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Are Democrats Making A Mistake Pushing Cannabis Reform?

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Are Democrats Making A Mistake Pushing Cannabis Reform?

Will a cannabis decriminalization bill draw potential voters toward Democrats in the 2020 election, or will it turn them off?

Backing pro-cannabis reform seems like a no-brainer for Democrats. Two out of three Americans support legalizing marijuana, according to the latest Gallup poll. Even in conservative states like Mississippi, support to push cannabis legislation exists among Democrats, Republicans, and Independents alike.  

Increasingly, activists have linked ending cannabis prohibition with calls for racial justice following the killings of Breonna Taylor and George Floyd at the hands of police. Vice Presidential candidate Kamala Harris made the connection more explicit in a CNN interview last week.

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“There are huge disparities in our country based on race,” she said. “It does us no good if we want to solve those disparities to pretend they don’t exist.”

“You can look at, for example, marijuana offenses. Equal use between white population and the black populations, but black people are exponentially more likely to be arrested and prosecuted for those offenses.”

The House of Representatives will vote on the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement (MORE) Act this September. The bill would decriminalize cannabis nationwide and expunge marijuana records for some folks.

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Democratic leadership, including Speaker Nancy Pelosi, put forth the legislation amid an ongoing stalemate with Republicans about the next round of coronavirus stimulus relief. Although the House already passed its own stimulus package, GOP party members have used the juxtaposition to attack the Democrats.

“We are dealing with a pandemic and mob violence is terrorizing major cities – so what’s first up on Speaker Pelosi’s agenda after a long House recess? Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) tweeted. “No Joint Left Behind – A bill legalizing pot!”

Even House Republicans that support the bill, like Rep. Tom McClintock (R-CA), questioned the decision.

“I do find it ironic that the only small businesses the Democrats seem to be worried about are cannabis shops,” McClintock told Politico. “But I would support this bill whenever it is brought to a vote.”

But not all Democrats align on the issue either. Presidential candidate Joe Biden supports decriminalizing cannabis, but believes further medical research is necessary before legalizing nationwide. Some Democrats believe passing the bill could show voters what is possible under their party’s leadership. Others worry the messaging could instead become mixed.

You’re harming your ability to defeat Donald Trump,” Jon McHenry, a Republican who works at North Star Opinion Research, told Politico. “He and his Republican allies get to say, ‘See, Joe Biden’s not going to be in control. Nancy Pelosi and Alexandria Ocasio Cortez are in control.’”

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President Donald Trump expressed worry privately that having cannabis legalization measures in battleground states like Arizona could cost him votes in November. He told Republicans at a rally last month that they should keep cannabis reform off the ballot if they want to win.

“The president is keenly aware of how presidential elections [nowadays]… can be won at the margins,” one Republican strategist who discussed the issue with Trump told The Daily Beast. “The pot issue is one of many that he thinks could be a danger… He once told me it would be very ‘smart’ for the Democrat[ic] Party to get as many of these on the ballot as they could.”

Martha Stewart Launches New Line Of CBD Products

Debra Borchardt
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Martha Stewart Launches New Line Of CBD Products

“Created in collaboration with the top researchers and scientists at Canopy Growth, I am very proud of the end result: wellness gummies, oil drops and soft gels that taste as wonderful as they make you feel.” – MS

The queen of lifestyle branding Martha Stewart has launched a new line of CBD products with cannabis company Canopy Growth Corporation (NYSE:CGC.) The hemp-derived wellness supplements are inspired by some of Martha’s most popular recipes featuring Meyer lemons and blood oranges. The initial product offering will include a range of human wellness supplements, with a gift box and pet line launching later this year.

“I’ve found that CBD supplements are a simple way to enhance my own health and wellness, especially when it comes to managing the stresses of daily life,” said Martha Stewart. “I set out to create the most delicious CBD products on the market, drawing inspiration from some of my favorite recipes and flavor profiles from my greenhouse and gardens. My wellness gummies closely resemble the French confections, pâte de fruits, rather than the sticky, overly sweet versions you might find elsewhere.

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“Created in collaboration with the top researchers and scientists at Canopy Growth, I am very proud of the end result: wellness gummies, oil drops and soft gels that taste as wonderful as they make you feel.”


The new portfolio of natural, gourmet flavored wellness gummies, soft gels and oil drops are specially formulated by Martha Stewart, in collaboration with the cannabinoid scientists at Canopy Growth, to deliver a consistent daily dose of pure, premium CBD isolate. The products can be purchased through Canopy Growth’s website or launch.marthastewartcbd.com.

At launch, the Martha Stewart CBD product line includes:

  • Martha Stewart CBD 10mg Wellness Gummies in Citrus Medley (Meyer Lemon, Kumquat and Blood Orange flavors, 30 count) for $34.99
  • Martha Stewart CBD 10mg Wellness Gummies in Berry Medley (Raspberry, Huckleberry and Black Raspberry flavors, 30 count) for $34.99
  • Martha Stewart CBD 25mg Soft Gels (Unflavored, 30 count) for $44.99
  • Martha Stewart CBD 750mg Oil Drops (Blood Orange, Meyer Lemon or Unflavored) for $44.99

Canopy Growth CEO David Klein said, “We are committed to leading the CBD industry by providing trusted brands, which is why we’ve chosen to collaborate with Martha Stewart, someone who people turn to for advice on living well. Together, we’re bringing consumers science-backed, premium quality products in elegantly designed and gourmet flavored formats, available at a price point that makes Martha Stewart CBD one of the best values on the market.”

Martha’s Cannabis History

Stewart is known for her home show and lifestyle empire that includes a magazine, television shows and numerous products. One of her shows was a cooking program with cannabis king Snoop Dogg called “Martha and Snoop’s Potluck Dinner Party.” While Snoop frequently brought up cannabis in the show and episodes featured cannabis-friendly guests like Whiz Kalifa and Seth Rogen, Stewart always remained coy on the subject. Although she has said that the second-hand smoke on the set probably led to a contact high for her. Conversely, Snoop is not much of an alcohol drinker, but Stewart would often get him to share a drink with her on the set.

RELATED: Martha Stewart Eats Marijuana Edibles, Says ‘They’re Fine’

Stewart’s move towards CBD products is on-brand with her demographic. Women are increasingly turning to CBD as a remedy for numerous conditions. Being able to enjoy the wellness benefits of cannabis without the psychoactive effects is very appealing to many older women.

As Martha Stewart CBD expands offerings this fall and early next year, you can expect luxury gift sets and pet products designed to help furry friends feel their best. Stewart is known for her love of dogs and it seems CBD is part of their regimen as well.

This article originally appeared on Green Market Report and has been reposted with permission.

The Basics Of Wearing A Face Mask In A Restaurant

Maria Loreto
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The Basics Of Wearing A Face Mask In A Restaurant

Going to restaurants remains a complicated process. Here’s how you can stay safe during the pandemic.

Dining out at a restaurant has changed dramatically over the past several of months. Now that most states are allowing indoor dining to resume, it’s very important for people to know the proper etiquette for these situations, allowing them to stay as safe as they can.

While most businesses now require the use of face masks, restaurants present us with a bit of conundrum. While you need to wear your mask upon entering, once you sit down and order, it becomes a bit of a challenge to stay diligent about basic COVID-19 safety measures.

Here are the basic rules you should follow when dining in a restaurant:

Sanitize your hands often

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Having clean hands should be a priority when dining out, so try to do it as often as possible. This doesn’t replace hand washing, but it’s nice to have a bottle of sanitizer at the ready for moments when you can’t get to the restroom. Many restaurants are placing bottles of sanitizers on their tables specifically for this purpose.

Put your mask someplace safe

Once you remove your mask, it’s important to put it somewhere accessible and safe. Don’t take your mask on and off, since this increases the odds of contaminating. Avoid putting your mask on the table, since this exposes the mask to other people’s respiratory droplets and whatever was on the table before you sat down. Wear your mask as a bracelet, with the inside part touching your arm, or place it in a paper bag, since this protects your mask for any outside contaminants.

Think about your server

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While you don’t want to be rude to your server, you should try to be mindful of their health and that they’re masked the entire time of your visit. You can try putting on your mask when they approach the table and servers should try to keep 6 feet of distance between themselves and diners. As a way of minimizing your interactions with them, avoid calling on them several times for things you don’t really need.

How Likely Is Mississippi To Legalize Medical Marijuana This Election?

Brendan Bures
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How Likely Is Mississippi To Legalize Medical Marijuana This Election?

  Although lawmakers have tried to undermine medical cannabis legalization in the state, voters favor an activist-backed initiative.

Mississippi may be among the states to legalize medical cannabis this election, according to a recent poll. Though state lawmakers have attempted to undermine the measure, a strong contingency of bipartisan voters favor allowing medical marijuana in the state.

This summer, FM3 Research surveyed 600 probable Mississippi voters about the initiatives on the upcoming ballot. Four out of five voters supported “doctors being able to recommend marijuana to patients with medical conditions and serious illnesses.” This extended across political parties, with 76% of Republicans, 82% of Independents, and 89% of Democrats favoring the idea.

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The data demonstrates that a diverse base supports the idea of medical cannabis in general. When it comes to voting on what’s actually on the ballot, things get complicated.

A proposal from the Mississippians for Compassionate Care qualified for the ballot in January, after the medical cannabis advocacy group submitted more than 214,000 signatures. The measure is called Initiative 65 and would allow patients to possess 2.5 oz. of cannabis per 14-day period.

Medical Marijuana 2020 is the campaign to legalize medicinal use in Mississippi.
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Two months later, the Mississippi House of Representatives approved a new legalization proposal that will appear on the November ballots. It’s called Alternative 65A and provides few details about the eventual medical cannabis program. The potential bill would however ban smokable medical cannabis and require products be “suitable pharmaceutical quality,” a phrase that lawmakers didn’t explain.

Cannabis advocates said at the time that Alternative 65A was an attempt to kill medical cannabis in Mississippi. The FM3 poll shows otherwise. Three-quarters of voters say they’d vote yes on either measure, but strongly preferred the activist-backed Initiative 65.

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“A majority (52%) support Initiative 65, while fewer than one-quarter (23%) say they prefer Alternative 65A,” FM3 Research wrote in a memo.

The pollsters added that Initiative 65 remains durable despite major oppositional voices. This week, former Gov. Phil Bryant wrote an op-ed advising Mississippi vote “no” on the measure. The Mississippi State Board of Health additionally passed a resolution against Initiative 65 earlier this year.

8 Things To Know Before Using Cannabis Topicals

Mary Schumacher
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8 Things To Know Before Using Cannabis Topicals

CBD topicals reduce inflammation, heal dry skin and soothe pain, among other things. But why do they work so well?

While cannabis-infused salves, rubs, lotions and oils are still powerhouses when it comes to reducing inflammation, healing dry, patchy skin and going deep into tissue to soothe pain or irritations, a new batch of beauty products have also cropped up, most of them infused with CBD.

Why do they work so well on the skin?

Aside from most companies using high quality carrier oils to deliver the cannabinoids, the skin itself is riddled with our body’s endocannabinoid system, meaning that there are CB2 receptors all over our epidermis just waiting to be filled.

“Apparently most, if not all, skin functions are controlled to a certain extent by the local skin endocannabinoid system,” Tamás Bíró, PhD, said to Elle. Bíró is an adviser for Phytecs, a biotech company researching and developing products targeting the endocannabinoid system for medical, nutraceutical and cosmetic industries.

You put it directly where the pain is

Most people using topicals are using them for aches, pains, arthritis and other sore spots. The beauty of a topical is that you massage it into your skin right where the pain is affecting you most. Different carrier oils go deeper than others, but most topicals seem to have the miraculous property of getting in there and addressing what hurts.

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Speaking of massage…

Take your massage to the next level by going to one of the many CBD-themed massage parlors cropping up. Or, if you’d rather be frugal, have a loved one give you one of the best rub downs of your life. The soothing cannabinoids don’t just alleviate sore muscles and stress, they also keep the masseuse’s hands from getting sore and keeps them well hydrated.

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Topicals treat skin psoriasis

The itchy, irritated, red skin that happens with psoriasis is painful, as anyone with the disorder will tell you. Psoriasis affects 7.5 million Americans, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation, and the disease can be associated with more serious health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and depression. Topicals can help relieve the inflammation caused by psoriasis while the moisturizing properties can combat the scaly buildup.

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How to tell if you’re getting the right rub…

To begin with, make sure that the ingredients are from sustainable sources and are of the highest quality. Companies that care about what they’re putting into their products care even more about the patients who are using them.

As stated earlier, having some activated THC in the lotion is most effective due to marijuana’s entourage effect. However, CBD topicals are little miracle workers, too, so don’t be down if you’re living in a THC-dry state.

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CBD cosmetics are the big thing right now!

From Renew Pure Radiance Oil to Crème de la Mer facial moisturizing cream, a new, high-end market of CBD beauty products has hit the shelves and online stores. They absorb quickly and use concoctions that won’t clog pores and will keep skin tones even and soothed. Milk Makeup’s KUSH High Volume mascara is another recent and trendy addition to the CBD beauty world.

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All the benefits add up

Topicals are a natural way to slow or halt the use of synthetic pain relievers, which wreak havoc on the liver and other organs.

Topicals, of course, address inflammation and the other previously mentioned afflictions and with so many applications, the vast appeal has not only provided relief to hundreds of thousands of patients, it’s further legitimized cannabis use among unlikely demographics. Lotions, balms, and rubs offer relief for the growing amount of seniors who want to mitigate aches and pains with weed.

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Topicals are discrete and non-psychoactive

Even if other herbs or essences like menthol are being utilized in the cream, once it absorbs there is no visible or sensory giveaways that you’ve just used marijuana. Creams and such are perfect before or during work, especially if you’re on your feet all day, and they won’t show a positive result on a drug test or get you high, making topicals the work accessory that should always be at the ready. You can even use it on a paper cut. The possibilities are endless.

Can Marijuana Help You Study?

Maria Loreto
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Can Marijuana Help You Study?

There’s a lot of anecdotal evidence on marijuana use and studying. Does this practice provide any benefits?

Marijuana is the average co-ed’s drug of choice. While a lot of people encounter cannabis when they’re younger, it’s not until college that their stoner persona solidifies. New college students are entering a stage where they’re able to smoke to their heart’s content without worrying about their parents or teachers. It’s natural for them to want to smoke all the time.

Now that colleges and universities are back in session all over the country, it’s natural for the topic of marijuana and its effects on studying to surface. Like most things marijuana, your collegiate performance under the influence is mostly up to the choices you make and the way in which your body responds to the drug.

While a lot of people use marijuana to enhance TV and food consumption, people have started to enjoy other benefits of cannabis, such as enhancing creativity and minimizing anxiety. Depending on the dosage and strain you’re consuming, marijuana could either help you narrow your focus or provide you with ideas you wouldn’t have had while sober. If you’re studying with others, it might also encourage you to engage in deeper conversations, something that works if you’re the kind of person who learns by listening to others and talking through topics.

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It’s important for you to test the waters first   and proceed carefully. Start off slow and try smoking before studying a topic you’re interested in. Do not get stoned before a midterm! You should also be able to differentiate between subjects; there’s a difference between a math and creative thinking class — and knowing which one pairs best with weed is a priority.

Now that many classes are held via Zoom, there’s  more room to experiment with marijuana while still being responsible. Attending a class while high doesn’t sound like the most pleasing experience, but a little toke won’t hurt anyone, especially now that there’s a lot of virtual learning going on meaning less pressure to not smell skunky for your teacher and classmates.

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As always, it pays to visit your dispensary or have a talk with your weed guy and purchase a product that’s more expensive, but ultimately more manageable and effective . It also helps to be careful, particularly if you’re not that experienced. Marijuana can stimulate your brain,  but it can also make you feel hazy and lethargic. Analyze your past experiences with the herb and see if studying while smoking works for you.

While there have not been many studies conducted on the matter, there’s tons of anecdotal evidence that says that for some, marijuana can be a useful tool for studying. Like everything else in school, it pays to experiment and find out what works best for you.

Toxic Positivity And How To Avoid It

Maria Loreto
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Toxic Positivity And How To Avoid It

Toxic positivity is when we choose to ignore our negative emotions in order to remain positive for the benefit of others. Here’s why it doesn’t work.

2020 has been a tough year. The pandemic and the political climate has made it challenging for people to remain optimistic, causing many of us to hold on to any shred of positivity while pushing down our negative emotions. While staying positive during stressful times sounds like the kindest way to be, it’s not always easy to accept this truth when you’re in a desperate place.

In its most basic definition, toxic positivity occurs when we try to mask our anxiety or sadness with an upbeat attitude, especially to please others. We all appreciate an optimist, but sometimes this kind of “look on the bright side” forced attitude can be unhelpful.

“The pressure to appear ‘OK’ invalidates the range of emotions we all experience. It can give the impression that you are defective when you feel distress, which can be internalized in a core belief that you are inadequate or weak,” psychotherapist Carolyn Karroll explains to Healthline. “Judging yourself for feeling pain, sadness, jealousy—which are part of the human experience and are transient emotions—leads to what are referred to as secondary emotions, such as shame, that are much more intense and maladaptive. They distract us from the problem at hand, and [they] don’t give space for self-compassion, which is so vital to our mental health.”

Here’s what you can do to prevent toxic positivity:

Don’t shy away from negative emotions

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People’s tolerance for negative feelings and emotions varies depending the way their brain works, how they were raised, and their level of openness. While some are comfortable feeling sad and understanding that these emotions are temporary, others prefer to block out their feelings and pretend that they don’t exist. No matter where you land on this scale, sometimes the best thing you can do is acknowledge that you’re feeling sad and give yourself the proper time to experience this. It’s not easy, but it helps you be in tune with your feelings and also become a better friend and listener.

Avoid being tough on yourself

It’s normal to not want to be sad, but that doesn’t mean you should be hard on yourself for feeling this way.  Give yourself time to mourn, whether your sadness comes from a breakup, the loss of a job, or the pandemic. Avoid putting a timeline on things; instead, try to push yourself to a better place each day, by eating healthy, connecting with others, getting enough sleep and taking better care of yourself in general.

Work on being a better listener

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Now that you understand what toxic positivity is, try your best to not minimize your friends’ experiences. If they come to you with an issue, focus on listening to them and not trying to make them feel better. Sometimes the best thing you can do is to let your friend speak, nod and tell that it sucks that they’re going through a rough time.

There’s No Link Between Legal Marijuana And Car-Related Pedestrian Deaths

Brendan Bures
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There’s No Link Between Legal Marijuana And Car-Related Pedestrian Deaths

Researchers analyzed data spanning two decades and detected no uptick in pedestrian deaths following new marijuana laws.

When states legalize marijuana for adult-use or medicinal purposes, new research states it is not connected with increases in pedestrian fatality rates. Investigators at the University of Minnesota found that legalization was actually associated with declines in overall motor vehicle-related deaths.

The study, published in the journal Traffic Injury Prevention, analyzed traffic-related and fatal motor vehicle crashes in three legalized states—Oregon, Washington, and Colorado—as well as five control states, or where cannabis remained illegal. Records spanned between 1991 to 2018 and used crash data from the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS).

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“While attention has been given to how legalization of recreational cannabis affects traffic crash rates, there has been limited research on how cannabis affects pedestrians involved in traffic crashes,” researchers wrote. “This study examined the association between cannabis legalization (medical, recreational use, and recreational sales) and fatal motor vehicle crash rates (both pedestrian-involved and total fatal crashes).”

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Comparing states with differing cannabis laws, researchers failed to identify any jumps in pedestrian-involved fatal motor vehicle crashes following the end of prohibition in some states. Washington and Oregon, in fact, “saw immediate decreases in all fatal crashes following medical cannabis legalization,” according to researchers.

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“Overall, these findings do not suggest an elevated risk of motor vehicle crashes associated with cannabis legalization, nor do they suggest an increased risk of pedestrian-involved motor vehicle crashes.”

A 2016 study reported medical marijuana laws were associated with drops in traffic fatalities among young drivers. In addition, states with legal medical cannabis had lower overall traffic death rates than prohibition states. Research published last year, highlighted by NORML (the National Organization for the Reformation of Marijuana Laws), found California’s 1996 medical marijuana laws resulted in significant declines in overall vehicle fatalities.

This Is Why Cannabis Is So Effective At Easing Inflammation

Mary Schumacher
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This Is Why Cannabis Is So Effective At Easing Inflammation

Cannabis has a positive effect in taming inflammation and a myriad of ailments associated with swelling.

While inflammation is the cause of many maladies, it’s also sometimes the remedy. It accounts for back pain, arthritis flare ups, headaches, bowel disorders and even an increase in heart disease. Alzheimer’s is yet another affliction associated with inflammation. And cannabis? It’s a known anti-inflammatory.

As studies show, not only does cannabis have a positive effect in taming inflammation and a myriad of ailments associated with inflammation, the entourage effect created by the combination of cannabinoids, including THC, gives a person an even better result. When this synergy takes place, inflammation is greatly relieved, and thus so are the diseases and pains that go with it.

Quality and longevity of life are sincere goals of most human beings, and accomplishing those goals takes a level of fitness that is somewhat lacking in the average American lifestyle. Many people unable to exercise or stretch for their health aren’t capable because of inflamed joints or other painful inflammations that hinder activity.

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Because cannabis works as an anti-inflammatory, it could very easily be the ticket to better health and wellness all around. If the joint pain isn’t in the way and the mindset is elevated to a can-do level, the world opens up a bit and the first steps toward holistic health have been taken.

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Cannabis has been studied for the relief of inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s and one study showed that the anti-inflammation properties are to be thanked. Although the initial purpose of the study to seek complete Crohn’s remission wasn’t achieved, it was found that 10 out of 11 patients treated had “clinical, steroid free benefits.”

Steroids and other anti-inflammatory pharmaceuticals have many side effects. For steroids, immune system efficiency can go down and muscle weakness may occur among other problematic possibilities. For NSAIDs, the most common over the counter anti-inflammatory, prolonged use can result in stomach pain and eventually to ulcers.

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One thing cannabis is short on is side effects. Sure there’s dry mouth, increased hunger, an enhancement of the senses and, oh yeah, a substantial reduction in inflammation, but aren’t most of those things part of the point? It’s no wonder that so many patients use cannabis for chronic pain, inflammatory bowel disease and even Alzheimer’s. It’s truly a miracle plant.

Flower Or Concentrates: Which Do Cannabis Consumers Prefer?

Maria Loreto
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Flower Or Concentrates: Which Do Cannabis Consumers Prefer?

Even though cannabis concentrates are rising in popularity, new data says that many marijuana users prefer to smoke flower.

Despite technology and the much touted strength of cannabis concentrates, a large percentage of marijuana users prefer to stick to the classics. A new report published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence found that about eight in 10 cannabis consumers prefer flower over cannabis concentrates.

Researchers from Arizona State University surveyed 574 cannabis users from across the U.S., focusing on their cannabis habits — specifically, their consumption of herbal cannabis and concentrates and how the two differed when it came to psychological and physical effects.

Seventy-eight percent of respondents said that they preferred flower over concentrates, referencing the fact that concentrates were more likely to produce paranoia, marijuana hangovers and forgetfulness.

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“The main difference in the subjective effects of marijuana and concentrates is in terms of their positive effects, with marijuana producing greater positive effects than concentrates,” researchers explained. “Negative effects of marijuana and concentrates were small, suggesting that extreme negative effects are unlikely for regular cannabis users.”

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While there are plenty of differences between cannabis concentrates and flower, the biggest one is that concentrates are more potent, which complicates their dosage and creates a bigger risk for a bad high (definitely not recommended for beginners!).  Concentrates have a THC potency range of 50-80% while flower usually has a 10-25% range. 

Another fact that can’t be discarded is the long history of marijuana flower. While smoking flower produces tar and is harmful for the lungs, plenty of cannabis users enjoy the ritual of grinding their marijuana and preparing a joint, smoking it by themselves or amongst friends.

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