A national provider of workplace insurance for psychedelic therapy recently partnered with two new companies to expand their network and offer ketamine-assisted therapy as a health benefit nationwide. “Nationwide availability represents a pivotal moment in accomplishing Enthea’s mission of helping employers with workplace mental health challenges,” said Sherry Rais, chief executive officer and co-founder of […]
The United States Air Force has denied re-entry and landing permission for a floating drug factory that has apparently been orbiting the Earth producing zero-gravity pharmaceuticals since June. Originally reported by TechCrunch, the in-space drug production capsule owned and operated by Varda Space Industries has been experimenting with making a certain kind of HIV medication […]
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 240,000 women and 2,100 men are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. Of that number, an estimated 42,000 women and 500 men lose their lives to the disease. There are many factors that contribute to a person’s diagnosis, including older age, genetic mutations, or having […]
Even though cannabinoids are named for the cannabis plant, cannabinoids and chemicals that interact with our endocannabinoid system (ECS) are not exclusively found in cannabis. Research going back more than 40 years has demonstrated that a range of plants can have pronounced impacts on our ECS, and more recent research has shown some of those […]
Psychiatrists in the United States are increasingly receptive to psychedelic therapy, according to a newly released survey. The survey, published last month in the journal Psychedelic Medicine, revealed a notable shift in attitudes among psychiatrists toward hallucinogens and hallucinogen-assisted therapy that has taken place in the last several years. “Our data reveal a striking positive […]
Despite having a small size, the Cannabaceae family has had an outsize impact on human history. Between the many uses for cannabis and hemp, the importance of hops in beer brewing, and the food provided by hackberry trees, these diverse plants have long been a boon to humanity. The Family Cannabaceae In scientific taxonomy, there […]
The American Nurses Association (ANA) announced last week that it now formally recognizes cannabis nursing as a specialty practice. The professional association, which represents the interests of the more than 5 million nurses in the nation, also noted that cannabis nursing is identified by the American Cannabis Nurses Association (ACNA) as a specialty nursing practice […]
A variety of hemp plant genetically modified to produce little-to-no THC has been approved by the United States Department of Agriculture as safe to grow and breed on U.S. soil. The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) released a notice about the plants last week, created and submitted by Indiana-based Growing Together Research, […]
On Thursday, Treasury Secretary Deb Goldberg temporarily removed pot boss Shannon O’Brien from her post just a year after the former gubernatorial candidate took the job steering marijuana policy for the state. The post Up in smoke: Cannabis Commission to meet without suspended chairwoman appeared first on The Cannabist.
O’Brien’s ouster – which sounds permanent and ominous – signals new turmoil ahead for the CCC and the already reeling cannabis industry. The post Battenfeld: Shannon O’Brien’s surprise suspension creates more turmoil in $3 billion pot industry appeared first on The Cannabist.
In the cannabis world, there are many terms and lingos that consumers need to be aware of when purchasing or using the herb. Terms can range from describing the amount of marijuana to describing how it makes you feel. With all these different terms, there are a select few that you should understand. One of […]
For that difficult and often painful time of the month, women are turning to CBD brand Maxine+Morgan and other cannabis alternatives for relief. How Can I Relieve Cramps and PMS with CBD and Cannabis?The post How Can I Relieve Cramps and PMS with CBD and Cannabis? appeared first on Leafbuyer.
Edibles have become more popular than ever these days, and there is more information on how to properly consume them. However, there can still be concerns about how to consume. Edibles are notorious for being the most unpredictable way to consume cannabis. It seems like almost everyone has a story about the time they got […]
When it comes to flower, hemp has really grown in popularity because the CBD essential oils can offer a wide varity of health benefits. Here’s how hemp flower is different than regular flower. Hem is known to have deficient levels of the THC content of less than 0.3%. Strains that have that low level of THC […]
People always share what are their favorite shows to watch while high. Time vegging out on the couch can be so much more enjoyable if you pair it with your favorite strain. So we’ve handpicked some of the best shows to watch, while high of course. Whether it be comedy, cuisine, drama, or all the […]
