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Can Hemp help reverse chronic conditions like diabetes?
420 Intel
Medical News
"Hemp has less than 0.3 per cent (of THC), while cannabis or marijuana contains 20 per cent or more," said Ira Rattan, vegan nutritionist and holistic wellness counsellor Hemp, a plant that comes from the same species as cannabis, contains healthy fats and essential fatty acids and is also a great source of protein. Additionally, it comes packed wi
Most Americans support forgiveness for Past Marijuana crimes, oppose Cannabis’ schedule
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Cannabis News
Most Americans oppose marijuana’s categorization as a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law, and they support efforts to forgive those convicted of cannabis-related offenses, according to nationwide survey data compiled by USA Today/Ipsos Polling. Nearly three in four Americans — including majorities of Democrats, Independents, and Repu
Hemp has the potential to make Scotland's agricultural sector carbon neutral
420 Intel
Business & Finance
Hemp has the potential to make Scotland's agricultural sector carbon neutral as well as providing huge economic benefits, a new report has found. For the first time a detailed analysis has been carried out on the market opportunities for the Scottish hemp sector with time-bound recommendations to revamp the supply chain provided. Hemp was once wide
Road to Legalization: When will Germany actually legalize Cannabis?
420 Intel
Politics
Let’s look at the current state of cannabis regulation in Germany and when it might become legal. There is still an evident stigma and tight regulations surrounding cannabis. Most of Europe has moved towards legalization by decriminalizing recreational cannabis and legalizing medicinal use. There are some countries, however, that still haven’t budg
Gov. (Texas) Greg Abbott refuses pardons for cannabis convictions
420 Intel
Politics
After President Joe Biden announced that he would be pardoning low-level federal marijuana crimes and pressuring the states to do the same, Gov. Greg Abbott has refused to follow.  After President Joe Biden announced that he would be pardoning low-level federal marijuana crimes and pressuring the states to do the same, Gov. Greg Abbott has refused
New York’s weed laws mean marijuana is legal but the stores selling it aren’t yet
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Medical News
New York seems to have a weed store on every corner. None of them are legal. New York City’s crisp autumn air has a distinct scent to it, and this year that scent is weed. Many of the city streets have a fresh look to them, too — marijuana and cannabis products are for sale, out in the open, everywhere. New York legalized recreational marijuana in
Louisiana lawmakers divided over legalizing marijuana
420 Intel
Politics
MONROE - Louisiana lawmakers are reacting to calls to legalize marijuana. It comes after President Joe Biden pardoned thousands convicted of federal possession charges and is reviewing how the drug is classified. “I have been pretty firm in my opposition to any recreational marijuana, and that hasn’t changed,” State Senator Stewart Cathey of Monroe
Louisiana lawmakers divided over legalizing marijuana
420 Intel
Business & Finance
MONROE - Louisiana lawmakers are reacting to calls to legalize marijuana. It comes after President Joe Biden pardoned thousands convicted of federal possession charges and is reviewing how the drug is classified. “I have been pretty firm in my opposition to any recreational marijuana, and that hasn’t changed,” State Senator Stewart Cathey of Monroe
University research into Marijuana urged with safety issues
420 Intel
Medical News
State Assembly member Crystal Peoples-Stokes told 2 On Your Side, "There's no question we don't know how to determine if somebody is impaired by it or not..." BUFFALO, New York — As state efforts continue to get licensed marijuana sales up and running here in New York there is also a call again for more research into the usage of pot and its effect
University research into Marijuana urged with safety issues
420 Intel
Cannabis News
State Assembly member Crystal Peoples-Stokes told 2 On Your Side, "There's no question we don't know how to determine if somebody is impaired by it or not..." BUFFALO, New York — As state efforts continue to get licensed marijuana sales up and running here in New York there is also a call again for more research into the usage of pot and its effect
Scientists have good news about Cannabis breathalyzers
420 Intel
Medical News
‘There exists a need for a fair forensic tool capable of detecting THC in the short window of impairment’ While drug tests can tell if a person recently consumed cannabis, there’s currently no way of measuring whether or no a person is high, something that’s becoming increasingly important as more and more U.S. states legalize the drug. But that ma
Is keeping cannabis illegal putting people’s health at risk?
420 Intel
Medical News
Researchers examined all areas where cannabis is legal and found a shocking number and amount of contaminants that, arguably, should not be present on anything that humans consume Some argue that cannabis is far less toxic than any drugs made in a lab, since it is a plant that comes from Mother Earth. While that sentiment and logic may be in the ri
Cannabis ETFs Soar After Biden Pardon
420 Intel
Technology
Cannabis-related exchange-traded funds and stocks were lifted this week after President Biden’s pardon on Thursday of those convicted of simple marijuana possession. The president also called for a review of how marijuana is categorized under federal law, with the moves boosting speculation that a loosening of cannabis restrictions is on the horizo
Cannabis ETFs Soar After Biden Pardon
420 Intel
Business & Finance
Cannabis-related exchange-traded funds and stocks were lifted this week after President Biden’s pardon on Thursday of those convicted of simple marijuana possession. The president also called for a review of how marijuana is categorized under federal law, with the moves boosting speculation that a loosening of cannabis restrictions is on the horizo
SEC Charges Eight In Cannabis Stock Promotion Scheme
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Technology
Elegance Brands, Emerald Health Pharmaceutical, and High Times are the stocks included in the stock promotion scheme. The Securities and Exchange Commission announced on September 30 that it had charged eight in a stock promotion scheme that included promoting Emerald Health Pharmaceuticals and High Times Holdings stocks. The SEC says investors pur
US President Biden flags major Marijuana reform
420 Intel
Politics
Jaws were on the floor across the USA late last week after President Joe Biden made a surprise announcement in relation to marijuana. While the majority of US states have medical marijuana programs in place, things are trickier at a federal level. The 2018 Farm Bill made cannabis with a delta-9 THC content of under .03% (hemp) legal – but for anyth
Amazon, Supporter of Cannabis Reform, Continues To Ban Grinders
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Technology
Grinder sellers are tired of getting dropped after being flagged by Amazon algorithms. On one hand Amazon, the world’s largest retailer, openly supports specific pieces of cannabis legislation for reform and allows unregulated employees to consume cannabis on their own time. But on the other hand, harmless accessories like grinders are inconsistent
Study: Hemp-Derived CBD Gel Caps Effective in Older Patients with Spinal Stenosis
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Technology
PHILADELPHIA - Older patients with lower back and leg pain due to chronic spinal stenosis experience statistically significant improvements following the use of hemp-derived CBD gel caps, according to data published in the journal Cureus.  Researchers affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia assessed the efficacy of the twice-dai

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