The cannabis market is booming in the U.S. as 36 states and counting have some form of legal cannabis. Across the world, citizens of Israel and Palestine are hoping to expand access to the plant as well. Cannabis use in the Middle East dates back to ancient times. In Jerusalem, historians have found archeological sites containing cannabis, reports the Smithsonian … [Read more...] about The Imprint of Cannabis in Israel and Palestine
Archives for May 2021
Review: Smarty Plants — Flower For the Brain
Smarty Plants Flower comes in a variety of different strains. Photo provided by Vana. Smarty Plants is a California-based cannabis brand that claims to sell “knowledge in every jar.” Through their packaging, advertising, and marketing, Smarty Plants spares no expense in communicating their brand identity. Smarty Plants flower is sold in California by the eighth (3.5 … [Read more...] about Review: Smarty Plants — Flower For the Brain
Can Olympians use Cannabis?
This summer’s Tokyo Olympics will be the first Olympic event where athletes can legally use CBD without consequences. Due to CBD’s growing popularity, the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has become less restrictive with what they allow Olympic athletes to consume. The agency approved the semi-lenient measures in 2018 after athletes advocated for CBD products … [Read more...] about Can Olympians use Cannabis?
The Dime: 5/28/2021
Following important cannabis news articles every day can be a real burn-out, we know. That’s why the Emerald rolls up a chronicle of the headiest news hits, and passes them to you at the end of each week. We Bring You: The Dime. DEA Expands Opportunities to Grow Weed for Research The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) seems to be back tracking their decades-long stance on … [Read more...] about The Dime: 5/28/2021
3 CBD Skin Care Recipes to Make at Home
Photo credit: Vector Stock Images. At home skin care can be a cost-effective way for one to personalize their routine. Emerald rounded up three homemade CBD skin care recipes. The DIY recipes include an array of natural ingredients with the addition of CBD oil, which some users report can improve one’s complexion. The oil itself has a number of potential skincare benefits, … [Read more...] about 3 CBD Skin Care Recipes to Make at Home