Women are turning to cannabis for medical abortion relief. Photo credit: twenty20photos. Approximately one in four women (23.7%) in America will have an abortion by the age of 45, according to the American Journal of Public Health. Despite the fact that millions of women in the U.S. seek such services, limited options exist for those undergoing the procedure — … [Read more...] about Women are Turning to Cannabis for Healing During and After Abortions
Wellness
Free or Discounted Weed: 8 Compassionate Care Programs for Cannabis Lovers
Compassionate care programs offer a range of discounts to patients. Photo credit: Envato. Cannabis companies all over the U.S. and beyond are involved in compassionate care programs for their consumers. These programs are available to a variety of individuals and provide discounts based on the consumer’s needs. While some projects specialize in veterans or those … [Read more...] about Free or Discounted Weed: 8 Compassionate Care Programs for Cannabis Lovers
Spreading Positivity with Nic Turinski
Nic Turinski, founder of Chronic2Wear. Nic Turinski is a Lyme disease survivor of more than 30 years who is dedicated to sharing his story and spreading positivity through his clothing company, Chronic2wear. Through his designs, Turinski is channeling the “negative energy and emotions from suffering into the positive actions of creating joy and humor, “ he … [Read more...] about Spreading Positivity with Nic Turinski
Hemp Protein: the Next Meat Substitute?
Will hemp burgers be on menus in the near future? Photo credit: Hempfoods.com. Consumers are hungry for protein alternatives. In fact, studies show that demand for plant-based meat is one the rise, in part due to shifting consumer behavior, and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on meat sales. One company is well on its way to creating alternative forms of protein … [Read more...] about Hemp Protein: the Next Meat Substitute?
Covert Bias and Discrimination: Micro-aggressions in Sports
Black athletes, including Naomi Osaka (pictured above at the Australian Open in Melbourne) face discrimination in sports. Photo retrieved from Reuters, taken by Loren Elliott. While sports can be a unifying force for many people, they can be a traumatizing experience for others. Over the years, micro-aggressions in sports have become more noticeable against members of … [Read more...] about Covert Bias and Discrimination: Micro-aggressions in Sports
