Awareness of the healing qualities of the Cannabis sativa plant has begun to spread, thanks to a better understanding of the various ways its derivative, hemp, can be employed within the medical community. More and more people are starting to see improvements in ailments that have plagued them, from anxiety to arthritis, through the use of CBD oil in lieu of prescription drugs. … [Read more...] about Health Benefits of CBD Oil for Dogs
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Solful
Tucked comfortably into the corner of a shopping center in Sebastopol, California Solful is both a retail dispensary and a friendly hub for customers. You’ll know you’re in the right place when you see two large, bright blue birds sharing a cherry just outside their store -- a metal art piece crafted by local artisan, Patrick Amiot. Solful is one of Sebastopol’s newest … [Read more...] about Solful
Higher Profiles: Sophie’s Dream Team
Higher Profiles By Sharon Letts CURE, Technion and CannaKids Team up for Powerful Progress While Tracy Ryan’s daughter, Sophie, underwent treatment for brain cancer using cannabis oil with chemotherapy (see Emerald Magazine, Nov. 2017), Tracy said her ultimate goal was to bring together a brain trust of doctors, scientists, and researchers from around the world … [Read more...] about Higher Profiles: Sophie’s Dream Team
Tikun Olam
Tikun Olam is the flagbearer of the research and development of medicinal cannabis in Israel. The company was the first to receive a license to supply to patients, and has since created multiple strains -- including the world’s first “highless marijuana strain,” Αϖιδεκελ -- all of which are proven to treat certain disorders ranging from epilepsy to Crohn’s disease. Tikun Olam, … [Read more...] about Tikun Olam
CannaKids
CannaKids is on track to become a leader in cannabis-led treatments for children and adults. The California-based company first launched in March 2014, one year after its founders – Tracy and Josh Ryan – began treating their own daughter, Sophie, with concentrated cannabis oil. Sophie’s Story: Sophie Isabella Ryan was born on October 3rd, 2012, perfectly healthy and … [Read more...] about CannaKids
