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ISSUE #29 FEB. 2017

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10 Dispensary Map

Map of all dispensaries that support VCM

Las Vegas 22 Viva What to expect when traveling to Sin City

Education 26 Higher Nevada cannabis athletes for Pets 30 Hemp CBD & your dog's joint mobility and skin

Hat Column 36 The Nix 2 Sense: Las Vegas hosts the High Times Cannabis Cup

40 Getting the Most from Your Post Vaped Bud

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Ruckus Rant 44 The Healing oil Artist: Josh Lee 46 Extract Hopper Stone's monthly Tokin' with the Infamous interview.

DARE & the Cannabis 48 Can Industry Be Friends? It All On Green 50 Bet Top ten budtending skills Spotlight 52 Artist Juan Muniz

58 Events February event listing 70

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16 Cover Photo By: James Minchin

Willie Nelson: Legalization, Integrity & Environmental Responsibility

Dispensary Products What's new each month in our local dispensaries.

With Cannabis 84 Cooking With DJ Chef Fred

96 Resources Local resources for medical patients

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While our local dispensaries await licensing requirements and recreational regulations, we are starting to see some push back from local authorities and government officials. Question two was placed on the ballot and passed by Nevada voters. The majority of people living in Nevada have taken a common sense approach to legalization realizing that people should not be imprisoned for marijuana, that cannabis is safer than pharmaceuticals, tobacco and alcohol and that Nevada is in dire need of the tax revenue that recreational marijuana will bring. And the fact of the matter is, people are already using marijuana recreationally and have been for decades. Early this month, lawmakers will begin a 3-month session addressing new bills relative to recreational cannabis, the majority if not all have been introduced by Senator Tick Segerblom. One of the proposed bills would allow public marijuana-use permits to be issued for cannabis consumption. If passed, owners of lounges, cafes, and coffee shops, or those who hold events seeking open consumption of cannabis could apply for a public-use permit. Passing this bill only seems right. I mean, we allow tourists to visit Las Vegas and make purchases from our local dispensaries and then we tell them they are on their own to figure out where to safely consume. As for us locals, shouldn’t we be able to consume legal cannabis in designated areas much the same as people consume tobacco or alcohol? And, shouldn’t our medical patients be able to consume their physician-recommended medicine, again, in designated areas, if need be? It makes sense to regulate this industry, however, overregulation by government officials and industry leaders that are not or never have been consumers is becoming daunting. It is no secret that some of our government officials and industry leaders are simply entertaining both medical and recreational cannabis only to reap the financial rewards. There are laws in place that just do not make sense such as limiting the amount of THC in certain products if your dispensary is located in the City as opposed to the County. It was our lawmakers who decided that patients should be able to shop at any dispensary in the state. So, why put dispensaries located within the City of Las Vegas at a disadvantage? And, why force a patient to shop further from their residence in order to obtain certain products? We have patients that would greatly benefit from juicing fresh cannabis leaves, why insist that cultivators discard every unused portion of the plant instead of allowing them to donate or sell the fresh, non-psychoactive leaves to patients? And, all the focus on certain gummies being appealing to children - come on, anything sweet is appealing to children. That certainly does not mean that our production companies should not be allowed to make cookies and candy bars for patients, it means we need to educate our consumers on properly securing their medication as I hope they would do with pharmaceuticals. It is time to end the insanity and adjust our laws to suit real life and real people. My husband and I are both medical patients. We are “real people” and we will continue our support of the patients and recreational cannabis consumers. We do not pretend to be something we are not, and we value the relationships we have with our advertisers, readers and supporters. For this reason, we will always provide low-cost advertising while producing a quality, community-focused publication.

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T H E L AT E S T WILLIE NELSON: LEGALIZATION, INTEGRITY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY Willie Nelson & Redwood Team Up to Bring Willie's Reserve to Nevada BY STEPHANIE SHEHAN

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Award-winning musician, actor, author and longtime marijuana advocate Willie Nelson in partnership with Redwood, a Nevada based

cultivation is thrilled to announce the launch of Willie's Reserve, a premium cannabis brand here in Nevada. I had a chance to speak with

Nelson while he was in town to celebrate the launch and perform for fans at The Venetian. "I always knew that marijuana would be legalized," Nelson says. "I just never thought it would be in my lifetime." For decades, Nelson has served as the face of responsible marijuana use in the United States, while speaking out in favor of legalization for medical and recreational purposes. The nation's most renowned aficionado has awaited the opportunity to share the pleasures of fine-quality cannabis with his legions of fellow fans, and now, with top-grade, meticulously grown and beautifully packaged Willie's Reserve, he can. Willie's Reserve signature Ready Rolls and high quality flower will be cultivated exclusively through Redwood and made available at select dispensaries throughout

Nevada. Nelson has consulted with horticulturalists and cannabis farmers to assure any product labeled Willie's Reserve will maintain a standard worthy of his name. Consumers will be able to indulge with confidence, savoring each puff while knowing they're partaking in an age-old ritual that has bonded marijuana-lovers together since the first dried leaves were touched with flame. "I've smoked enough and I want to give back," Nelson continues. "Now that legalization is spreading across the country, there's a great opportunity to build a company that can help a lot of people. I hope it gives social justice to those who are incarcerated for doing what we're now doing legally. I am also committed to have our crops farmed in an environmentally responsible way; to revitalize small farms and to grow it as clean as possible. So far, I've really enjoyed meeting with the best growers." Nelson is passionate when addressing how this plant is often grown, especially in unregulated environments: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like it when they put chemicals and pesticides in it; that makes it not much better than a

regular old cigarette.” When asked whether he considers his own cannabis use medicinal or recreational, Nelson replies “When I get stoned, it’s not recreational use, it’s medicine, and it’s been proven to be medicine, end of story.” According to Nelson, cannabis cures what ails him, and it also keeps him from getting into trouble like he used to when consuming alcohol and

him, vaporizing is healthier than smoking. Nelson's steadfast legalization efforts have been altruistic as well as personal; he regards it as his duty to help Americans - including legislators - understand the benefits of marijuana use. And he expects Willie's Reserve will become as much a part of his legacy as his music; he is, after all, the man who titled both a song and a

uses for funds previously spent on enforcing laws against private marijuana use. As a co-founder of Farm Aid, Nelson has famously advocated for family farms and environmentally sound growing methods. With Willie's Reserve, he offers consumers the confidence of knowing they're purchasing a product created by cultivators like Redwood who share his commitment. Paul Schloss, Pres-

vator and distributor based off of our top quality medical cannabis and our highest integrity to satisfy the patients of Nevada." For more information on Willie's Reserve, go to williesreserve.com. For more information on Redwood, go to redwoodmj.com. Photos By: James Minchin

cigarettes. Although he will occasionally have a sip of wine, he’s mostly given up drinking. “I’m not afraid to take a drink, I just don’t get a thrill from it and I don’t need it,” says Nelson. Now, at 83 years old, Nelson says he still enjoys smoking flower, but he does recognize that for

book Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die. The benefits of legal cannabis include economic boosts for communities able to apply revenue from sales taxes to needed projects, including educational and social programs. Legalization also allows for more effective

ident and CEO of Redwood adds, "We're very proud to be partnering with Willie to bring the Willie's Reserve brand to Nevada. It will be a win-win partnership for both of our companies. We feel honored to have been selected by Willie's Reserve to be their exclusive culti-

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What to Expect When Traveling to Sin City

BY DR. ASEEM SAPPAL, OAKSTERDAM UNIVERSITY

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Nevada was one of four states to legalize adult-use cannabis last fall, so what does that mean for your next trip to Las Vegas? “Question 2”, the initiative Nevada residents voted in, allows anyone over the age of 21 to possess up to one ounce of flower and one eighth of extract, and it recently went into effect on January 1, 2017. However, there is still nowhere to buy retail cannabis in the state. Dispensaries already in operation for medical cannabis patients will be the first to open their doors to retail customers, but not until earliest this summer, more conservative estimates predict January 2018. Everyone is waiting on the Department of Taxation to create licensing regulations for retail cannabis sales, but it has until January 1, 2018 to do so. However, the department recently announced in a

press conference that they are already working on “temporary licenses” for existing medical dispensaries to sell adult-use cannabis. On the bright side, anyone over the age of 21 in possession of a reasonable amount of flower or extract no longer has to fear being arrested. However, with no place to buy cannabis legally, activists are afraid it will push people into the black market. Andrew Jolley, co-owner of Las Vegas dispensary The + Source pointed out, “If you have a situation where it’s legal to possess and use marijuana, but there’s no legal mechanism to buy it, you are creating a bigger black market by definition. The sooner we can allow retail sales, the better the outcome for the community, and the faster the transition away from the black market to the regulated market.” As of now, the old system is still

“If you have a situation where it’s legal to possess and use marijuana, but there’s no legal mechanism to buy it, you are creating a bigger black market by definition. The sooner we can allow retail sales, the better the outcome for the community, and the faster the transition away from the black market to the regulated market.”

in place, where only holders of Nevada state medical marijuana cards can shop at dispensaries. It’s just a matter of time until adult-use cannabis is available in Las Vegas, so if you live outside of Nevada and are looking to get away, you may be ready to start planning your 420-trip to Sin City. First stop: check out one of Las Vegas’ 30 plus dispensaries to pick up supplies. A vape pen is a good investment because it’s handy for discreet, odorless medicating on the go! Although, it’s important to note, it is still illegal to consume cannabis in public, and you could face up to a $600 fine. There’s so much to do in Vegas, where do you begin? I would recommend checking out Vegas Cannabis Magazine for cannabis friendly events; last November they recommended attending

Roller Blaze at Gold Spike if you’re into cannabis and skating! Plus, you can’t go wrong exploring the strip. As local cannabis industry member, Krista Whitley, described it, “The strip is our beach and our cannabis community is a tight knit one. It doesn't matter your age or background, in Las Vegas you won't have a hard time finding someone to share a toke with amidst our bright neon lights.” For a great view of the city, check out the High Roller. It’s currently the world’s tallest ferris wheel at 550 feet tall and 520 feet wide. Remember, be respectful of local laws and go at night or at sunset for the most spectacular sight! You can’t go to Vegas without seeing a show, but which? If you’re with a diverse crowd, you can’t go wrong with tickets to Cirque Du Soleil. After all this adventuring, you are going to be starving, so I would suggest going to a place you can satisfy all your cravings: The Buffet. Indulge Vegas-style, mix salty and sweet, have lobster and chocolate cake, whatever feels right – you’re on vacation! Remember adult use cannabis isn’t on sale yet in Nevada, but it’ll happen sometime in the next year and I’ll keep you posted! Dr. Aseem Sappal is Provost & Dean of the Faculty at Oaksterdam University.

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Don’t Bet Against Nevada Cannabis Athletes

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As our state turns a new leaf on legalization, ongoing changes have recently prompted the Nevada Athletic Commission to take a second look at marijuana and its long standing home on the banned substances list for athletes competing in Nevada. September 14, 2015 former chairwoman of the commission recommended a lifetime ban for UFC Fighter Nick Diaz who tested positive for marijuana but was dissuaded by her fellow commissioners and settled on a five-year suspension. Nick’s opponent on the night in question also failed a banned substances test by testing positive for performance enhancing drugs (PEDs) yet was only given a one-year suspension. An outcry for fair play from fight fans everywhere culminated in a whitehouse. gov petition collecting over 100,000 signatures in less than 30 days. Eleven months later on August 20, 2016 Nick’s younger brother, UFC Fighter Nate Diaz, openly uses a vape pen during a press conference in Las Vegas immediately after a brutal fight. When directly questioned by reporters, Nate admitted vaping CBD to ease the pain. His honest response placed a spotlight on an ongoing conversation whispered by fighters since the earliest days of professional Mixed Martial Arts. Fast forward to January 13, 2017 and a paradigm shift among the Nevada Athletic Commission seems to have taken place under the new leadership of

Chairman Anthony Marnell III who's using his position as chairman to further the cannabis conversation in the professional sports world by way of an open regulation project. In a proactive effort to address these issues before they come up in the new era of cannabis legalization the commission is creating an open public process workshop to get a full understanding of cannabis. “We need to hear from the cannabis community, the fight community, doctors, lawyers and anyone who wants to participate actively and productively in the public process,” said the chairman. “Regarding the testing of cannabis, should we or should we not do it, and if we do it, is 150 nanograms per milliliter the right number?” asked Mr. Marnell. “We are the gold standard here in Nevada, we are going to lead the way…We’re going to take some shots for this but that’s part of the job of this commission,” concluded Marnell. As is custom, the cannabis community was on hand to speak at public comment during the meeting. Nurse Juhlzie Monteiro briefly explained the endocannabinoid system of the human body and gave the commission medical research pertaining to cannabis and sports. “[Cannabis] it’s an anti-inflammatory, a neuro-protectant and an anti-oxidant, what better way to protect our athletes, especially in this sport,” said

Nurse Juhlzie. Also on hand was former UFC Fighter Steve Cantwell who made a career transition from the cage to the cannabis industry and now owns Greenlife Productions. During public comment, Steve extended an olive branch and an open invitation to the commissioners offering them a private tour of Greenlife’s grow operation to learn more about the plant. “I thought it would be cool to see what their thoughts were and how we can help them progress from the old reefer madness mentality to where we are now with science and the medical community,” said Steve. As a former pro-fighter Steve recognizes the potential benefits and relief athletes can find in cannabis. This has lead Greenlife Productions to explore ways to collaborate with the fitness and active lifestyle community in Las Vegas. In 2016 Greenlife Productions reached out to local Las Vegas ultra-marathoner Deuvall Dorsey, better known as @Vegas420runner, and offered to sponsor the cost of his 2016 fall season race schedule. “After my first 50k in May 2015 I took a 15 month hiatus from racing to focus on my career in cannabis PR.” said Deuvall. “When Greenlife told me they were interested in bringing me out of retirement to race again I wasn’t sure if I would but then they made me an offer for 2016 that I couldn’t refuse!” exclaimed the @

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Vegas Cannabis Student of the Month UNLV pre-nursing freshman Allie Duda is the February Student of the Month. After observing the rapid growth of the cannabis industry Allie began working at The Source dispensary in Henderson. She views her job as an opportunity to get her foot in the door of the medical field by gaining hands-on experience with patient care. As an employee of The Source she has learned about the medical applications of cannabis and how different strains relate to different medical problems. “Even though I personally don’t partake, I have seen the effects of medical cannabis on so many people. Older people come in everyday so afraid of trying cannabis due to the stigma that has been unfairly attached to it,” says Allie. “The patients generally come as a last-ditch effort to see if this plant can help relieve their day to day pain. When they return after finding a product that works, it is so heart lifting to see how much happier they are when pain free.” While reading Vegas Cannabis Magazine Allie found out about UNLV's SSDP organization and decided to join. “When I graduate and get my nursing license I will carry all the knowledge I’m gaining now to give patients a new perspective on cannabis as an option,” concluded the freshman.

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CBD AND YOUR DOG’S JOINT MOBILITY AND SKIN BY JAMES SHARKEY, PhD: THERABIS

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If your dog has hip dysplasia or arthritis from old age, or if she scratches and chews her skin until she bleeds, read on to learn about why that may be, and how CBD can interrupt the inflammatory response behind those. Your Dog’s Inflammatory System: The inflammatory system is part of the immune system and critical to the body’s healing response. The body’s healing response can be looked at as having multiple phases: Detection of an injury; Alerting the rest of the body of the injury; Transporting the necessary cells to repair the injury; and Repairing the injury (Detect, Alert, Transport, and Repair). The inflammatory cells primarily function in the Detect, Alert, and Transport phases, while the

symptoms of inflammation are primarily the result of the Transport phase (swelling, pain due to swelling, redness, etc.). How Your Dog’s Body Detects Injury: Your dog’s body is prewired to detect injury or the presence of foreign materials like allergens (think pollen) or invaders (bacteria, viruses, parasites, etc.). When detected, there’s a release of inflammatory messenger molecules (histamines, interleukins, and others), which work to dilate blood vessels and increase the flow of blood to the site. Unfortunately, sometimes your dog’s body overproduces these inflammatory messenger molecules – leading to persistent swelling, lack of joint mobility, itchy skin and

more. CBD Interrupts the Inflammatory Response: Studies have shown cannabinoids like CBD can interrupt your dog’s inflammation response in two ways. First, CBD primarily interacts with receptors that detect injury or foreign materials, thereby reducing the amount of inflammatory messenger molecules released into the body. Fewer messenger molecules equals less inflammation. That’s our kind of math. Second, CBD has been shown to increase the levels of other molecules in your dog’s body that are responsible for ending the inflammatory response. However it’s achieved, reduced inflammation means your dog may move better and scratch less – and when

they’re happy, you’re happy. There are several CBD supplements now available for dogs, and Therabis products, Up and Moving and Stop The Itch, are synergistic hemp-derived CBD formulas specifically designed to help dogs with joint mobility and itching. James Sharkey, Ph.D., has played a pivotal role in the development of dietary wellness supplements, including Aceso and Therabis, ailment targeted products created from hemp-derived cannabinoids. He has authored and contributed to several notable peer reviewed publications and abstracts, and in the past, has led biomedical studies for various applications at educational institutions. For more information about Therabis hemp products for dogs, visit therabis.com.

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NIX 2 SENSE: Las Vegas Hosts the High Times U.S. Cannabis Cup

BY NICK HAT

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If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never attended a High Times U.S. Cannabis Cup competition, now is the time to check it off your bucket list. The U.S. Cup is the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s foremost cannabis festival. To be awarded the U.S. Cup is the most prestigious cannabis honor in the world! The first Cannabis Cup was held in Amsterdam, November, 1988. Back then, medical marijuana was not legal anywhere in the United States and Amsterdam was the cannabis capital of the world. A team of VIP judges from around the world sampled and voted for their favorite marijuana varieties. Awards were given

to the best new product, best booth, best glass, best hash and of course the best indica, sativa and hybrid strains. Along with the competition was live music, educational seminars and an expo for cannabis-related products. After holding the festival in Amsterdam for 22 years, High Times hosted its first Cannabis Cup in the United States. Since 2010, the festival has been held in California, Colorado, Michigan, Washington and Oregon. Judged categories have been expanded to include best concentrates, best edibles and CBD strains. All cannabis products are tested for THC and CBD content by independent cannabis testing laboratories. Each year, the Counterculture Hall of Fame holds its induction ceremony during the festival. Previous inductees include Bob Marley, Louis Armstrong, Allen Ginsberg, Bob Dylan, Jack Herer, Tommy Chong, Cheech Marin, Peter Tosh and several other icons who helped to shape our industry In Denver, on 4/20/13, I was fortunate to attend

the first Cannabis Cup in the United States where patients holding a valid Red Card could get high. As states began to legalize the medical use of marijuana, U.S. cultivators could compete for the Cup. Then, in 2015, Greenway Medical was the first Nevada cultivator to be awarded first place in the High Times U.S. Cannabis Cup for their sativa flower, Ghost Train Haze. Many local officials in Colorado decided that the festival was no longer welcome. So, the U.S. Cup was forced to find a new home. As we all know, there is no better place for a cannabis event than Sin City. Now that medical marijuana is legal in the state of Nevada and recreational marijuana was legalized via Question 2 in our November election, hosting the Cup makes perfect sense. The Moapa Native Americans graciously agreed to host the first-ever High Times U.S. Cannabis Cup Las Vegas on their Event Grounds just 40 minutes north of the Las Vegas Strip. The event will be held on March 4th and 5th and will feature a live grow room, a cannabis career fair, edibles village, topical massage spa, vape lounge and more! If you never had the

opportunity to attend a Cup or like some of us attend as many as you can, there is no reason to miss this world class event now that it is being held in our own backyard. So, mark your calendar, get your tickets early, support your favorite local grower and be part of the most prestigious cannabis competition on earth. Fun will be had by all! Nick Hatalski, MBA is Chief Operating Officer of Greenway Medical, LLC. He has over 30 years of internationally recognized expertise as an engineer, researcher and consultant within the healthcare sector. Email him at Nick@GreenwayMedic.com Greenway Medical, LLC cultivates premium medical marijuana providing the highest levels of quality, strain selection and efficacy for registered medical marijuana patients. Our elite team of cultivators is laser focused on producing boutique, small batch MMJ, oriented to maintain the highest quality that patients deserve. Our flower is harvested on a weekly basis to ensure freshness and availability. Greenway Medical nurtures only award winning strains specifically directed towards relieving pain and symptoms associated with disease. www.greenwaymedic.com Follow us on Social Medial @ GreenwayMedic

GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR POST VAPED BUD Extracting and Utilizing the Cannabinoids That Are Left After Vaping

BY OSCAR HUNT, BSC & DARRYL JOHNSON, PHD: ACE ANALYTICAL LABORATORY

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Many people in the cannabis world prefer to vaporize their medicine rather than smoke it. Vaporizers are an efficient way to deliver THC and provide a healthier alternative to combusting buds. When a bowl is finished, users might throw out the ABV (already been vaped) flower, but that crunchy brown leftover still contains cannabinoids that can be used to make edibles. It is no mystery that edibles can be made from this ABV material, but what

is really being infused into those treats? To answer this question, we conducted experiments to determine what is in ABV flower and how to extract and utilize the cannabinoids that are left after vaping. The ABV material for this experiment was collected over a few months and contained many different Indica, Sativa, and hybrid strains. Although there were cannabinoids present, laboratory testing confirmed the ABV flower contained no terpenes. Initial potency

analysis determined the ABV material contained 6.5% (65 mg/g) total cannabinoids. The most intriguing thing about the ABV potency results are that the flower not only contained THC (34 mg/g Δ⁹-THC), it also contained 25 mg/g Cannabinol (CBN) and 3.2 mg/g Cannabigerol (CBG). Since CBG is nonpsychoactive and present in very low concentrations, this experiment will focus primarily on CBN. CBN is a degradation product of THC and is most likely the result of the heat used in the vaping process. Because CBN is a breakdown product of THC, it has been undesirable in most flowers and at most commercial grow facilities. Therefore, not many CBN products are likely to be found on the shelves of dispensaries. This makes ABV treats a great at home product that is different than a traditional edible from the dispensary. Following laboratory analysis of the ABV bud, the next step was to extract cannabinoids from the plant material. Normally when making edibles, cannabinoids need to be decarboxylated and extracted. Proper decarboxylation is crucial for making effective edibles. Decarboxylation is the process of changing the nonpsychoactive THC-A into the psychoactive Δ⁹-THC by using heat. This is often the most difficult part of making edibles since it is hard to

know when the decarb is complete without laboratory analysis. The beauty of ABV edibles is that the ABV bud is almost fully decarboxylated when it comes out of the vaporizer so the decarb step can be skipped entirely. To make the infused oil, 16.5 grams of ABV bud was put into a glass jar. Enough melted coconut oil was added to cover the plant material. The oil was then double boiled in a pot of water for 30 min, and stirred frequently (the heat and agitation are to aid in the extraction of cannabinoids NOT to decarb them). The ABV oil was strained through cheesecloth to remove the leftover plant material. This left-over material still contains cannabinoids so the previous steps can be followed again to extract additional cannabinoids (this work only completed one straining). Straining off the ABV is not mandatory but will significantly improve the flavor and texture of the final product. The strained oil will have a green color. This extraction yielded 83 grams of infused oil. After analysis, the coconut oil was found to contain 3.2 mg/g Δ⁹-THC, 2.7 mg/g CBN and 0.33 mg/g CBG which puts the total cannabinoid count for the jar of oil at 265.6 mg Δ⁹-THC, 224.1 mg CBN and 27.4 mg CBG. With a grand total of just over 547 mg of total cannabinoids, this oil should make some potent edibles.

Coconut oil is a great choice for making infused oil and can also be used in many different recipes. The best way to infuse edible goods is to exchange the normal oil or butter in the recipe for the infused oil that was prepared earlier. When adding the wet ingredients, it is crucial to mix the batter extremely well. Uneven mixing will cause your final product to have inconsistent potency. Always mix the batter for longer than you think is necessary to ensure even distribution of cannabinoids. For this work, we made a lemon cake using the ABV extract. Normal baking instructions were followed, except for replacing butter with the infused coconut oil. After baking, the tray was cut into 20 equal pieces each weighing about 30 grams. Laboratory analysis of the lemon cake determined each piece contained 12.6 mg Δ⁹-THC, 9.90 mg CBN, and 1.80 mg CBG. This is a sufficient level for a novice to average user to feel the effects. Remember, an appropriate dose can vary widely from person to person so use caution if you are unexperienced with edibles. Having the same sized treats

is paramount in dosing edibles consistently and correctly. Weighing each treat is a good way to know they are all a similar size. The treats were passed out to 6 patient subjects for review. One might expect the oil to have a strong burnt/ vaped cannabis flavor. Instead the test subjects reported that the treats tasted great and a cannabis taste was barely noticeable in the cake. One review mentioned a slightly earthy, almost rosemary undertone. The ABV treats did not produce the normal, “couch locked” body high associated with edibles, but did produce heavy eyelids along with a light hypnotic feeling. Half of the test subjects reported getting the munchies. It was quite surprising to hear that nobody felt the edible made them drowsy like a strong THC edible can. Instead the reports indicated that everyone went to sleep on their own and experienced a very deep and satisfying sleep. All test subjects reported waking up feeling well rested and no one reported the half-baked, groggy feeling that is commonly associated with an edible hangover. Overall, everyone enjoyed

the experience and would recommend these treats to anyone looking for a good night’s sleep. For those searching for ways to widen the spectrum of cannabinoids they ingest, homemade ABV edibles are a great way to introduce CBN. The focus on strain breeding for the last 50+ years has been almost exclusively to promote THC production with very little focus on producing other cannabinoids such as CBN and CBD. With THC at the forefront of the cannabis buzz, the less psychoactive cannabinoids were forgotten about and almost completely bred out of most strains. In

time, breeders will begin to select for medicinal traits and compounds other than THC, bringing other cannabinoids back into the profiles of their flowers. With more research, the importance of these lesser known cannabinoids will become more clear. Until more CBN products become available, ABV edibles are an easy product that can be made at home. For more information about Ace Analytical, visit aceanalytical.com or call (702) 749-7429.

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our immune system will not be as strong as it can be. Take the fact that cannabis has been taken out of medicine and our diets. The cows grazed the fields with hemp growing in them before it was illegal, and we received cannabinoids through the meat and milk. There are cannabinoids in breast milk

for a reason) Today, we are missing a staple part of our diet. The plant grows EVERYWHERE in the world FOR A REASON. It should be a staple in our diet just as Vitamin C Is. I'm not saying smoking cannabis is not a wonderful thing, but if you want the most medicinal properties of this plant you need to go to its source, its oils!!! RSO (Rick Simpson Oil), Phoenix Tears, Cannabis Oil, F.E.C.O.... call it what you want, it is the healthiest way of ingesting cannabis, period. Oil can be eaten right off the finger, capsuled, smoked, mixed with different oils for infusing into foods, used topically, and used in suppositories. I've personally seen it change lives. Oil helps everything from cancer, epilepsy, arthritis, pain management, lupus, fibromyalgia, sleep problems, burns, PTSD, diabetes, to just plain feeling better about life. I'm not saying it's a miracle-cure. I can't say it will "cure" anything. I'm not a doctor. All I can attest to is what I've seen with my own eyes, and that is RESULTS.

I've consulted people all over the globe about this oil and I personally know the person whose cancer is gone, the child who has HUNDREDS fewer seizures every month, and those who are able to take less pills. I know those whose arthritic hands work again, whose pain levels are tolerable enough to LIVE, whose stomach problems are not running their lives and those who drink less alcohol. I have witnessed those whose migraines no longer ruin everyday, whose burns healed quickly and without scarring, and in my case I haven't touched a pain pill (or any other pills) in over 6 years. Not everyone is healed. Some I've gotten to a bit too late but saw the difference (and so did their families) as they left this world much more comfortably. So please, research cannabis oil for what ails you. There are many different brands out there and they are all made differently. Some work better for different ailments. Look at THC, CBD, and terpene levels to find what works best for what you need. In future rants, I will try to get more into what helps what. Ultimately, your health is in YOUR hands. Research, Research, Research!!! A good place to start is www. phoenixtears.ca. Rob Ruckus is a Nevada medical marijuana patient, and budtender at Inyo Fine Cannabis, a long-time Las Vegas resident and cannabis activist, star of A&E's Bad Ink, musician and host of Ruckus on the Radio.

just started out making it for myself, for my own health benefits. I started giving samples to different people, and got a big response. Hopper: I know- everyone

was like, “Oh shit! This is the real deal.”

Josh Lee: Yeah, I try to stay

elevated with the brand, and only push what I believe to be the best top shelf flowers in California. Hopper: Tell VCM readers

about your new company, Handcrafted.

Josh Lee: Handcrafted is

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EXTRACT ARTIST: JOSH LEE WITH HOPPER THE CHRONISSEUR

Concentrates are the current star of the cannabis world, but it is important to know that not all are created equal. I recently headed over to check out the new Handcrafted shop, and toked on the absolute best rosin I’ve ever had with extract artist Josh Lee.

concentrates that I didn’t even know if they were processed the right way. Plus, the fact that making BHO can be very volatile. So, I came across rosin and through trial and error, I figured out the best way to go about making some great solventless concentrates.

Hopper: How’s it going,

Hopper: Give us a quick

brother? I’m digging the new shop. You’ve got quite the setup here.

Josh Lee: Glad to have you

Hopper, you’re a legend in this industry man.

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Hopper: Haha! Nah, I’m

just infamous. You’ve been on the forefront of the rosin movement. You started when people were still using hair straighteners, correct?

Josh Lee: Yeah, that’s

right. For a long time, I was smoking BHO, and I wanted a safer, cleaner alternative. So I researched and found rosin. I got into the rosin industry basically because I was spending endless amounts of money on

explanation of how rosin is made. No need to give away any of your trade secrets obviously!

Josh Lee: Essentially, what

you’re doing is taking either a bubble hash, melt hash, or actually I prefer to use top shelf flower because it really brings out the essence of strain. When we make rosin, basically we’re juicing all of the essential oils out of the cuticle of the buds and making it into a solventless form of concentrated cannabis.

Hopper: What made you

decide to get in the rosin game?

Josh Lee: To be honest, I

a small batch flower rosin company. We like to keep it handcrafted and artisanal. I feel that, if rosin is done the right way, you can have just as good of a yield as they do with BHO, with little to no terpene loss, as well as high THC retention. Once I discovered rosin, I never went back to BHO.

Hopper: Explain why rosin

is a better alternative than concentrates that contain solvents.

Josh Lee: People grow these

amazing organic flowers, and then they’ll take that flower and go put a solvent through it. To me, that’s essentially taking the health factor completely out of it. When I medicate on rosin, I have peace of mind. I know it’s only the essential oils from top shelf flowers. And the flavor…it’s just amazing. Hopper: For those who

aren’t familiar with the term, rosin is completely chemical free, made with only heat and pressure, right?

Josh Lee: Yeah, that’s what

it is. Simplicity.

Hopper: Something you’ve

been doing that I haven’t seen anyone do, is once you press your rosin you take, for example, Wedding Cake and

mix it with Orange Apricot to create a whole new flavor profile. Josh Lee: Right, we’re able

to make new flavors and flavor profiles, and really accentuate the different flavors of those flowers. We’re learning more and more about the genetic makeup of cannabis. For instance, there are different kinds of terpenes- there’s Myrcene, Limonene, AlphaPinene, Linalool, etc. There are different effects that come with these terpenes. Some terpenes carry no psychoactive effect, and some do.

Hopper: There are so many

companies mass producing concentrates, but you’re choosing to keep it small batch and artisanal. Why is that?

Josh Lee: I basically started

it for personal use only, and now I just want to spread the love and give the people access to what I personally medicate with.

Hopper: That’s a great

comparison, I agree. Let’s wrap it up on that note. Any shout outs you want to throw before we go?

Josh Lee: Thanks man, that

means alot coming from you. Also, shout out to Vegas Cannabis Magazine. We’ll be out there soon, I’m stoked about that. The Jungle Boys, I have so much respect for them, they’re really doing it. Most importantly, I have to thank my fiancée, our baby, and my family for being the driving support behind this passion of mine. Cannabis is still so demonized by some people, I’m really fortunate that they believe in what I do. Handcraftedflowerrosin.com IG: @handcraftedflowerrosin

CAN D.A.R.E. AND THE CANNABIS INDUSTRY BE FRIENDS? BY JON RUSSELL & NOAH PERSIN

The D.A.R.E. program has long championed against cannabis legalization. However, the cannabis industry and D.A.R.E. should be working hand-in-hand to keep our children safe. It seems like the cannabis industry is just as committed to preventing underage cannabis use, so shouldn't we all just be friends?

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Recently news channels and websites across the country began reporting that D.A.R.E. removed cannabis as a gateway drug and that they were no longer teaching about marijuana in their programs. This ended up being a mistake caused by a posting of an automatic news feed on their blog, but it sparked quite the conversation about the program finally coming around to cannabis’ medicinal nature. Even though it was untrue, the news reports made us here in the GreenSea office go “hmmm” (queue 90s dance song here). I dove into some research about the D.A.R.E program to see if they could ever play nice with the cannabis industry. D.A.R.E.’s Cannabis Views: If you were a sentient American as early as the mid-1980s on, then you have heard of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education, or D.A.R.E. program. Founded in 1983, the program has long been a staple in schools across the country. For the past 30 years, D.A.R.E.’s vision has been a “world in which students everywhere are empowered to respect others and choose to lead lives free from violence, substance abuse, and other dangerous behaviors”. D.A.R.E. has been one of the more vocal voices against cannabis legalization. They 48 have long campaigned that

cannabis is a ‘gateway drug’ and in their article “Let’s Not Kid Ourselves About Marijuana” they claim, “Marijuana impairs learning, judgment and memory—no small matters during the adolescent years—and it can do lasting harm to the brain.” While these claims/ opinions don’t necessarily hold up to serious science, that hasn’t stopped the program from fighting against cannabis legalization. After reports were released that D.A.R.E. was relaxing their views on cannabis Ron Brogan, D.A.R.E. regional director, confirmed to the Huffington Post that “a service we use put this post up in error” and “we have not changed our stance that we are opposed to marijuana legalization.” No matter what their stance on cannabis is, it’s clear that D.A.R.E is focused on keeping minors away from unsafe and unhealthy substances. Regulated Cannabis Industry & D.A.R.E Share Concerns As states are voting in cannabis legalization one thing that has been common across the board is each state’s concern about teenage drug use. The Oregon Health Authority (who governs the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program) has launched a program called “Stay True

to You”, which aims to lower first time cannabis consumption in teens 12-20. It even goes so far as to remind teens that they may be role models for younger siblings and that they could influence those younger people towards drug use through copying behaviors. Colorado has their own program aimed at lowering teenage cannabis consumption as well The “Don’t Be a Lab Rat” campaign presents statistics from both sides of the issues to youths that may or may not be true and points out that they don’t want to find out the hard way. When this campaign was criticized and didn’t reach the intended goals of the program they re-branded and launched the “What’s Next” program. This program is a more thoughtful approach to teaching children and teens the potential health and social consequences of underage cannabis consumption. These programs are similar to the newest D.A.R.E. program, “Keeping it REAL”. Both are evidence based educational programs, which provide anecdotal and scientific based reasoning behind drug, alcohol and tobacco abstinence. Keeping it REAL is even lightening up on the ‘gateway drug’ thing a bit, they no longer teach it in 5th,

6th or 7th grades unless the school has deemed there to be a problem with underage cannabis consumption in their area. Can’t We All Just Get Along? Let’s take a moment to compare D.A.R.E.’s specific mission statement and statefunded programs in states with legalized recreational cannabis. I believe that D.A.R.E and the regulated cannabis industry could be very good friends! D.A.R.E’s mission is “Teaching students good decision-making skills to help them lead safe and healthy lives”. ůů Oregon provides parents a guide called “Preventing Underage Marijuana Use” that discusses how to talk to your children about cannabis use and how to prevent underage consumption. ůů Colorado’s “What’s Next” programs talks about the consequences teens may face if they are caught consuming cannabis before they are 21. ůů Washington state launched the “Listen to Your Selfie” program. This program is to help children and teens “Focus on what’s important, forget marijuana”. They have a consequences page that discusses real world consequences that aren’t based in reefer madness. As you can see, everyone has the same goal here. To prevent underage children

from consuming cannabis If D.A.R.E. is serious in its mission to prevent the use/ abuse of cannabis amongst teens or even adults, it is well proven that a regulated market is the most sensible approach. It is also proven that criminalization creates criminals and has not made any impact in curbing usage. In fact criminalization may very well be one of the largest contributing factors in making cannabis widely available to anyone (including children). As criminal organizations rarely (never) ask for proof of age and make their wares available 24 hours a day. It is also well known among the greater scientific and medical community that cannabis is not a gateway drug and the vast majority of correlation between cannabis usage and other usage can be explained in the following ways: 1. Exposure - Your unregulated source also carries and thus exposes you to other illicit ‘harder’ substances. 2. Propaganda - You try cannabis and realize very quickly that the propaganda you've been fed up to then is not true. You didn't jump out of a window thinking you could fly, you didn't rape anyone, you didn't die. In fact you may have felt pretty good and had a laugh (there’s a reason humans like to get high). In fact, studies show a decrease in violence and aggressive behavior in long term cannabis consumers. So now what else have they been not telling me the truth about? Perhaps meth or heroin aren't as dangerous as they say either? 3. The gate opens the other way - Using cannabis was not your gateway to drink or use other drugs, illicit or not. Other substances were your gateway to cannabis 4. D.A.R.E. or S.C.A.R.E.There’s a reason horror movies

do so well in the theaters. People like to be scared. D.A.R.E.’s scare tactics may have backfired and actually attracted children to cannabis use. Cannabis legalization brings with it a host of regulations and public health programs, and recent reports show that consumption under 21 has actually declined in states where legalization has occurred! Since D.A.R.E.’s focus is on reducing/ eliminating drug and alcohol use among children and teens with less emphasis with regards to adults abstinence, isn’t it in the best interests of the D.A.R.E. program and our children to further legalization and regulatory efforts? We should all be working together towards a future where cannabis is safely available and highly regulated like alcohol or tobacco. This is the best way to ensure our youth are able to make safe well informed life choices is with honest guidance and a fact-based not fear-based education. GreenSea Distribution would like to begin working with D.A.R.E. and the cannabis industry to open a dialogue. We believe that all parties could work together to create a viable industry that focuses on safe, responsible consumption habits. Noah Persin, CEO of GreenSea Distribution has worked in the cannabis industry for over 25 years. Jon Russell, Communications & Information Officer for GreenSea Distribution is a Pacific Northwest based writer, blogger and entrepreneur who has trekked all over Oregon looking for new sights and vistas.

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Top Ten Budtending Skills For Excellent Patient Interactions

BY JASON STURTSMAN In Las Vegas, we always have that “wow” factor that consistently blows tourists away when they visit. Premiere customer service is one of the most valuable skills that can ensure a budtender a long career in the cannabis industry. At the turn of the century, railroads, real estate, and oil made fortunes. The valuable skills that budtenders pick up in this nascent cannabis industry today or will assure their career advancement, as Nevada regulates marijuana like alcohol, with the passing of ballot question two. PATIENCE with customers

is key when patients are confused and in pain. Try to understand where the patient is coming from, and do it with a smile.

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ATTENTIVENESS means listening carefully to what

the patient is saying before you decide to speak, being aware of what the patient is needing for their ailment. CLEAR COMMUNICATION means

talking with the patient directly about the benefits of different types of medicine and not about your new puppy at home. PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE

means knowing what or who to talk to about cannabis products that will best meet the patient’s needs.

POSITIVE LANGUAGE, means changing your words and tone to create more positive feelings in patients. Instead of saying “We do not have Purple Haze, you should come back in a week or two”, it would be more positive if you stated “We will have Purple Haze in shortly, could

THOSE WHO DO NOT SEEK TO IMPROVE THEMSELVES WILL GET LEFT BEHIND BY THE PEOPLE WILLING TO INVEST IN THEIR SKILLS.

we call you when it comes in”? ACTING means putting on your budtender costume, being cheerful and positive, even when patients are negative, demeaning, and rude. TIME MANAGEMENT

means getting patients what they want in a timely manner. Patients sometimes want to move quickly through the dispensary, accessing their medicine in a timely fashion. Being aware of how long you are spending with one patient, when many are waiting, will assure a positive experience for all. REMAIN CALM

means remaining “cool” when a patient may be argumentative. SALES ABILITY is the

ability to meet the patient needs by letting them know about all the products you have available to provide relief for their symptoms. CONFIRMATION is the ability to end the conversation knowing the patient is satisfied that their needs have been met. You care about getting it right, you are willing to keep going until you get it right, and the customer is the one who determines you got it “right”.

If you have read this far, you have a willingness to learn, which is probably one of the most important skills for you to advance as a budtender. Those who do not seek to improve themselves will get left behind by the people willing to invest in their skills. The cannabis community throughout the world will soon know that Nevada dispensaries have some of the most educated staff, capable of providing superior customer service with a smile. Jason Sturtsman, ILAC Member, WECAN Vice President, Owner of HOPE Cultivation & Production, Manager Las Vegas Releaf JasonS@wecan702.org

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT

Juan Muniz This month, we spotlight local artist Juan Muniz and find out what type of art he specializes in and what drives his artistic passion. Vegas Cannabis: What led

you to become an artist?

Juan Muniz: I was always drawing as a kid. Always scribbling everywhere and my entire life I wanted to grow up to become an animator for Disney. As I grew older I didn’t know what career I was gonna end up doing but I knew it had to do with art. VCM: What type of art do

you specialize in?

JM: My art has been

described as pop art, pop surreal, graffiti, or lowbrow. I love painting murals, canvases, illustrations, and toy designs. I kinda like mixing every style that has inspired me growing up from animation and tattoo, to graffiti, surreal, and pop. And, if you put all that in a blender you get my style which I call “clusterpop”.

VCM: How would you describe your art? JM: I wanted to create

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stories with my cartoony characters that spoke beyond the norm. I wanted to share messages of things that I dealt with in my life but with a visually simplistic image. “Say it simple, mean it deep” is my motto for my art.

or gallery here locally?

JM: Sometimes I work well

VCM: Do you have a studio

into the night so my home studio works best for me and it allows me to be at home with my family most of the time. As for a gallery, I used to show exclusively at Wyland Gallery at the Venetian and Goddard Gallery inside Planet Hollywood. Currently, my main gallery is La Luz De Jesus in Los Angeles but I am in talks with with another gallery on the strip inside a casino in hopes of it being my new local gallery. VCM: What is your favorite thing about the Vegas art community? JM: I wouldn’t of been able

to have a career in art as I do today if I would've tried to start in any other city. Las Vegas is a great place to learn to become an artist. It’s an amazing city that allows an artist to grow if they work hard and stay driven.

VCM: Do you consume cannabis? JM: I never did growing up

but recently I began smoking to deal with depression, anxiety and insomnia. It has become extremely helpful as a medication.

VCM: What part does

cannabis play in your work as an artist? JM: Cannabis has helped me

to deal with things that used to affect me negatively. It allowed me to rest and have a much more clear focus on creating as opposed to being constantly stressed or tired from lack of sleep or the anxiety that feels like a heavy

burden on my shoulders. VCM: You are one of the February artists at Colorful Cannabis. Any idea what you will focus on? JM: I’m probably going to

focus on character design and conveying emotions in a simplistic way. I think that I am going to focus on teaching a class that allows the people that attend to create something simplistic but meaningful.

VCM: Any inspiring words for our readers? JM: Pablo Picasso said

“Every child is an artist. The

problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” As adults, we become a little jaded by the world we live in. We focus too much on the grey areas and things become more complicated or we make them complicated. Allow yourself to listen to that inner child that society forces us to outgrow and realize that if we remembered how amazing our minds were as children, we could learn to deal with any BS the world throws our way. You can find Juan Muniz on Twitter and Instagram @jmunizart

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Canna-Love is in the air. Valentines day is coming and everywhere I look I see happy cannabis friendly relationships beginning. I am a romantic stoner that loves food, sex, companionship and especially being medicated. I think I am on to something. Infused aphrodisiacs! What is an aphrodisiac? An aphrodisiac (named for the goddess Aphrodite) is a food, drink, or substance that increases sexual desire and possibly performance. There are many foods we eat daily that help with making us feel good and also perform sexually better. Aphrodisiacs are cool, but cannabis infused aphrodisiacs are way cooler. Happy Valentines Day!

Here is a list of my favorite aphrodisiacs that I love to infuse and a bit of info on why they are sexual enhancers. OYSTERS One of the most notorious aphrodisiacs, oysters are high in zinc and have a reputation for being great for love and fertility. Zinc is a natural Viagra. Plus, oysters are just sexy! Short path infuse E.V.O, garlic, thyme, lemon zest, champagne vin, and crushed black pepper. WATERMELON Watermelon is king, it has large concentrations of lycopene.

Watermelon may have a Viagra-like effect on the body, as it relaxes blood vessels and improves circulation. Inject the melon with infused honey or agave nectar. RED WINE Red wine increases blood flow, relaxes you, and could put you in the mood. Drop a gram of wax in the bottle in the morning. It will dissolve by the evening. BANANA Some people like the look of the banana, which contain bromelain, an enzyme that triggers testosterone production, and the fruit's potassium and vitamin B elevate energy levels. My favorite is Infused Banana Foster. Infuse the shots of booze with shatter making a sexy shatter caramel sauce. AVOCADO This sexy, mild fruit has a reputation as an aphrodisiac extending back to ancient Aztec times. The Aztecs called the avocado tree “Ahuacuatl,” which translates to “testicle tree.” CBD Infuse coconut oil and mix into the guacamole! PEPPERS The capsaicin in peppers heats up the body and increases

♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ blood flow. They also cause the brain to release endorphins, which are a feel-good chemical starting in the pituitary gland. Eat a pepper, take a dab, and see how good you feel. VANILLA This sweet pod is a mild nerve stimulant, which can enhance sexual sensation. Infuse 5 grams of shatter in 100 proof vodka with a vanilla pod for a week. So sexy! GINGER Just like chili peppers, ginger spices things up and increases circulation and body temperature. Juice raw cannabis, ginger, beets, celery and carrots for super exotic strengths. CELERY This crunchy, aromatic vegetable serves as a flavor base for

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soups and stews in cuisines around the world. It is also high in essential nutrients necessary for great sex, and it contains two chemicals — androsterone and adrostenol — which serve as a sexual attractant when ingested. Infuse peanut butter with coconut oil and try figs on peanut butter and celery. FIGS The fig goes way back to the Garden of Eden, representing fertility and sexuality. Figs are full of antioxidants and potassium. CHOCOLATE Chocolate is sexy no matter how you look at it. The way its aroma penetrates the air to the silky sexy finish in the mouth like a kiss. These feelings produce dopamine to make you feel good. Dip fun products like strawberries and fortune cookies in a melted, infused chocolate bar like a SoHi bar.

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