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Thu
06
Jan

Meet Dutchie, The Shopify Wannabe Of Cannabis

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Backed by Howard Schultz, Kevin Durant and Snoop Dogg, Ross Lipson’s e-commerce platform claims more than 40% of the market and doubled its valuation last year to reach $3.8 billion. But as legalization spreads, its business could go up in smoke.

Thu
06
Jan

These Undervalued Cannabis Stocks Could Go Parabolic in 2022

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The global cannabis boom is just getting started. In fact, according to Prohibition Partners, global sales of CBD, medical, and recreational cannabis sales topped $37.4 billion in 2021, and could be on course to see $102 billion in sales by 2026. “Adult-use markets in the US and Canada remain the most important regions in the world for cannabis sales, but international markets including Germany, Israel and Australia will develop considerably over the next five years,” they noted. “As of late 2021 only Uruguay, Canada and a handful of states in the US have fully legalized cannabis for adult-use, but these will be joined by several international markets soon.

Thu
06
Jan

U.S. company claims it is first to air a CBD commercial on major TV networks

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“As CBD becomes more mainstream and common, the ultimate goal for RealTestedCBD.com is to educate everyone about CBD and squash myths."

A U.S. company that helps consumers better understand CBD by comparing various related products claims it has become the first organization to air a CBD commercial on major television networks.

Emphasizing that it “distills facts from fallacies about CBD usage,” RealTestedCBD recently announced it had aired the first CBD commercial promoting the website’s lab-tested information on Jan. 3, the company reports in a statement.

Wed
05
Jan

Smoking cannabis for the first time? Here’s what to expect

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Bad highs usually happen when first-timers smoke too much or are in a place that’s uncomfortable for them.

First experiences with marijuana can vary greatly. While some people have great memories of their first time smoking with friends, others remember a paranoid mess. Despite the fact that people have been getting high for hundreds of years, one could argue there’s still plenty about the drug and its effects that remain tough to pin down.

Tue
04
Jan

Lamborghini Races Into Cannabis Game With CBD-Infused Coffee

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Get your engine started with a cup of Lambo-branded, CBD-spiked coffee.

Lamborghini’s “Tonino Lamborghini” lifestyle brand has emblazoned the Raging Bull badge on watches, shades, bags, and now, CBD-infused coffee.

Autoevolution reports that the Italian marque’s merchandizing arm is joining forces with Canadian cannabis company Flora Growth to bring coffee infused with the non-psychoactive cannabinoid to market.

“They always wanted to get into the cannabis space,” said Floral CEO Luis Merchan, “but wanted to make sure they do it with the company that has know-how and the traceability that could ensure the quality of the [Lamborghini] products that have come to be renowned.

Mon
03
Jan

What You Can Learn About Your Cannabis By Studying The Ash And Soot

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Learning the many ways to identify better quality cannabis is a terrific way to start getting to know the plant better.

Seasoned cannabis users can talk in great detail about the many ways you can determine the quality of your cannabis through a variety of factors.

The most common aspects of the herb that people look at are the buds and its smell, but a lesser known aspect of it is the ash it produces. It’s one thing that can tell you a lot about how clean the cannabis is.

Mon
03
Jan

The Most Effective Way Of Keeping Your Memory Sharp, According To Science

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Keeping a sharp memory is key as we age. A new study suggests that a busy life, filled with many varied activities, might be key to your brain health.

Memory is key to most things in life. It helps us learn in school, function in our jobs, maintain our relationships, and so much m ore. It has an influence on almost everything we enjoy. Memory is also one of the first things to deteriorate as we age, increasing the odds of dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Now, a new study reveals that the most efficient way of protecting our memory is to train ourselves with a variety of cognitive challenges.

Mon
20
Dec

Regular Marijuana Use May Lead to Sleep Problems

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A new study found that frequent intake of cannabis may increase the likelihood a person will sleep too little or too much.

Although some people turn to cannabis as a sleep aid because it makes them drowsy and relaxed, a large new study shows that marijuana may interfere with proper rest, especially if you’re a heavy user.

Mon
20
Dec

Aurora and 22nd Century Group License Foundational Biosynthesis IP to Cronos Group

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Licensing deal set to assist in the advancement of research and development for cannabinoid biosynthesis

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (NASDAQ: ACB) (TSX: ACB) ("Aurora"), the Canadian company defining the future of cannabinoids worldwide, together with 22nd Century Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: XXII) ("22nd Century") announced today a three-way non-exclusive agreement to license biosynthesis intellectual property to Cronos Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CRON) (TSX: CRON) ("Cronos Group"), intended to assist in the advancement of research and development on the biosynthesis of cannabinoids.

Fri
17
Dec

Can A Tolerance Break Help Reboot Your Relationship With CBD?

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CBD acts as an antagonist when it comes to its relationship with your cannabinoid system, the opposite of what THC does.

Tolerance breaks are synonymous marijuana use. These breaks allow people to reboot their endocannabinoid system, ensuring that the drug affects them in ways that are efficient and that provide tangible results.

Like any other substance, developing a tolerance for marijuana, specifically THC, is problematic for those who consume it regularly. Seasoned users find themselves buying and consuming more cannabis, trying to experience the effects they used to have with just a few hits. While always annoying, this is complicated for people who use the drug medicinally.

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