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'California Just Passed the Most Significant Medical Marijuana Legislation After Two Decades

After almost 20 years since California became the first ever state to legalize marijuana for medical purposes, State lawmaking body has decided to impose order on the inconsistent system that has governed the industry. As reported in International Business Times, the legislators quietly passed last Friday the state's most significant medical-marijuana legislation paving the way for a much needed framework for the multi-billion dollar industry.

By Alexis Villarias

'Dutch Farm: World's First to Ever Sell Cheese from Pig's Milk

Pigs' meat has been turned to different types of food. Supermarkets even now have corned pork, a sure sign on how versatile pork is. But can we even say the same with pig's milk? A farmer was certainly curious about this and tried turning pig's milk into cheese. Now, a family-run farm in the Netherlands has produced the world's first cheese made from pig's milk. And it is more costly than the former most expensive cheese which is from Balkan donkey milk.
'Elysium Space: Celestial Funeral is Now Possible

Elysium Space has made celestial funerals possible. The funeral firm is now offering "Lunar Memorial" wherein cremated remains are privately dispatched to the moon according to a report by CNBC News. Of course, this will cost quite a bit but they actually have an early bird promo rate at $9,950 for their first 50 clients.
'"Krampus": A Horror Movie for You This Christmas

Universal Pictures has decided to beat the Christmas rush as it releases the first trailer of "KRAMPUS" three months early according to Variety. This one will surely crumple your Christmas spirit and will appeal to those who hate the Holiday Season.
'Jamie Oliver Lost Weight by Eating Seaweed: But Can It Really Help You Lose Weight?

In a report published by Telegraph UK, Jamie Oliver has credited seaweed for his successful weight loss. Adding seaweed to his diet regimen has contributed to his weight loss of around 30 pounds. But can seaweed really aid in weight loss?
'Study: Low Resting Heart Rate Leads To Antisocial Behaviour in Adulthood

Studies have established a link between antisocial behaviour and heart rate. It was found out that teens that have low resting heart rates earlier in life is likely to manifest antisocial behaviours later life.
'6 Brave Young Men Eat Like Crazy for the Sake of Study

A recent report in L.A. Times points out that almost half of all Americans have either diabetes or pre-diabetes. More than a third of all Americas are obese and these two health conditions remain prevalent health problem in the United States. This is why six young brave men agreed to pose as lab rats just to establish a link between the two conditions.
'Top 10 Takeout Foods of College Students

A new study conducted by the online food delivery service, GrubHub, found what college students mostly order. College students are not known to follow a healthy eating habit especially they view cooking as very tasking and time consuming. However you would be surprised with what GrubHub found out.
'Latest Health Craze: Staring at the Sun Can Help You Lose Weight

A new health trend in Hong Kong has women from ages 20-40 years old staring at the sun just before its sets. This women believe that it will replace their need for food and even improve the vision and sleep as reported in Coconuts Hong Kong.
'A Glimpse at The New Rolls Royce-- The Sexiest Car Ever Built

In an interview with Business Insider, last May of this year, Rolls-Royce North America President Eric Sheperd revealed the name of the new convertible the automaker is designing. Sheperd believes that "The car is the most beautiful Rolls-Royce I've ever seen." The company unveiled the new convertible Tuesday.
'Scientists: Are Psychedelic Drugs Poised to Make a Medical Comeback?

Almost half a century has passed since LSD was a trend for opening the mind. However, this trend led to deaths as hallucinations become uncontrollable. This may about to change as studies are currently done about lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) as treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PSTD) and anxiety.
'"Healthy Happy Meals" to Combat Childhood Obesity

According to a study conducted by several researchers, having a fast food restaurant around the corner can increase your chances of obesity by 5.2 percent. Convenience of fast foods has outweighed the risk of disease like obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular health problems. More so, popularity of fast food with younger generations has become inevitable. Most children in America are able to recognize McDonald's even before they learn how to speak according to Partners for Your Health. With this finding, New York is pushing for stricter regulations when it comes to children's food.
'Scientists: Oysters Link to Norovirus-- You May Want to Skip Oysters For Now

Norovirus, popularly known as "cruise-ship flu", "stomach flu" or "winter vomiting flu", is one of the world's most common causes of gastrointestinal distress according to New York Times. Now a new study published in the journal of "Applied and Environmental Microbiology" last month links oysters as the source of the dreadful virus.
'Celanese Corporation to Showcase at Food Ingredients Asia

According to Business Wire, Celanese Corporation will exhibit at Food Ingredients Asia 2015 this coming September 9-11 in Bangkok Thailand.
'Museum of Food and Drinks to Open in Brooklyn in October

According to the New York Times, the "Museum of Food and Drink" is set to open its first brick and mortar location this fall and aims to change your thoughts on food.