New survey data from Gallup shows that just under half of Americans have tried cannabis. The results are based on the annual Consumption Habits poll that was conducted in July 2021. The Gallup data shows a steady increase in usage over the decades. More than 50 [...]
Architects Lemoal Lemoal has created the country’s first public building, the Pierre Chevet sports centre built from hempcrete in France. The 380 square metre sports centre is based in the town of Croissy-Beaubourg near Paris. The building contains an exercise hall and changing rooms. The walls [...]
The terpenes found in cannabis are thought to help with sleep issues such as insomnia. Did you know that terpenes can also be found in other plants? Cannabis may help with lengthening sleep time, improving the quality and shortening the time it takes to fall asleep. [...]
A new study from the University of South Australia revealed that cannabis use increased during lockdown while other drug consumption decreased. Researchers discovered that cannabis use increased while alcohol consumption fell during the first lockdown. They also noted a decrease in the use of drugs such [...]
Epidyolex, the CBD-based medicine, has been approved for use in the UK as a treatment for seizures associated with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). Approval from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) means Epidyolex can now be used as an adjunctive treatment of seizures associated with [...]
A new randomised clinical study examined the effectiveness of CBD for frontline workers experiencing emotional exhaustion and burnout symptoms It’s been a difficult time for frontline workers who have had to endure the worst of the pandemic. A poll by SAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health) [...]
A new Australian study showed that speech production could be affected in individuals who consume cannabis. An objective analysis of the audio samples for timing, vocal control and quality revealed subtle differences between cannabis users and non-users. Stereotypical depictions of cannabis users speech often suggests low [...]
Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation in joints. In the UK, more than 10 million people have arthritis or other similar conditions. It is a disease that can affect people of all ages including children. Sponsored feature Although there is no cure [...]
A campaign from a new cannabis industry coalition has been launched with the aim of preventing censorship of CBD products. The Cellular Telecommunications and Internet Association (CTIA), a non-profit trade organisation that monitors US content relating to sex, hate, alcohol, firearms and tobacco (collectively known as [...]
One of the UK’s most trusted CBD companies, Provacan shares with us their top categories and which categories have fallen out of favour over the past year. Sponsored feature Provacan is the flagship brand of Cannabis Healthcare company – CiiTECH. The brand has always placed its [...]
Cannabis use is not independently associated with a lack of motivation or increased risk of ‘amotivational syndrome,” according to data from a US study. A US study that took over two years to complete has shown that cannabis alone isn’t associated with a loss of motivation. [...]
Both CBD and turmeric are thought to have great benefits for inflammation and ridding the body of toxins. They are now being combined as food, capsules, oil and coffees. But how does it work? Turmeric Turmeric is the spice that gives curries a vibrant yellow colour. [...]
Change control, when it comes to quality management systems in manufacturing, processing and producing products such as cannabis edibles or vape pens, is a process where changes to a product or production line are introduced in a controlled and coordinated manner. The purpose of change control [...]
On August 11, PathogenDx announced that they received an AOAC Performance Tested Methods Certificate for their QuantX total yeast and mold test. Six days later, on August 17, Medicinal Genomics announced that AOAC approved their PathoSEEK 5-Color Aspergillus Multiplex Assays under the same AOAC Performance Tested [...]
Cross Contamination Cross Contamination – noun – “inadvertent transfer of bacteria or other contaminants from one surface, substance, etc., to another especially because of unsanitary handling procedures. – (Mariam Webster, 2021). Cross contamination is not a new concept in the clinical and food lab industries; many [...]
As the legalization of cannabis in the U.S. continues to grow, stringent regulatory requirements around the country are being adopted to ensure that only safe and high-quality cannabis is sold. The U.S. cannabis testing market is estimated to see tremendous growth over the coming years. Further, [...]
As sales of Delta 8 increase, hemp and cannabis industry infighting increases right along with it. Some hemp leaders say they object to Delta 8 simply because it’s intoxicating: “Hemp is nourishing….hemp is not intoxicating,” the president of the U.S. Hemp Authority President told Hemp Grower [...]
In 2002, Dale Katechis revolutionized craft beer. A seemingly simple packaging decision, putting craft beer in a can, sparked an international movement and put craft beer on the map. Before the craft beer market really gained steam, consumers associated good beer with glass bottles and larger [...]
In this “Flower-Side Chats” series of articles, Green interviews integrated cannabis companies and flower brands that are bringing unique business models to the industry. Particular attention is focused on how these businesses integrate innovative practices to navigate a rapidly changing landscape of regulations, supply chain and [...]
The recent IPCC report on climate change revealed the shocking state of the environment with a code red warning. As this shows no sign of slowing down, we ask if hemp could provide a code green solution. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report didn’t [...]
A case study from Poland on cannabis use by a patient with treatment-resistant stuttering showed potential sustained improvements in speech fluency. Researchers affiliated with the Medical University of Warsaw in Poland and The Hannover Medical School in Germany have published the report in the journal Cannabis [...]
Megastar Beyonce has revealed how CBD has helped her with “restlessness” and “inflammation” whilst on tour. In an interview with fashion magazine Harper’s Bazaar, Beyonce Knowles revealed she discovered CBD on her last music tour, saying it helps her with restlessness and soreness. Not only has [...]
One of America’s largest cannabis companies has been made the official CBD partner of The Professional Fighters League (PFL) and the PFL Athlete Wellness and Performance Program. The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced an agreement with Columbia Care, one of the largest cultivators, manufacturers and [...]
Experts at Integro Clinics explain how cannabis medicines can help alleviate and manage the excruciating pain of migraine. Migraine can be a devastating and utterly miserable condition that can have a profound effect upon the patient’s quality of life, but medical cannabis can offer an effective, [...]
Employees said it reduced stress and boosted productivity A US study has revealed that 15 percent of remote workers used cannabis at work during the pandemic. According to the findings, from online cannabis resource, American Marijuana, workers said it reduced stress and boosted productivity. It may [...]
A new CBD café has opened in Cumbria in the hope of tackling misconceptions about the cannabinoid. The county has welcomed its first ever CBD cafe, which aims to educate the public about CBD, while serving up coffee and cakes. After Covid-19 hindered their plans, West [...]
High profile campaigner Vera Twomey has responded to neurologists who expressed concern over products likely to be offered through the Medical Cannabis Access Programme. Doctors treating patients with epilepsy appear to be planning to shun the Irish Government’s Medical Cannabis Access Programme (MCAP). Several neurologists and [...]
An Australian survey of women with endometriosis stated that 13 percent use cannabis to manage their symptoms, pharmacist Dr Stacia Woodcock discusses the findings. Endometriosis occurs when the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) grows outside of the uterine cavity in other areas of the body, [...]
A new cannabis trade organisation will help shape the next phase of the regulated cannabis sector on the British Isles. In a landmark development for the cannabis industry the Cannabis Services Advisory Board, has been established in Jersey to act as an official conduit between industry [...]
Patients attending Product Earth this summer will have the opportunity to test their own medical cannabis at the major UK hemp and CBD event. The UK’s largest CBD and hemp expo will take place in the West Midlands from 20-22 August to highlight the vast potential [...]
The Dutch Government has pledged €1.4 million for research into medical cannabis in children with treatment-resistant epilepsy. The research will explore whether medical cannabis reduces the frequency and/or severity of epileptic seizures in children. This is the second grant for medical cannabis research to be made [...]
A first-of-its-kind report reveals that the majority of consumers believe CBD to have a positive effect on their quality of life, among other emerging trends. New Frontier Data, an analytics firm specialising in the global cannabis industry has released a new report examining cannabis regulations in [...]
Former NFL player Chris Hetherington has founded his own CBD – and it’s made from orange peel. New wellness brand Peels, which officially launched on 3 August, was founded by 11-year NFL veteran and seasoned CEO Chris Hetherington. Peels’ claims its molecularly identical CBD acts in [...]
Young people who identify as lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) are more likely to self-medicate with cannabis to cope with depression, according to a new study. The study, from Université de Montréal, offers some answers.analysed data collected from 1,548 adolescent boys and girls – including 128 [...]
The flagship CBD supplement brand of British Cannabis, has moved into exciting new CBD product format territory, with the release of Canabidol CBD Dermal Patches. As part of a continuous programme of research and innovation at British Cannabis, the company has now launched its CBD Dermal [...]
A quick and easy nutrient-rich bread made with hemp, taken from the recently published collection of recipes, Cooking with Hemp. It’s no secret that hemp is full of nutrients. Its seeds are second only to the soybean for plant-based protein sources, while also being a source [...]
In a world-first, a UK trial will test if a cannabis-based mouth spray can be used to treat aggressive brain tumours. A major trial of cannabis-based drug Sativex in treating the most aggressive form of brain tumour is set to launch at 15 NHS hospitals around [...]
Cannabis legalisation leads to a temporary decline in opioid-related emergency visits, indicating it is not serving as a “gateway” drug, says a new study. A new study has found that states which legalise recreational cannabis experience a short-term decline in opioid-related emergency department visits. This was [...]
The UK’s largest survey of medical cannabis consumers aims to give patients a voice in the campaign for policy reform. Europe’s largest patient union group Cancard, has now launched its first survey of medical cannabis patients in the UK. The study will take a ‘deep dive’ into [...]
Medical cannabis is offering new hope to those living with chronic back and spinal pain, writes Dr Anthony Ordman, hon. medical director of Integro Medical Clinics. Anthony Ordman spent over 20 years working in the Pain Management Clinic of London’s Royal Free Hospital, having set it [...]
After a serious car accident which wasn’t her fault, Catherine* was left with debilitating chronic pain as a result of her injuries. Seven and a half years on, medical cannabis has finally given the quality of life to be a mum to her four-year-old daughter. In [...]
A novel formulation of the cannabinoids THC and CBN was found to improve sleep in medical cannabis patients. The study, which appeared in the American Journal of Endocannabinoid Medicine, concluded that a repeat-action tablet formulation of THC and CBN was associated with improved sleep quality in [...]
The first case study of medical cannabis as a novel treatment for chronic pain has been published in the British Medical Journal. A medical cannabis patient living with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) has broken new ground in the move towards widespread acceptance of cannabis as a medicine. [...]
Andrea Willis, also known as Andie, has been battling with the UK’s healthcare system since the age of 16. Now in her 40’s she has found a treatment that works for controlling her pain and gives her a better quality of life. Andie Willis, 49, lives [...]
Cooking with cannabis is a trend that goes back decades, but now top chefs are embracing its benefits too. Juicy Fields shares a recipe for a Yellowfin tuna steak in hemp seed crust on avocado edamame salad. Cooking with cannabis is something that is getting more [...]
As an experiential marketer that works with a lot of vice-oriented brands, I’ve always been fascinated by the story of the rise of spirits in the US – a history marked by ingenuity in the face of heavy restrictions, clashing social norms, crime and political ideals. [...]
In this “Leaders in Cannabis Testing” series of articles, Green interviews cannabis testing laboratories and technology providers that are bringing unique perspectives to the industry. Particular attention is focused on how these businesses integrate innovative practices and technologies to navigate a rapidly changing landscape of regulatory [...]
Like any other natural product, the biomass of legal cannabis can be contaminated by several toxic agents such as heavy metals, organic solvents, microbes and pesticides, which significantly influence the safety of the end products. Let’s just consider the toxicological effects. Since cannabis products are not [...]
Cannabis testing is important for both operators and consumers, but there are some differences in what is important to each group. Obviously, safety and efficacy are important to both. Cannabis is primarily tested for safety reasons to ensure that consumers are receiving a product that is [...]
No business is perfect, especially when humans are part of the equation. But, how do you tackle fixing quality issues as they arise? The goal of this article is to shed some light on the value of a CAPA program and why many states are making [...]
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