Medical Marijuana Update (2014.07.16)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of July 16, 2014:
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Pot LuckLink
Scientists to Produce THC in Yeast
Scientists are working to develop an innovative new method for effectively producing the primary compounds of marijuana without being forced to endure the lengthy cultivation process -- a manner by which they hope to genetically engineer cannabinoids using yeast.
Cannabis 101Link
Cannabinoid Profile: A Crash Course in THCa
In this issue of Cannabinoid Profiles, the properties of THCa are broken down and the therapeutic benefits are explored.
Edibles Review: Incredibles Mikiba Bar
One of the most interesting new edibles I’ve seen recently in Colorado dispensaries has been the Incredibles Mikiba Bar. With several grams of protein, fiber and actual stuff that will tide you over, this works as a real snack since it can and definitely will fill the user up more than a standard chocolate bar.
Study Explains How Marijuana Cures Cancer
Scientists in the UK have now traced marijuana’s ability to prevent the growth and spread of cancer to specific pathways found in tumor cells, known as cannabinoid receptors.
Study: Synthetic Cannabinoid "Safe and Effective" Treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress
The administration of nabilone, a synthetic cannabinoid, safely mitigates symptoms of post-traumatic stress (PTS) syndrome, according to clinical data published online ahead of print in the Journal of Psychopharmacology.
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.07.09)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of July 09, 2014:
β-Caryophyllene: A Terpene for Anxiety and Depression?
New evidence suggests beta-caryophyllene, a terpene in cannabis, may be effective for treating anxiety and depression. Although some compounds like THC activate both cannabinoid pathways — CB1 and CB2 receptors — beta-caryophyllene specifically targets the CB2 receptor.
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.07.02)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of July 2, 2014:
Florida’s Push for Medical Marijuana Supported by Attorney John Morgan
Jacksonville-based attorney John Morgan has given a multi-million dollar donation to the medical marijuana campaign in Florida, Jacksonville.com reports, and will now invest even more in helping seriously ill Floridians find relief.
Charlatan’s Web: A CBD Debacle
The medical cannabis community has recently received some major support from well known doctors, Dr. Oz and Dr. Sanjay Gupta. This trend of physicians supporting medical cannabis in droves has to do primarily with the spread of information about CBD rich cannabis and its numerous medicinal benefits.
Cannabis FactsLink
Alzheimer’s Caused by Loss of Cannabinoids, Study Shows
Early deficits in Alzheimer’s may be caused by blockage of the brain’s cannabinoids, according to new research out of Stanford University School of Medicine.
Xternal Cannabis-Infused Mud Mask: Using Topical Cannabis
This powerful cannabis-infused cosmetic from Xternal has a relaxing herbal aroma and with the help of bentonite clay and eucalyptus oil (tea tree) it not only draws toxins out of the skin, tightens and firms, but also relieves acne breakouts.
Study: Oral THC Safely and Effectively Addresses Post-Traumatic Stress Symptoms
The administration of oral THC mitigates symptoms of post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD), according to clinical trial data published online ahead of print in the journal Clinical Drug Investigation.
Law & PoliticsLink
Yes, CBD Is Still Illegal
On first glance, a new pamphlet produced by “CBD-Care.com” looks like some sort of altruistic white paper on the therapeutic benefits of cannabidiol.
Cannabis Creates Happy Bowels
I got to wondering if smoking itself engendered this effect, or if cannabis had a special property that made it work so well? Science to the rescue...
Product Review: Rastraberry Soda
At the dispensary the other day I picked up a cannabis-infused soda called Rastraberry. I've never had a cannabis-infused drink, so I decided to try it.
International Cannabis Update: Israel and Medical Marijuana
Take a look at cannabis news and politics from around the world in this new series, International Cannabis Update. This week features Israel and their rapidly expanding medical marijuana program, which aims to serve their population of eight million people.