Patenting pot: How patent law could affect the cannabis industry

Patents are the legal equivalent of calling “dibs” on an idea or product and can be used as legal safeguards against competitors. In a fast-growing industry like cannabis, new businesses may look into ways to safeguard their enterprises. According to Forbes, the US Patent Office has received almost 1,500 cannabis patent applications since 1942, with…

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Product Review: CBD Daily Soothing Serum & Intensive Cream

CBD products are a part of what is estimated to be a billion-dollar marijuana industry here in the United States. For those unfamiliar with CBD oil, its scientific name is cannabidiol. It’s a naturally occurring substance in cannabis, derived from hemp that isn’t psychoactive like THC but still has all the great effects. Hemp is…

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Mixing Cannabis and Alcohol: Should You Do It?

Up until recently in California, CBD cocktails were some of the most expensive and trending drinks in Los Angeles bars and cafes. Ever since California’s approved recreational marijuana law went into effect at the beginning of 2018, bars, cafes, and restaurants were serving up CBD and THC infused drinks to their patrons. Assembly Bill 2914,…

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Making Medicated Meals More Accessible with Jeffthe420Chef & My420Tours!

Cooking with cannabis is a science that can be difficult to master. For those less culinarily inclined, fear not, you can still enjoy the benefits of a cannabis-infused meal without the hassle. Residents of California are blessed with the presence of Jeffthe420Chef, the inventor of “tasteless” cannabutter and cannaoil. Jeffthe420Chef occasionally holds events like medicated…

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Marijuana Reform: AB1793 Gives Californians With a Record a Fresh Start

Just a couple weeks ago Canada legalized marijuana, making it the second country and the first G7 nation to implement this legislation. Other G7 nations such as France, Germany, Italy, and Japan have yet to follow suit, making Canada a trailblazer. Canada also announced plans to pardon Canadians with cannabis possession charges of 30 grams…

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La Familia Horchata White Chocolate by HerbanMedi

Edibles are a fantastic way to get medicated without the hassle and unwanted odor of traditional smoking. Fans of cannabis-infused treats and chocolates most likely think of Kiva Confections when recalling well-known brands. I’m here to bring up a strong contender of the mainstream brand: La Familia Chocolates. La Familia Chocolates is a product of…

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