Cannabis Can Help You With Stress

Sarah Johns

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September 22, 2023

The world is a bit wacky right now, Marijuana can help you relax and manage you stress.

Government shutdown, election nonsense, the end of summer, the news if full of all sorts of negative information. Plus, autumn is here along with cuffing season, the time of year where many short-term relationships happen. It usually begins in the fall around October and ending in the spring around April—so there’s time to get cuffed and uncuffed. And while a short-term relationship which expires with spring, swimsuits and sunbathing may sound odd, some love it. It provides a cozy atmosphere and cuddle buddy for the long dark months and the holiday season. Cannabis can help you with stress of news, searches and just life in general.

While marijuana can be a great escape mechanism, it can also be a constructive way of grounding yourself in the present and curbing other coping mechanisms that are more harmful.

It can curb your drinking

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Fall starts up many social events with work and family life. The darker evenings give us a free pass to drink earlier every day. While drinking might help you feel better in the short term, marijuana might play a more effective role in the long term, eliminating hangovers, treating your body more kindly and preventing sad drunken episodes. Next time you feel yourself itching to reach for that bottle of wine or that whisky you’ve been saving for a special occasion (the end of the world counts), reach for an edible instead. Your body can tell the difference.

It can help you eat

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If you’re someone who feels anxiety in the pit of your stomach, hindering the desire to eat, marijuana might help; THC, the psychoactive component in marijuana, has been shown to stimulate appetite.

According to a 2015 Yale study, neurons in the brain that are normally involved in suppressing appetite were being tricked by THC. Lead author Tamas Horvath of the study explains it this way:

“It’s like pressing a car’s brakes and accelerating instead. We were surprised to find that the neurons we thought were responsible for shutting down eating, were suddenly being activated and promoting hunger, even when you are full. It fools the brain’s central feeding system.”

The government agrees it is a way to help you overcome anxiety and move toward a normal eating pattern.

It can help you feel more present

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Marijuana is an interesting compound; while it makes a lot of people feel good, it also makes a lot of people feel paranoid. Manage your intake and have a talk with your budtender. As long as you keep an eye on your dosage, you’re likely to avoid bad reactions. Marijuana can help you have engaging conversations with friends, enjoy the outdoors , or help you get lost in a video game, book or movie. When used correctly, it’ll rein in your brain when it feels like going to the doom and gloom place.

If you’ve had bad experiences with marijuana, try to remember what happened that day that triggered it. Was it the strain? Was it your mood? Were you with people who triggered you? Keep in mind these variables whenever you’re planning on toking up and limit your amount of stressors. Start off slow, preferably with something you’ve tried before and increase or experiment as you go.

Manage anxiety

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The right strain and dosage of marijuana can help you relax — something you might be needing after the very intense week we’ve all had. Consider the method of consumption: If you’re having an edible, be patient and eat it during the earlier. If you’re smoking, pace yourself through the night and keep yourself hydrated. The idea is to relax, not to knock yourself out. Unless that’s what you want, in which case, go for it.

Much needed sleep

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Perhaps the most common ailment affecting many of us is insomnia. After a week of staying up and watching the news, it might be difficult to get back to your normal sleep schedule. While marijuana can do a lot of the work for you, another thing you can use to your advantage is devising a sleep routine and avoiding screens while in bed. Difficult, but not impossible. Here are 5 more tips to help you fall asleep faster.

Can CBD Help Treat Dark Circles

Sarah Johns

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September 21, 2023

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CBD creams can be effective with skin-related issues. But can they help those pesky dark circles under your eyes?

Heredity, dehydration, lack of sleep all can lead to those dark circles under your eyes. But one thing is for certain, no matter the cause, dark circles can be frustrating, leaving you looking tired and not your best. So Can CBD help treat dark circle under your eyes?

The benefits of using CBD are well known. Now, the global CBD skin care market size is valued at almost $1 billion in 2022 and is projected to continuing to expand. The growing awareness concerning the benefits of CBD-infused personal care products is expected to create demand as more people want to postpone aging.

CBD is known to possess effective anti-inflammatory properties that help alleviate various symptoms of certain skin conditions. CBD can also help with joint and topical pains. CBD creams react with your skin on the surface level, but they also respond on a deeper level with muscles. It can address a specific issue or be a general relaxant. Since these lotions and creams do not have any THC, they are entirely legal and safe for usage and can be purchased at Amazon, Target, and other major retailers.

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Dark circles occur when the muscles under our eyes are weakened. They can also appear when there is inflammation and fluid build-up directly under our eyes. They can be unpleasant and make people feel less confident. While there are several remedies available to treat dark circles, many traditional ways do not produce the desired results. CBD creams, is another tool in the beauty toolbox. While more research needs to be done, they could help with the unsightly circles.

CBD has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce swelling in localized areas; therefore, these properties of CBD will help deal with bags under the eyes.

When you use CBD cream, you tackle the problem on two fronts. First, the CBD cream will physically react with your skin, and it will revive your skin. Second, when you apply CBD cream, you will get better sleep, which will tackle the root cause of dark circles. CBD has anti-inflammatory properties, and it can drastically reduce the inflammation under your eyes. Not only will the darkness subside, but the inflammation will also go away. When you apply CBD cream under your eyes, you will be able to revive the actual texture of your skin. Dark circles can be problematic and can make you look unprofessional.

The benefits of using CBD creams are more than just treating dark circles. You can also use CBD creams to treat other skin-related issues like acne. It can areeffective in treating other skin-related problems. CBD cream reacts directly with the skin’s surface area, but it also reaches under the surface to treat the underlying causes of the issue.

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Some CBD creams contain several other beneficial elements, such as antioxidants and vitamins. Product containing vitamin A, vitamin E, and vitamin D are all beneficial for your skin’s overall health. They can be part of a regimen to delay symptoms of aging and prevent further damage to your skin.

If you have prominent dark circles under your eyes that make you look grey and dull, you should treat them immediately. Leaving dark circles untreated for a long duration can have long-term negative impacts on your skin. If you already use any other creams to treat dark circles, it would be best to talk to a doctor to ensure that these creams do not interfere with each other.

Crimes Against Cannabis Soars In Seattle

Terry Hacienda

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September 21, 2023

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Crimes Against Cannabis Soars In Seattle

Washington State legalized weed in 2012 and things rolled out slowly but surely. Then things took a rough turni in 2020. Since then, crimes against cannabis has soared in Seattle, causing angst among business owners.

In the summer of 2022, which then Mayor Jenny Durbin refers to as “the summer of love“, the city stood by as protesters looted downtown and took over a major park in a popular neighborhood. The area was a declared a “free zone” and the Mayor allowed protesters to occupy the neighboring police headquarters. A majority of the city council declared the problem was the police and insisted on joining the Defund the Police campaign.

Shortly afterwards, the police chief quit followed by over 600 more officers three years later. Crime has skyrocketed and the downtown is struggling compared to other major cities. Another problem arising from the chaos? Crime against cannabis dispensaries have become very popular, massive smash and grabs in record numbers.

The trend is for groups of 2-6 to steal a Kia and drive it through the storefront. Knowing they have have plenty of time before police arrive, they loot products, hunt for cash and ride off in backup car. Sometimes they hit 2 or 3 dispensaries a night. The damage to the building, lost product and the length of repairs all hits the bottom line for small business owners.

“Washington marijuana shops experienced a dramatic uptick in robberies following the defund the police movement. Adult use weed shops have enjoyed the ability to utilize credit unions and armored car cash pickup since the inception of the industry. It is the anti police political movement that created today’s crisis. Record low police staffing and anti pursuit legislation have been the main causes of pot shop robberies. We’re soft targets for criminals.”

“The ability to accept credit cards would deter armed robberies because we wouldn’t have as much cash on hand. Thieves are going after product and really aren’t getting very much considering the massive costs of rebuilding smashed stores. The remains of the police department are doing what they can. A hindrance are prosecutors and judges who are relatucant to lock up the criminals” shares Ian Eisbenberg, the own of the Uncle Ike’s dispensaries.

The region is consumed with a fentanyl crisis. With four months left in 2023, fatalities so far this year from illicit fentanyl stood Thursday at 704, according to data from Seattle & King CountyPublic Health. It is just eight shy of 2022’s total of 712 fentanyl-involved overdose deaths. In June, a majority of the city council shocked the public by voting against enforcing a state drug law that would have allowed the city to prosecute people for using illegal drugs in public. Smash and grab crimes have only increased since.

City Council member Sara Nelson and Seattle City Attorney Ann Davison have been working to turn the tide of the crime spree, but they have been hamstrung by the existing City Council.

With the local paper, the Seattle Times saying cannabis dispensaries robberies hitting a record high, business owners and consumers are become frustrated.

5 Ways To Become More Empathetic

Maria Loreto

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September 21, 2023

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Empathy is a word that’s thrown out a lot. It’s a word that specifically means to feel something with someone (i.e. put yourself in the other person’s shoes). While pitying someone else’s struggles is easier, understanding their pain is a skill that’s needed in all aspects of life.

According to Psychology Today, empathy is a vital trait for maintaining all sorts of relationships, ranging from friendships to marriages. It’s a trait that takes time, practice and personal growth in order to flourish.

Here are five things you can do in order to become a more empathetic person:

Think of it as a skill

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While there are people who are better at empathy than others, everyone has it in them and it’s never too late to develop it. Make it a conscious decision to try to understand other people and to listen to them without interrupting, even if they’re completely wrong.

Don’t focus on the positive stuff

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If someone is coming towards you with a personal experience that has hurt them, avoid looking for the silver lining. While it might make you feel better to be positive, this habit erases people’s feelings and invalidates their struggles. While listening to someone discuss an awful situation is hard and uncomfortable, it might just be what that person needs.

Have contact with people that are different than you

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If you surround yourself with like minded people you’ll have a hard time exercising your empathy. Go out of your way to have conversations with people who think and act differently than you. Commit yourself to listening to others and to trying to understand their position. It’s also important to know that understanding someone and having empathy for them doesn’t mean that you have to agree with them or condone their actions.

Don’t try to one up people

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Human beings are self-centered by nature but it’s important to rein in this impulse when you’re trying to be empathetic. If someone is telling you something sad that happened to them don’t pitch in with a darker story of your own. When people open up and are vulnerable, they’re expecting you to listen. There’s no need for you to become the protagonist of this conversation.

Be kind to yourself

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Forgive yourself when you can’t understand some people’s thoughts or when you’re unable to suffer through their losses. Mashable reports that people who punish themselves over feelings of guilt can diminish their desire for helping and listening to others in the long run. In order to sustain high levels of empathy, it’s important to ground yourself in your reality and to manage your emotions.

Data Shows How THC Affects Driving

Maria Loreto

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September 21, 2023

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Consuming cannabis before getting behind the wheel is never a good idea, but just how much influence does it have on our driving?

With recreational marijuana in 24 states and medical marijuana in 40, legal cannabis is widely available. Now data shows how THC affects driving thanks to a landmark study. It includes CBD and provides sound guidelines for consumers before they get behind the wheel of a car.

suggests that low doses of CBD don’t have an influence on people’s capabilities to drive. It also found that while THC is capable of impairing drivers, the effects wear off within a period of four hours.

The study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, is the first to analyze the impact CBD has on driving, while also providing more information as to how THC affects us behind the wheel.

“These findings indicate for the first time that CBD, when given without THC, does not affect a subject’s ability to drive. That’s great news for those using or considering treatment using CBD-based products,” said the study’s lead author Dr. Thomas Arkell.

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Researchers examined 26 healthy adults who were given four different types of inhaled vaporized cannabis at random. The cannabis administered was made up of different mixes of THC, CBD and placebo cannabis, with no active components. These volunteers were then asked to go on a drive for about an hour in a public highway, under controlled but realistic conditions, driving a dual control car alongside a driving instructor. Participants had to go on two separate drives, one done after 40 minutes of having consumed and the other four hours after consumption.

Results revealed that subjects who consumed strains comprised of pure CBD were not impaired at any time while driving. Subjects who consumed strains made up of CBD and THC or pure THC, however, experienced mild impairment on their first drive, 40 minutes after consuming it. When these subjects went on their second drive, four hours after consumption, there was no noticeable impairment.

“With cannabis laws changing globally, jurisdictions are grappling with the issue of cannabis-impaired driving. These results provide much needed insights into the magnitude and duration of impairment caused by different types of cannabis and can help to guide road-safety policy not just in Australia but around the world,” said Dr. Arkell.

Driving while under the influence of THC has been a much discussed topic. Industry manufacturers are working on devices capable of measuring THC intoxication, but the technology isn’t there. In the meantime, more information and studies are needed in order to learn about the subject, to correctly measure the amount of THC that’s in person and to provide guidance in how to handle them if they’re caught driving.

Are Nutella and Marijuana the perfect combination

Sarah Johns

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September 20, 2023

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Are Nutella and Marijuana the perfect combination

Nutella is all the rage, especially on college campuses. It is one of the most popular spreads in the world. The manufacturer, Ferrero, uses over a quarter of the world’s supply of hazelnuts. Considering the decadence of the flavor and creamy goodness, it is a true treat. So, are Nutella and marijuana the perfect combination?

You can not say Nutella is nutritious, but it does supply some key vitamins and minerals needed for good health. The hazelnut content can boost the health of your heart if eaten moderately because of the sugar and high fat content.

It is the fat content which allows it to mix well with cannabis oil and to deliver the best experience. Omega-3 fatty acids found in nuts and can enhance the high of THC edibles. These healthy fats bind to the cannabinoid receptors in our brains and help THC pass through the blood-brain barrier quicker. This can help your Nutella treat hit faster and last longer.

Marijuana Nutella – Quick & Easy

Ingredients

Store bought Nutella
Cannabis infused oil

Instructions

Place Nutella in a mixing bowl.

Fold and stir in one dose of cannabis oil for each serving of Nutella. You want to mix it in until it has been evenly disrupted and melded into the chocolate.

Store in the fridge, spread on toast, or just eat it from the container!

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The ancestor of Nutella started with Napoleon. In his war with the British, he led a continental blockade causing the cost of chocolate to skyrocket. Italian chocolatiers in Turin, Italy began adding chopped hazelnuts to chocolate to make supplies last as long as possible. This delicious paste was then dubbed ‘gianduia’.

Chocolate became expensive once more due to rationing in Europe during World War II. It was then that Pietro Ferrero, an Italian pastry maker, turned to the hazelnut for salvation again. In 1946, he created Pasta Gianduja, which was renamed ‘Nutella’ in 1964. Its popularity is undeniable, with one jar sold every 2.5 seconds across the world.,

The success of Nutella has made the Ferrero family one of the richest in Italy. The company also makes Kinder Chocolate and Ferrero Rocher.

How Sativa Became The Energy Queen Of Cannabis

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David Hodes

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September 20, 2023

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How Sativa Became The Energy Queen Of Cannabis

Common wisdom about cannabis enthusiasts is they don’t have any common wisdom. The stereotype of the drooling guy “on” cannabis sitting in his parent’s basement playing video games for hours or Instagrammig nonstop is what many of the non consumer imagine to be true.

In fact, consuming cannabis—especially certain sativa strains—has quickly become the best way to energize getting chores done. Every busy chore hustler knows that choosing the right CBD/THC sativa combination, with the right terpene profile, can do the trick.

Strains are generally carefully cultivated for their energizing effects.

For example, according to Humboldt County Emerald Farms, there are four strains used to create AK-47: Colombia (sativa), Mexico (sativa), Thai (sativa) and Afghanistan (indica). The strain has a strong skunky sour, earthy scent, peppered with hints of pine, sage, sandalwood, and some light citrus. Smoking the bud creates an energizing type of euphoria.

The sativa-dominant Silver Haze began with the Haze variety that was popular in the early 1980s. Since then, Haze characteristics have been prized by cannabis users and growers around the world. Silver Haze was the first to create a space-efficient Haze variety that can grow fast and produce a high yield.

Amsterdam-based Sensi Seeds, the world’s largest cannabis seedbank with over 500 varieties, crossed Haze and Northern Lights strains to produce this high potency Sativa strain.

Other strains featuring Silver Haze genetics include Lemon Haze (Silver Haze plus Lemon Skunk); and Silver Dog (Silver Haze plus Chemdog).

Sativa cannabis strains are relatively easy to pick out in cultivation operations. They are characterized by a taller stature, slender-bladed leaves, a more open bud structure which often grows in a distinct spiral formation around the branches, and a lighter green color. All sativa cannabis strains are native to the tropical regions, where the long hot summers caused them to develop a longer flowering time than varieties from harsher climates.

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The scientific name cannabis sativa was first published in 1753 by the Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus who is known today as the father of modern taxonomy, which is the science of classifying organisms. The term sativa simply means “cultivated” and describes the common hemp plant grown widely across Europe in his time.

But how it got to mean a version of the cannabis plant that gets you energized is one of those head-scratching botanical genetics mysteries that always surround this wonderful and complex plant.

In fact, studies show that the sativa strain of cannabis, which is really low-THC hemp, is more similar to cannabis indica—and that, even though there is a “moderate correlation between the genetic structure of marijuana strains and their reported C. Sativa and C. Indica ancestry,” cannabis strain names often do not reflect a “meaningful genetic identity.”

The sativa strain you see in your favorite dispensary is pretty much a human engineered phenomenon—or mutant, if you like—created over thousands of years of human breeding and cross breeding, and still being tweaked today.

Okay, so all that science-y stuff probably elicits a simple shoulder shrug pause of reflection for most cannabis enthusiasts, who just want to know what they should consume before attacking their to-do list.

Best bet? Ask a budtender. They get the. question all the time because, well, there is no perfect answer. And if you stress out about it, chill with a kinder, gentler, indica strain—which gives you the so-called “in the couch” effect of cannabis strains—and doesn’t have all of sativa’s annoying lineage and genetics baggage.

Healthy Behaviors Making You Feel Exhausted

Maria Loreto

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September 20, 2023

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Healthy Behaviors Making You Feel Exhausted

A lifestyle with plenty of workouts and mindful eating can also result in you feeling tired. Here are some things that might be triggering this response.

Living a “healthy” lifestyle can be rewarding, but also downright exhausting. In order to live your best life, it’s important for us to find the right balance, giving ourselves breaks and not adhering to things obsessively.

While you may be doing everything right — working out consistently, sleeping for eight hours each night, eating plenty of veggies and healthy foods — you may still find yourself exhausted. CNN compiled a list of healthy behaviors that can be exhausting and even harmful when approached too strictly. Here are 5 of the most important ones:

Cutting all carbs

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Carbs tend to be associated with lots of calories, and are usually the first thing to go when following a diet. While some carbs contain a lot of calories, they’re also helpful in keeping you hydrated and energized. “For every gram of carbohydrate stored in the body, there is approximately 2 to 3 grams of water retained,” explained dietitian Elizabeth DeRobertis. Water retention is pivotal for staying energized, which is why it’s important to keep consuming carbs that are rich in fibers, like fruits, veggies and grains. And if you didn’t already know, refined carbs, such as pizza crust, white bread and chips are not the same as oatmeal, quinoa and whole grain pastas. One carb will drain your energy, while the other will nourish you. Can you guess which is which?

Eating too many carbs

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The opposite is also true: eating too many carbs can make people feel lethargic and sluggish, even when talking about the healthy variety. These elements tend to convert to sugar once digested, prompting our bodies to produce more insulin, leaving you feeling tired even if what you ate was a mix of fruit, beans, and other healthy carbs.

Food is a trial and error process; when consuming new foods or new combinations, keep an eye on how you feel afterward.

Eating an incomplete diet

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Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian or carnivore, you may not be getting enough vitamins and minerals. While many people think it’s mainly vegans and vegetarians who lack iron and B12, the truth is, lots of people have issues absorbing these nutrients. Since B12 is naturally found in soil (not meat), it’s a good idea to supplement if you think you may be deficient. Likewise, people who eat a high meat diet can still be deficient in iron. If you’re feeling not great, go get a blood test to find out if you’re lacking any vitamins, and supplement where necessary.

Working out too much

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If you’re embracing a new lifestyle that includes tons of workouts, you might also be feeling exhausted for a variety of reasons. Maybe you’re working out too much or you’re not consuming the necessary amount of calories to support your day-to-day activity. Keep an eye on how you feel and consider cutting down on your workouts or eating more carbs if you feel like your body is not feeling rested and comfortable.

Eliminating too many calories

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Fasting and cutting down on meals and snacks can impact how you feel on a daily basis. Instead of feeling hunger, you can also experience a lot of sleepiness and exhaustion. If you tend to feel sluggish at a certain time of day, try eating a healthy snack, with sufficient carbs, protein and fiber, and monitor how you feel afterwards. This close monitoring of your body may be taxing at first, but it’ll help you better understand how your body works and how to create a diet and lifestyle that’s personal to you, giving you the results you need. It’s still important to eat when you’re hungry to keep that metabolism revved up.

John Fetterman Changes Senate, Now SAFE Banking

Terry Hacienda

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September 19, 2023

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John Fetterman Changes Senate, Now SAFE Banking

Fetterman is committed to legalizing marijuana. Does his recent small change of Senate rules show he can get it done?

John Fetterman (D-PA) is a man to be noticed in the United States Senate. Standing 6’8″, he towers over most other people and his quirky way of dressing in shorts and hoodie is a sharp contrast to the suits around him. Vocal, tough and unabashed, he tells it like it is. And one of the things he shares is marijuana should be legal, and has needled the President and his administration. Now it is seems John Fetterman has encouraged a different change in the Senate. Maybe he can use his influence with Schumer to get SAFE Banking passed.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) directed the Senate’s Sergeant at Arms to no longer enforce the chamber’s informal dress code for its members. The new directive will allow Sen. Fetterman who perfers his dress code over the business attire traditionally required in the chamber.

With Schumer stepping out and changing a long standing tradition for him, maybe Fetterman can use his good will and clout for the cannabis industry. Fetterman has been a proponent of legal marijuana for years. In one of his campaign videos, he explains he was one of the first politicians to voice his support for the drug. “And now years later, I renew that same call for any number of reasons, but most importantly, for the criminal justice aspect of it,” he said.

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Reaction to the dress code change has been surprise and disappointment as a bar for decorum has been dropped and the dress code is now no different than a local gas station.

Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine, who only recently came around to legal marijuana, is disappointed. She argues the relaxed rules debase the institution of the Senate. “I plan to wear a bikini tomorrow to the Senate floor,” Collins joked. Collins has signed on to the SAFE Banking since legal cannabis in Maine has become a key industry and government revenue.

Fetterman could use his influence with the SAFE Banking Act. Having passed the House 7 times it is a Ground Hog Day of failure in the Senate. It was announced today he Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act of 2023 (S. 1323/H.R. 2891) will be moving forward in the U.S. Senate, according to the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The committee confirmed Sept. 19 that the SAFE Banking Act is scheduled for in-person markup Sept. 27.

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Fetterman released a statement during his campaign, urging Biden to deschedule marijuana. Now is his opportunity to push a a change increase state revenues, leaning into public safety and growing jobs around the country. It seems Biden was not pleased.

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Fetterman has been a proponent of legal marijuana through his entire run for office. In one of his campaign videos, he explains he was one of the first politicians to voice his support for the drug. “And now five years later, I renew that same call for any number of reasons, but most importantly, for the criminal justice aspect of it,” he said.

With the relaxing rules, maybe now he can track down senators from legal weed states like Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) to sign on as co-sponsors and whip for votes.

Drinking This Can Make Your Heart Happy

Maria Loreto

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September 19, 2023

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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., and is heavily impacted by what we eat and drink.

Heart disease has the unfortunate distinction of being the leading cause of death in both men and women in the United States. The condition envelops a variety of diseases that range from strokes to high blood pressure. But factoring in this particular drink into your lifestyle can reduce your odds of having a stroke, at least according to a study.

The study from the European Society of Cardiology found that drinking up to three cups of coffee a day can lower your risk of having a stroke. The study’s authors wanted to analyze the link between coffee intake and cases of heart attacks, strokes, and more, following 468,629 participants and their coffee drinking habits for a period of 11 years. It’s one of the largest studies conducted on the effect of coffee and heart health.

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Researchers adjusted for factors like gender, weight, age, and more, and divided subjects into three groups: people who never drank coffee, people who drank one-half to three cups of coffee a day, and people who drank more than three cups a day.

Results showed that moderate coffee drinkers were better off than the rest. They had 17 percent lower risk of death from heart disease and 21 percent less risk of having a stroke when compared to non-coffee drinkers. “Our findings suggest that coffee consumption of up to three cups per day is associated with favorable cardiovascular outcomes,” said Judit Simon, one of the study’s authors.

This study isn’t the first to find a connection between heart health and coffee consumption. Despite coffee being associated with symptoms like sleeplessness and heart palpitations, there’s no clear evidence that suggests coffee is bad for you. New studies show that moderate consumption of coffee can be positive for your heart health, especially when paired with a healthy diet and lifestyle.

Coffee has long been associated with health benefits such as reducing the odds of developing cancer, reducing risks of liver disease, and more. The key has always been moderation since we know that high percentages of caffeine will interrupt your sleep and promote discomfort, at least short term.

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Cannabis Can Help You With Stress

The world is a bit wacky right now, Marijuana can help you relax and manage you stress.

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It can help you feel more present

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Can CBD Help Treat Dark Circles

CBD creams can be effective with skin-related issues. But can they help those pesky dark circles under your eyes?

Crimes Against Cannabis Soars In Seattle

5 Ways To Become More Empathetic

Think of it as a skill

Don’t focus on the positive stuff

Have contact with people that are different than you

Don’t try to one up people

Be kind to yourself

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Consuming cannabis before getting behind the wheel is never a good idea, but just how much influence does it have on our driving?

Are Nutella and Marijuana the perfect combination

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How Sativa Became The Energy Queen Of Cannabis

Healthy Behaviors Making You Feel Exhausted

A lifestyle with plenty of workouts and mindful eating can also result in you feeling tired. Here are some things that might be triggering this response.

Cutting all carbs

Eating too many carbs

Eating an incomplete diet

Working out too much

Eliminating too many calories

John Fetterman Changes Senate, Now SAFE Banking

Fetterman is committed to legalizing marijuana. Does his recent small change of Senate rules show he can get it done?

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Drinking This Can Make Your Heart Happy

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., and is heavily impacted by what we eat and drink.

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