Category: News
Study: CBD Can Treat Heroin Addiction
CBD, a non-psychoactive component of the cannabis and hemp plants, can be used to help treat heroin addiction according to a new study. Researchers in New York found that CBD – also known as cannabidiol – can reduce drug cravings in heroin addicts. This increasingly popular health supplement is being used by consumers to treat
Great-Grandmother Arrested at Disney World for Possessing CBD Oil
A 69-year-old great-grandmother was arrested in front of Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World for possession of CBD oil. No we are not making this up. Hester Burkhalter, the great-grandmother who was simply trying to enjoy a family vacation, was using the CBD oil upon recommendation of her doctor in North Carolina. She told Fox
FDA Approves Phillip Morris’ IQOS Heat-Not-Burn Device: Here’s When You Can Buy it
The Food and Drug Administration has just cleared Phillip Morris International and its U.S. partner Altria to start selling the IQOS heat-not-burn device in the United States. Phillip Morris had previously submitted two different applications for the device: one to sell it and one to market it as safer than combustible cigarettes. The first application,
Harvard Vaping Study Claims Popular Vaping Products Contain These Toxins
Popular vaping products may be contaminated with bacterial and fungal toxins, according to a new study conducted by Harvard. The study looked at 75 of the most popular vaping products from 2013 (why 2013?!). The research team found that 23% contained traces of endotoxin and 81% contained traces of glucan. Endotoxins are found on Gram-negative
Teen Social Media “Celebrities” Like Zoe Laverne are Getting Caught Vaping
According to the FDA, we’re currently in the midst of a “teen vaping epidemic”. While the debate has mainly revolved around how we can prevent underage users from buying vapes, the question of why teens want to vape in the first place isn’t discussed as frequently. Understandably so. It can be hard for most older
Carl’s Jr. Will Sell a CBD Cheeseburger on 4/20 for $4.20
Carl’s Jr. is making history this upcoming 4/20 by offering a CBD-infused burger for the low price of $4.20. On Saturday, Carls Jr. will unveil the “Rocky Mountain High: Cheeseburger Delight” at a single restaurant in Denver. With this one-day-only test, Carls Jr. will become the first company in the world to sell a CBD-infused
Kiradech Aphibarnrat is the Biggest Cloud Chaser in Golfing
If you’ve been following golf closely over the past few years, you’ve definitely heard of Kiradech Aphibarnrat. The widely-loved pro golfer has been called “the most interesting man in golf” and “Asia’s John Daly”. Aphibarnrat plays all over the world on multiple tours and has gained a reputation for his hilarious interviews and likable personality.
Did Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson Take CBD at the Masters?
Tiger Woods’ victory at the Masters is a comeback story for the ages. After a series of scandals and losses, Tiger was back in perfect form at the 2019 Masters, securing a victory reminiscent of 20 years ago. Except for one minor detail: his gum-chewing habit. Did Tiger Woods chew CBD gum at the Masters?
These Three Companies are Being Sued Over a Vape Pen Explosion
Three different companies are facing a lawsuit from 25-year-old David Bishop of Cordova, TN, who claims that they are responsible for a vape pen that exploded in his face. Before going to work one morning last year, Bishop claims that he decided to use an e-cigarette. According to his lawsuit, when he placed the device
Walgreens and CVS Will Sell CBD in These States
Two of the largest drugstore chains in the United States have recently announced that they will begin selling CBD in select stores in certain states. CBD, also known as Cannabidiol, comes from the hemp plant; a close relative of the marijuana plant. While marijuana contains CBD, it also contains the psychoactive substance THC, which causes
Why is Kim Kardashian Having a CBD-Themed Baby Shower?
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are expecting their fourth child. The baby, who will be born via surrogate, will join his oddly-named siblings North, Chicago, and Saint. But the most noteworthy aspect of the upcoming birth is the baby shower. Why? Well Kim Kardashian decided that she wants the baby shower to be a more
Sophie Turner Spotted Vaping With a Juul
Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner was at a New York Rangers game a couple weeks ago when the Jumbotron focused in on her. Without skipping a beat, she chugged a glass of red wine for the camera and the crowd went crazy. But more relevant to vape nerds like us, it turns out that
Video: Mike Tyson Calls CBD a “Miracle Oil”
In the latest episode of Joey Diaz’s podcast The Church of What’s Happening Now, former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson discussed his new weed business. The discussion between him and Joey Diaz quickly turned to CBD, also known as cannabidiol. Joey Diaz asked Tyson “You love CBD oil?” The champ replied “Yeah, I think it’s