By Jimi Devine, Ellen Holland, and Matt Jackson It’s tough to make it in weed these days, but these brands show us that they can survive and thrive. Here are the cannabis companies that came out on top for us in 2023. Dee Thai Courtesy Dee Thai These solventless rosin edibles break the mold of traditional gummy flavors through the incorporation of tropical fruits. Created by Natura and available in California, Dee Thai is the brainchild of Josh Schmidt, Natura’s vice president of business develo...[Read More]
Working Out With Cannabis for Beginners by Lisa Smith Most people want to enjoy the benefits of better health, but many of us can’t get ourselves going for a workout, or we have trouble getting the full benefit of the exercise time available to us. What might surprise some people is the fact that many view cannabis to be the key to getting the most from the exercise time they have. With cannabis becoming legal in jurisdictions around the country, we are starting to see an increase in health-cons...[Read More]
Access to mental health services continues to be limited despite the rising number of people who have reported experiencing anxiety and depression. One of the most significant barriers is the high cost of conventional therapy and medications. It’s no wonder that more and more people have turned to natural alternatives, such as CBD. These alternatives provide a more affordable way to manage or reduce their symptoms. We don’t encourage switching right away to CBD without knowing what it can do for...[Read More]
Many of you will have heard about the most recent Curaleaf scandal, but unfortunately, it really isn’t getting the media traction it deserves. Curaleaf Holdings Inc. is an American cannabis company that is currently being sued by two employees over the theft of tips to the tune of around $50k. Interestingly this isn’t the first legal battle that this company has been involved in or even the only current legal issue involving the company. So let’s have a little look at who the company is, wha...[Read More]
Today, we will examine two of the most popular CBD brands today: CBDfx and cbdMD. These wellness companies have been around even before CBD’s popularity skyrocketed in 2018. As such, each brand has had enough time to build a strong presence among cannabis fans and develop a wide array of hemp-derived products to satisfy the market’s growing demands. In this comparative analysis of the two CBD brands, we will first look at the current status of each company. Then, we’re going to delve into the di...[Read More]
Millions of Americans suffer from sleep deprivation every day. Whether it’s due to physical pain, mental disorders, or elevated stress level, the lack of sleep can leave a massive impact on our daily lives. It has been associated with poor performance, accidents, unstable moods, and higher risks of developing more severe health conditions. Nowadays, we have a wide variety of sleep aids at our disposal. Unfortunately, selecting the wrong product can leave us feeling tired or unfocused the followi...[Read More]
4/20 is much more than a day to pad corporate pockets — it’s a celebration of cannabis and community. It’s a day to get together with your favorite people and share your favorite green in honor of the many ways this little plant has changed our lives. It’s a day where we thank the Waldos for setting an extremely random time to go on a Cannabis Treasure Hunt. With those sentiments at heart, here are five wholesome ways to celebrate 420 and your love for cannabis. Donate to a can...[Read More]
The long-awaited High Times Cannabis Cup Oregon: People’s Choice Edition 2023 results are finally here! It’s been eight months since we announced our return to explore the Beaver State, and the wait has finally ended. It’s an especially unique return too, given that technically we haven’t been back to check out Oregon’s plethora of offerings since our People’s Choice Edition cup was announced in July 2020, and results were published in January 2021. That all being said, a lot has changed since o...[Read More]
Originating millions of years ago, Cannabis has become one of the most familiar plants in the entire world. Here’s how it got from a humble weed to everyone’s favorite, well…weed. The origin of wild Cannabis sativa has been debated for years. As a 2018 study published In Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research notes, determining when the species first evolved was complicated by the lack of fossil records. But, by examining DNA mutation rates, scientists were able to deduce tha...[Read More]
Many of Massachusetts’ most exquisite cannabis products are smoked or consumed, but few are chosen. Cannabis Cups showcase the best cannabis products around, and the ones that really stood out rose to the top. The final results are astounding, and we’re proud to announce that Massachusetts is home to cannabis that’s better than ever. Last year, 2023 rang in the third year that we’ve hosted our High Times Cannabis Cup: People’s Choice Edition in the Bay State. And to kick off 2024, we’re announc...[Read More]
The Orkney Isles are some of the most beautiful places you can visit in Scotland. Whether you enjoy Neolithic history, stunning rolling countryside, fascinating wildlife or swimming in a sea that is freezing almost 100% of the time. Obviously, all of those things could be massively improved by being high. There is nothing better than getting stoned and tottering down to the beach to laugh at seals. If you get a beautiful sunny day then getting stoned and going for a long walk over the hills is...[Read More]
According to the 2019 Consumer Reports, 74% of the participants have reported buying CBD from dispensaries or retail stores, while only 27% made their CBD purchases through online retailers. However, this market trend has changed quite rapidly because of the recent global pandemic. By the following year, 45% of the consumers have bought CBD products through e-commerce platforms. Another report indicates that the official websites of CBD brands generated more than half of the online CBD sales. No...[Read More]
Fluent Beverages has been Labatt’s non-alcoholic CBD beverage unit in Canada since 2018. The company has just recently announced that it will cease operations of this business in Canada, adding even more uncertainty to the overall CBD industry in Canada. Fluent was originally formed from a partnership between cannabis producer Tilray and the world’s larger beer brewer, AB InBev. Fluent was created in 2018 but three months ago AB InBev left Fluent under the supervision of Labatt, which is a subsi...[Read More]
“Approximately 70 percent of the labels reported THC percentages more than 15 percent higher than what was quantified through the lab.” By Anna Schwabe, University of Colorado Boulder Cannabis flower sold in Colorado claims to contain much more tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, than it actually does, according to my findings published in the peer-reviewed journal Plos One. THC is the psychoactive compound that is derived when cannabis flower—commonly referred to as “bud”—is heated through smoking or...[Read More]
It’s safe to say that the hemp industry in Minnesota is on shaky ground for the time being. The CBD industry in the state is close to panic mode. Last year a state appeals court ruling really hurt the industry. That ruling cast doubt on whether it is legal to sell or possess almost all types of CBD products. Recently retailers and producers have been faced with more cease and desist letters when it comes to Minnesota-made CBD products. On the other hand, large national retail brands seem to be f...[Read More]
Hop latent viroid (HLVd) has gained attention as the molecular cause of “dudding disease” and is causing significant economic losses in the cannabis industry.1,2 Estimates indicate that upwards of 4 billion dollars of market value are lost each year to this pathogen alone.3 The impact of HLVd on cannabis plants necessitates the development and implementation of effective pathogen diagnostics to mitigate its spread and minimize crop damage. With collaborative research efforts, we can gain valuabl...[Read More]
For the past couple of years, several wellness centers worldwide have joined the CBD hype. By enhancing their traditional services with CBD oils, topicals, and edibles, they have managed to take relaxation and bliss to the next level with CBD spa treatments. Given how diverse and accessible CBD products are these days, you don’t have to shell out hundreds or even thousands of dollars just to experience the wonders of CBD spa treatments. In this article, we will discuss its pros and cons and shar...[Read More]
If you’ve been reading our blog posts and reviews here at TheCBDGuru.org, you have likely noticed our frequent reminders to read through the COA (certificate of analysis) of a CBD product before buying it. The same advice can be found in various health and wellness articles, and several leading CBD brands take pride in the results indicated on their product COAs. Experienced buyers know the rationale behind this precautionary measure. Still, with the ever-rising popularity of cannabinoids, the n...[Read More]
TESTSTSARDSAR As Tobacco Demand Wanes, Malawi Farmers Look To Cannabis by Frank Schuler Could cannabis farming replace tobacco crops for Malawi’s farmers? The life of a small-scale farmer is not an easy one. After all, there are no set hours and there are no days off. From sunrise to sunset you have to do as much as you can to get the most out of every day, especially during non-winter months. Tobacco farmers have it even harder in that the crop that they cultivate is surrounded by a great deal ...[Read More]