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Hops Cross-Pollinated By Cannabis Make For Legal CBD

Mary Schumacher
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Hops Cross-Pollinated By Cannabis Make For Legal CBD

Though they’re not the hops used to make beer, the specisis humulus yunnanensis, native to Southern China, is garnering a lot of attention right now. Originally due to cross-pollination with wild cannabis plants, these hops took some cannabinoids into their working systems, including CBD. Dr. Bomi Joseph selectively bred the found plants for maximum CBD production and said derivative is called ImmunAG.  So it seems hops cross-pollinated by cannabis make for legal CBD.

Medical Marijuana, Inc. and Peak Health have now partnered to dispense this unique hops-derived CBD oil through Medical Marijuana, Inc.’s subsidary HempMedsⓇ. Ironically, this non-cannabis based cannabinoid is being exclusively distributed by Medical Marijuana, Inc. as Real Scientific Humulus or RSHO, one deceptive letter away from the whole plant cannabis extract RSO a.k.a. Rick Simpson Oil.

Because the CBD is harvested from a hops plant and the cannabinoids that cross-pollinated did not include THC, the psychoactive component is completely absent, meaning that there is no risk that the CBD extraction will go over the .3 percent THC limit required by law to be considered hemp – and now hop – derived.

Dr. Stuart Titus, CEO of Medical Marijuana, Inc. has stated his belief that the, “non-cannabis based product will not only provide new evidence of the benefits of CBD, but will also help people understand the value of phytoceuticals. We also look to introduce and educate people/consumers on the new concept of ‘bioactivity’ into CBD’s potential health and wellness benefits.”

Phytoceuticals are plant derived and though they are not considered necessary for human existence, they are believed to have health benefits and properties. CBD has gained that sort of reputation for itself as of late, especially for its reported anti-inflammatory properties. When paired with a miniscule amount of THC, however, an entourage effect occurs that is commonly thought to greatly magnify the benefits and usages of CBD.

It remains to be seen if Medical Marijuana, Inc., which is also the first publicly traded cannabis entity in the U.S., made a brilliant decision in this federal legal workaround or if the majority of people will reject the idea of non-cannabis derived cannabinoids. At the very least, studies into the benefits of the hops derived CBD won’t have to jump through so many hoops to get approval and funding.

Here’s Why Your Phone Battery Dies So Fast

Steve W Martin
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Here’s Why Your Phone Battery Dies So Fast

Why do batteries die? And, why can they only be recharged so many times before they won’t hold a useful amount of charge? My young son asked me about that years ago when his battery-powered toy car stopped moving, wondering about what he called an “everlasting battery.” And this same question has probably crossed the mind of every cellphone user trying to send one last text before the screen blinks off.

Research, like mine, continues around the world to make batteries that charge faster, last longer, and can be recharged and discharged many more times than today’s. But as much as you and I would like, it’s impossible to make a truly everlasting battery. I have taught thermodynamics for more than 30 years. So far, there is nothing that suggests we can break the fundamental laws of science to get that elusive battery.

Battery scientists and engineers call the main problem “capacity fade.” Regular people wonder about it with questions like “Why won’t my battery hold a charge?” and complaints like “I just recharged this thing and it’s already out again!”

It’s a result of the second law of thermodynamics, which states that whenever some real process happens, it creates a certain amount of wasted energy along the way that can never be recovered. Any time a battery is charged or discharged, there’s a little bit of wasted energy – a little bit of wasted capacity in the battery that cannot be recovered.

To envision how this works, think about battery use like transferring water between two cups. Using a battery is like emptying the water from one cup into the other, and charging the battery involves pouring the water back into the first cup. Even if you do it one or two times without spilling a drop, there’s always just a little tiny bit left in each cup that you can’t pour out.


Now imagine pouring back and forth hundreds or even thousands of times over a period of two or three years (for a cellphone battery) or 10 to 20 years (for an electric car). Over time, all the thousands of little and big things that go wrong add up to quite a bit of water going missing. Even spilling a barely visible drop – say one-tenth of a milliliter – adds up to an entire liter if it happens 10,000 times. That doesn’t even include the possibility of one cup failing in some way that loses even more water – like springing a leak or heating up and causing evaporation.

Just as water inevitably goes missing when pouring from one cup to another, more energy is required to charge the battery than it actually stores, and less energy comes out than is stored in it. The proportion of wasted energy to stored energy grows over time.

In fact, the more you use a battery, the more energy gets wasted, and the sooner the battery will reach a point where it’s dead and can’t usefully be recharged. I and others are studying ways to have those discharging-recharging cycles run more smoothly to reduce the amount of waste, but the second law of thermodynamics will always make sure that there’s no way to get rid of it entirely.

Steve W. Martin, Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, Iowa State University

This article was originally published on The Conversation. 

Jay Brown Joins Weed Company MedMen

Brendan Bures
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Jay Brown Joins Weed Company MedMen

Though it shouldn’t come as a surprise by now, the music business sure loves the cannabis industry. From the myriad of rappers and music executives who have tipped their toes into the marijuana money pool, it seems that everyone is eager to embrace the financial possibilities of going green.  Now Jay Brown joins weed company Medmen.

Yes, According to Variety, the latest figure to add his name to list is Jay Brown, the co-founder and CEO of Roc Nation, a.k.a. the record label Jay-Z started. Brown, a 20-year music veteran, will join the Board of Directors at MedMen, the biggest brand name in marijuana retail stores that often receives comparison to Apple or Starbucks. Adam Biernan, co-founder and CEO of MedMen, announced that Brown’s arrival will match the company’s approach to selling marijuana.

“Marijuana today is less about smoking a joint, and much more about culture,” Biernan said. “It is about healthier, safer choices for mind and body, and community. For more than two decades, Jay Brown has had his finger on the pulse of pop culture. We are honored to have him on our Board and look forward to working with him as MedMen continues on its mission to mainstream marijuana.”

Make no mistake — this is a huge boon for MedMen. Brown ‘s partner at Roc Nation is Jay-Z, and together they’ve developed the superstar careers of Rihanna, J. Cole, and DJ Khaled. His move copies those of other music icons like Willie Nelson, Snoop Dogg, and Melissa Etheridge in finding a foothold within the cannabis industry.

“Over the years, I’ve met great talent and passionate people who helped shape our view of the world through music,” Brown said. “I see that same intensity in today’s emerging cannabis industry and MedMen is definitely at the head of the pack. I believe in their mission and I believe in their ability to execute.”

Whatever specific opportunities this will open for MedMen and Roc Nation remain to be seen, but the cannabis company is surely celebrating its connection to one of the biggest record labels in hip-hop music.

Kate Middleton And Prince William’s Go-To Takeout Food Revealed

Amy Hansen
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Kate Middleton And Prince William’s Go-To Takeout Food Revealed

Take-out and Royal Palace don’t usually go together, but we all have to remember that Prince William and Duchess Kate are just like us, at least when it comes to our craving for delivery. And when the take-out containers call, there is one food the couple can’t get enough of.

Last April, the couple sat down for an interview with BBC Radio 1 and Kate was quick to jump in when asked if they’re allowed to order take away. “Absolutely!,” said Kate.

“Yes, definitely, it’s very important,” said William, of the couple’s need for quick food now and then.

And what do they prefer? “Curry!” said Kate.

“It’s a real conundrum when it comes to pizza, curry or Chinese,” said Will.

But whatever is ordered, it can’t be too spicy. Nope. Will is not having it.

“Yeah I’m not so good with the spicy food actually,” he admitted. “I’m not good with spice.”

The obvious next question arose: who on earth would believe that a take-out order is going to the palace?

“It doesn’t usually get ordered to the palace,” said William. “We tend to go and pick it up. Not ourselves, but yeah.”

Some other tidbits of not: the couple watches “Homeland” and “Game of Thrones.” And in a fight between William and Harry, Will said, “It’s clearly obvious. Me. Because I’m bigger.”

Pennsylvania Rep. Aims To Free Pot Prisoners In Social Reform Push

Mary Schumacher
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Pennsylvania Rep. Aims To Free Pot Prisoners In Social Reform Push

The legislation he plans to introduce will expunge criminal records and release those jailed who otherwise would not be under the proposed new law.

“This is an idea whose time has come,” stated Pennsylvania State Rep. Jake Wheatley while addressing the issue of adult-use cannabis. As the green tide washes over the nation, Wheatley wants his state to be there at the cutting edge and the on right side of history.

The legislation he plans to introduce will expunge criminal records and release those jailed who otherwise would not be under the proposed new law. This would be a giant leap toward social justice and would change the lives of many who have been prosecuted for the plant.

Though social reform is high on the Rep.’s list of reasons to legalize, it’s not the only one. A recent report by the state auditor predicted that cannabis could rake in $580 million dollars in tax revenue annually. Those are moneys that can also be used for the betterment of the state.

“States from coast to coast have embraced legalization and those states are reaping the economic and criminal justice benefits,” Wheatley also said. “It is time Pennsylvania joins with those states in leaving behind the ugly stigma of marijuana.”

There are currently nine states plus the District of Columbia with recreational cannabis laws and dozens more with medicinal laws. The ugly stigma that weed’s carried for so many years is most certainly falling away from the general public’s eyes and hearts. Though there are still those at the top, making federal laws, who think that cannabis is a gateway drug or otherwise harmful.

Education, facts such as there never being a recorded death due to cannabis, and the proof in the pudding: those who imbibe pot aren’t just everywhere, they’re everyday people just trying to live their best lives, all have fallen on deaf ears when it comes to drug war warriors, who just can’t seem to put down the torch.

Public opinion, on the other hand, carries a lot of sway in politics and at this point, according to Gallup, support for legalizing cannabis is at an all time high, with the latest figure they have putting approval rating for adult use at 64 percent. That’s nine points up from just last year and a definite majority.

Though Wheatley is proud and glad that his constituents have access to medical marijuana, at the least those most in need, he’s ready to take the next step, “The time has come for Pennsylvania to move forward with full legalization,” he said, and we couldn’t agree more.

Here’s The Scoop On Medical Marijuana For Autism Treatment

Trey Reckling
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Here’s The Scoop On Medical Marijuana For Autism Treatment

Individual success stories are not enough to base a medical theory upon, especially when it involves children. However, strong anecdotal stories and some early research into using medical marijuana to help their autistic children is causing a stir. Not to mislead here, there is no significant research about symptoms of autism being treated by cannabis. Well, “not yet” some may say.

Autism, more specifically referred to as autism spectrum disorder, ASD, is a range of symptoms and degrees of disability. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder, related to the growth and development of the brain. Typical symptoms are impaired communication and social interactions as well as singularly focused or repetitive behaviors. As many as one in 68 American children are diagnosed with ASD. Boys are five times more likely to be diagnosed.

Autism is believed to be caused by a mix of genetic and environmental factors. There is no known cure.  Parents typically help the child through speech therapies and behavior interventions. One type of behavior training, discrete trial training, includes behavioral prompts, modeling and positive reinforcement for several hours a day. Research has shown that it can have profound affect for children under five years old. 

Some advocate for a better understanding of autism culture, respect for neurodiversity and a focus on teaching coping skills over imitation of neurotypical people.

Because this is a brain disorder affecting the processing of information, some scientists believe that manipulating cannabinoids, the active chemicals in marijuana, could have positive effect. CB2 receptors, our innate or endogenous receiver of cannabinoids and are distributed throughout the body.

Researchers found protein levels of CB2 were to be much higher in autistic children, concluding “our data indicate CB2 receptor as potential therapeutic target for the pharmacological management of the autism care.”

Another finding from researchers from California and France, showed that increasing cannabinoid transmitters in the brain can help correct issues related to the most common genetic cause of autism. 

As has been seen for other conditions, there are passionate parents and advocates who are not willing to wait for research. Families have claimed that some children have experienced significant reduction in symptoms such as self-harming behavior, eating disorders and anxiety. Some have even taken great legal risks to conduct these at home experiments in hope of helping their kids lead a healthier, happier life.

Grassroots advocates like Mothers Advocating Medical Marijuana for Autism and individuals like Mieko Hester-Perez, who has gained some notoriety for her success story in treating her autistic son with cannabis, are excellent examples. They tell compelling stories of dramatic, life altering changes due to the herb. They stand ready to challenge the status quo and advocate for access to medical marijuana while calling for additional research.

This is promise for some connection, but there are no studies to point to with big data that would infer that marijuana will be a game changer. No state currently lists autism spectrum disorder as a qualifying condition to use cannabis. Is there a proven connection between marijuana and autism spectrum disorder? Some would say simply, “not yet.”

Tesla Released $1,500 Surfboards And They Sold Out Immediately

Maria Loreto
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Tesla Released $1,500 Surfboards And They Sold Out Immediately

No matter how annoying Elon Musk is and how many people rush to say they hate him, he’s still doing fine. His penchant for backing the most random products is documented: flamethrowers, Boring Company hats, and more. This past Saturday his company Tesla, which specializes in making and selling cars, released surfboards that cost $1,500. Obviously, because they’re so necessary, they sold out immediately. Who could ever live without their Tesla surfboard?

There were only 200 of these surfboards available, which contain materials that appear on Tesla’s car and are all reinforced with carbon fiber. They also promise to transform you into a really amazing surfer, just because their base price is $1,500.

Even though a surfboard is amongst the most random products Tesla has ever produced, the company is known for selling different sorts of merchandise such as hats, shirts, and functioning cars for kids. Seriously.

According to The Verge, the board was designed in collaboration with Lost Surfboards and Matt Biolos, co-founder of Mayhem, a surfing company based in California. The surfboard’s description says that its designed to perfectly fit on the inside or outside of your Tesla Model S, X, and 3. Even though the surfboards were available temporarily, some have made their way onto eBay, with their prices ranging between $2,000 and $5,000.

What To Do And Who To See In NYC’s Booming Cannabis Scene

Danielle Guercio
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What To Do And Who To See In NYC’s Booming Cannabis Scene

Despite being decriminalized since the mid-’70s, New York City is still a place where almost 100 people per day are arrested for cannabis related charges. This unfortunate reality has, in the past, curtailed the development of social and professional cannabis environments from taking hold. But in today’s climate, cannabis is a booming opportunity and there seems to be no stopping it.

NYC is one of the world’s economic hubs and cannabis is poised to be the next big business sector, so these world are colliding in ways large and small. Organizers are hosting everything from educational seminars to secret consumption events and more.

Here’s who to follow and what to check out in New York’s blooming cannabis scene:

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If you’re craving education and professional networking, Revel pops up quarterly at the Galvanize Space in SoHo for a double duty seminar and mixer. In July’s installation, speakers included UCLA Cannabis Research Initiative Director Jeffrey Chen, MD and Papa & Barcley topicals representatives, led by Adrian Farquharson Chief Creative Officer of Mary Mag.

Information sharing is the basis of these events, and you can meet not only the educators sharing their vital knowledge, but local and national CBD and cannabis ancillary businesses.

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Breaking The Grass Ceiling was a one-off, but from a group of women who regularly collaborate on community enriching, fun cannabis based events and discussions, so look out for their next sesh. Hosted at Lucas Lucas Gallery in Williamsburg by Shaw Shop with a marketplace including Aurora Elixirs, P.U.S.S.Y.W.E.E.D, Tonic CBD, and Yew Yew ceramic smokeware, a mostly woman crowd took place in a quick but powerful reiki sound bath led by Christina Lovely before diving in.

The panel was led by Humble Bloom co-founder Solonje Burnett Loucas; Brittany Carbone, founder and CEO of Tonic CBD; Amanda Reyes, Board President of the Cannabis Cultural Association; Keira Duarte Marketing Manager of Mary Magazine; and Safon Floyd, cofounder and Chief Content Officer of Estrohaze. Everyone involved spoke with intention and valuable insight, especially for the many white women in the room. The space held a great conversation about the harm the war on drugs has waged on communities of color, and how the cannabis industry must center progress and resources that aid PoC entrepreneurs, especially when they are women or gender nonconforming.

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Looking for a more “hands on” event? Try CBD sprinkled yoga, which you have two chances to catch in August. HealHaus and Cannaclusive are coming together on August 5th for Fly Hi Vibes, a super relaxing yoga class paired with a killer gift bag — the value is real! Tiffany Moore will be leading the class and you can get some knowledge in the CBD smarts portion of the workshop while getting a peek at one of Brooklyn’s most exciting new wellness spaces.

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Later in the month, join Out-Dorz instructor Lauren Hawkins and Reiki practitioner Christina Lovely for a rooftop yoga, reiki and CBD infused sunset session, followed by free BBQ. Happening on August 29th in Brooklyn you can check the new CBD sunscreen and body butter from Out-Dorz while manifesting the best rest of 2018 you can.

While things are CBD and networking focused right now, NYC is ready and waiting for the big time industry and growth in cannabis. Until legal cannabis with THC comes to New York, You have to do a bit deeper searching for consumption events, but they are most certainly happening, and with a greater frequency than ever. Since we don’t want to narc on anyone, you’ll just have to do your own research for now.

Is Cannabis Gaining A Foothold With Mormons?

Mary Schumacher
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Is Cannabis Gaining A Foothold With Mormons?

Utah is voting on medical marijuana this coming November and it’s creating a riff in the Mormon community. Proposition 2 is a bold move in the state whose capital is Salt Lake City, centered around Temple Square, the heartbeat of the Mormon church and the site of their majestic temple and tabernacle. In the Mormon faith, cannabis is yet frowned upon.

However, supporters of the proposition, some of whom are Mormon, argue that the benefits of the plant outweigh its legality stigma at this point. Children with epilepsy are being treated already and on another note, the opioid epidemic is raging in Utah. Cannabis has become known as an exit drug for opiates, which not only kill, but come with a slew of uncomfortable and damaging side effects, like constipation and lethargy.

Cannabis is a known analgesic and is also a soothing medicine that helps mitigate not only pain, but the obsessive thoughts that can come with it. Cannabis works on so many levels because of the myriad of cannabinoids that make up its medicinal properties and our bodies’ endocannabinoid systems which are always at the ready to receive them.

Though Mormon church heads stayed quiet on the issue of cannabis, at least publically, for a time, they recently made their views known, as in “just say no,” and backed up the stance with a memo from anti-cannabis doctors in the state, who are against the measure to legalize medical marijuana.

Those are the heads of church, though, and there must be a good many Mormons who believe in the benefits of the plant, while still believing in their religion. While over 60 percent of the state is Mormon, 66 percent of residents polled were in favor of legalizing pot for medicinal use. Though it is a drop from an earlier poll where 76 percent “somewhat or strongly supported the measure,” it’s still encouraging.

The numbers reflect another reality in Utah: while over 60 percent of the population identify as Mormon, that’s the extent of it for many. Not all who consider themselves members of The Church of Latter-day Saints are active practitioners and thus many have some less stringent opinions on matters like medicinal marijuana. Especially with the tide of the nation turning in that direction for a myriad of reasons, not the least of which is helping children, the elderly and the infirmed.

The “Word of Wisdom” is the Mormon’s doctrine regarding health, and while it doesn’t mention cannabis specifically, it does warn off any illegal drugs. As weed remains illegal at the federal level and still at the state level in Utah, it is still not allowed for parishioners, but perhaps as laws change, proofs continue to emerge and the state possibly legalizes, the church will also loosen its stance.

WATCH: This Giant 3-Foot Wasp’s Nest Will Make You Cry

Amy Hansen
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WATCH: This Giant 3-Foot Wasp’s Nest Will Make You Cry

A video is making the rounds of a pest control guy discovering a giant wasp’s nest in a client’s garage. In the video, you can hear pest control expert Shane Jones say, “We have here, a monster!”

Without using gloves, Jones opens a cupboard inside the garage only to discover a three-foot next housing thousands of angry wasps. He says he’s wasp season started earlier this year, which gave the pests more time to build the nest. Jones says wasp queens were able to hibernate longer this year, because of the lack of warm weather at the beginning of spring.

Jones says the nest was so “humongous” that even after it was removed, it was still too big to fit in a garbage bag. Watch it all unfold here.

For the record, there are a few DIY options to get rid of wasps. There’s an all-natural repellant you can use that is nothing more than water and peppermint oil. Combine 1 Tbsp of peppermint oil and 4 cups of water and add to a spray bottle. Spray directly onto wasp’s next, preferably when they’re asleep or groggy, like at night or early in the morning. Wasps hate peppermint oil and won’t return to the next.

You can also try a wasp trap by cutting the top off a two liter bottle of soda. Invert the top and pour in some sweet liquid, anything from fruit juice to beer to simple syrup. The wasps will be attracted to the nectar, but won’t be able to escape the bottle. Place several around your yard or wherever the pests are bothering you.

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