Category: Miscellaneous

Study: Marijuana Users Are Much More Likely to Exercise Than Drink or Eat Fast Food

A new survey challenges outdated stereotypes about marijuana users, showing they are far more likely to regularly work out than to drink alcohol or eat fast food. The poll, conducted by cannabis telehealth platform NuggMD, asked marijuana consumers about the frequency with which they engage in common lifestyle activities, including drinking, exercising, and eating fast …

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Despite Being First to Legalize, Washington State’s Cannabis Market Continues to Fall Behind

More than a decade after Washington voters joined Colorado in making history by being the first to legalize recreational marijuana, the state’s cannabis market remains plagued by outdated and restrictive policies that continue to set it apart—unfavorably—from other legal states. Washington was among the first to embrace adult-use legalization with the passage of Initiative 502 …

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Oregon, Michigan and Massachusetts Among Cheapest Legal Cannabis States (as of June 2025)

Cannabis prices continue to vary drastically from state to state, based on a variety of factors. Due to substantial differences in tax rates, regulatory structures and market dynamics, the average cost per gram of dried cannabis flower ranges from just above $3 per gram, to well over $10 per gram, depending on the state. In …

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The 30 Most Popular Marijuana Concentrates Explained: From Live Resin and Wax to Kief and Terp Sauce

As marijuana legalization expands across the United States, so too does the popularity of cannabis concentrates—potent extracts that offer a faster onset and stronger effects than traditional flower. With dozens of varieties lining dispensary shelves, understanding the differences between concentrate types can help consumers make informed choices. Below are 30 of the most popular marijuana …

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Republicans Push to Outlaw Hemp-Derived THC and Cannabinoid Products Across the United States: What the Proposed Ban Means

A Republican-led proposal in the U.S. House is moving forward with language that would federally ban a wide range of hemp-derived cannabinoid products, setting the stage for a significant nationwide shift in hemp regulation, especially when it comes to hemp-derived THC. The legislation, advanced today by the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, includes a provision …

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Johns Hopkins Launches First-Ever Psilocybin Trial for Stroke Recovery

Johns Hopkins University is launching a groundbreaking clinical trial exploring whether psilocybin-assisted therapy can help stroke survivors regain motor function—even years after their injury. The study is part of a new agreement between Johns Hopkins and Rose Hill Life Sciences, a company that holds exclusive rights to intellectual property surrounding psilocybin-based treatments for neurological damage. …

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CBD Life Sciences Releases New CBD Suppositories for Vaginal and Rectal Relief

CBD Life Sciences Inc. (CBDL) has entered the $2.8 billion global suppository market with the launch of its new line of CBD-infused vaginal and rectal suppositories, offering consumers an alternative delivery method for fast-acting, localized relief. The Arizona-based company says its new products provide a unique approach to addressing issues such as menstrual cramps, endometriosis, …

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CNBC’s Jim Cramer Calls Aurora Cannabis “a Nice Speculative Stock”

During a recent segment of CNBC’s Mad Money, host Jim Cramer gave a cautiously optimistic take on Aurora Cannabis, calling it “a nice speculative stock.” Cramer made the comments in response to a viewer named Eric from New York, who called in saying: “My question, ECB Aurora Cannabis.” Cramer replied: “You know I keep thinking …

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What’s the Difference Between Cannabis Sativa and Indica? What’s Hybrid Cannabis? A Breakdown

When browsing marijuana dispensaries or reading strain reviews, you’re bound to encounter the terms “sativa,” “indica,” and “hybrid.” These categories have long been used to describe the physical traits, growth patterns, and purported effects of different marijuana strains. But how accurate are these labels—and what do they really mean? Here’s a breakdown of what separates …

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Texas’s Medical Cannabis Compassionate Use Program: A Full Breakdown of the Law and What’s Coming Next

Over the last decade, Texas’s medical-cannabis program – known as the Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) – has remained among the strictest in the nation, but an expansion could be forthcoming. In 2015, Governor Greg Abbott signed into law the Texas Compassionate Use Act, which allowed only a very limited, low-THC marijuana oil for epilepsy patients. …

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