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Fri
25
Feb

2 marijuana stocks better than Aurora Cannabis

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Here’s why marijuana producers such as Green Thumb and Jushi Holdings are better than Aurora Cannabis right now.

While markets were trading near record highs at the end of 2021, several Canadian marijuana stocks, such as Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB), underperformed broader indices. At the time of writing, ACB stock is down 94% from all-time highs, burning massive investor wealth in the process.

Wed
23
Feb

This activity may increase antibodies after getting your COVID-19 vaccine

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A new study shows some interesting evidence in regards to antibodies and what’s safe to do right after getting a vaccine.

Vaccines prompt an immune reaction from your body, creating antibodies and protecting you from a virus. It’s understood that the stronger your reaction, the better and more thorough your protection will be, with your body producing the necessary antibodies to fight off the virus when exposed to it in the future. A new study found that exercising after getting your COVID-19 shot might help you produce even more antibodies. Published in the Journal of Brain, Behavior and Immunity, the study found that active adults who worked out for over 90 minutes after getting their vaccine demonstrated increased serum antibodies.

Tue
22
Feb

Apple joins Amazon in supporting legal weed — What does this mean for marijuana industry?

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While the world has been struggling to adapt to a COVID existence, the cannabis industry has been making gigantic leaps, even while every other industry entered into a recession.

Since Amazon made headlines lobbying for the federal legalization of cannabis, several other “high profile” organizations have made similar headlines by shifting their cannabis policy. One of these companies last June updated their Terms and essentially gave permission for cannabis companies that operate within a legal state access to their platform. The company in question? Apple!

Fri
18
Feb

Cannabis shown to be an effective treatment option for back pain: Study review

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A systematic review by a team of researchers affiliated with the Swedish Neuroscience Institute in Seattle, Wash., have found cannabis to be an effective treatment for back pain.

Published in Global Spine Journal, the researchers reviewed four studies composed of 110 patients.

“In each study, there was a quantifiable advantage of cannabis therapy for alleviating back pain. There were no serious adverse effects reported,” researchers wrote.

 

Of the four studies that met the criteria for review, one was conducted in Austria while the remaining three were based in the U.S. The majority of study participants were women (86 per cent) with an average age of 45.

Thu
17
Feb

5 cannabis hacks to make the most of your experience

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Want to make the most of your weed? Here’s how compact discs, honey, pennies, and other common objects can help.

By the time you’ve become a seasoned marijuana consumer, you’ll likely learn all of the little tricks you need to help make the most of your weed. From extending the life of your stash, grinding your own flower when you’re in a pinch, and enhancing your experience in general, here are some hacks that will improve your smoking significantly.

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Link Between Cannabis And The Munchies Is More Complicated Than You Might Think

Photo by Christopher Williams via Unsplash

Wed
16
Feb

How Is cannabis helping so many people with post COVID-19 recovery?

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New studies are showing how cannabinoids are helping patients with post-COVID recovery.

COVID-19 has taken countless lives worldwide, but thankfully with the vaccine, many have also been able to survive it.

However, surviving COVID-19 is not an easy feat. In many cases, the dreaded virus leaves damage in the bodies which we can feel for far long after we have tested negative. There are the usual symptoms such as dry cough, fever, colds, and shortness of breath.

Tue
15
Feb

Cannabis beverage company Cann gets backing from Green Thumb Industries and celebrity investors

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Cann has landed a $27 million Series A venture financing, as the cannabis beverage company looks to grow its distribution to more U.S. states in 2022, the company said Tuesday.

Venture capital firm Imaginary Ventures led the Series A round, with cannabis company Green Thumb Industries GTII, -1.12% GTBIF, -1.14% as an investor.

Jake Bullock, co-founder of Los Angeles-based Cann, told MarketWatch the funding ranks as the biggest Series A financing of a venture-backed cannabis beverage company.

The fruit-flavored drinks are aimed at social drinkers, and contain micro doses of THC and CBD — much less THC than other cannabis beverages, he said. The intention is to aim at the much larger alcoholic beverage market that measures in the tens of billions.

Tue
15
Feb

Hemp Oil Can Lower Your Cholesterol According to a New Medical Study

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According to the Centers for Disease Control, a little over more than half of the American adult population are medicating with cholesterol-lowering drugs.

And while high cholesterol is a problem usually associated with the obese or elderly, the truth is that a worrisome population of adults aged 20 and up already have elevated cholesterol levels. It’s far too easy to get high cholesterol given the standard American diet, which is loaded in sugars, saturated fats, and trans fats.

Mon
14
Feb

Amazon's Twitch: Cannabis-Themed Usernames Allowed Under New Policy

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Twitch, the popular streaming site owned by Amazon announced new updates for its username policy in an effort to put an end to inappropriate names, highlighting that those with cannabis hinting handles will be allowed. (Article originally appeared on Benzinga)

“We want to make Twitch the kind of place where everybody feels at home,” the company pointed out, adding that “curbing hateful conduct and harassment is a vital part of making Twitch a safe and fun place to spend your time.”

Fri
11
Feb

Aurora Cannabis stock trims losses, tops estimates

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Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) stock trimmed losses to $75.5 million, but problems still remain for this international cannabis producer.

Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) reported a loss of $75.1 million for the second quarter, with the cannabis company’s growth outlook shaky, as it attempts to expand in international markets.

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