Even Stormy Daniels Is Making CBD Products

Maria Loreto

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February 10, 2020

Even Stormy Daniels Is Making CBD Products

The latest celebrity to step into the CBD game is Stormy Daniels, who’s partnering with Forest Farms to make infused lube.

Stormy Daniels, who’s not only a well-known porn star, but a political figure as well, thanks to her pay-off scandal involving President Trump, is now involved with CBD. Specifically CBD lube.

The Spokesman-Review reports Daniels had been interested in getting involved with the CBD business for a while. Mike Forest, owner of cannabis company Forest Farms, reached out to her once his company finished developing a water based CBD lubricant.

The name of the product is Tempest By Stormy, which sounds like many things, none of them lubricants. The product is water based, and uses a nanotechnology that allows the fluid to be absorbed quickly through the skin, thus producing fast acting effect. According to the product’s description, the lubricant is minimally invasive, having a faint floral smell and being able to be used by all kinds of people, even those with pH imbalances.

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Forest explained that normally CBD and THC need oil to have a better effect. He said it took his company years to perfect the nanotechnology that’s present in Tempest By Stormy. “We use a new technique that involves a fat-bonded, full-spectrum, nanotization process,” he told the Spokesman-Review.

For her part, Daniels said that she believed CBD was a fad until she experienced the benefits of the compound herself.

“Two summers ago, I had a serious fall while jumping my horse. I had a fractured spine and severely sprained pelvis,” she explained to the Spokesman-Review. “I was told it would be a minimum of six weeks until I could walk even using crutches. I hate pain pills, so when a friend sent me some CBD products, I thought I’d try them.”

Daniels joins many professionals in venturing into the CBD business. Although there’s plenty of competition when it comes to CBD lubricants, the fact that it’s water based gives it an edge in terms of comfort and versatility. We just have to see if the novelty of “Stormy Daniels makes CBD lubricant” will work.

Are CBD Drinks Legal

Maria Loreto

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February 10, 2020

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The FDA hasn’t granted approval to CBD products, making matters very complicated.

CBD is unique in the way that it has managed to infiltrate itself into the mainstream without having the support of the Food and Drug Administration. FDA approval is important since it ensures that the product you’re consuming is safe and keeps track of the compounds that are in it. But the FDA is a surprisingly slow moving organization, one that has to deal with a lot of politics and bureaucracy.

There are plenty of CBD drinks out there, from sodas to seltzers, most of them containing between 10 to 25 mg of the compound. They all claim to leave the drinker relaxed and refreshed, but measuring their legality is a complex issue.

While the drinks are out there in circulation, it would be illegal for the makers to say that the product has a medicinal properties or acts as a food and dietary supplement.

How Patients With Parkinson’s Disease Can Benefit From CBD — Photo by LauriPatterson/Getty Images

According to CNET, the only CBD product for oral consumption that has obtained FDA approval is Epidiolex, a prescription drug used to treat rare forms of epilepsy. The FDA continues to say that CBD is not a valid food and drink additive because there’s not enough information out there on the compound.

Several companies have received warnings from the FDA due to their claims regarding CBD, which are not supported by studies and science. CBD companies find themselves in a tough spot; despite the fact that people are interested in consuming their products and that there’s anecdotal evidence that lends credence to these health claims, it is risky to sell them when the business stands on such shaky ground.

There’s also the fact that there are hundreds of companies that want to make easy money from CBD, and are taking advantage of people’s ignorance and the current confusion that surrounds the legality of the compound.

In short, CBD drinks are illegal, even though they’re being sold just about everywhere. Despite the FDA’s interference, consumers are invested in CBD, even if it’s long term effects remain unknown. Now, where are those studies?

How Some Consumers Avoid Paying High Taxes For Recreational Marijuana

Mike Adams

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February 10, 2020

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How Some Consumers Avoid Paying High Taxes For Recreational Marijuana

Some customers would rather take their chances with shady street dealers than suffer the high taxes they’re being asked to pay at the cash register.

Now that marijuana is legal for adults 21 and over in 11 states, droves of cannabis aficionados should be pouring into those areas like wild-eyed fiends to take advantage of this newly legitimized scene. And they are, in fact, doing just that. Until, that is, they slide into a dispensary and discover that they do not have enough cash for both the cannabis products they want and the high taxes being slapped on them at the cash register.

Many cannabis customers have left their neighborhood weed stores fuming mad over this issue, vowing to return to the black market until states get their act together and lower the tax rate associated with legal weed.

Meanwhile, some crafty folks in the cannabis community have figured out a way around the tax scam, and in some cases, these people are even getting permission to move to the front of the line.

In Illinois, where marijuana was officially made legal at the beginning of the year, one of the biggest complaints coming from cannabis customers is the taxes are just too dang high. And they’re not wrong.

The Land of Lincoln has one of the steepest tax rates in the nation attached to its legal cannabis trade. Customers who step inside a dispensary have to pay 10 percent extra for flower, 20 percent for edibles and 25 percent for any product that contains more than 35 percent THC. This is, of course, before state and local taxes, which can force some customers to pay in upwards of 40 percent more than the retail price.

It’s one of those situations where some customers would rather take their chances with shady street dealers than suffer this extortion.

But others are simply playing the game by getting in on the state’s medical marijuana program. Not only does this allow them the advantage of paying a modest 1 percent tax rate on legal cannabis products, but the state of Illinois also mandates that card-holding customers get to move ahead of long lines.

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No kidding, the Illinois Department of Health recently reported a 34% uptick in new medical marijuana applications. It seems that people have learned that they can evade the inflated taxes on marijuana by merely getting a doctor to sign off on their pot use. After all, all of the weed being sold in the recreational and medicinal sectors is all the same. It’s a stroke of genius, really.

Illinois’ medical marijuana program is a few years old. Sure, it started out with all sorts of restrictions, allowing only those people with a handful of severe or debilitating conditions to participate. But the program has evolved over the years. Now, pretty much anyone can apply for a medical marijuana card as long as a doctor can show it is needed for one of around 50 conditions. The most common in any medical marijuana program is chronic pain, according to reports.

While some people do, in fact, suffer from pain conditions and have experienced much success from cannabis, others have found that they can use this condition as a gateway to recreational pot use since it is difficult for healthcare professionals to determine if their pain problems are real.

In Illinois, saving money on marijuana taxes is as simple as getting a physician to write a recommendation. From there, a person must pay an application fee of between $100 to $250 and they can begin shopping for marijuana on the receipt while they wait for their card to arrive in the mail.

Not every legal marijuana state has this type of grey area that allows patrons to avoid high taxes by joining the medicinal sector. But it might be an option worth exploring for some folks. In almost every state with both recreational and medicinal pot laws on the books, a lower tax rate can be had by going the medicinal route.

The Difference Between Indica And Sativa Strains

Maria Loreto

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February 10, 2020

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The Difference Between Indica And Sativa Strains

Throughout cannabis’s history, there have been two kinds of strains: indica and sativa. Now, experts believe these terms might be outdated.

As you begin your journey with cannabis, one of the first things you learn is that there are two kinds of strains: indica and sativa. Most people choose one and stick to it, since it’s an easy and convenient way of obtaining the results you’re looking for. But most experts believe that the differences between strains are not as marked as we’ve been lead to believe.

The effects of consuming cannabis depend on several factors that are always subject to change. These aren’t as simple as smoking a specific type of strain and getting the results you’re looking for, although the make up of the plant has some influence on your high. Your body’s make up and tolerance level, the plant’s chemical profile, how you’re ingesting it and the dosage are all important to the feeling you’ll ultimately experience.

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Indica and sativa are terms that entered the conversation years ago, mostly used to refer to the different species of plants during their cultivation stage. Indica strains originate from shorter plants, with thick stems and broad, deep green leaves. They tend to flower quickly and can thrive in colder climates. On the other hand, sativas come from tall plants that flower more slowly, have light green leaves, and fare better in warmer climates.

It’s been years since cannabis plants were bred separately; nowadays we’re all consuming hybrids, even if they’re sativa or indica dominant.

When describing each strain, sellers are quick to attach labels to them, forgetting that the name mostly refers to the plant’s physical look and make up. Sativa strains are deemed cerebral and talkative, while indica is more relaxing and body focused. This categorization doesn’t account for how each person experiences cannabis. When smoking the same strain, two people might experience completely different highs, one having a laughing fit and the other experiencing serious couch lock.

While the labels indica and sativa make for great starting points for cannabis users, it’s important to get informed about other aspects of the plant. Recent research says that terpenes and cannabinoid make up are some of the most determinant aspects of a cannabis batch, being the best predictor of your high.

Still, despite all the knowledge in the world, cannabis remains a trial and error process. In order to find your dream strain, you’re going to have to smoke a few of them.

Everything You Should Know About CBD Lube

Maria Loreto

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February 9, 2020

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Everything You Should Know About CBD Lube

In the case of CBD, it’s important to get informed, read labels and purchase products from reputable brands.

CBD lube is a thing, and some people claim it’s amazing. Unlike THC lubricants, which reportedly get you high in a completely different way, CBD doesn’t provide any effects that are too crazy.

Some of CBD’s benefits, such as managing pain and inflammation, are reportedly very helpful for women, especially those who struggle with painful or uncomfortable sex. Like most mucous membranes, the vagina is very absorbent, acting as a sponge and taking in the benefits of the compound in a matter of minutes.

CBD can relax the muscles in the pelvic area, including the uterus, bladder, anal sphincter and pelvic floor. The compound can reportedly improve blood flow as well, facilitating orgasms and making the whole sexual encounter easier.

When it comes to men, there’s not much that the CBD lube can do other than lubricate. However, Men’s Health says that CBD lubricant can be applied to your butt and that you’d get much of the same effects as when it’s applied to the vagina, so there’s that.

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“We do know that CBD acts as a vasodilator, meaning it boosts circulation,” Kiana Reeves, a somatic expert, told Shape magazine. “Increasing blood flow to the genitals and erectile tissue network is the basis for arousal and heightened sensation.”

Still, like most lubricants, it’s important to be aware of what’s in them. In the case of CBD, an industry that remains unregulated, it’s even more important to get informed, read labels and purchase products from reputable brands. That way, you can avoid harmful materials like chemicals, glycerin and more.

Before using your product, be sure to read the instructions. Some items require the lubricant to be applied a few minutes beforehand or aren’t compatible with condoms and silicone toys. Still, this all sounds pretty promising if you’re a CBD enthusiast who’s also looking for something new and sexy.

Does Pete Buttigieg Consume Weed

Maria Loreto

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February 8, 2020

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Pete Buttigieg made history as the first openly gay man to run for President. But does this conservative Democratic candidate smoke weed?

2020 is big year for the Democratic party. Come November, Democrats should wholly support one candidate even if there are in depth Twitter analyses explaining why each and every one of them is the worst person on Earth. Go politics.

Pete Buttigieg, aka Mayor Pete, has risen quickly in the polls despite some bad press and whatever it is that went down in Iowa. He’s made history as the first openly gay may to run for President, an amazing feat no matter which candidate you support.

Now, moving on to what really matters: Does Mayor Pete smoke weed?

Nearly all Democratic candidates (except for maybe Joe Biden) are for some sort of marijuana reform. Pete Buttigieg falls neatly into this category, having spoken several times about his stance.

While campaigning, Buttigieg has said that he supports medical marijuana since it serves a purpose for veterans suffering from PTSD. He’s also made comments on the large amounts of injustices that have been committed in the name of the “war on drugs.”

Pete Buttigieg Says Incarceration Is Not The Answer To Drug Possession — Photo by Scott Olson/Staff/Getty Images

“We know that this has created all kinds of problems related to mass incarceration and that there is now a whole new generation who have experienced the incarceration of loved ones who are themselves more likely to have problems, and it shows you how the incarceration creates more harms than it was intended to solve,” Buttigieg said in a recent interview with Denver journalist Jeff Fard.

Later, in that same interview, Fard took a hit from an imaginary blunt and passed it down to Buttigieg, who looked startled and passed it down to his right, unable to take an imaginary puff. The odds of him smoking IRL weed just went down by a big chunk.

On a separate occasion, while touring a marijuana dispensary in Las Vegas, Buttigieg said that he’s smoked marijuana a handful of times, but that it was a long time ago. When offered some marijuana to go, he joked and said that he was “on the clock,” and had a long day of work ahead of him.

Despite his support of marijuana, Buttigieg is one of the most conservative Democratic candidates running for presidency. In fact, his support of marijuana is one of his edgiest policies.

Although it’s completely understandable why Buttigieg has chosen to focus on other aspects on his resume aside from his sexuality, he still has glossed over plenty of issues that affect the LGBTQ community in favor of appearing harmless. But that’s a topic for another column.

#PeteButtigieg precinct captain in rural Iowa responds to a caucus-goer flipping out upon learning that he has a same-sex partner. It’s a masterclass in patience, persistence, and love. Bravo @nikkiheever #IowaCaucuses #cresco #howardcountyiowa pic.twitter.com/PhX7vRFh8X

— Annabel Park (@annabelpark) February 4, 2020

When it comes to Buttigieg and weed, try as I might, I just can’t picture him smoking a blunt at the end of the day. Not even during a long weekend. Sorry guys, this week is a no.

Are There Too Many Hurdles In Marijuana To Make Money?

Brendan Bures

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February 8, 2020

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Are There Too Many Hurdles In Marijuana To Make Money?

Marijuana companies have many battles towards profitability, causing investors to sour on cannabis stocks.

Making money in the marijuana industry isn’t easy. Due to the plant’s federally illegal status, it prohibits cannabis companies from accessing many financial services available to other entrepreneurs. Failure is not an option, as bankruptcy or short-term loans aren’t accessible in many cases. Instead, companies have relied on capital infusions from investors to grow in the market.

Legal marijuana retailers must also battle with black market producers, who can undercut prices and introduce stronger products not available under state laws. According to an analysis of the California cannabis market, illegal sellers outnumber regulated businesses 3-to-1. That’s a staggeringly fierce amount of competition, especially when those producers can undercut prices, in part, because they don’t have to pay exorbitant tax prices like those seen in California.

Don’t forget that new cannabis markets contend with legislative restrictions, too. In Florida, the legislature acted childishly after voters legalized medical marijuana in the state by banning smokable flower. The issue dragged on for over a year, with lawmakers dragging their heels all the way to court until new Governor Ron DeSantis entered office and demanded they lift the ban. At the end of last year, once the law against smokable flower was repealed, operators flooded in trying to capitalize on the suddenly lucrative market.

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Meanwhile, in Canada, provincial regulations have inhibited producers from establishing a sizable retail footprint, as well as meeting consumer demands so far. Add in overhyped valuations that underdelivered and you start to understand why investors have soured on marijuana stocks. Less than 10% of cannabis companies could be considered profitable.

As Barron’s noted, cannabis stocks continue to fall. Canopy Growth, Aurora Cannabis, Tilray, Cronos, and more slipped this week. Oppenheimer analyst Rupesh Parikh believes these struggles will only continue. Stability just isn’t present in the cannabis industry, with CEOs dropping like flies at major players and significant turnover across the C-Suite executive level.

It’ll be important over the next several months for major companies to establish momentum and prepare for possible regulatory headwinds. Otherwise, we might see cannabis stocks fall further out of favor with investors.

Did Joe Biden Accidentally Endorse Marijuana Legalization?

Brendan Bures

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February 7, 2020

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Did Joe Biden Accidentally Endorse Marijuana Legalization?

In newly released audio, Joe Biden states that marijuana is not a “gateway” drug and it has to be “basically, legalized.”

Poor Joe Biden. The former Vice President, who was dragged into the 2020 election as the old-school Democratic party’s savior, can’t seem to stick to his script. Recent moves won’t allow Biden to gain any political momentum, and that now includes his back-and-forth recent statements on marijuana legalization.

Though the majority of Democratic candidates support marijuana legalization — Bernie Sanders say he’ll legalize cannabis his first day in office — Joe Biden believes cannabis should remain an “illegal misdemeanor” until more research is available. However, at a recent campaign stop in New Hampshire, Biden appeared to reverse his tune.

“I think It is at the point where it has to be, basically, legalized,” Biden states in an audio recording obtained by Politico.

The conversation started when Biden was approached by Marijuana Policy Project’s Don Murphy. Murphy asked Biden about his “hawkish” cannabis policy, and the former Vice President restated his cannabis policy—that marijuana should be decriminalized and medical cannabis made available to patients, as well as plan to expand research into the plant.

He re-iterated twice, according to Politico, that marijuana is not a “gateway” drug.

“But I’m not prepared to do it as long as there [are] serious medical people saying we should determine what other side effects would occur,” Biden says.

joe biden realizes anti marijuana stance is politically toxic and now supports decriminalization — Photo by Ethan Miller/Staff/Getty Images

He also added that he wants the Center for Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) involved in the process. Biden’s campaign emphasized that he was merely re-stating his cannabis policy, although they did not respond to questions about what Biden meant when he suggested that marijuana “has to be, basically, legalized.”

It remains open to interpretation if this represents an evolution of Biden’s approach to marijuana. Following the less-than-desired results in the Iowa Caucus for Biden, it could represent a further shift to the left to appeal to the new realities of the Democratic Party. Or, as has happened in the past, it could just be another moment where Biden went off script and it causes him to lose possible momentum.

“Joe Biden has only recently evolved his position on marijuana policy,” Violet Cavendish, MPP’s communications manager, wrote in an email to Reason. “He may hold a more progressive view on marijuana reform now than he has in the past, but his position still remains far behind nearly all of the other presidential candidates and it comes with a caveat: He’s indicated that he won’t move forward with legalization without scientific research to back his case.”

How To Quickly Sober Up From A High

Maria Loreto

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February 7, 2020

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In order to prevent a bad high, it’s important to try to control some of the outside factors that can produce them. But if you find yourself in one, here’s how to come down quickly.

Bad highs are part of life, but that doesn’t make them suck any less. These intense highs can make us feel paranoid and like we’re not in control of our bodies, especially when we’re with people who we aren’t comfortable with in these kinds of scenarios, such as parents or coworkers.

While sometimes a bad high occurs because our bodies were feeling great to begin with, or we smoked a strain that isn’t doing it for us, in order to prevent one, it’s important to try to control some of the outside factors that can produce them.

If you’re not experienced with these situations, avoid smoking before work or going to the gym. Avoid smoking when you’re meeting up with your parents or with some other authority figure. This list varies depending on the person, but the message remains the same: by minimizing outside factors you’ll be minimizing opportunities for bad highs.

Here are 5 tricks that can help you come down from a high quickly:

Taking a shower

If you’re at your house or at a friend’s you can try taking a quick shower. This can make you feel relaxed and provide some much needed perspective. Take a few deep breaths and put on some fresh clothes. You might still be high, but you’ll give yourself some space to calm down.

Chewing on black peppercorn

black peppercorn is the perfect fix for weed paranoia — Photo by Calum Lewis via Unsplash

This strange bit of advice is beloved one by many stoners. According to them, the simple act of sniffing peppercorns can provide instant relief for your bad high. Chewing on them makes the effect even stronger. The website Clear Choice says that this relief is due to the fact that peppercorns have a specific terpene that reduces anxiety.

Take a nap

If you have time for a quick nap, do it. This is the easiest way to relax yourself and to completely change your mindset. A half hour nap can help you let go of your anxiety and make you feel rested. Besides, marijuana highs, at least when smoked, tend to last for short periods of time. A nap is one of the easiest ways to make the time go by faster and for you to get used to the high.

Drinking water

One of the most common side effects of a bad high is dry mouth. Drink some water in order to avoid this and to also give yourself something simple to focus on, which is drinking and swallowing. Avoid alcohol or drinks with caffeine since these will only make you feel more altered.

Eating a delicious meal

One of the best ways to burn all of that high energy is to eat something delicious. Food is always great while high and eating is also one of the simplest ways to keep yourself distracted. If you’re feeling paranoid and anxious, try ordering in some food or going on a walk and buying something to eat. You can also try cooking, but that might be a tall order for your mental state.

5 Common Myths Surrounding Hemp And CBD Oils

Maria Loreto

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February 7, 2020

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5 Common Myths Surrounding Hemp And CBD Oils

Despite their popularity, CBD and hemp oils are products that are shrouded in misinformation.

The business of CBD and hemp oil has grown rapidly, despite the fact that many people get the two mixed up or aren’t super clear about their effects. Despite the popularity that these products have amassed, there’s a lot of misinformation surrounding the CBD and hemp oil industry.

In order to get a better picture of things, we looked into some of the most common myths that surround these products and found different sources that debunked them. Here are 5 common myths about CBD and hemp oils:

CBD oil and hemp oil are the same thing

For starters, CBD oil and hemp oil aren’t the same. Full spectrum hemp oil is extracted from the whole hemp plant, meaning that it contains small amounts of different cannabinoids present within the cannabis plant (THC, CBD, and more). CBD oil is an isolate of cannabidiol, containing only that compound.

CBD hemp oils are psychoactive

Here's When You Should Stop Using CBD — Photo by seksan Mongkhonkhamsao/Getty Images

Since hemp oils contain trace amounts of THC, some people might think that they’d produce a high. They don’t. Most hemp oils contain less than 0.3% THC, which is not enough to get anyone high. Also, all CBD and hemp oil products must contain less than 0.3% of THC in order to remain legal.

So, you might feel relaxed and stress-free when using these products, but you won’t be high.

CBD oil can cure anything

CBD oil has become so prevalent that it’s now being touted as some sort of miracle drug that can cure all ailments. This isn’t true. Although CBD oil and products hold much promise over a variety of medical conditions, more research and medical testing is necessary in order to get a clearer picture. For the time being, despite all the therapeutic effects of the compound there’s not enough information out there that allows us to treat CBD as medicine on its own.

These oils will trigger THC drug tests

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Data on this topic is complex. While most CBD products shouldn’t trigger positives on drug tests, there have been cases where this has occurred. Healthline says that one explanation for this is the fact that CBD continues to be unregulated by the FDA, meaning that there’s no way of knowing what’s in these products. To minimize this risk, read the label of your CBD product and do the necessary research; since the industry is in a state of flux, it pays to be careful and thorough.

Hemp oil is medical marijuana

CBD hemp oils have nothing to do with medical marijuana. These are made from the hemp plant, which is a different species than the marijuana plant that’s used for medicinal purposes. Unlike medical marijuana, hemp oils are legal in the entire country as long as the products meet a specific set of guidelines.

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Even Stormy Daniels Is Making CBD Products

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The FDA hasn’t granted approval to CBD products, making matters very complicated.

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Some customers would rather take their chances with shady street dealers than suffer the high taxes they’re being asked to pay at the cash register.

The Difference Between Indica And Sativa Strains

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Everything You Should Know About CBD Lube

In the case of CBD, it’s important to get informed, read labels and purchase products from reputable brands.

Does Pete Buttigieg Consume Weed

Pete Buttigieg made history as the first openly gay man to run for President. But does this conservative Democratic candidate smoke weed?

Are There Too Many Hurdles In Marijuana To Make Money?

Marijuana companies have many battles towards profitability, causing investors to sour on cannabis stocks.

Did Joe Biden Accidentally Endorse Marijuana Legalization?

In newly released audio, Joe Biden states that marijuana is not a “gateway” drug and it has to be “basically, legalized.”

How To Quickly Sober Up From A High

In order to prevent a bad high, it’s important to try to control some of the outside factors that can produce them. But if you find yourself in one, here’s how to come down quickly.

Taking a shower

Chewing on black peppercorn

Take a nap

Drinking water

Eating a delicious meal

5 Common Myths Surrounding Hemp And CBD Oils

Despite their popularity, CBD and hemp oils are products that are shrouded in misinformation.

CBD oil and hemp oil are the same thing

CBD hemp oils are psychoactive

CBD oil can cure anything

These oils will trigger THC drug tests

Hemp oil is medical marijuana

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