#hemp consumable

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[dustinsgreenhouse]

The Health Benefits of Adding Hemp to Your Diet: Know the Source for Quality and Safety

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Navigating can be tough when we don’t know the source but let’s dive a little deeper. Just by adding hemp to your diet can offer numerous health benefits. Hemp contains anti-inflammatory compounds that help reduce chronic inflammation and alleviate pain. It also has neuroprotective properties, potentially aiding conditions like epilepsy and neurodegenerative diseases. It is rich in essential…

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Pervasive Deception: Peering into Amazon's Problematic Hemp Market @amazon #BlogchatterA2Z

Pervasive Deception: Peering into Amazon's Problematic Hemp Market @amazon #BlogchatterA2Z #AmazonHemp #CBDDeception #ConsumerProtection #RegulatoryViolations

Unveiling the Truth: Investigating Amazon’s Hemp Market Reveals a Web of Deception and Misinformation In recent years, the hemp market has experienced explosive growth, driven by increased interest in CBD products and their potential health benefits. As one of the largest online marketplaces, Amazon has become a central hub for consumers seeking hemp-derived products. However, a recent…

[cannabisbusinessexecutive]

Navigating the Changing Landscape of Hemp-Derived Products in Virginia

The 2023 Session of the General Assembly brought significant changes to Virginia’s hemp industry with new legislation that amended the Code of Virginia, setting forth fresh requirements for certain hemp-derived products. As of July 1, 2023, these requirements took effect, impacting hemp businesses across the state. Some of the changes are head scratchers while others seem to make some reasonable…

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[what-goes-up-can-stay]

a few cannabis related reminders:

(based on my 3 years professional experience in a highly regulated medical marijuana market)

Delta 8/10 is chemically synthesized hemp (like it's damn near power washed with chemicals to turn the cbd-a in hemp into Delta 8 or 10 THC) delta 8/10 THC does occur naturally, but only in trace quantities

Delta 8/10 is also entirely unregulated, there could be anything in the products being sold and there's almost no protections for consumers

Cannabis flower has THCA which converts to THC with heat - so if a store is selling "THCA bud" it's just unregulated weed

Marijuana now is available in high enough concentrations to be addictive in the traditional sense - complete with withdrawal symptoms when quitting

Most people who smoke every day, especially women, will develop Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome, which negatively effects your digestive system

Marijuana Poisoning is a thing now and can include symptoms such as temporary psychosis (i've experienced this, and I almost ruined my life - it's very scary)

Don't trust the streets or the things californians say - in poorer areas especially, there absolutely can be fentanyl in the weed

Some people's digestive systems simply don't have the enzymes to break down THC, and no amount of edible weed will work for them

CBD can bring down a high and has nueroprotective properties that can help reduce the long-term negative side effects of THC usage

[ltwilliammowett]

Smoke on the Water

Sailors loved to smoke, it was a distraction from the hard work, the conditions around them and the often scarce food etc. Tobacco could now be consumed in different ways, either smoked in a pipe or chewed.

In addition to the pipe, officers from the 18th century onwards also liked to have a cigar from time to time, conveniently in the last days of sailing ships when the hand-rolled cigarette emerged, which incidentally was then very popular with all sailors.

Three Sailors having a break at the galley, smoking a pipe and having some tea or coffee, HMS Union of London, by unknown 1823 (x)

Now there was only one problem, because smoking was not always allowed, only at the smoking lamp or in the galley and at permitted times, and so many people chewed their tobacco, which could be consumed in between. The only thing that was a little more difficult was storing it, because it was not so easy to simply put it in your pocket if you had to expect to lose it while working in the air. That's why the sailors put their chewing tobacco under their hats and the inner lining became soaked with sweat and tobacco juice over time. Now there wasn't always tobacco to buy, or the gentleman didn't have enough money to buy it, so he took the lining out of the hat and chewed it instead. Hence the exclamation "Eat my hat".

What did a tobacco plug look like? The leaves were dipped in honey, molasses or flavoured syrup. A hole was drilled in a block of wood - hickory was preferred, but other types of wood were also sufficient - and the soaked tobacco was pressed into it, hence the word "plug". As soon as the tobacco had hardened, the plug was pulled out of the hole and wrapped in cavas so that it could be used.

As tobacco was considered essential for survival, it was almost a catastrophic event if it ran out. So worn cordage, whether manila or hemp, was tried and found to be very pungent and intoxicating; tea leaves had their devotees, and some hardy spirits experimented with some of the green weed that graced our waterlines when dried in the sun. The most popular smoke, however, was a combination of dew sausages, coffee grounds and the bark of a pork barrel, grated into small pieces and mixed in equal quantities.

[mordyverse]

🥀Steven Grant with a goth s/o!!!

ʚ🩸ɞ type: headcanons (sfw)

ʚ🩸ɞ pairings: Steven Grant x blk!gn!reader

a/n: we are so back 🦾

steven who listens to every playlist you make for him on repeat. He prefers New Wave goth over the other subgenres, and his notable favorite bands are Oingo Boingo, Cocteau Twins, The Cure, and Strawberry Switchblade. semi canon bc Comic!Marc has "The Killing Moon" by Echo and the Bunnymen as his ringtone.

steven who just nods when he hears you recite to your eccentric, offbeat philosophical poetry. It's not that he doesn't like it, he just never knows what's going on, don't take it personally.

steven who's supportive as heck when it comes to your look. he loves when you get all dressed up with makeup and jewelry, but he also understands that it's time-consuming. he loves your casual wear, too.

steven who loves taking you on picnic dates, museum dates, library dates, etc. He's BIG on thrift store dates and he's always on the lookout for new things to add to your collection (be it dolls, rocks, CDs, bones, wtv)

steven who loves movie night!! He has an expansive DVD collection (like Edward Scissorhands, Coraline, Elvira, etc) He has an affinity for black and white horror films like Dracula, though, because he loves how the movies rely on practical effects to be entertaining.

steven who sits through every single documentary with you. He even takes notes <3

steven who is hesitant to let you dress him. “it's a bit too dark for me haha..” he’ll always say, until finally giving in and letting you style him. He talks the ENTIRE time you do his makeup and he blinks like crazy when you try to apply eyeliner..

steven who loves taking strolls with you. moonlight or daylight, he's always there, his paces in time with yours, your fingers entwined with his as he holds a parasol over your head. he can't have you getting burned :(

steven who loves how your smell lingers in his flat after you’ve gone - the subtle but all-encasing scent of blood oranges, burning wood, rose water, and a bit of hemp oil calms his nerves.

steven who always hypes you up. He ADORES you. He takes so many pictures of you whenever you dress up. As soon as you step out of the house he's got his phone out, taking photos of you by the trees, the fountain, the snack aisle in the store - he's literally your biggest fan.

steven who appreciates how blunt and deadpan you can be sometimes. You're very straightforward with what you want/need and he doesn't have to play a guessing game.

steven who has the looming suspicion that his s/o may be a vampire..

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[olee]

My Bad | Simón Hempe

*English with Spanglish dialogues

A Toxic Ex?

~

You had been in a committed relationship with Simón for over two years. Both of you shared a beautiful bond and cherished each other's company. You had never imagined that things would change so drastically until one day when Simón arrived at your apartment in Buenos Aires, all drunk and disoriented. He seemed in a different state of mind and told you he wanted to end things with you. The words he used were harsh, and his tone was bitter. He said, “Mirá, no quiero saber nada de vos, ¿entendiste? No tengo ganas de bancarme tus quilombos ni tus historias. Chau y que te vaya bien, pero lejos, ¿eh?” which meant he didn't want to have anything to do with you. The sudden change in his behavior left you shocked and devastated. You tried to reason with him, but he seemed determined to end the relationship, leaving you wondering what went wrong.

The events of that night are still fresh in your mind. Simón, your partner, took all his belongings and left you alone in your apartment without any explanation. You were left feeling confused and hurt, wondering what could have gone wrong. The morning had started off perfectly, as Simón had made you coffee, played some bachata music, and danced with you, beaming with joy. He had recently landed a role in the movie "Society of the Snow," and his excitement was palpable. So, when he arrived late at night, drunk, and abruptly announced that he wanted to break up without any discussion, it was a shock. You couldn't help but wonder what had suddenly made him change his mind.

It's been a year and a half since you parted ways with Simón. In that time, you've made some significant changes to your life. You decided to move to Barcelona, a city that has always fascinated you, and you have not regretted it. You've made some great friends, but you've also had some tough times with the guys you dated. Despite the ups and downs of your love life, you have found a sense of belonging in the neighborhood of El Poble-sec. You live with two roommates, Mateo and Laura, who are both passionate about politics and literature, which you find equally interesting.

You're currently working as a librarian while pursuing a graduate degree in literature. Writing has always been your passion, and you've been writing poetry for as long as you can remember. However, you've found it challenging to find inspiration since moving to Barcelona. You miss Simón's encouragement; he always believed you had the potential to be a writer. Nevertheless, you are determined to keep writing, and you hope that one day, you'll find your way back to the page with renewed inspiration and creativity.

It was a Friday night in Barcelona, and after a long day of studying, your roommates invited you to a hidden bar. Despite feeling tired, you couldn't resist the temptation of a night out with your friends. As the clock struck 11:30 pm, you headed to the bar, ready for a night of partying in the vibrant city. Upon arriving at the bar, you found your roommates engaged in a deep conversation in Catalán about independence. It was clear that they had already indulged in some drinks, as discussing politics in Catalonia was a topic that required a certain level of inebriation.

You sat next to them, feeling the excitement of the night ahead. You ordered a refreshing Estrella Galicia beer and listened intently to their conversation, taking in the ambiance of the hidden and chill bar. The dim lighting and eclectic decor added to the overall mood, making for a perfect start to your weekend.

As you had already consumed a few beers, your roommate invited you to a club. Of course, in your inebriated state, you enthusiastically agreed. As the group stumbled in zigzags toward the exit of the hidden bar, they encountered a set of stairs leading out of the building. Due to your intoxicated condition, you nearly tumbled down the stairs, but a sudden, firm grip on your arm prevented a fall. Initially thought it was your roommate, Mateo, but the blurred vision made it difficult to confirm.

Anxiety washed over you until a familiar voice spoke, saying, "Necesitás tomar agua. No estás bien, se te nota. Dejá de joder y andá a agarrar una botella, que te va a hacer bien. ¿Querés que te la alcance o te movés vos sola?" Your response was, "Che, andá a cagar, me la banco sola, ¿entendiste? No necesito tu ayuda, así que haceme el favor y tomá el camino. ¡Chau!"

However, as you attempted to move on, you stumbled, and the person supporting you tightened their grip. He said, “Che, (tu nombre), vení, yo te llevo al mercado por un agua y después te acerco a casa.”

“Boludo! No sé quién eres, obvio que no iré," you retorted. However, he responded in a worried tone, "Soy Simón, obvio que sabes quién soy." You then replied, “Simón... (in your broken English you tell him) Simón is DEAD.”

He continued to ignore your insults, while you persistently hurled a barrage of offensive words at Simón, declaring him an idiot and emphasizing that he was undeniably dead. Despite your verbal assault, Simón looked at you with concern, as if he believed he had done something wrong and genuinely wanted to help you.

As Simón buys you a bottle of water with a painkiller, you're seated outside on a bench waiting for him. He arrives and sits next to you, saying, “Tomá, esto te va a ayudar.” You look at him and say, “Nunca pensé volver a cruzarme con vos. Te re mil odio. Me dejaste plantado y ni una explicación. Cada día me siento peor, pensando que hice algo mal, y sé que estoy hablando con un fantasma, pero—” he interrupts you and says, “No es tu culpa. Yo soy el boludo. Unos amigos, o mejor dicho, unos forros, me dijeron que estabas con alguien más y la verdad es que no sé por qué les di bola. Hasta al día siguiente, me di cuenta de la cagada que me mandé.”

As you inquire about why he didn't reach out the next day, Simón takes a deep breath and begins, "Look, I wanted to talk to you, but I realized I couldn't. I tried messaging you, calling you, but you had blocked me on everything."

You squint at him, a mixture of disbelief and frustration on your face. "Blocked you? Yeah, well, you disappeared without a word!"

Simón nods solemnly, "I know, and I'm sorry. I messed up big time. I was stupid to believe what others said without checking with you first."

You scoff, "Stupid is an understatement, Simón. You ghosted me without any explanation. I felt like I did something wrong."

He looks genuinely remorseful, "And that's on me. I should've trusted you, and I should've communicated. I'm really sorry, (Y/N)."

You roll your eyes, still holding onto your anger, "Sorry doesn't change what happened. Why should I believe you now?"

Simón takes a moment before responding, "You don't have to believe me, but I want you to know I regret it. I've been kicking myself every day since. I was a fool, and I'm sincerely sorry for hurting you."

—

Part 2? 👀

[the-empress-7]

Is there any way to reverse grey hair?

Empress, I’m the Indian anon (wine lover like you). We women in South India consume Curry leaves from the curry leaf plant everyday in every dish. It’s impossible to have dish without these leaves. And if you google ‘south indian hairstyles’, you will see us with thick, luxurious hair! 

You can get these curry leaves in the form of powder in Amazon. Due to the stressful circumstances in my life, I developped white hair in my thirties. I’ve restarted eating them & slowly I can see my genetic hair colour growing back!

I’d like to share a recipe that I use. You can buy this powder from amazon. I warm equal quantities of flax seeds, pumkin seeds& hemp seeds in a pan (to remove humidity) & grind it in a coffee grinder. Mix this with the curry leaf powder & a pinch of salt. Take 2 teaspoons everyday in your curd or porridge or soup or just sprinkle on your sandwich. Results are seen over a two month period. (Those with allergies, please consult a doctor first!)

(DISCLAIMER): I’m not a doctor! This is my personnal concotion! Apart from the curry leaves, I’ve taken advice from You tubers. Curry leaves contain Folic acid which helps to boost developement of RBC &WBC, also helps increase good gut bacteria.

Also, once a week, massage your scalp with coconut oil 10 minutes before washing your hair. Indian women apply coconut oil everyday but it is to help bear the intense tropical heat as it is very cooling.

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Thank you so much! What a great testimony and so glad this works for you.

I am on Nutrafol right now and that shit is expensive AF.

[smudgingpumpkins]

LAMMAS

Also known as "Lughnasadh"

When is Lammas?

It is celebrated on August 1st, which is roughly the midway point between the summer solstice and autumn equinox.

What does Lammas mean?

It is a celebration of the ripening of the harvest, and preparation for the upcoming autumn. Apples and cherries are ripe for picking, and corn and beans stand tall and green.

Who does Lammas celebrate?

As in the name, the Celtic god Lugh is traditionally honored, in which he is the god of the sun, of craftsmanship, and of harvest. Some stories say that Lugh held a harvest on the first of August for his foster mother, Tailtiu.

LAMMAS TRADITIONS

Work with stones that heighten creativity, abundance, and wealth, such as moss agate, carnelian, red aventurine, yellow topaz, obsidian, and citrine.

Use musky herbs and flowers like peonies, hydrangeas, rosemary, sandalwood, and most importantly wheat. These beautiful pinkish flowers bring forth good fortune and good omens to past and future memories. Wheat is a major source of energy and provides healthy vitamins and minerals.

Consume a variety of grains, fruits, and vegetables, like corn, beans, apples, cherries, and fresh bread. Key crops become ready for harvest in the late summer and early fall, so consume them to honor farmers, the end of summer, and the God Lugh.

Wear and/or decorate with orange, bronze, beige, and light brown colors.

Incorporate animal imagery (e.g., photographs, drawings, figurines, et cetera) of roosters, pigs, and cows, which are in close association with farming and agriculture. In some cultures, these animals represent good fortune, power, and success.

LAMMAS ACTIVITIES

Bake bread. Wheat is a major part of Lammas and has historically been a staple crop during times of starvation. "Lammas" is actually a derivative of the Anglo-Saxon word "loaf mass."

Get creative. Lugh is the god of craftsmanship, after all. Write poems, paint, play an instrument--or whatever you choose.

Take a ritual bath: add a drop of rosemary oil, coarse salt, verbena, and flower petals to your bath.

Craft a wheat straw doll. They are also called "grain goddesses" or "harvest queens." Make them out of wheat stems or straws and use hemp/cotton thread to form the head and arms!

Make a Lammas altar. In the center of the altar, add an icon of Lugh or a god(dess) of your choice, and decorate around it with birch sticks, wheat, flowers, candles, brown and beige colors, and a cornucopia if you would like.

Get creative with recipes! Carlota Santos, the author of Magika, recommends a "Lammas cocktail" with red wine, cinnamon, and apples.

Carlota Santos' Lammas Cocktail Recipe

[beesmygod]

a couple years back there was a novelty 4loko hemp flavor released for 4/20. i was curious enough to buy one and it was the second nastiest alcoholic beverage ive ever had the displeasure of consuming. it didnt even have any weed in it it was just 12% malt liquor that tasted like the world’s most hotboxed honda civic

why were we letting them make that drink back then.

[rachellaurengray]

Top Plant-Based Protein Powders for Every Taste and Goal

Finding the right plant-based protein powder can elevate your fitness routine and support your health goals. Whether you're an athlete, fitness enthusiast, or simply looking for a plant-powered boost, choosing a high-quality protein is key. In this guide, we will look at the best plant-based protein powders, including popular brands like Vega, BioSteel, and Sunwarrior. With a variety of taste profiles—from rich chocolate to smooth vanilla—there’s an option to suit every preference and help fuel your day.

1. Vega Sport Premium Protein

Type: Plant-based, Vegan

Protein Source: Pea protein, pumpkin seed protein, sunflower seed protein, alfalfa protein

Taste: Chocolate, Vanilla, Mocha, Peanut Butter

Key Features: 30g of protein per serving, 6g BCAAs, 5g glutamine, and no artificial flavors or sweeteners.

Ideal For: Athletes, those seeking post-workout recovery.

2. BioSteel Plant-Based Protein

Type: Plant-based, Vegan

Protein Source: Pea protein, brown rice protein

Taste: Chocolate, Vanilla, Ice Cream sandwich, Maple Pancake, Cinnamon Bun

Key Features: 20g of protein per serving, no sugar, and made with non-GMO ingredients. Includes added electrolytes and amino acids.

Ideal For: Hydration, muscle recovery, clean energy.

3. Sunwarrior Warrior Blend

Type: Plant-based, Vegan

Protein Source: Pea protein, hemp protein, goji berries, coconut

Taste: Chocolate, Vanilla, Natural, Berry

Key Features: 27g of protein per serving, high in BCAAs, MCTs, and antioxidants.

Ideal For: Vegan athletes, those looking for a clean, all-in-one blend.

4. Orgain Organic Protein

Type: Plant-based, Vegan

Protein Source: Pea protein, brown rice protein, chia seeds

Taste: Chocolate, Vanilla, Peanut Butter, Cookies & Cream

Key Features: 21g of protein per serving, certified organic, no artificial flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives.

Ideal For: Those seeking a balanced, everyday plant protein powder.

5. KOS Organic Plant Protein

Type: Plant-based, Vegan

Protein Source: Pea protein, organic pumpkin seed protein, organic flaxseed, quinoa

Taste: Chocolate, Vanilla, Chocolate Mint

Key Features: 20g of protein per serving, organic, 9 essential amino acids, digestive enzymes.

Ideal For: People looking for a nutrient-dense, organic option with digestive support.

6. Garden of Life Raw Organic Protein

Type: Plant-based, Vegan

Protein Source: Pea protein, brown rice protein, chia seeds, and sprouted grains

Taste: Vanilla, Chocolate, Unflavored

Key Features: 22g of protein per serving, 44 superfoods, probiotics, and digestive enzymes.

Ideal For: Those who want a clean, whole-food-based protein with added digestive benefits.

7. Nuzest Clean Lean Protein

Type: Plant-based, Vegan

Protein Source: Pea protein isolate

Taste: Chocolate, Vanilla, Coffee, Strawberry

Key Features: 20g of protein per serving, 100% pea protein isolate, no artificial ingredients.

Ideal For: Those who prefer a pure, minimalistic protein source with low carbs.

8. Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides (Plant-based alternative)

Type: Plant-based, Vegan alternative to collagen

Protein Source: Pea protein, rice protein

Taste: Unflavored

Key Features: Focuses on joint and skin health, while providing protein for muscle recovery.

Ideal For: Vegan consumers looking for a collagen-boosting alternative.

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Nutra Haven Great CBD Gummies- Shocking Side Effects & Scam Complaints?

[tomorrowusa]

C'mon, did anybody NOT think that those Trump "Swiss" watches were a scam?

Last month, Donald Trump announced that he was selling limited-edition, gaudy watches ranging from $499 to the bargain price of $100,000, bragging about their Swiss-made precision. But a CNN investigation traced the watches’ origin to a shopping center in remote Sheridan, Wyoming, where TheBestWatchesOnEarth LLC, the company behind the timepieces, is based. There’s no indication that a watch company is located at the building listed at the address, only a daycare. Its neighbors include an H&R Block, a Wendy’s, and a “vape and hemp smoke shop.”   [ ... ] CNN couldn’t find the people behind the company either, because the business’s location allows it to legally hide those details from the public. The news network found that knocking on the door of the business’s supposed address didn’t answer those questions. Interestingly, the limited liability corporation behind Trump’s infamous gold sneakers is also based at the address, along with other random businesses. The watch company was registered on July 29, only two months before Trump announced the watch line.   A lobbying firm that represents Montenegro’s government is also based at the Wyoming address, along with a company, Kingdom Honey LLC, that sells “male enhancement honey” products that the Food and Drug Administration has warned against consuming. Curiously, that honey venture also goes by TheBestHoneyOnEarth on its online retail store. [ ... ] It’s telling that Trump would put his name on a product that has unclear origins, connected to a business that isn’t particularly transparent. After all, his presidential administration wasn’t particularly transparent, either, and his business activities led to a massive fraud judgment against him. Perhaps it just goes to show how desperate the former president is for cash.  

Trump supporters, by definition, are people who LOVE being scammed.

Wyoming is thinly populated. I read someplace that there are just two escalators in the entire state. Even by Wyoming standards, Sheridan is a bit out of the way. Though I-90 does go through it and you can hop across the Montana border to visit the site of the Battle of the Little Bighorn.

But it is a peculiar place for the world headquarters (if you can call it that) of Trump Watches.

[blackswallowtailbutterfly]

Eating the Spring Shoots of Dog-Strangling Vine--An Experiment

**WARNING** Every member of the milkweed family is poisonous. Some members, including all milkweeds (Asclepias) are edible after cooking, though some need more thorough cooking than others. Beginning foragers should absolutely not try this. More experienced foragers do so at their own risk.

Invasive species are everywhere. They differ from naturalized non-native plants in that they negatively impact the environment outside their native range. Dandelions, for example are not invasive in many places despite their numbers. But dog-strangling vine (Vincetoxicum) most certainly is. Its roots release a chemical in the ground that is poisonous to other plants and it's just close enough to the milkweeds to fool the monarch butterflies into laying their eggs on them, but the hatchlings then starve because they can't eat them. Garlic mustard is another invasive plant in North America and it also releases chemicals in the soil, but it's a perfectly edible plant and could in theory be eaten out of existence. Pity the same isn't true of dog-strangling vine--or is it?

The dogbanes (Apocynum) are another genus in the milkweed family and are known to be much more poisonous than milkweeds typically are (again, some are more poisonous than others). Yet there are edible uses for hemp dogbane (Apocynum cannabinum). It just happens to involve more preparation than, say, common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca).

I'm unaware of anyone dying from consuming dog-strangling vine, unlike lily-of-the-valley, yet another invasive species, which has killed people. In fact I couldn't find evidence of anyone eating it at all. I'm sure I can't have been the first to try, but if it's ever been recorded that information is not easily accessible.

I've read a lot about preparation of poisonous plants into edible vegetables and what I found in common is that young shoots seem to be the safest and generally you boil them (some in several changes of water). Pokeweed, for example, is deadly poisonous but for the young shoots in spring before the stems turn red. In that stage you can cook and eat them, and they used to be harvested fairly regularly and canned and sold in grocery stores.

So my plan was that I would try just a little to start and see if I got sick or had any worrying symptoms and work my way up. This is what I started with:

Just three little shoots from the garden. I fried them up until tender and crispy, at which point they also smelled quite nice, kind of a mix of asparagus and spinach, where before they had an unpleasant chemical smell. The taste was quite nice too. A sweet asparagus flavour. No symptoms after waiting a week.

That gave me some confidence because frying is considerably less thorough than boiling is and yet no adverse reaction. So the next step was to try a handful:

Since these were somewhat older I had to cut the ends off some of them, as you would asparagus. Cooked them longer and on higher heat, just in case. Also threw in some daisy buds. Same asparagus spinach smell, same sweet asparagus flavour. And again, no symptoms.

I waited a little over a week and then it was time for the final stage:

This time I did boil them, since I didn't want to play fuck around and find out *that* much. I then fried them up with some mushrooms I'd collected that day and then I mixed it all into some Annie's pasta, along with fresh invasive onions from the ravine. The final result was enough for three meals' worth, so I had a third for dinner, more for lunch the next day, and the rest for lunch the following day. It's now over 24 hours since yesterday's lunch. No symptoms.

This doesn't make it generally edible. I am a data point of one. What I can say is that, at least for some people this plant can be consumed young if cooked thoroughly with no short-term ill effects. Note that some people are able to eat the poisonous mushroom species of the Agaricus genus with no symptoms. They're still poisonous mushrooms.

The point is it's promising! I have shown it is *possible*. If other brave people who exercise appropriate caution eventually have similar results then, well, anecdata becomes data. :)

For my part I will definitely be adding this plant to my mental list of spring vegetables that require thorough cooking.