A CLOSER LOOK AT THE REALITY OF DRUG ABUSE ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES
Did you know that, when pitted against the population of our country, college students constitute one of the biggest groups of drug abusers in the United States? In fact, people ages 18 to 24 and students enrolled in full-time programs are at an exceptionally high risk for subsequently falling victim to severe cases of drug […]
STATE OF OKLAHOMA APPROVES LICENSES FOR OVER 12,000 MARIJUANA PATIENTS
Only four months after Oklahoma voters officially approved medical cannabis legalization in their state, state regulators have gone the extra mile by approving licenses for over 12,000 patients seeking to use medical marijuana. Since November 11, the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) had already issued 12,281 licenses to medical cannabis patients, while an additional 76 […]
SOME FACTS ABOUT CANNABIS LAWS IN NORTH CAROLINA
Over the course of the midterm election, the little green plant called marijuana has left a profound impact on our country. As of November 6, 2018, Michigan has become the 10th state to legalize recreational use of the herb, and Missouri and Utah have both legalized medical-grade cannabis for patients suffering from debilitating illnesses. Nevertheless, […]
SOME HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES ON THE USE OF MARIJUANA
Everyone seems to have an opinion about the drug called marijuana. For nearly 100 decades, the drug has been popular for medicinal and recreational purposes, and historical figures have been more than happy to shed light on the positive or negative effects of the drug. Many people in the cannabis community and members of esteemed […]
RESEARCHERS COMPARE AND CONTRAST MARIJUANA AND BEER
Intentionally (or perhaps unintentionally to some degree), marijuana has become a symbol of for “zoning out” and relaxation. People often turn to this potentially addictive drug to find an escape from a hectic work week or to tune out the problems with the world. On the other hand, you have a group of people who […]
GIVING CANNABIS TO FURRY FRIENDS
Based on the recent turn of events across the nation, it is apparent that people love to experiment with the recently-legalized and ultimately popularized marijuana. Honey butter and hash oil are constructed to achieve an unusually strong “high” due to strong THC content. Meanwhile, Arizona is playing host to the first restaurant with weed-based foods […]
MARIJUANA PLANTS WITH THE HIGHEST TERPENE CONCENTRATIONS
After consuming marijuana, people will feel a sensation of relaxation and drastic mood changes. These side effects are brought on by multiple chemicals (called cannabinoids) that naturally occur in the marijuana plant. Once inside, these substances stimulate an advanced neural network called the endocannabinoid system, which is essential to higher brain function and growth. Some […]
UNITED STATES LIGHTENS BORDER POLICIES FOR CANADIANS WORKING IN THE LEGAL MARIJUANA INDUSTRY
Overall, the United States maintains a shaky, divided perspective on the drug marijuana. Since March 2018, thirty states have officially legalized the drug (while only 8 allow both recreational and medical use). Opinions drift back and forth as to whether or not cannabis is harmful or helpful, with organizations like the Mormon Church getting involved […]
CALIFORNIA DELIVERY DRIVERS TARGETED FOR TRANSPORTING MARIJUANA
In the national debate on marijuana, California serves as one of the frontrunners, fully legalizing recreational and medical uses for the drug. As of March 2018, the Golden State has been joined by seven other states including its Pacific Coast neighbors Washington and Oregon. Recently, California has also announced plans to grow artisan marijuana in […]
INDUSTRIES THAT HAVE BEEN NEGATIVELY IMPACTED BY THE LEGALIZATION OF MARIJUANA
Consider that researchers have projected the international marijuana industry will soon be worth an estimated $31.4 billion by 2021. This statistic alone reveals just how much of an impact this drug has made not on the entire world. As of March 2018, thirty U.S. states have legalized the drug, while Canada is preparing to legalize […]
