Author: Joe

Hi, it’s Joe here and apart from writing I’m a Santa Monica surf-dude. I love it bro’, surfing first and then writing. It’s my freelance gigs that allow me to live this lifestyle because when the surf’s up I can hit the beach at any time of day and leave the writing to after-dark. It’s a great way to live, man, and Santa Monica is probably the coolest place to be in the whole of California. The beaches are fantastic, the nightlife is great and what I love best is that I don’t have to interrupt my writing because I can get my weed delivered straight to my door!

Medical Marijuana Dispensary Pros and Cons Discussed in Portsmouth

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Medical marijuana is on the rise in the USA. 29 states currently allow the use of medical marijuana, and in one sense the floodgates have been opened. Many states are afraid of missing out on the “action”, as it has been demonstrated time and time again that marijuana is wonderful for the creation of jobs and industries. But the topic is fiercely debated, and the implementation of marijuana comes with its own set of hurdles. It is not as easy as allowing patients access as there are a huge number…

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Retail marijuana is spreading to California, Massachusetts and Maine

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One of the biggest issues in America at the moment is marijuana legalization. Next year, three states (California, Massachusetts and Maine) are set to legalize recreational marijuana. California is the biggest of these three with an industry that dwarfs all others in size and scope, and legalization comes into force there on the 2nd of January. This means that on this date retail stores will be open in the region and guests will finally be able to purchase their long-awaited marijuana joints in the setting of their choosing. Maine and…

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Medical Marijuana Patients Report Reduction in use of Prescription Drugs

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Illinois is one of 29 states who have legalized medical marijuana but not recreational marijuana. There are currently 25,000 certified medical marijuana patients in the state. The official stance on marijuana has long been that it is a dangerous form of drug that acts as a gateway drug to more hardcore substances. According to Attorney General Sessions this is the main reason why there needs to be a crackdown, as it leads to more crime. A Reduction in Prescription Use But all data seems to indicate that the opposite is…

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No Hope for Medical Marijuana in Senate

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Marijuana is still illegal at the Federal level. Meaning that technically speaking users can be thrown in jail for smoking marijuana, and marijuana cannot be sent across borders as this is a violation of Federal law. It also means that there is much regulatory uncertainty, as businesses can be busted by the Federal government for distributing an “illegal” substance. Further, Canadians crossing the border can be, and have been, deported and banned from the USA from admitting to legally smoking marijuana in their own country. The situation is somewhat bizarre…

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As the Top Pot-Producing State in The Nation, California Could Be on Thin Ice with The Federal Government

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Things are not well in the American marijuana industry. Despite an increase in awareness and acceptance there have been a number of hurdles and stiff resistance from certain factions. There is also no small number of logistical issues in terms of implementation of all the rules and regulations in a timely manner as well as getting the quality and quality of marijuana correct. Cannabis is still an illegal drug at the federal level, a position that is causing much difficulty both locally and internationally (Canadians can be refused entry and…

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Confusion lingers over health-related pros and cons of marijuana

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Many are convinced that marijuana is the way forward for a free and health future. For others, the issue of the health effects of marijuana is not quite so clear cut and many concerns remain. The scientific benefits of weed are astounding, and multiple conditions are believed to be alleviated to a degree through regular weed use. How Marijuana Works The reason marijuana works so well is because of THC, which mimics a compound naturally found in the human body; anandamide. This “bliss” molecule works on the endocannabinoid receptors in the brain…

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Ontarians Deserve the Marijuana Retail System They Got

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Ontario is a gigantic Canadian province that will soon have, at most, 150 government-owned cannabis outlets. These will be the only storefronts serving the entire region. Understandably, the public is unhappy, and the media agrees with headlines such as “Pot legalization is already a mess,” “Marijuana mess ensures black market will survive,” and “Ontario announces it will make buying pot difficult.” Any marijuana enthusiasts in Canada that are reading these headlines, and particularly those living in Ontario, may finally be realizing two naked and very hard truths. The first is…

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Illegal Pot Farms Contaminating California Water with Banned Pesticides

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California’s forests are hiding plenty of illegal marijuana farms. Now, toxic chemicals from these operations are seeping into streams and rivers, feeding the state’s water supply, and making the water unfit for human or animal consumption. Fears abound now that all living creatures in parts of California are at risk. Evidence of potentially deadly pollutants in watersheds across Central and Northern California is just the latest environmental damage done by thousands of illegal marijuana plantations, which, according to law enforcement, are mainly drug cartels growing weed for customers in other…

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What Happens When Taking Cannabis and Pharma Drugs Side-By-Side?

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Taking Cannabis and Pharma Drugs

Taking cannabis is an effective medicine by itself, and it does complement many pharmaceuticals in some cases. However, taking pharma drugs with cannabis is not always the best idea. It is imperative that patients understand the potential side effects of specific pharmaceutical drugs, as well as any complications they may cause when interacting with marijuana. For some patients, cannabis helps to manage the side effects of certain pharmaceuticals more effectively. For others, using marijuana could reduce the dosage requirements of some medications. Every person is unique. Cannabis affects everyone differently.…

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10 Famous People Supporting Marijuana Legalization

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Famous People Supporting Marijuana Legalization

More than half of the United States has, to some degree or other, decriminalized or legalized marijuana.  With the legalization of marijuana in various states, ordering weed online has become very easy. In these times, the celebrity-worshiping voting public did not get there without some familiar and influential faces. Notable film and music personalities have always been outspoken about their support, but now, even religious icons and travel writers are doing their bit to spread to marijuana advocacy. Without further ado, here are 10 famous figures influencing public opinion of…

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