At a recent dinner party in an elegant Bangkok apartment, a matronly socialite unveiled a tray of exquisitely packaged cakes for dessert, proudly exclaiming, “happy brownies — such fun, good with ice-cream, do have one.” The key ingredient, cannabis, ensured the VIP guests went home in pleasantly woozy style. http://asia.nikkei.com/Editor-s-Picks/Tea-Leaves/In-Thailand-hold-the-drinks-and-pass-the-cannabis
The munchies: Why does weed make you crave food?
If you’ve tried cannabis — particularly a variety with high levels of THC — you’ve probably experienced one of its most notorious side effects: “the munchies.” You may have an irresistible urge to snack on something delicious. And once you open that bag of chips, you might find it tastes way better than it did …
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Should I Buy From My Dealer or My Dispensary?
Your dealer is not licensed and is, instead, a participant in the illicit market, aka the unregulated market, black market, gray market, legacy market, or the free market. And even if cannabis is legal in your state, it is only legal to buy it from licensed operators. http://theemeraldmagazine.com/should-i-buy-from-my-dealer-or-my-dispensary/?utm_source=sendinblue&utm_campaign=November%2014%202022&utm_medium=email
Does Weed Expire? How Long Does Cannabis Stay Good?
We’ve all been there before. You’re looking to spark one up, have a great time, or chill out after a long, hard day at work, but your stash is dwindling. Maybe you’re down to just the final remnants of your latest pick-up or even resorted to trying to snag that kief build-up from the grinder. …
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How To Vape Weed The Right Way
Smoking weed is the most common way to enjoy cannabis, but there is a better way to inhale — vaping. Vaping and heat-not-burn devices avoid some of the issues related to smoking, such as carcinogens created by combustion. Additionally, vapes are more efficient. A California NORML study revealed that vaporizers could deliver 46% of the THC in a cannabis …
This is the Best Way To Smoke Marijuana
If you are looking for the number one guide on the internet on the best way to smoke weed, you’ve clicked on the right article. We’ve asked experts from the best weed dispensary in Canada, BudExpressNOW, to share their tips and tricks on how to smoke weed so you can achieve the best high of your …
California’s cannabis-growing nuns pray for profits
For as far as the eye can see, there are identical rows of crops, with the occasional farmhouse or family home. One of these homes looks unassuming from the outside. There’s nothing unusual about the building or the land around it, except that there’s a small group of women, wearing pristine white habits, burning incense, …
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Can this San Francisco company’s ‘dad weed’ get you high?
Jamie Feaster might be the only pot dealer in California who doesn’t mind if you call his cannabis “dad weed,” a word usually reserved for weak pot that California hasn’t seen since the 1990s. But for Feaster, the founder of San Francisco’s Country Cannabis, selling weak weed is basically his goal. http://www.sfgate.com/cannabis/article/can-dad-weed-get-high-17568880.php
Maryland and Missouri Vote to Legalize Cannabis
Voters in Maryland and Missouri voted to legalize recreational marijuana in the recent midterm elections, bringing the total number of states that have legalized cannabis for use by adults to 21. Ballot measures to legalize marijuana failed to win a majority of votes in Arkansas, North Dakota and South Dakota, however, with voters in those …
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Why Cannabis Users Have Better Orgasms & Overall Sexual Function, According To Study
Researchers from the University of Almeria were inspired to tackle the controversy swirling around numerous previous studies that looked at the impact of cannabis and alcohol on sexual functioning, which disclosed both positive and negative effects. And so, Spanish researchers created a new observational study that concluded: “Sexual function in young people who use cannabis and alcohol more frequently was shown …
Can a small Arizona town jump-start late-night cannabis retail?
Guadalupe, a small Arizona town less than one square mile in size bordering Phoenix, has joined Las Vegas in breaking the mold of traditional retail by allowing consumers to purchase cannabis after midnight. http://mjbizdaily.com/late-night-cannabis-retail-sales-las-vegas-arizona-new-york/
Psilocybin and its Overlap With Cannabis use
Efforts to decriminalize psychedelics like psilocybin, the psychoactive compound in “magic mushrooms,” are gaining traction throughout the U.S. Psilocybin, exactly like cannabis, is a Schedule I controlled substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act. But despite the government’s disapproval, studies show that psilocybin can be an effective tool in treating anxiety, depression, and others from …
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How to Roll a Joint 101: a Guide for all
The centuries old act of rolling’ one up and smoking it is still among the most popular ways to consume cannabis. But rolling a joint can be tricky. For those who are just beginning or want to perfect their personal methods, here’s a guide on how to roll the perfect cone. http://theemeraldmagazine.com/how-to-roll-a-joint-101-a-guide-for-all/?utm_source=sendinblue&utm_campaign=November%20%202022&utm_medium=email
An edible for hot flashes? Some women use cannabis to manage menopause.
To relieve hot flashes, sleep problems and low libido, some menopausal women are choosing to seek relief with cannabis, usually in the form of a joint or an edible, new research shows. http://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2022/10/21/cannabis-menopause-symptoms/
Cannabis Across the Globe: Arm yourself with knowledge before traveling abroad
The legalization of cannabis is a highly discussed topic shared by many countries around the world. In recent years, more and more countries have moved to make cannabis medically available, or have moved to decriminalize or legalize the plant. It seems like every time you turn around, there are new rules and regulations in place. …
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Get discounts on your dispensary purchases in Jamaica
GanjaVacations is proud to announce a new partnership with JACANA one of Jamaica’s leading cannabis companies with dispensaries in Ocho Rios, Kingston and Portmore. JACANA is a pioneering global, plant to patient, medical cannabis company, harnessing the power of nature to transform lives and dedicated to producing the world’s finest and most natural cannabis products. …
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A California marijuana company is being sued over the potency of its joints
Do not lie about the potency of your prerolls. At least, not in California because you’ll get sued if your joints are not as strong as your label says. The California Department of Cannabis Control requires companies to label cannabis products with their THC content, expressed as either a percentage or in milligrams. And the …
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Wake and bake: why it feels different and how to do it right
Cannabis enthusiasts are no strangers to the wake and bake —the concept of smoking cannabis shortly after waking up. In fact, according to a 2017 global drug survey, a whopping 21.9% of American cannabis users subscribe to the practice by smoking a joint within an hour of waking up — the highest rate of any nation. They’re …
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Marijuana coming to Circle K gas stations in Florida
Floridians will soon be able to buy marijuana products along with cigarettes and snacks at Circle K gas stations, according to Green Thumb Industries, one of the largest U.S. cannabis producers. Under a new partnership between the companies, starting next year weed will be sold at 10 “RISE Express” dispensaries with separate entrances from the gas …
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The 8 Best Weed Strains for Your Spooky Halloween Weekend
Trick or treating might be out for you, but you can still have some fun that is equal parts cool and creepy. Scary movies are always an easy go-to for celebrating Halloween as an adult without feeling like you’re missing out on anything — especially if you’re not really into the idea of costume parties …
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Jamaica Awaits: How About A Ganja Vacation? Get Out Of The Cold & Into The Sun With Weed Galore
With temps dropping throughout most of the U.S. and Canada, isn’t it time to start thinking about a vacation to Jamaica? We’ve got some info on a visit that is just about as unique as you can imagine. That would be a tour planned by GanjaVacations, which in addition to the essentials like where to hang your …
‘I smell some weed,’ NYC mayor delighted by Times Square dank
The mayor of New York, Eric Adams, has been an outspoken supporter of cannabis use across the Big Apple since taking office. He recently could not control his joy after catching a whiff of weed during a press conference in the Manhattan. This is how elected leaders should handle the fragrance of freedom. http://www.leafly.com/news/politics/i-smell-some-weed-nyc-mayor-delighted-by-times-square-dank
What are the ‘weed shakes’ and how can you prevent them?
What about the involuntary shakes and tremors you get after using weed? Anecdotal reports suggest that for some users, getting high can lead to spontaneous muscle twitching that can be funny—or downright frightening. In fact, a number of straightforward factors may help to explain this unusual phenomenon. http://cannigma.com/physiology/what-are-the-weed-shakes/
UBER EATS TO DELIVER CANNABIS IN TORONTO
Leafy and Uber Eats have teamed up to deliver cannabis in Toronto. They announced the partnership on the fourth anniversary of cannabis legalization in Canada. Uber Eats is the first third-party delivery platform to deliver cannabis, but the devil is in the details. Like purchasing alcohol through Uber Eats, the consumer has to be 19 years old and show …
Snoop Dogg says his cannabis-infused onion rings may make you say ‘oowee’
With songs encouraging listeners to “smoke weed every day,” perhaps no celebrity is more closely associated with marijuana than Snoop Dogg. Along with being a consumer of the substance, he is an investor, too, through Casa Verde, a venture capital firm focused on the cannabis industry. Now the legendary rapper has partnered with TSUMo Snacks for …
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POLITICSD.C. Mayor Signs Bill Allowing Tourists To Self-Certify For Medical Marijuana While Visiting The Nation’s Capital
The mayor of Washington, D.C., Muriel Bowser, has signed a bill allowing non-residents to self-certify as medical marijuana patients while they’re visiting the nation’s capital without the need for any doctor’s recommendation—a move that supporters say could boost tourism. To self-certify, out-of-state applicants who are at least 21 years of age can apply online and pay …
Biden to pardon all federal offenses of simple marijuana possession in first major steps toward decriminalization
President Joe Biden is taking his first major steps toward decriminalizing marijuana, fulfilling a campaign pledge to erase prior federal possession convictions and beginning the process of loosening federal classification of the drug. He will pardon all prior federal offenses of simple marijuana possession, a move that senior administration officials said would affect thousands of …
Cannabis Might Improve Your Sex Life
Researchers have found that “sexual function in young people who use cannabis and alcohol more frequently was shown to be better than in those who do not use either, highlighting the need for more information aimed at the young population.” …. More specifically, cannabis users indicated more arousal, orgasms and better overall sexual function. It …
Increased Sales from Women Signify That the future of Cannabis is Female
Many people believe that cannabis consumers are unmotivated young men sitting on their couches eating Cheetos and playing video games. But as more markets legalize, stigma reduces, and education increases, the demographics of the cannabis consumer are also shifting, becoming more diverse in terms of age, gender, and socio-economic status. Women now represent the fastest-growing …
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Olympics keeps marijuana ban after review prompted by Sha’Carri Richardson suspension
Marijuana use will remain banned at sports events after the World Anti-Doping Agency on Friday resisted calls to change its status on the list of prohibited substances. The agency was asked to review the status of THC — the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis — after the case of United States sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson, who could not …
