Ben Hartman

Ben Hartman is a journalist with expertise in all things cannabis, organized crime families, refugees, and everything in between. Originally from Austin, he has reported across the Middle East and is the senior cannabis correspondent at The Cannigma.

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What’s in your CBD? Inaccurate labels widespread, study finds

Many CBD products include no cannabidiol or less than their labels indicate, further highlighting the need for better regulation of...

Jun 7, 2020
2 min
Research
‘No evidence marijuana legalization impacts adolescent use,’ study finds

Previous studies have also shown no significant uptick in use, but some indicate more abuse. (Grav/Unsplashed) Fears about a spike...

Jun 3, 2020
3 min
Research
Cannabis users may be more likely to have erectile dysfunction, study finds

Cannabis users may be twice as likely to suffer from erectile dysfunction (ED), according to a systematic review of studies...

May 28, 2020
4 min
Research
Pregnant women smoke more cannabis when it’s legal, studies show

As recreational marijuana becomes legalized in many jurisdictions, two recent studies are pointing to an increase in the number of...

May 26, 2020
3 min
News
Will college sports follow the pros on cannabis reform?

It is unlikely that the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) will follow the example of professional sports baseball and hockey...

May 25, 2020
4 min
Products
Cannabis storage: 5 options better than a sandwich bag

Most medical cannabis users have a trusted spot in the house where they keep their supply. Back when marijuana was...

May 25, 2020
4 min
News
This summer’s leading cannabis conference goes online

The coronavirus pandemic has brought the closure of countless public events across the world in the past few months, including...

May 24, 2020
3 min
Physiology
Cannabis and sleep: Two specialists talk risks, benefits

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYY4uug3fmk Cannabis can be an effective sleep aid, but its efficacy in helping patients get a good night’s sleep must...

May 20, 2020
4 min
Delivery
Is smoking weed bad for your lungs?

Though it may sound counterintuitive to everything we know about smoking cigarettes, inhaling cannabis can actually increase airflow to the...

May 20, 2020
6 min
Products
Home infusion machines: Make edibles the easy way

A relaxing smoke, a topical solution, or a perfectly crafted cannabis cookie — there are all types of ways to...

May 19, 2020
5 min