Your Legal Weed is Full of Poison with Paige St. John
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Toxicity in Cannabis: A Call for Regulation
This chapter investigates the hazardous presence of unregulated chemicals, particularly pimetrazine and carbamates, in both legal and illegal cannabis markets. It highlights the historical shortcomings in pesticide regulation in California and the alarming implications for public health, including the entry of toxic substances from illegal operations. The discussion emphasizes the urgent need for updated regulations, research funding, and transparency in product tracking to ensure consumer safety.
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