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Dr. Paula Dall’Stella at ICRS conference in Montreal, June 2017

ICRS 2017: Report from Montreal

New findings highlight CBD’s therapeutic potential for cancer, epilepsy, Alzheimer’s, high blood pressure, and other disorders.
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CBD & Parkinson’s Disease

The endocannabinoid system and digestive imbalance play major roles in Parkinson's disease. Cannabis medicine may help.
 Why did cannabis become so popular in the 1960s?

Marijuana for the Masses

Why did cannabis become so popular in the 1960s? And why is it even more popular today?
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Project CBD Responds to CA’s Proposed Testing Requirements

Project CBD critiques California’s proposed regulations for cannabis testing regarding pesticides, heavy metals, and solvents and makes recommendations for amending them.

Dosing THCA: Less Is More

Discover the clinical and laboratory research on THCA for epilepsy, chronic pain, digestive disorders, and more.

Cannabis & Spirituality

This book excerpt by Kathleen Harrison discusses some of the historical cultural and spiritual uses of the cannabis plant across the globe.
Lack of pesticides regulation in the cannabis industry

Burning Issue: Cannabis Pesticide Regulations Need Rethink

Two common pesticides used on cannabis highlight the inconsistency of current pesticide regulations. Learn why it is paramount to study the health effects of heating pesticides.​
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Claws & Effect: Cannabis Medicine for Pets

All beings with a backbone have an endocannabinoid system. Is cannabis medicine a good option for the health of your dog or cat?
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Cannabis, Mood & Depression

Linda A. Parker explains the mood enhancing and anti-depressant qualities of CBD and THC.
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Toxic Vape Oil Additives Endanger Patients

Vape pens are a trendy and discrete. But, commonly used thinning agents are harmful when heated and inhaled.

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