We need to talk about protecting kids from eating cannabis candy

The confectionery industry will have to create child-proof packaging guidelines, and public service campaigns to help keep kids safe.

Crystal Lindell

February 20, 2019

Every single time I mention cannabis-infused confections to someone, the first thing they say is, “What if kids eat them accidentally?”

Stirring the ‘pot’: Lots of gray area when it comes to drug-filled candy

As nutraceuticals and marijuana edibles become more popular, industry should lead dialogue on the issues

Bernie Pacyniak

January 14, 2015

As much as I would like to simply say aye or nay, I don’t believe the issues are that black and white.

Marijuana vs. Sugar

Are sugar and pot about to flip roles?

Poll shows Americans believe sugar is more harmful than pot. Confectionery industry should start panicking now.

Crystal Lindell

March 12, 2014

A new Wall Street Journal /NBC News poll asked Americans to pick the most harmful among four substances, and more people chose sugar than marijuana!

Potential gum could see ‘high’ sales

Company working on medical marijuana chewing gum

Crystal Lindell

August 22, 2012

Gum with vitamins? Check. Gum with nicotine? Check. Gum with marijuana? Almost.

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We need to talk about protecting kids from eating cannabis candy

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Are sugar and pot about to flip roles?

Potential gum could see ‘high’ sales

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