France: A Last Bastion of Cannabis Prohibition
While the United States Supreme Court reviews landmark challenges regarding the rights of cannabis consumers and Germany establishes a robust framework for legal adult-use, France has taken a dark, regressive turn. The post France: A Last Bastion of Cannabis Prohibition appeared first on NORML.
How Does Cannabis Testing Work?
Cannabis consumers in the legal market rely on proper analysis and testing as a matter of knowledge and safety regarding the composition of the weed they’re purchasing. One of the main differences between the state-run legal market and the black and gray cannabis markets is how they handle testing. Those of us in medical and […]
Ohio: Provisions Take Effect Rolling Back Voter-Approved Marijuana Legalization Law
“At the end of the day, lawmakers desire to roll back legalization has nothing to do with the law not working as intended, and everything to do with legislators disapproving of how their constituents voted on a major public policy issue.” The post Ohio: Provisions Take Effect Rolling Back Voter-Approved Marijuana Legalization Law appeared first […]
NORML Op-Ed: Excessive Taxes on Cannabis Fuels the Unregulated Market
Many states are sacrificing the long-term health and sustainability of the legal cannabis market for theoretical short-term gains reaped by sky-high taxes. The post NORML Op-Ed: Excessive Taxes on Cannabis Fuels the Unregulated Market appeared first on NORML.
Compliance Check Data From Legal States Confirms That Licensed Retailers Don’t Sell Cannabis to Minors
“Regulation works. Illicit marijuana providers don’t ask for or check for ID, but licensed businesses most certainly do.” The post Compliance Check Data From Legal States Confirms That Licensed Retailers Don’t Sell Cannabis to Minors appeared first on NORML.
Sweeping Changes to Virginia Marijuana Laws Approved by Lawmakers
Lawmakers sent ten cannabis-related bills to the desk of Democratic Governor Abigail Spanberger for her review. The post Sweeping Changes to Virginia Marijuana Laws Approved by Lawmakers appeared first on NORML.
The Truth About CBD Isolate: Hype or Helpful?
In the school of life, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the most popular intoxicating cannabis compound, is like the popular kid everyone knows by name. The center of attention, always getting talked about, and highly sought after. Cannabidiol (CBD), on the other hand, gets a little less love. It’s more like the quiet honor student: low-key, non-intoxicating, rarely […]
More Non-Smokers are Getting Lung Cancer. How Much Does Cannabis Contribute?
An alarming trend has recently come to light: more non-smokers are getting lung cancer than ever before. Given that lung cancer is the most common worldwide and the leading cause of cancer death, you may be worried about the implications of your cannabis habits. How much does cannabis contribute to lung cancer risk? According to […]
Alabama: Commissioner Says Patients Can Likely Begin Accessing Medical Cannabis Products Next Month
“For nearly five years, Alabama patients and their providers have lacked the ability to locally access medically necessary state-approved cannabis products from state-licensed dispensaries. Going forward, let’s hope lawmakers and regulators finally begin putting patients’ needs first.” The post Alabama: Commissioner Says Patients Can Likely Begin Accessing Medical Cannabis Products Next Month appeared first on […]
CBD Products for Men: Hair Growth, Beard Oil, and More
Whoever says only women can use beauty products needs to hush. Men deserve to look good, too, because the better you look, the better you feel. Research suggests younger men aged 18-34 are most likely to use CBD for skin conditions, but so do those 34–55 still. You don’t have to go as far as […]
A Look at Crime Rates in Legal Adult-Use Cannabis States
A major part of the cannabis legalization process in many states occurs both before and after ratification — it’s called fearmongering. This unfortunate side effect of liberty takes on many forms: legal hypocrisy, religious and gender discrimination, racism, and so many more abhorrent realities. Much of the same misinformed and hateful rhetoric hardens and congeals around […]
Is Cannabis A Dating Red Flag?
For many, dating today feels more challenging than ever. The competition is fierce, with many having to fake it to match the expectations and preferences of a limited pool of potential partners. The question that you need answered today is whether your cannabis use might be sabotaging your chances at romance. Sadly, it just might. […]
Study: Lifetime Cannabis Use Not Associated with Cognitive Decline or Dementia Risk in Older Adults
Researchers reported that those with a history of cannabis use “demonstrated significantly better cognitive performance.” Cannabis use “was not associated with increased risk of dementia” and researchers found “no supporting evidence of a causal link with [longitudinal] cognitive decline in later life.” The post Study: Lifetime Cannabis Use Not Associated with Cognitive Decline or Dementia […]
