabis use disorder. The post People With These Disorders More Likely To Overuse Cannabis appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Why Didn’t Frank Zappa Like Cannabis?

Cannabis Life Network

Why didn’t Frank Zappa like cannabis? American composer Frank Zappa would have been 83 years old this December if he hadn’t died of cancer in 1993. The frontman for the 60s’ era rock band The Mothers of Invention, Zappa continued into the 1970s and 80s as a solo artist, releasing multiple albums per year. Zappa was more than prolific, however.

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Medical Cannabis Advisory Board hosts inaugural meeting

Illinois News Joint

The Medical Cannabis Advisory Board (MCAB) convened for its first official meeting yesterday. During the inaugural meeting, board members and officials from state departments made introductions and discussed the role, scope, bylaws, and expectations for the newly formed board, as well as took questions from the public. The virtual meeting ran from 3-4:30 p.m.