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What Is In the Senate Bill to Legalize Marijuana?

July 28, 2022

The federal government is finally catching up with the states when it comes to making marijuana legal. According to cnet.com, as of July 2022, 38 states have legalized medical marijuana. For recreational purposes, 19 states have legalized the adult use of marijuana. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer introduced a bill that would decriminalize marijuana and…

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Benefits of Cannabis for People with Multiple Sclerosis

June 16, 2022

What is multiple sclerosis? Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that impacts the central nervous system. Specifically, MS causes the immune system to attack the brain and spinal cord which interferes with communication between the brain and the rest of the body. This can cause nerve deterioration and damage. Some of the unpredictable symptoms…

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What Should I Look for in a Denver Dispensary?

May 16, 2022

It’s been 10 years since Colorado passed Amendment 64, legalizing recreational marijuana in the state. Since then, the business of cannabis is booming! With over 200 dispensaries in Denver, Colorado, the options are abundant and the cannabis is plentiful. But how does one select a Denver dispensary that’s right for their needs? Some of the…

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What are cannabis terpenes?

April 18, 2022

When you receive your cannabis, what is the first thing you do? Most likely, you either intentionally or unintentionally smell it. Thanks to the high concentration of cannabis terpenes, your cannabis is probably highly aromatic… BREATHE. IT. IN. Breathe in the signature scent of your cannabis… what do you notice? Is it a traditional cannabis…

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Jobs and the Cannabis Industry

March 16, 2022

As the legal cannabis sector continues to grow on a national scale, more and more Americans are flocking to apply for jobs. In fact, there are currently 428,059 full-time equivalent jobs supported by legal cannabis, according to a report from Leafly. In 2021, the cannabis industry boasted an additional 280 jobs per day on average,…

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Can My Pet Get Secondhand Smoke?

February 16, 2022

Everyone has had the thought before. You’re sitting in your living room smoking and your cute little dog looks up at you. All of a sudden you are overcome with guilt and questions. Could my dog be getting high right now? Is secondhand smoke bad for pets? These questions are normal and the truth is…

What Does “California Sober” Really Mean?

January 12, 2022

Recently gaining massive popularity, being California sober is something that seems to be sweeping the country as a new alternative to being fully sober. After Demi Lovato announced that she was “Cali sober” (which she has seen changed her mind to become fully sober), the conversation has once again centered on the Cali sober option,…

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The Most Environmentally Friendly Ways to Grow Weed

December 14, 2021

Most people fail to recognize the ecological impact of growing weed. Unfortunately, the process of growing cannabis requires both a lot of water and electricity. Even with growing cannabis on a small scale, this is the case. For example, marijuana growers in California have significantly contributed to the state’s water crisis, with the average marijuana…

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What is HHC?

November 9, 2021

For those who are not experts in the cannabis industry, there could be an overwhelming amount of information of different types of cannabinoids and their effects. Compared to other strains, HHC is newer, has only recently reached the market, and is mostly found in vape cartridges. In fact, HHC is appealing because it does not…

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Here’s How to Curb the Munchies When You’re High

October 19, 2021

While many people enjoy the feeling of relaxation that comes with smoking marijuana, a less popular side effect is often the munchies that come with it. Some individuals who are prescribed medical marijuana, such as cancer patients who have extreme trouble eating, use this affect to their advantage. However, the average cannabis user may not…