CHCE 2017 – Ethan Russo – Cannabis Pharmacology Ethan Russo, MD, is a board-certified neurologist, psychopharmacology researcher, and Medical Director of PHYTECS, a biotechnology company researching and developing innovative approaches targeting the human Endocannabinoid system. Previously, from 2003-2014, he served as Senior Medical Advisor and study physician to GW Pharmaceuticals for numerous Phase I-III clinical […]
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Graham Hancock – Cognitive Liberty and Cannabis Legalization
End of the Inquisition? Cognitive liberty, adult sovereignty, and the legalization of cannabis Graham Hancock is the author of the major international non-fiction bestsellers The Sign and the Seal, Fingerprints of the Gods, The Message of the Sphinx, Heaven’s Mirror, Underworld and Supernatural, and of the epic adventure novels Entangled and War God. His books […]
How Can Cannabis Help in the Treatment of Depression
Sophie Addison Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses around the world. The fact that it is affecting more than 15 million Americans age 18 and over each year and the fact that there is not one exact cause for its occurrence makes Depression a very serious mental illness. Luckily, there are a number […]
How Can Cannabis Be Beneficial for Your Brain Health?
Sophie Addison Cannabis – the most popular yet illegal plant in the world right now. Also, the plant that has been gaining more and more voices for its legalization all over the world. And while some countries do support its usage and have made it a legal plant to enjoy, still the number that have not is bigger. What […]
Cannabis Digest Full Issue 52 – Spring 2017
Read the Full Spring Issue of the Cannabis Digest quarterly journal for free online today. Including stories from Russell Barth (Ottawa), Tracy Lamourie (Toronto) and Kristen Mann (Alberta) and Julia Veintrop (Victoria). Pick up a free physical copy in cannabis oriented stores today. Contact our advertising department to make an inquiry about becoming a distributor and featuring […]
Spring Issue #52 Cover Art
Check out the awesome art work that is featured on the cover of the Spring Issue #52 of the Cannabis Digest quarterly publication. Issue #52 went to print before 4/20, so be sure to reach as many people as we can. Look out for this iconic image in a headshop, coffeeshop or dispensary near you. If you […]
Interview with Doctor Ira Price
Tracy Lamourie Dr. Ira Price is an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Division of Emergency Medicine through the Department of Internal Medicine at McMaster University. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons trained in Emergency Medicine, with a Fellowship in Sports Medicine. Dr. Price is internationally known for his leadership […]
Ontario Updates: Raids, Arrests and 420
Tracy Lamourie This issue marks my one year anniversary writing this column, so let me start it by thanking you all for coming along on this journey with me. The last 12 months have been interesting ones in the canna world, to say the least, and as we look ahead to spring and summer 2017, […]
The Clone Corner Plant Cloning RECIPE
Brent H. Clone Corner Riddle me this Riddle me that, how do I get my plant roots to act? We all love this plant and what it can do, yet what seems like an easy endeavour can become troublesome when propagating cuttings from mother plants. Here are some tips to follow that will make all […]
Study: Patients Opt for Cannabis Over Prescription Meds
Helen Davids New Research Shows Patients with a Choice Opt for Cannabis over Prescription Meds Research undertaken by the University of British Columbia and University of Victoria has shown that given the choice, those suffering from chronic pain, and those taking medication for mental health conditions, would choose cannabis over their medication. Lead author of […]