You could smoke by yourself. But maybe you—an engaged, ambitious member of society—want to be active. Social! Productive, even! Here’s how.* Stretch Buddha Bud Yoga, every three weeks at North Portland’s Yoga Shala, pairs weed with warrior pose. Students light up—expect a vast array of pipes and bubblers—then practice an hour-long flow led by ace …
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On the cover: an elegant ikebana featuring seven-spired leaves. In “news”: 2,400-year-old bongs (“paraphernalia for Scythian royalty”) and Sigur Rós’s collaboration on THC-infused gumdrops. In features: trippy Mexican candles and a “hallucinated odyssey for the armchair traveler.” You are reading Broccoli, a new Portland-headquartered magazine dedicated to women in cannabis. On its bright, airy pages …
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Let’s be honest, more sex could probably help solve many of the world’s problems. Which is funny, because the same is often said for weed. But exactly which of the 10,000-plus cultivars out there are the best weed strains for sex? http://www.leafly.com/news/strains-products/best-weed-strains-sex?utm_source=blast&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=trf-nl-all-021126
A sex product is any product that is designed to increase arousal and pleasure and can be used at some point during foreplay or intercourse. A weed sex product is any sex product that includes cannabis. These cover a wide range of products, from sex toys and lubricants to massage oils, candles, and more. Sex products …
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Legalization is allowing for a budding new industry: cannabis weddings. From flower arrangements to organizing a budtender for the celebration, there’s a seemingly infinite amount of possibilities for couples taking the plunge. Vanessa Oliver, CEO of Cannabis Wedding Expo (CWE), said that the market for cannabis-themed weddings is growing. While they have held conventions in Las …
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Over the past 15 years, Angela Mustone has been a driving force behind some of the most innovative sexual health and wellness products on the market. Prior to becoming the president of Produits Amour & Beauté, she worked for California Exotic Novelties, Dermalogica, and within the beauty industry. An international sales expert and fluent in …
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May isn’t just about florals and Mother’s Day brunch reservations; it’s also Women’s Health Month and Mental Health Month, making it a time to prioritize the well-being of the women who do it all. Unlike the nightly glass of wine, which may feel like a reward but can disrupt sleep, spike anxiety and strain long-term …
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Mothers are increasingly leading cannabis reform efforts in the United States. Across the country, mothers have pushed forward laws — even in conservative states — allowing for the use of THC or CBD for children with severe epilepsy and other illnesses. http://cannabisnow.com/mothers-and-marijuana/
Women’s representation is transforming the cannabis industry, and New York is leading the way with a range of women-led brands. As of May 2024, 42% of recent social and economic equity cannabis businesses licensed by the state’s Office Cannabis Management are women-owned. These entrepreneurs are reshaping the industry, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas that elevate the …
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As we conclude this journey through unique and thoughtful Valentine’s Day gifts for the stoner girl in your life, it’s clear that the key to a perfect present lies in understanding and embracing her passions. From stylish apparel to aromatic candles, customizable rolling trays, each item is an opportunity to celebrate her unique personality and …
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Weed and women have a long history together. During humankind’s earliest years, men in tribes took the roles of hunters while women typically took on the role of caregivers and herbal healers, using many different plants—including cannabis. http://theemeraldmagazine.com/why-weed-for-women/?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=December%2015%202023&utm_medium=email
The best products for women are created by women themselves. Therefore, a great way to celebrate Women’s History Month is to support women-owned or focused businesses and practice self-care. Female cannabis consumers recently surpassed male users, creating a lucrative market for products marketed for women. For example, the Cannabis Consumer Coalition found that 53% of women …
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I’ve been picking up dime bags and smoking out of pipes in the car since high school. Growing up with traditional Chinese-born parents, cannabis was extremely prohibited—not unlike the stigma of cannabis we’re trying to break. Over the years, my mom had collected more than seven glass pieces and who knows how many eighths of …
Menopause is having a moment. Gone are the days of suffering in silence — today’s menopausal women can choose from wellness retreats, celebrity-backed supplements and hot flash pajamas that all promise to ease the hormonal transition. But if recent studies are any indication, the buzziest trend in menopausal wellness is weed. http://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/women-turning-to-cannabis-to-manage-menopause-symptoms-195307347.html
Published in Pain Practice, the study investigated the potential of using cannabis as an aid for pain relief and improved sleep quality, as well as explored the plant’s remedial action on a psychological and physical level. Based on the study results, cannabis offers short-term beneficial effects in women with treatment-resistant fibromyalgia. Although women tend to …
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While Bob Dylan’s 1964 release of “The Times They Are A Changin’” became an anthem among frustrated youth, many of whom would go on to call themselves “hippies,” the lyrics ring ever true today. Some six decades later, our society is facing different challenges, different battles. But despite the hard times, progress has been made. …
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 …
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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If you are going to serve weed to your wedding guests, make sure you tell them ahead of time and that it’s not so much as to send them to the emergency room. And, that you and your caterer do not end up in jail. One very starnge thing about this story is that the …
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Does cannabis make for better sex? Maybe so, according to The New York Times. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the right dose of cannabis can make a woman’s orgasms more satisfying and increase sex drive. This is in part because cannabis can enhance the senses and also alleviate some of the symptoms that inhibit desire. http://www.nytimes.com/2022/04/01/well/live/marijuana-sex.html
Sha’Carri’s ganja vacation? Delroy Allen the owner and managing director of Takuma Boutique Hotel in Mt. Zion, Montego Bay, a GanjaVacations resort partner, is extending a complimentary one-week, all-inclusive vacation to US sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson. It’s a respite that, he hopes, will put her “on a track for spiritual and emotional renewal.” Well! Will she, …
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We’ve posted before about the extent to which women are driving cannabis sales but it’s worth doing again because it is such a very, very big deal. Women and especially Gen-Z women just can’t get enough weed and this is already beginning to drive how products are packaged and marketed. The future of cannabis is …
The new trend for marijuana products is clear labels, lab-tested ingredients, standardized dosing and modern branding that takes its design cues from traditional consumer brands – with labels in many cases, similar to beauty and hair care products. Why, you ask? They are targeting women. And Gen Z women, in particular. http://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/future-cannabis-female-gen-z-women-are-fastest-growing-consumers-n1274253
Many Black women characterize cannabis as a cornerstone of their self-care, particularly in the last year, when daily stressors were exacerbated by both the Covid-19 pandemic, which disproportionately impacted Black Americans, and high-profile incidents of police killings of Black people. http://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/black-women-cannabis-use-radical-act-self-care-rcna1416
Blounts & Moore, the GRITS (Girls Raised in the South) bringing weed to the deep South. They see a burgeoning cannabis industry as a way to bring generational wealth to African American communities. http://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/blounts-moore-black-investment-legal-weed-1186858/
Women appear to be increasingly relying on organic CBD to help them with health conditions – often without consulting with their primary care or OB/GYN physicians. They are just substituting or supplementing prescription drugs with cannabinoids. Apparently, discussing CBD with doctors is complicated. http://cannabislaw.report/more-women-are-turning-to-cbd/
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