Why Some Don’t Have A High The First Time They Consume Weed

Terry Hacienda

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March 5, 2024

Why Some Don’t Have A High The First Time They Consume Weed

As more people have access to legal marijuana – more first timers are getting a little confused – especially about the high.

More people are trying marijuana. Canada is fully legal and over 50% of the US population have recreational weed access. The social stigma is almost gone also as over 85% of the population believe it should be legal in some form. There are decisions on how (old school by smoking, current with gummies or vapes), where and alone or with others. After prepping it though, occasionally there is another question – why some don’t have a high the first time consume weed.

Despite what we know of marijuana tolerance, the more you’re exposed to cannabis the less it affects your, the phenomenon of not feeling anything the first few times you consume affects a number of first timers. Experts have different theories as to why this happens.

One of the most prominent theories states that in order for people to experience weed properly, they must first learn how to do it correctly. People need to be exposed to the drug repeatedly until their body understands what it’s supposed to feel. Experts call this a “sensitization period,” when THC interacts with the cannabinoids in your system a few times in order to activate them and to produce that high feeling. It may take a couple of sessions before you smoke and know that you are actually high versus feeling what you think you should be experiencing.

Smoking verus other methods my also be a reason. Smoking can be a bit tricky. You my be inhaling cannabis but keeping the smoke in the mouth, which prevents the THC from making its way to your bloodstream.

There’s not one definitive answer when it comes to cannabis and its effect on our bodies, but it’s always hard to do something for the first time, whether that’s smoking weed or getting a tattoo. Your expectations, the people you’re with, and your biology will have a hand in your first couple of experiences with weed, which is why it’s important to be patient and open minded.

When first using marijuana, start off slow surrounded by people you trust. Put your phone on silent to minimize extra sources of stress. Once you start, pause for a bit (15-30 minutes for smoking/vape and 45 minutes for edibles) so you can monitor your feelings closely, that way you can make sure you get high but not too high.

Study Finds Key Surprise About Medical Marijuana Patients

Terry Hacienda

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March 5, 2024

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Study Finds Key Surprise About Medical Marijuana Patients

Have a long term illness is tough, but data has shown a way to make it less worse

Having to deal with a medical issue for a longer time can be depressing and debilitating. over 40 million in the US and Canada are limited in their usual activities due to one or more chronic health conditions. Several studies have demonstrated that MC helps reduce the opioid dosage for patients undergoing treatment for non-cancer pain. It can also be substituted in place of opioids to achieve therapeutic benefits. Dealing with pain can be helped…but now a study finds a key surprised about medical marijuana patients which is more holistic.

Johns Hopkins researchers partnered with Realm of Caring, a nonprofit dedicated to therapeutic marijuana research, and collected data from 1,276 patients associated with the organization. Among the participants, 808 patients consumed medical marijuana products, and 468 patients who served as a control group.

Patients were asked about their quality of life, sleep habits, pain symptoms, mental health status, ongoing use of non-marijuana medications, and baseline health. Those who use medical marijuana recorded significant improvements in quality of life and health satisfaction than the control group. They also expressed less pain, depression, and anxiety symptoms than non-users. Lastly, they used less prescription medications and visited the hospital less than their counterparts.

“This study shows clearly that cannabinoids have a very positive effect on health outcomes across the board among all age groups and demographics. This publication will be the first of many based on the detailed findings of this extensive data set,” Realm of Caring CEO Jonathan Hoggard. “Perhaps the most dramatic finding in this study was that medicinal cannabis use was associated with 39% fewer ER visits and 46% fewer hospital admissions.”

Among the control group were patients interested in exploring potential therapeutic benefits of medical marijuana. Researchers noted that some of them began using medical marijuana during the study and subsequently reported higher health and well-being levels after the fact.

“People felt better when they started. That is a powerful signal,” study author Ryan Vandrey said.

The paper notes that biases and pre-existing beliefs about marijuana should be considered for both patients and researchers. While this is the first step in research, it is an indication of additional benefits of medical marijuana.

Beer Sales Flatten Thanks To Marijuana

Sarah Johns

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March 4, 2024

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The number three drink in the world is struggling a bit in the land of the maple leaf

Observations gave an indication in California, but now Canada has the data. Legal marijuana is taking some of the foam and market share from beer. But beer lovers, don’t panic yet, it is still the #3 most popular drink in the world behind water and tea. IT has been the king of hot days, after work hangouts and college campuses. But a new era has emerged.

This research, published last week in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence, not only marks a significant shift in the alcohol market but also raises questions about the broader implications of cannabis legalization on alcohol consumption habits.

Already, Gen Z has changed their drinking habits. Data shows alcohol has a smaller appeal to a strong percentage of Gen Z drinking-age adults (aged 21-24). A total of 27% say they never drink alcoholic beverages. Gen Z adults who drink do so more frequently than older adults – 47% of all Gen Z adults (21+) drink alcohol daily to weekly. Baby Boomer drinkers drink the least frequently, with 35% of all Boomers drinking alcohol at least weekly.

Beer also has a few disadvantages as opposed to marijuana. Beer has higher calories, filling and, comparatively, a bit more expensive. A quick gummy on a Monday night can take the edge off the day with less weight gain and a more filling wallet.

The study’s authors concluded that the legalization of non-medical cannabis was linked to an immediate downturn in beer sales, a trend which persisted into the post-legalization period. This indicates a potential shift in consumer behavior, with individuals increasingly turning to legal cannabis as an alternative to beer.

This is a positive societal sign as marijuana legalization spread. While not health food, cannabis has fewer harmful side effects and has proven medical benefits.

How About Marijuana Peeps For Your Basket

Anthony Washington

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March 4, 2024

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How About Marijuana Peeps For Your Basket

Why not take a holiday classic candy and make it even more fun!

Love them or hate them, Peeps have become a staple for Easter and other holidays. Each year across the US and Canada, retailers are filled with things for holiday from chocolates, to new clothes to the infamous little bunnies. Newspapers have contests asking people to do a scene with the squishy characters and conversations are heard in store aisles and across cocktails about the peep. But what if you made them even better…how about marijuana peeps for your basket?

Last year, Easter candy accounted for $3.4+ billion in the US and Canada dollars in sales. Confectionary sales have steady grown over the last 10 years for this holiday. Edibles are a huge cannabis market. According to BDSA, a leading analyst firm which also covers cannabis, says edibles are the number one way people consume marijuana. Roughly 90% of it is via gummies, followed by chocolate.

In 1953, Just Born acquired the Rodda Candy Company and it jelly bean and marshmallow chick line. Smartly, they replaced the time-consuming process of hand-forming the chicks with mass production. When founder Sam Born displayed a sign for his freshly made candy, he titled it “Just Born”, playing off of his last name and the fact that he made his candy fresh daily. The newly purchased company, Just Born, was soon the “largest marshmallow candy manufacturer in the world.”

In the 1960s, following the company began following seasonal themes. Twenty years later, the Marshmallow Peeps Bunny was released as a popular year-round shape of the candy. The yellow chicks were the original form of the candy — hence their name — but then the company introduced other colors and, eventually, the myriad of shapes now produced.

How to make Marijuana Peeps:

1) Buy some bunny Peeps.

2) Melt either white chocolate or vanilla candy wafers or bark in a microwave safe mug (deep enough to cover the Peeps) until it’s nice and fluid.

3) Add cannabutter or a small amount of marijuana oil and stir well until fully blended.

4) Insert a lollipop stick into the bottom of each Peep (use some melted candy to make it adhere better).

5) Dip each Peep into the candy to coat. Allow candy to harden.

6) Enjoy!

You want to be careful in dosage and perhaps taste them before sharing them with friends or at a holiday gathering.

Marijuana Makes 70 The New 50

Amy Hansen

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March 4, 2024

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While cannabis isn’t the face of the fountain of youth, your body may feel younger thanks to consuming

The buzz is Gen Z is turning away from alcohol to marijuana and California sober is the new thing for the other 35 set. But look around the corner and you see seniors are also using marijuana more. Part of the reason is helps the body feel and act younger. Marijuana makes 70 the new 50. Even Fox News viewers are pro-marijuana legalization.

The Drug and Alcohol Dependence journal published “marijuana use is becoming more prevalent in senior population.” There is sound reason for it, cannabis can reduce anxiety, body aches, inflammation and enhance a relaxed mood which can lead to other things. Alcohol tends to have more damaging affects to the body, especially over longer periods of time.

Science has proven cannabis can have many benefits for seniors. The 65+ set may benefit from cannabis for chronic pain, sleep difficulties, tremor, spasticity, agitation, nausea, vomiting, and reduced appetite. All key things, but what are the lifestyle benefits of marijuana use.

Help with inflammation which can lead to more movement including walking, dancing, and more. Several studies showed that cannabinoids downregulate cytokine and chemokine production and, in some models, upregulate T-regulatory cells (Tregs) as a mechanism to suppress inflammatory responses. Joint pain can be reduced giving more body mobility.

It can also reduce anxiety. THC can reduce stress at lower doses, higher doses can induce panic, paranoia and anxiety. A small amount, say half a gummy, can help with anxiety and allow you to feel more optimistic about life. A potential benefit is being a bit more chill in the approach to new things. Despite the changes in cognition that may come with age, older adults can still learn new things and adjust as they age.

Cannabis can affect someone’s sex life is wide, from simply helping people feel more turned on, to opening the mind to deeper intimacy and promoting mindfulness. When applied to seniors, cannabis can provide an even larger influence, offering relaxation and increased libido, while also treating symptoms that naturally appear as people grow older and their bodies start to change.

Aside from body aches and pains, cannabis also has a variety of lubricants and intimacy oils that can help boost sex, especially post-menopausal women who sometimes experience decreased libidos. These oils can heighten arousal and provide different opportunities for bonding, whether that means an intimate massage or simply something new that couples can try out together.

Studies show that cannabis use among seniors steadily increases year after year, with a majority of people growing more educated on the subject and learning to use the plant to their advantage. Dosage is key, so start with low potency dosage to find the right comfort level. Talk with an expert either in your doctor’s office or at dispensary about how you find the right level for you.

Summery Exotic Cocktails For The Last Of Winter

Sarah Johns

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March 1, 2024

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Summery Exotic Cocktails For The Last Of Winter

Spring is in sight, but winter still has a hold on the weather – here are some tropical cocktails to give you the summertime feel

Winter is done in three weeks, but it isn’t done with us yet. Coats, sleet, and long days are still here. But hope is around the corner, March and April are often the busiest months of the year, surprisingly for gyms. People begin to feel summer approaching and want to start getting their bodies swimsuit-ready. The dreams of tropical (or at least sunny) destinations are in people’s mind as they look out the window. To help, here are some summery exotic cocktail for the last of winter.

Daiquiri

Made famous by Hemingway, the Daiquiri is frozen fun choice of summer time drinks! It was either invented in 1902 by an American mining engineer named Jennings Cox William A. Chanler in Cuba or a US congressman who purchased the Cuban iron mines and introduced it to New York.

4 ounces white rum
2 ounces lime juice, freshly squeezed
2 ounces simple syrup
Garnish: 2 lime wheels

Create

Add all ingredients into a blender with a cup and a half of ice.
Pulse until mixed.
Divide between two glasses and garnish each with a lime wheel.

Tequila Sunrise

Created by Bobby Lozoff and Billy Rice in the early 1970s while working as young bartenders in Sausalito. They served the drink to The Rolling Stones’s Mick Jagger at the start of their 1972 American. Jagger had one, loved, and he and the band order them throughout the tour. He even dubbing the tour the “cocaine and tequila sunrise tour”.

2 ounces blanco tequila
4 ounces orange juice, freshly squeezed
1/4 ounce grenadine
Garnish: orange slice
Garnish: cherry

Create

Add the tequila and then the orange juice to a chilled tall highball glass filled with ice.
Top with the grenadine, which will sink to the bottom of the glass, creating a layered effect.
Garnish with an orange slice and a cherry.

Barracuda

Developed in the late 50s by the bartender Benito Cuppari while he was working SS Michelangelo cruise ship, it is named after the Barracuda Beach Club in Portico. It was initially served in a pineapple shell.

Ingredients

⅔ Part Galliano
⅓ Part Grenadine
⅔ Part Light Rum
⅓ Part Lime Juice
⅔ Part Pineapple Juice
Champagne

Create

Fill a chilled highball glass with ice cubes.
Add galliano, grenadine, light rum, lime juice and pineapple juice.
Top up with champagne.

OR

Shake Galliano, grenadine, light rum, lime juice and pineapple juice well.
Pour in a champagne coupe.
Top with champagne

While the temperatures may be low outside, warm your insides with these summery exotic cocktails for the winter.

What Is Taking The DEA So Long To Rescheduling Marijuana

Terry Hacienda

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March 1, 2024

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What Is Taking The DEA So Long To Rescheduling Marijuana

The Biden administration has been slow in fullfilling the last campaign promise of helping the cannabis industry….is the DEA waiting

In 2012 Colorado and Washington legalized recreational cannabis. Science, public opinion, how we consume, and support from groups as varied as HHS to Fox News watchers have already moved to supporting federal legalization. In the last election, the Biden administration committed to helping the industry. A key factor is his support of veterans. Veterans, along with federal and medical research, has shown cannabis is a solid help to PTSD. Also, as the country struggles with an opioid crisis, expert believe medical marijuana can be part of the solution. But the administration and dragged it’s feet and now it seems another agency is lingering on change. What is taking the DEA so long to reschedule marijuana. Experts weight in.

Terran Cooper, a leading cannabis expert at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman Law shares his thoughts. “While we have comparable examples of controlled substance rescheduling, the ramifications of cannabis rescheduling are beyond anything we’ve ever seen. There are a number of policy issues to be navigated by the DEA, including the existence international drug treaties, which may have delayed the DEA’s review (though Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove and others have argued that applicable treaties shouldn’t prevent rescheduling). The widespread consequences of potential cannabis rescheduling may have also muddied the water, as numerous parties have sought to influence the DEA’s review in various ways. “

“While it is possible that the DEA is attempting to navigate denying the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) recommendation for cannabis to rescheduled, many are skeptical of this likelihood. The HHS recommendation is binding on the DEA (21 USC 811(b)) as to scientific and medical matters, meaning in order to deny cannabis rescheduling the DEA would have to rely on other relevant data to outweigh HHS’ recommendation. This is a tall order, even for the historically cannabis-averse DEA.”

Jesse Redmond, Managing Director at Water Tower Research and a keen analyst for the industry has this take. ““It’s critical to realize the rescheduling process is occurring during an election year and it is possible democrats are coordinating efforts for maximum political impact. Many are pointing to the week of 4/20, which falls on a Saturday this year, for the DEA’s response to the HHS’ recommendation. This would give time for the public comment period and final rule before the elections in November.”

John Hudak, Director, Maine office of Cannabis Policy has this take. “Cannabis policy is a burning question with a small minority of the public but data show that in congressional campaigns, the vast majority (nearly 90% of candidates) never mention cannabis policy in public. That suggests that most voters are focused on different issues. Despite that, the current cannabis rescheduling petition before the federal government, and initiated by President Biden, is moving at lightning speed compared to every other prior cannabis rescheduling petition.”

“There is no easy explanation of the delay. Some factors are the fact that the DEA and the FDA have different interests in cannabis regulation, the lack of clarity regarding how the DEA would regulate the rescheduled drug, how rescheduling and varied state cannabis laws would intersect, the loss of federal tax dollars when cannabis business expenses become deductible, and political considerations in a presidential election year.” said Lonnie Rosenwald from Zuber Lawler.

The industry is in need of support as consumer demand increase, but the cost of doing business is becoming prohibitive. President Biden and Vice President Harris have been traditionally anti-marijuana, so you wonder if their lack of urgency or support is weighing in on the DEA’s slow walk of a decision.

Chill On National Unplug Day With A Gummy

Anthony Washington

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March 1, 2024

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Chill On National Unplug Day With A Gummy

For mental health, it is national unplug day – grab a gummy and let your brain relax and enjoy real life!

Today is the day to pull the plug on your electronic devices, kick back and enjoy life in real time. It promotes giving our brain, body and eyes a chance to heal and readjust to life in the moment. What better way to start March then letting your mind be an unfettered playground. Science has long been clear excessive screen time is not healthy, so why not chill on National Unplug Day with a gummy.

Over the last 15 years, most everyone of all generations has slowly become attached to digital devices. While it has done wonders in the day to day business of work, banking, and staying connected to friends and family, screen times also agitates the brain. Marijuana’s key psychoactive ingredient is THC. It stimulates the part of your brain responding to pleasure, like food and sex. This unleashes a chemical called dopamine, which gives you a euphoric, relaxed feeling.

Multi-Tasking Is Worse For Productivity Than Smoking Marijuana — Photo by Tranmautritam via Pexels

The National Day of Unplugging started in 2009 in partnership with Jewish arts and culture non-profit Reboot and Sabbath Manifesto. The event draws on the Jewish tradition of observing a weekly day of rest, called Shabbat. In Jewish culture, Shabbat is typically observed from sunset on Friday evening until nightfall on Saturday.

The term digital native refers to people who have grown up using digital technology, and are therefore highly comfortable with and possibly dependent on it. So various generations have a different relationships screens. But across the board, a little break is positive.

Science has shown unplugging is positive for you and can make you happier and more productive. Some of the reasons include

Screen time disrupts sleep and desynchronizes the body clock.
Because light from screen devices mimics daytime, it suppresses melatonin, a sleep signal released by darkness. Screen stimulation can delay melatonin release, desynchronizing the body clock. Once disrupted it can effect deep sleep which is how the mind and body heals.

Screen time desensitizes the brain’s reward system.
Gaming releases so much dopamine—the “feel-good” chemical. But when reward pathways are overused, they become less sensitive, and more and more stimulation is needed to experience pleasure. Meanwhile, dopamine is also critical for focus and motivation, so needless to say, even small changes in dopamine sensitivity can wreak havoc on you function.

Screen time induces stress reactions.
Both acute stress (fight-or-flight) and chronic stress produce changes in brain chemistry and hormones that can increase irritability. Indeed, cortisol, the chronic stress hormone, seems to be both a cause and an effect of depression—creating a vicious cycle. Additionally, both hyperarousal and addiction pathways suppress the brain’s frontal lobe, the area where mood regulation actually takes place.

Marijuana gummies on the other hand, have a chill effect, and, thanks to data from BDSA, we also know they are the most popular way people, especially those under 45, consume. So give your body and mind a break and chill on national unplug day with a gummy.

NY Begs Tech Companies To Solve Their Weed Problem

Terry Hacienda

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February 29, 2024

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NY Begs Tech Companies To Solve Their Weed Problem

As New York fails because of their failed marijuana rollout, they are constantly turning to random industries to solve their problems.

New York is an economic engine for the country, from Wall Street to the fashion and media, it sets the pace for the rest of the country. New York City has 18 million people, making it the most populous city in the US. When the state passed recreational cannabis, the industry saw it as a turning point, what they didn’t expect was it for it to be cliff for legal business owners. As it struggles with past mistakes, now NY begs tech companies to solve their weed problem.

Rather than the state fix the problem of over 1,500 unlicensed marijuana dispensaries in New York City alone, the Governor wants other companies to save the city from the mess. To give a sample of the problem, Michigan, which has 1,000 legal medical and recreational stores just hit the $3 billion revenue mark in 2023.

What she doesn’t mention is the states botched rollout as produced only less than 100 legals store across the states, vs the 1,500+ in NYC alone. Now the state is begging Google and Meta to adjust their algorithms and block illegal dispensaries and keep the public from discovering them. Despite you can find shops within blocks of New York’s famed City Hall. This is the latest effort after demanding landlords large and small police their tenents and close the stores if they don’t have the paperwork.

The rollout of NY’s adult-use licensing program was initially delayed by former Gov. Cuomo, who did not select any members of the Cannabis Control Board (CCB) during his tenure. While now Gov. Hochul quickly established the CCB, thus kicking off the adult-use program. At the least possible moment, the states upended the rollout, shocking existing legal medical retailers and disrupting what could have worked. Then unlicensed market was already starting to bloom. While some unlicensed operators continued selling upon legalization, many new operators saw this as a golden opportunity.The states enforcements troopers temporary shutter at least 2-4 stores a week and then issues announcements about their advances with the problems.

The state wants to be a model for equity programs. Illicty shops pay no taxes and have no regulations on merchandise given them a large bottom line.

“Strengthening New York’s equitable cannabis industry and protecting the hard-working small business owners operating in the legal market are top priorities, and the best way to accomplish those goals is by expediting the shutdown of unlicensed shops.” states the Governor at a recent press conference.

New York’s cannabis regulators have collected only $22.5K of the $22M in fines issued to unlicensed stores. If you want to solve the problem, the state should bulk up enforcement and handle the situation, actually issue legal permits to match the market and pause on trying to say they are helpless in stopping the issue.

Marijuana Could Help Women With FOB

Amy Hansen

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February 29, 2024

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With between 38-63% of women dealing with this issue – it seems medical marijuana could help.

Female Orgasmic Disorder (FOB) is something effecting between 38-63% of women at some point. It involves difficulty in achieving orgasm, substantially decreased intensity of orgasm, or both. While with most, it happens occasionally, for FOB it the presence of either of the following symptoms and experienced on almost all or all occasions of sexual activity.There is a marked delay in, marked infrequency of, or absence of orgasm, a markedly reduced intensity of orgasmic sensations, and the symptoms have persisted for a minimum duration of approximately 6 months.

The good news is there are treatments and one of them is available to most in the United States. Yes, medical marijuana can help women with FOB. In studies, marijuana use is associated with improved sexual function among female users. The type and method of consumption does not impact outcomes. A gummy can relax a woman and help overcome the issue.

The body’s natural endocannabinoid system is key in regulating things like pleasure, pain, relaxation and homeostasis. When it is activated by the cannabinoids in cannabis, it can leave users feeling relaxed with increased pleasure and decreased pain.

To highlight the issue, commonality, and acceptance. a committee of the State Medical Board of Ohio voted recently to seek expert opinions on whether medical marijuana could help patients with female orgasmic difficulty disorder. In addition, Illinois, set to meet next month about adding FOD as a qualifying condition, while New Mexico is slated to consider the issue in May, according to organizers at the nonprofit Female Orgasm Research Institute. Connecticut, too, is looking into the addition, the group said, though no meeting date has been set.

If you are working there FOB, starting out with a small amount of cannabis to help with the use. It is recommend smoking or vaping to learn how to use cannabis for this issue. Starting out edibles can hit differently in potency and timing, potentially making for an uncomfortable experience.

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Why Some Don’t Have A High The First Time They Consume Weed

As more people have access to legal marijuana – more first timers are getting a little confused – especially about the high.

Study Finds Key Surprise About Medical Marijuana Patients

Have a long term illness is tough, but data has shown a way to make it less worse

Beer Sales Flatten Thanks To Marijuana

The number three drink in the world is struggling a bit in the land of the maple leaf

How About Marijuana Peeps For Your Basket

Why not take a holiday classic candy and make it even more fun!

Marijuana Makes 70 The New 50

While cannabis isn’t the face of the fountain of youth, your body may feel younger thanks to consuming

Summery Exotic Cocktails For The Last Of Winter

Spring is in sight, but winter still has a hold on the weather – here are some tropical cocktails to give you the summertime feel

Daiquiri

Tequila Sunrise

Barracuda

What Is Taking The DEA So Long To Rescheduling Marijuana

The Biden administration has been slow in fullfilling the last campaign promise of helping the cannabis industry….is the DEA waiting

NY Begs Tech Companies To Solve Their Weed Problem

As New York fails because of their failed marijuana rollout, they are constantly turning to random industries to solve their problems.

Marijuana Could Help Women With FOB

With between 38-63% of women dealing with this issue – it seems medical marijuana could help.

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