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More Moms Are Microdosing Marijuana For Health Benefits

Terry Hacienda
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More Moms Are Microdosing Marijuana For Health Benefits

“Start Low and Go Slow” is a mantra making headway in the marijuana world these days. More and more consumers of cannabis are avoiding the psychoactive “high” the herb is known for and seeking a smaller, more controlled experience.

And this microdosing trend is catching on in a big way among parents of young children. On the Feb. 8 episode of the daytime talk show “The Doctors,” mothers who are taking very small doses of marijuana discuss how microdosing has changed their lives for the better. Much better.

During the program, viewers met Ozzie, a mother of two children and a business owner. She microdoses every day. According to Ozzie, who did not want to use her last name, small amounts of cannabis help her manage her anxiety. She says she considers cannabis to be part of her daily health regimen, and she compares it to someone taking St. John’s Wart.

Ozzie takes her tiny dose of cannabis after her children have left for school. The herbal medicine helps her feel more creative, motivated and has helped in the success of her business. “I’m just a generally happier person,” Ozzie says of her microdosing.

 

 Also appearing on the program is Alexandra, a mom who microdoses to treat migraines. Within 15 minutes of taking a small amount of cannabis, she finds that her headaches begin to clear, Alexandra says. Microdosing allows her to “medicate and still feel in control.”

Dr. Dustin Sulak, who treats patients with cannabis, also joined in the discussion. According to Dr. Sulak, this type of treatment is “extremely safe” and non-rewarding, meaning there is not a pro-addictive effect and he says it does not send a pleasure signal to the brain. He says this approach is “like a daily supplement” and claims it works to keep healthy people healthy.

Dr. Sulak admits that mircodosing is guaranteed to promote health, but he says if the cannabis is reducing stress and enhancing someone’s performance that he considers that a “marker of health.”

Canadian Universities Offering Cannabis Education To Meet Student Demand

Brendan Bures
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Canadian Universities Offering Cannabis Education To Meet Student Demand

Ahead of Canada’s upcoming legalization for recreational cannabis usage and sales, the country’s universities have expanded their offerings for those who want to learn more about the growing industry.

The demand for such education is growing, as many students want to educate themselves on what could be their future career. One British Columbia school, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, has had to increase the number and frequency of their cannabis-related courses. Another technical college, Niagara College, is developing marijuana production certification while Brunswick Community College already offers students the chance to learn cultivation.

Related Story: Here’s How Marijuana Can Help The Global Depression Epidemic

These schools aren’t just meeting the demand from students, they’re also meeting the new demands of the marketplace.

Debbie Johnston, dean of the school of continuing education at Durham College in Oshawa, tells CBC News:

Marijuana companies are looking for professionals, like accountants or business managers, who have industry-specific knowledge, from the terminology and history of the industry to the regulatory framework and basics of cannabis plants. What employers want is to know that people are coming in with a basic understanding.

A Canadian recruiter for cannabis companies noted that many people currently looking to enter the industry simply don’t have cannabis education on their resumes, but they expect that to change as the industry and educators evolve through the ongoing transition.

Another important reason for cannabis education? To help fight stigma about what will be a legal drug, moving beyond stereotypes of old. While Canadians as a whole might welcome recreational cannabis legalization, many have struggled to view the cannabis industry as just that—a business industry selling a product for interested consumers.

Related Story: How California’s Legal Weed Caused Marijuana To Grow Up

As one university director said: “In order for the industry as a whole to gain legitimacy, people really need to know what it’s all about. We have to alleviate the stigma and the way to do that is really teaching people what the industry’s all about.”

John Oliver Says He’s Worried For Meghan Markle And Here’s Why

Amy Hansen
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John Oliver Says He’s Worried For Meghan Markle And Here’s Why

During an appearance on “The Late Show” with Stephen Colbert, comedian John Oliver called the royal family “emotionally stunted” and said Meghan Markle’s life is about to get “weird.”

“I would not blame her if she pulled out of this at the last minute,” said the host of HBO’s “Last Week Tonight.”

I don’t think you need to have just seen the pilot episode of “The Crown” to get a basic sense of she might be marrying into a family that could cause her some emotional complications.

Even though Oliver himself is a Brit married to an American, he told Colbert it’s different with the royal family. “They’re an emotionally-stunted group of fundamentally flawed people doing a very silly pseudo-job. That’s what she’s marrying into. So I hope she likes it — it’s going to be weird for her.”

He admitted he’s not winning any points with the Queen, adding, “I would not marry into the royal family. I’m a commoner. I would not be welcome, especially after what I just said.”

Markle is scheduled to marry Prince Harry May 19.

You can watch Oliver’s interview in its entirety below.

Montel Williams Smokes Marijuana Every Day And It Saved Him From Opioid Addiction

Brendan Bures
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Montel Williams Smokes Marijuana Every Day And It Saved Him From Opioid Addiction

“Cannabis should have been treated like any other plant-based medicine for the past hundred years: find the best portion of this drug and use it in the best modality it can be used for.”

Montel Williams has long served as an outspoken advocate for legalizing medicinal marijuana use. Williams contributed to legalization efforts in New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut.

The former talk show host and naval officer was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis shorty after retiring from the military. Following a “horrific battle” with opioid painkillers and addiction, Williams found cannabis, which he uses daily to promote flexibility and nerve-protective neuroplasticity, in addition to reducing his pain.

Cannabis “helps me to function,” Williams told Business Insider.


Williams has consumed marijuana every day for 17 years as a result. His advocacy “was lobbying literally for myself,” he told Forbes. That same philosophy as cannabis as a proper medicine Williams has employed while tirelessly leading awareness efforts has trickled into his latest business venture, LenitivLabs by Lenitiv Scientific.

LenitivLabs, which was founded by Montel Williams, is a line of top quality medicinal marijuana specifically targeting patients. The product recently became available in California and is currently being sold in more than 30 dispensaries.

Via the company’s website:

Lenitiv Scientific’s line of proprietary products utilize the latest cannabis manufacturing technologies and research to deliver products that are high-quality and consistent. Products contain no harmful additives and are clearly labeled and packaged in consistent, standardized doses….

Lenitiv Scientific’s mission is to ensure that seriously ill individuals have access to high-quality, standardized medicine to manage their symptoms.

Part of why Williams stepped into the industry goes beyond pure business interests. As the drug that helped improve and possibly save his life becomes more widely embraced and legalized, Williams has seen focus placed on recreational usage consumers. Weed-dosed junk food has filled dispensaries and he feels not enough are treating cannabis as the medicine it is. Williams didn’t hold much back.

“There have been times I’ve been so disappointed with the industry. People jump in, see it as the ‘green rush,’ and forget that 17 years ago people were dragged out of their homes with IVs in their arms, in their wheelchairs, for growing marijuana to treat awful symptoms of cancer,” Williams said to Forbes. “As things have changed in the past five years, people have forgotten that there were patients left on the battlefield.”

“Honestly, I’ve been appalled by aspects of this industry. Cannabis should have been treated like any other plant-based medicine for the past hundred years: find the best portion of this drug and use it in the best modality it can be used for.”

Christian Blogger Claims That Yoga Causes Demonic Trances

Maria Loreto
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Christian Blogger Claims That Yoga Causes Demonic Trances

Meet Matt Walsh. He’s a writer for the Daily Wire, who believes that yoga is a pagan ritual and that Christians should find some other activity to do.

The controversy began with, as many things do, a tweet that gathered a lot of attention. People thought it was, well, dumb. And it is.

Walsh decided that the best way to prove his point would be to write a lengthy article where he traces yoga’s roots back to ancient Hindu practices and details everything that’s sinful about it. In his piece, he does a lot of things, one of the most interesting ones being his comparison of Christians who do yoga to G-rated porn (whatever that is).

While Walsh doesn’t believe that Christians who practice yoga will go straight to hell — what a relief — he claims that it’s similar to playing with a Ouija board or believing in horoscopes. He says that while those things aren’t harmful in and of themselves, and that they can be done with good intentions, true Christians should seek out other forms of entertainment.

Via Daily Wire:

I don’t think you’ll automatically be possessed if you do yoga. I don’t think all yoga practitioners go to Hell. But neither do I see how a pagan ritual could ever help someone get to Heaven, and maybe that’s reason enough to leave it alone.

While he clearly spent time and research on this rant, the end result is still the same. In fact, the more you read the article, the more ridiculous it is. The original tweet pales in comparison.

RIP Matt Walsh. The Internet can be a pretty savage place.

Medical Marijuana User Olivia Newton John Gives Health Update On Second Cancer Fight

Amy Hansen
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Medical Marijuana User Olivia Newton John Gives Health Update On Second Cancer Fight

During a benefit concert to raise money for the Santa Barbara wildfires, Olivia Newton John gave an update on her well-being since being diagnosed with cancer for a second time last May.

“Entertainment Tonight” caught up with the 69-year-old, who told them, “I’ve been great.” Newton-John, who also performed at the concert, added, “Yeah, I feel really good.”

Newton-John, who sang a few hits from Grease, told ET she wanted to help the victims of the fire that destroyed more than a thousand buildings and nearly 300-thousand acres this past December.

“I feel so fortunate to have had the success I’ve had, and to do the wonderful things I do,” she explained. “And to give back—I’d love to be able to do that.”

Last September, she told “Today” that she is using medical marijuana, which she credits for helping her get back on her feet during bouts of crippling pain:

People have this vision from the ’60s of people just sitting around, you know, getting stoned, and I think it’s not about that. This plant is a healing plant. I think we need to change the vision of what it is because it helped me greatly and it helps with pain and inflammation.

When she was treated for cancer the first time, Newton-John said she felt the need for more than just traditional treatment. She supplemented chemotherapy with meditation, yoga, art and music—all of which she offers other cancer patients at her wellness and research center in her hometown of Melbourne, Australia.

During an interview with Australia’s Sunrise last December, she said she was feeling well and that she has “no pain and life is wonderful.”

Royal Experts Think This Is What Prince William And Kate Will Name Their Baby

Amy Hansen
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Royal Experts Think This Is What Prince William And Kate Will Name Their Baby

Kate Middleton is expected to give birth to her third child in April, which means people are getting hyper aggressive with trying to guess what the blessed child will be named.

Most people (bookies) are taking bets, with the most popular guesses being traditional names, like Victoria and Henry.

“Naming expert” (yes, that’s a thing apparently)  Christian Turner tells Vogue that most royal names are taken from past monarchs, saying, “Sometimes royal names skip generations, sometimes they take a diagonal line of succession, and sometimes they are reworked to be more British or more contemporary.”

He says nonetheless, most names are derived from the stable of past royal names.

“Britishness, heritage and tradition” are all qualities that royal parents take into consideration when naming their child, while, according to Turner, “The second and third names should similarly show weight and heritage, but this can be less so.” For example, says Turner:

A middle name can be taken from regal names of other cultures, or could be a nod to a further-flung relative, such as the uncle of the non-royal parent (as long as said uncle wasn’t called, say, Moon Unit).

It won’t be surprising, however, if Kate and Will give their child a less traditional name, since the George and Charlotte’s sibling will be fifth in line to the throne, thus, the “seriousness” of the name is not necessary.

According to the Daily Star, some of the more trendy names believed to be favorites of the palace are Grace, Maria, and Alexander.

Trump To Netanyahu: No Exports Of Medical Marijuana

Mary Schumacher
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Trump To Netanyahu: No Exports Of Medical Marijuana

In a turn of events that are leaving Israeli cannabis cultivators at a loss, US President Donald Trump told the Prime Minister of Israel that he’d prefer it if the Israeli state curbed its planned marijuana export industry, as reported Wednesday evening. As Israel made solid plans to export the plant back in August of last year, investors are now scrambling to make sense of what’s gone down.

Israel has a long, positive history with the marijuana plant and much of their scientific and medical research put forth is at the cutting edge of the industry. With such a rich history with cannabis, it is surprising that Netanyahu would give in so easily.

And though we knew that the current US administration was far from cool with pot, having rescinded Obama-era policy that protected compliant users, manufacturers and purveyors from prosecution. However, it was Jeff Sessions who was the voice of said cannabis bashing. Now, Trump himself is putting his two-cents in and it doesn’t look bright.

The report went on, stating that a savvy Finance Ministry representative offered the idea that the problem could be avoided by not exporting to the US, however, Netanyahu countered, saying it may not be in Israel’s best interest to go against the Trump administration’s policy.

This is an enormous let down for investors, cultivators and activists alike. Millions of dollars have already been spent in anticipation of exporting cannabis. Some growers have threatened in protest to just sell the cannabis on the black market, and they may literally not have a choice. With Trump in office for the next couple years at least, it’s going to be some time before the issue is likely to be addressed anew.

Ministry representatives weren’t even granted the time to make counter arguments. Despite their projected annual intake of a billion dollars, Netanyahu made it clear that Trump had made his own position clear and that they were not moving forward.

It’s an afraid new world and Trump is spearheading that fear mongering and tossing it wherever he spots a landing space for his and his administration’s rhetoric. Now more than ever do activists around the world need to make their voices heard on the pot topic. And, the US needs to stop being the world’s bully and open its eyes to the compassion and entrepreneurship that can drive budding economies.

Heartbroken On Valentine’s Day? These Marijuana Strains Will Help

Terry Hacienda
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Heartbroken On Valentine’s Day? These Marijuana Strains Will Help

Valentine’s Day can be a real bummer for those who recently have been dumped or are simply tired of being single. Watching a colleague or friend receive chocolates or flowers or jewelry can be torturous for the lonely hearts out there.

More people are single today than ever before, the 2014 census bureau report shows. Roughly 50 percent of all Americans are single compared to just 37 percent in 1976. Couple that with data scraped from Facebook statuses of “break up” and “broken up” shows that Valentine’s day is the third largest day for breakups.

If you are one of the 150 million single Americans or are working through love loss February 14, one cannabis cultivator — Los Angeles-based THC Design —has curated a few of types of marijuana to make you feel less lonely.

Got Dumped? Dumped Someone?

  • Triangle Kush is a smooth night-time variety named as a tribute to the three marijuana capitals of Florida – Tampa, Jacksonville, and Miami. An uplifting euphoric feeling washes over you in warming waves, leaving you floating on air – far away from stalking that ex.

  • Dosidos has a minty cookie flavor and fast and hard cerebral rush; euphoric energy will swing you back onto Tinder with a vengeance. This hybrid then fades into a happy introspection, eventually leading to a classic body buzz, so remember the good times and cry if you want to.

  • XJ-13 balances high levels of THC with low levels of CBD. It will clear your head and relax those fingers, staving off regretful texts. Binge on Netflix instead. Netflix always knows what you want.

Single On Valentine’s Day

  • Blueberry Dome has high levels of THC to provide intense relief with amazing flavors, mixing fresh nutty mint with ripe blueberries for a confusingly delicious taste that will dance across your tongue. Pair it with a pint of Ben and Jerry’s and revel in the fact you don’t have to share either.

  • Kosher Kush transcends your body into a state of serenity, draining your mind of all worries. Staying in is the new going out. Light that new candle for a romantic night for one.

  • Future Berries screams “treat yourself.” Live your best life with the best company – yourself! What begins as a moment of clear-headed relaxation soon leads to total bodily bliss. Pairs well with spa day massages, facials, and that strange mud bath your friends said you just have to try.

Gossip: Meghan Markle & Prince Harry Will Be Working Together For V-Day; Kris Jenner Shared Her Top Tip For New Mother Kylie Jenner

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Gossip: Meghan Markle & Prince Harry Will Be Working Together For V-Day; Kris Jenner Shared Her Top Tip For New Mother Kylie Jenner

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are going to be feeling the love in Scotland! The royal couple is heading to Scotland on the eve of Valentine’s Day, Kensington Palace announced Tuesday.

Harry and Meghan, who are set to tie the knot on May 19, are continuing their string of official royal engagements with a trip to Edinburgh on February 13. Their visit will include a stop at the historic Edinburgh Castle, a visit to a youth cafe run by Social Bite (an organization that tackles homelessness — a cause close to Harry’s heart) and a reception celebrating youth achievement to mark Scottish Year of Young People at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

Whether they end up spending February 14th in Edinburgh, which is about 400 miles north of London, or they return to Nottingham Cottage after their visit, Harry can expect a special Valentine’s Day from his bride-to-be. Meghan previously revealed her affinity for the holiday on her former lifestyle site, The Tig.

“Hook, line and sinker, I am such a sucker for Valentine’s Day,” she wrote. “Without fail, every February 14th, I wake up feeling like I’m immersed in a Robert Doisneau photo, waiting with bated breath to be dipped into a kiss. This is all happening in black and white, of course. And in Paris, if I had my way. But delusions of francophile grandeur aside, Valentine’s Day is special wherever you happen to find yourself. And in terms of gifts, be it breakfast in bed, a sweet love note, or a single flower, it really is the thought that counts.”

Kris Jenner Shared Her Top Tip for New Mother Kylie Jenner

Kris on Monday to share her top tip for Kylie’s new motherhood, perhaps hoping to hear some secret baby-soothing technique. But her advice was much bigger than that.

“Enjoy every second,” she said she tells her daughter. “I think she’s excited.”

She also added, that the cameras are rolling for Season 15 of “Keeping Up with the Kardashians,” but she didn’t share whether that includes footage of Kylie’s pregnancy or birth. She also wouldn’t give up any intel about the newborn’s name, which social media thinks might have something to do with butterflies. Audio snippets of the birth appear at the end of Kylie and beau Travis Scott’s 11-plus minute video “To Our Daughter” that was posted on February 4, so it was likely all recorded in some fashion.

Will Babygirl Jenner-Scott (and her new cousin Chicago West) appear on KUWTK? Stay tuned.

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