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Apple Runs on 100 % Renewable Energy, But Is The iPhone Truly Zero Waste?

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Apple Runs on 100 % Renewable Energy, But Is The iPhone Truly Zero Waste?

Apple released an ad claiming that their iPhone is zero waste, which sounds great, but it’s not accurate. Even though the company has been working hard to build a better world, announcing that they’re now run by 100 percent renewable energy, presently, it’s impossible for a smartphone to be made out of zero waste.

According to Mashable, everything about smartphones is damaging the environment, from their business model to their materials, no matter how clean and green Apple is. Smartphones contain precious minerals that are in limited supply on the planet, including gold, cobalt and copper. Some of these precious rocks, according to a Yale study, are irreplaceable, meaning that tech might have some troubles in the future. 

Materials from smartphones are really hard to recycle, especially from iPhones. Most devices from Apple are built with proprietary screws that require special tools to open. That’s why Apple charges you an arm and a leg whenever you want to switch batteries or change a cracked screen. It’s insane that Apple is claiming to be “zero waste,” when they’re one of the companies that make recycling harder than it already is.

Another thing that perpetuates waste is the current smartphone business model, which is all about short term performance. Most smartphones are designed to have short lifespans, with companies releasing new and upgraded devices every year.

Where does all this waste go? To your drawer? Best case scenario, your old phone will end up in a store where it’ll be refurbished and resold. Still, new phones won’t stop coming out and dozens of minerals would have already been wasted. It’s an endless cycle of waste that Apple would like to hide from you with a cute ad.

What Does Legal Cannabis Have To Do With Life Expectancy Rates?

Terry Hacienda
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What Does Legal Cannabis Have To Do With Life Expectancy Rates?

What’s the life expectancy for the average American? It depends on where you live. And according to a study released in the Journal of the American Medical Association, there is a wide disparity among the states.

The report found that Hawaiians have the longest life expectancy at 81 years and Mississippians the shortest at 75. The Atlantic took a deeper dive into the study and found:

Most startlingly, since 1990, 21 states have seen an increase in the death rate among people aged 20 to 55. In five states—Kentucky, Oklahoma, New Mexico, West Virginia, and Wyoming—the probability of early death among young adults rose by more than 10 percent in that time frame. Meanwhile, in New York and California, young and middle-aged people became much less likely to die in the same time period. The authors note that opioids, alcoholism, suicide, and kidney disease—which can be brought on by diabetes and alcoholism—were the main factors leading to the increases in early deaths.

But what about marijuana? Do state cannabis laws make a difference? The report did not break out this variable, but it is interesting to see the states at the top of the list and the bottom of the list.

The 10 states with the lowest probability of premature death were: California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Vermont and Washington.

The 10 states with the highest probability of premature death included: Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and West Virginia.

In the first list, most of the states have either legalized recreational use or have progressive medical marijuana programs. The second list includes all southern states with a more draconian view of cannabis.

It is not accurate to make the claim that cannabis will increase your life expectancy based on this study. But it certainly raises the question.

The study did find that opioid use was partly responsible for the problem. According to the report:

Opioid use disorders moved from the 11th leading cause of disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs) in 1990 to the 7th leading cause in 2016, representing a 74.5 percent change.

And alcohol was another big problem:

Age-standardized death rates due to alcohol increased by 17.50 percent from 1990 to 2016 in the United States, and alcohol use disorders accounted for 2.89 deaths per 100 000 persons in 2016. Previous studies have shown that alcohol consumption and binge drinking have increased in the United States, especially among females. Alcohol is a major risk factor for burden in the United States and is associated with adverse outcomes including sexually transmitted diseases, violence, and accidents.

Body Expert Explains Difference Between Meghan Markle’s Ex And Prince Harry

Maria Loreto
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Body Expert Explains Difference Between Meghan Markle’s Ex And Prince Harry

We can’t get enough of the impending royal wedding and neither can journalists from all over the world. So. Much. Chatter. The latest come from body language experts who are going blind trying to decipher  every gesture the royal couple makes.

Elizabeth Kuhnke is one of these experts who’s been working tirelessly during the wedding craze that began last November, when Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announced that they were getting married.

With Kuhnke’s analysis on the way in which the couple makes public appearances, she sheds a light on their dynamic and compares them with other people.

During an interview with the Daily Mail, Kuhnke compared different sets of photographs featuring Markle and her former husband, Trevor Engelson, and Markle and Prince Harry. These comparisons were done to try to find differences between the couples’ dynamics while also highlighting Markle’s evolution over the years. Is this analysis in any way accurate? Probably not. Is it fun? Sure is.

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Finding photos of Engelson is not an easy feat, since most of them are pretty old and Markle looks like a baby. We’re sure the engineers at Kensigton Palace worked hard to scrub the web clean of these types of images.

Kuhnke has a lot to say when it comes to Engelson and Markle’s body language, claiming that in most pictures, Engelson’s smile is forced and he looks uncomfortable. Even though Engelson holds Markle in a way that’s supportive, Meghan is trying hard to pull away from the embrace, with a smile that doesn’t reach her eyes. Kuhnke explains, “[Trevor’s] slightly splayed feet and legs give her room to move into his body, while her tightly held together legs show restraint. Her left hand shows no sign of tension, as opposed to his right hand which he carefully hides in his pocket, indicating discomfort. Her tilted head, which indicates interest and enjoyment, is in contrast to his which is more erect and pulled back.” Who knew a hand inside a pocket meant so much, right? Poor guy.

When it comes to Prince Harry, Kuhnke has nothing but compliments, claiming that his movements are “strong, masculine and sexual.” Ok, Elizabeth, let’s keep things under control here.

Kuhnke explains that while Harry puts his hand across his body for comfort, he still gives room for Meghan to lean into him and to get close to him, demonstrating compatibility and sexual chemistry. Kuhnke also claims that the couple’s smiles are full and reach their eyes, demonstrating true happiness. Or maybe, Harry and Meghan are public figures and they know how to be photographed. Doesn’t mean that they don’t love each other, it just means that they’re good at their job.

Synthetic Marijuana Claims Third Victim In Illinois

Brendan Bures
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Synthetic Marijuana Claims Third Victim In Illinois

A third person has died due to tainted synthetic marijuana, as the drug continues to infiltrate central Illinois. State officials also announced Monday that synthetic cannabis has affected more than 100 people with sickness, including symptoms of severe bleeding.

The Illinois Department of Public Health identified the latest victim as a man in his 40s from central Illinois. Two other individuals have died from the drug, including a 22-year-old Chicago man.

According to the Chicago Tribune, 107 people have been hospitalized due to the drug. Many individuals who reported feeling sick after ingesting synthetic marijuana have tested positive for brodifacoum, which is a poison typically found in rodent repellents. Victims report symptoms of bleeding gums, blood in the urine, and severe bloody noses.

Via Chicago Tribune:

Exposure to brodifacoum causes the human body to block its natural use of vitamin K, which helps in the process of blood clotting, according to Dr. Patrick Lank, a medical toxicologist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. A person exposed to brodifacoum would have to take high doses of vitamin K for weeks to months to manage their symptoms.

State officials previously have said that over-the-counter vitamin K supplements are not strong enough to treat the condition.

Synthetic marijuana is bad news. It is emphatically not cannabis in any way except appearance, and goes by names like K2, “Spice,” Bliss, Kowboy Kush and more. Though there isn’t one type of synthetic weed, we’ve previously explained it as “a concoction of man-made chemicals that are sprayed onto ground plant matter, that has a vague appearance of marijuana.  These man-made chemicals act similar to THC in that they interact with the cell receptors in your brain.”

Health officials have urged Illinois residents to stop taking the drug. Typically, it can be found in convenience stores, head shops, novelty stores, and online. Be aware and stay away.

Here’s Your Chance To Tell Trump Administration To Reclassify Marijuana

Amy Hansen
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Here’s Your Chance To Tell Trump Administration To Reclassify Marijuana

Want to let Trump know how you feel about marijuana’s Schedule 1 classification? Now’s your chance. And here’s how.

From now until April 23, the Food and Drug Administration is taking public comment on the topic, specifically concerning the “abuse potential, actual abuse, medical usefulness, trafficking and impact of scheduling changes on availability for medical use of” cannabis and its compounds. According to the Federal Register, the comments will be considered in preparing a response from the U.S. to the World Health Organization (WHO) regarding the abuse liability and diversion of these drugs.

WHO will use this information to consider whether to recommend that certain international restrictions be placed on these drugs. It’s the first-ever review of marijuana’s current classification.

Click here to leave your two-cents online. It’s a quick process that also allows commenters the option of attaching supporting documentation. (Including your contact information is also optional.) You can also mail in your comments.

As a Schedule 1 drug, as it’s currently classified, marijuana is denied prescription medical use and is considered a high potential for abuse. It also means lack of rigorous scientific testing on the drug, because of the federal government’s restrictions on obtaining it,

If the WHO ends up supporting the rescheduling of cannabis, it will only help to change marijuana’s status in countries across the globe.

Why Quitting Facebook Could Be Bad For Your Health

Amy Hansen
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Why Quitting Facebook Could Be Bad For Your Health

Deleting Facebook is all the rage right now. People value their data privacy, go figure. But according to several studies, nixing the social media platform from your life completely could have some health consequences.

A recent scientific study found those who took a five-day Facebook hiatus didn’t feel the benefits of less stress, even though their cortisol levels decreased. The reality is that they actually felt worse than they did before they cut out Facebook for one reason: FOMO. Participants in the study felt left out from their social circles.

Researchers say the best bet is to take mini vacations from Facebook once in awhile, not to delete it entirely:

The typical Facebook user may occasionally find the large amount of social information available taxing, and Facebook vacations could ameliorate this stress – at least in the short-term.

“People said they felt more unsatisfied with their life, and were looking forward to resuming their Facebook activity,” said lead researcher Dr Eric Vanman, who came up with study after he himself quit Facebook.

“When I told colleagues about my ‘Facebook vacations’, I found I wasn’t alone,” he said.

“It seems that people take a break because they’re too stressed, but return to Facebook whenever they feel unhappy because they have been cut off from their friends. It then becomes stressful again after a while, so they take another break. And so on.”

Another study from 2017 found that Facebook is indeed helpful when it comes to coping with stress. And while being obsessed with any social media platform is unhealthy, spending a small amount of time “checking in” every day can actually be beneficial to your mental health.

Jimmy Kimmel And Seth Rogen Pick Their Dream Toking Partners

Brendan Bures
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Jimmy Kimmel And Seth Rogen Pick Their Dream Toking Partners

You might not expect Seth Rogen, the hilarious and successful comedian/writer/director/actor, to express many regrets about his career choices. But Rogen’s “Hilarity for Charity” Netflix special includes a scene of him in hell, thinking of all the things he’d have done differently in his life.

“I would not have smoked weed in front of Steven Spielberg that one time,” Rogen says. “He never looked at me as a serious actor again.”

Like with most of Rogen’s performances, you wonder if it’s an exaggeration or fabrication. Turns out, as he revealed on a recent “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” appearance, that actually happened. At an Oscars party, Spielberg approached Rogen right when he lit up a joint.

“I was like, ‘Do I stop? Do I just hold it? That’s weird,’” Rogen explained. “I just have to keep smoking… and I just kept smoking it, in Steven Spielberg’s face, as I saw the look on his face where he’s just like, ‘I’m never working with this motherfucker ever again.’”

Later in the show, Rogen shared his experience of a University of Vermont fraternity asking if they could induct Rogen into their organization. Rogen agreed and afterwards traveled back to one of the member’s apartments to smoke a joint as a token of their newfound brotherhood.

The story led Kimmel to declare the “Mount Rushmore” of people you want to smoke weed with. Kimmel’s four members (and Rogen’s, too, for the most part) included Willie Nelson, Snoop Dogg, Woody Harrelson, and Rogen, admitting that the actor had bumped off Cheech and Chong.

This Cannabis Mac & Cheese Must Be What Love Tastes Like

Jessie Moore
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This Cannabis Mac & Cheese Must Be What Love Tastes Like

Macaroni and cheese is the food equivalent of a big hug. It’s cozy, it’s comforting, and it tastes like pure love. But this version isn’t just high in its comfort food quotient: it will actually get you high, because it’s made with cannabutter!

Bursting with cheesy, gooey perfection, this dish comes together in just about ten minutes. It makes a perfect single serving, which is a good thing since you definitely won’t want to share. However, if you are feeling kind and loving and generous, the recipe can be doubled.

Cannabis Mac & Cheese

Makes one serving

  • ½ cup elbow macaroni
  • ½ cup milk (whatever type you like)
  • ½ cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp cannabutter (This recipe can be made with regular cannabutter or vegan cannabutter)
  • 2 tsp unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
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1. Cook the elbow macaroni per the package instructions, cooking to the “al dente” point. Remove from heat, strain, then return the cooked macaroni to the pot.

Photos by Jessie Moore

2. Add the milk, cheddar cheese, cannabutter, unsalted butter, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the pot with the macaroni.

Photos by Jessie Moore

3. Apply low heat, and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture has come together and thickened to your desired level. Me, I like to wait until the spoon leaves a streak in the bottom of the pan as I stir; that is a good sign that the cheese has reached a nice, creamy yet not too “wet” consistency.

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4. Remove from heat, and add more salt and pepper if desired. Enjoy!

A note on dosage

I “dosed” this recipe with 1 teaspoon of cannabutter per serving. The strength of your finished product will depend on many factors, including the type of marijuana you used and how you made your cannabutter. For more tips on proper dosage, visit this post.

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Recipe notes

You can use whole milk, 2%, 1%, or skim. The recipe can also be made with non-dairy milks, though the flavor and texture of the finished dish may vary.

If desired, you can use a different type of grated cheese or even a mix of cheeses in this recipe. Choose your own cheesy adventure!

Psst: This Is A Sign The Royal Baby Is Coming Soon

Brendan Bures
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Psst: This Is A Sign The Royal Baby Is Coming Soon

Last October, Kensington Palace confirmed that Kate Middleton would be expecting her third baby in April 2018. But the Royal Baby has not arrived yet. So just when exactly will the Royal Family welcome its newest member?

It may be sooner rather than later, according to PEOPLE. The hospital where Kate Middleton will deliver the baby has announced a temporary parking restriction outside, including an area marked for media. So far this is the clearest sign of the due date, which is now predicted at April 23.

The two previous times Kate gave birth, with George in 2013 and Charlotte in 2015, the hospital put up “No Parking” signs more than two weeks before she gave birth. Another similarity? The medical team led by Dr. Guy Thorpe-Beeston and Dr. Alan Farthing, both of whom led the team for Charlotte’s delivery will be on hand for this next birth.

When Kate does finally give birth (has it really only been nine months?), the public will likely hear about it through social media, specifically from the active Twitter account of Kensington Palace. Nothing will be known outside the baby’s gender, weight, and time of birth. However, that announcement will only be made after Queen Elizabeth and the rest of the Royal Family has first been informed. According to PEOPLE, the latest they will make the announcement is 10 p.m. UK time (5 pm EST). Should the birth occur in the middle of the night, the earliest they will make an announcement is 9 a.m. UK time (4 am EST).

Of course, any birth includes expected flexibility with the exact due date. If the Royal Baby is born April 21, the child will share a birthday with the Queen, who turns a spry 92 this year. Another anniversary of note is April 29, which is the seventh wedding anniversary of William and Kate.

10 Perfect Microdose CBD Products To Use Everyday

Mike Adams
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10 Perfect Microdose CBD Products To Use Everyday

Microdosing allows them to gain the medicinal benefit from the product, yet still perform all of the duties of the day without becoming lethargic.

Microdosing is one of the latest trends on the cannabis scene. It seems that people are finding out that it is not necessary to get ripped to the gourd in order to experience the therapeutic effects of the cannabis plant. Many now swear that less is more.

Essentially, microdosing is just as it sounds – consuming smaller doses, as to not be bogged down by the intensity of the herb’s psychoactive compound THC. But in the search for effective medicine that allows them more functionality, some patients are now microdosing cannabidiol (CBD), the part of the cannabis plant devoid of stoned effects.

Although it seems pointless to microdose a substance that doesn’t come with a head change, we are now learning that CBD in low doses has the potential to produce an uplifting mood while higher doses can sometimes make the user tired. So for those people still a slave to the grind, the microdose philosophy can be key. It allows them to gain the medicinal benefit from the product, yet still perform all of the duties of the day without becoming lethargic.

RELATED: Less is More: A Complete Guide to Microdosing Cannabis

But finding that sweet spot in CBD dosage can be tricky. Experts say it is just one of those situations where personal experimentation is needed. They also recommend starting out at around 2.5 milligrams over the course of a few days and gradually increasing until reaching the most comfortable effect. When it comes to microdosing, if the user is experiencing noticeable effects they have gone too far. That’s when it is time to back off the dose.

Sometimes tracking down the right CBD product can be more challenging than finding the perfect dose. Here are 10 perfect microbes CBD products to use everyday.

Wildflower CBD Vaporizer

Get off the Nyquil. Wildflower has a variety of CBD products, but this one has the ability to “relieve symptoms of flu such as cold, cough and cold,” the website reads. Good for when a little more than a microdose is needed.

Infinite CBD’s Vaporizer

Now you can microdose one hit at a time. This is for user who prefers vaporizers over edible products. “The addition of cannabis-derived terpenes to CBD allows you to utilize more components of the cannabis plant throughout consumption,” the website reads.

Pure Kana Premium CBD Drop

One drop will do you. This CBD product has shown beneficial in the treatment of conditions from anxiety to joint pain. In higher doses, however, it might act as a sedative.

CW Charlotte’s Web

This is the stain that made CBD famous. Developed by the Staley Brothers, this hemp-oil based version of Charlotte’s Web is a solid supplement for microdosing on the daily.

Aura CBD

Great for finding that sweet spot. Aura’s CBD oil is a hemp seed formula that contains 5 mg CBD in each drop.

Kiva’s Ginger Dark Chocolate

Chocolate lover? It can be difficult to microdose anything that has to do with chocolate, but for those with a little will power Kiva is a solid pick. Each serving comes with 5 mg of CBD and 5 mg of THC. We recommend starting out by cutting each serving in half.

Green Roads World Tea

It’s always tea time. For those who would prefer to sip on their medicine, Green Roads has a variety of tea and coffee. These “drinks have the ability to improve the digestion process, increase energy in body, and lower blood pressure. Additionally, the organic drinks have been linked to blood sugar control, weight loss & lowering of cholesterol,” the website reads.

Kin Slips

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Just slip it under the tongue. These sublingual strips are great for delivering precise dosage with almost immediate result. Kin Slips Park Life blend comes with 10mg CBD and 1mg THC.

Mary’s Nutritionals CBD Oil

There’s just something about Mary. This hemp-oil extract is a highly concentrated blend. Each drop contains 2mg of CBD – a great start for the patient uncertain about where to begin with microdosing.

High CBD Strains

Best method. Visiting a dispensary and take advantage of high CBD strains is probably the most effective way to get the therapeutic benefits from CBD. However, microdosing products take some experimentation. But the results will be unmatched.

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