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At Shango, we believe in the old axiom that knowledge is power. There is a plethora of information generated daily in the recreational and medical cannabis fields. Our articles provide an in-depth look at the topics that appeal to the average marijuana fan to the most discreet researcher and media member reporting on the burgeoning recreational and medical marijuana industry. At Shango, we are transparent about how we bring the best products on the recreational and medical marijuana markets today and believe in educating the general public about what cannabis can mean to the consumer.
Famous Historical Cannabis Users
Many people don't realize that cannabis use has been going on for centuries, and many of history's most prolific figures used cannabis for medical and recreational purposes. Historical Figures Who Used Cannabis If you use medical marijuana, you may have heard some...
The Advantages of Investing in Legal Cannabis
While some states look more favorably towards the use of cannabis than others, multiple observers believe that the federal legalization of marijuana is coming. According to an article at Forbes.com, entrepreneurs might want to tap into the developing cannabis industry...
Cannabis Functions with Human Biology to Reduce Pain
An increasing amount of anecdotal evidence from individuals who treat their chronic pain with cannabis has prompted researchers to study how it functions within the body. The Canadian Medical Association Journal published results of a clinical trial that associated...
The Capital’s Battle for Recreational Cannabis
Some residents and lawmakers in Washington, D.C. want to allow the possession and consumption of cannabis for recreational purposes, but obstacles from the opposition currently make this difficult. The Capital's Battle for Recreational Cannabis While the climate for...
Medical Dispensaries May Fill Gap When Pot Becomes Legal in Oregon
Oregon already allows the legal possession and consumption of marijuana for medicinal purposes, but a ballot initiative called Measure 91 that passed in fall 2014 will legalize the personal possession of marijuana for recreational use in July. Those 21 years of age...
Shango announces its latest innovation in cannabis: Shango Vaping Products and accessories featuring its exclusive private reserve BHO Bud Run Cartridges
Like a lot of medical marijuana dispensary owners in Oregon, Shane McKee has been growing cannabis for years. But he hopes his two Portland dispensaries — Shango Premium Cannabis –- are distinct enough in their appearance and products to set them apart in the state’s competitive medical marijuana
retail market.
Mounting Evidence Shows Cannabis Slows The Aging Process
A growing body of scientific evidence supports what many cannabis users already suspect: certain chemical compounds known a cannabinoids, which are found in abundance in the cannabis plant, have a wide range of positive effects on human health. A series of recent...
Understanding the Difference Between Indica and Sativa
Not all medical marijuana varieties are created the same. While they are both strains of the cannabis plant and contain THC, the active medical compound in marijuana, there are some major differences between indica and sativa varieties. The Therapeutic Difference...
Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Among Most Popular New Businesses
The legalization of cannabis in Oregon for medical purposes has fueled a growth spurt for new small businesses. These new businesses are providing many new jobs and helping to grow the state's economy. Growing Green: Medicinal Marijuana Fuels the Economy Entrepreneurs...
U.S. Surgeon General Supports Research for Medical Marijuana Use
Due to studies regarding medical marijuana, the US Surgeon General agrees that the plant has possible benefits for treating various physical and mental conditions. However, more research is needed in order to strengthen the case of using marijuana for medicinal...
