In the press

Cannabis first captured Chanda Macias’ interest more than fifteen years ago. With a background in cancer research, particularly aggressive forms of breast cancer, and a Ph.D. in Molecular and Cellular Biology, she uncovered studies suggesting the incredible therapeutic potential of the cannabis plant. Marijuana was the ultimate therapy that people could implement. Research had been…

In partnership with Ilera Holistic Healthcare, the university launched ALAFIA last week, hoping to help destigmatize cannabis. In partnership with Ilera Holistic Healthcare, a medical marijuana company in Pennsylvania, the university launched its hemp product line, ALAFIA, last week. The name means “inner peace” in the Yoruba language, according to the team behind the product.…

Ilera Holistic Healthcare and Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Baton Rouge have partnered to produce their own CBD line. Dr. Chanda is the CEO of Ilera Holistic and spoke with Forbes about the recent announcement. The Southern University and A&M College, the largest historically black university in Louisiana, serving African-American students since…

Just recently, Dr. Chanda spoke with Caitlin Donohue of High Times to discuss Women Grows’ Korto Momolu show at New York Fashion Week on September 7th at Pier 59 Studios.  “We are always seeking innovative ways to address and erase the stigma that still exists today for women who embrace cannabis as a career and/or…

Dr. Chanda has been recognized by Forbes as “One of Fifteen Powerful & Innovative Women in Cannabis Right Now.” Read more about her contributions to the industry and other inspiring females on Forbes! Read the article here!

Dr. Chanda is honored to have been featured in Marie Claire magazine for their article, “15 Women to Watch in the CBD Industry.” She joins other female doctors, scientists, venture capitalists, and marketing pros in the effort to promote the many benefits of CBD. In the article, Dr. Chanda touches on CBD’s impact on female…

On August 20th, Dr. Chanda visited the New York Stock Exchange for a sit-down interview with Cheddar to discuss Women upcoming New York Fashion Week collaboration with Project Runway fashion designer, Korto Momolu. You can watch the video in its entirety hereto learn more about this event curated by women, for women!  Read the article here!

When Chanda Macias’s 9-year-old son talks about his mother’s work, he speaks in code. She deals in medicine, she’s a doctor, and her place of work is a pharmacy. No further specifics allowed. “There’s certain words that he’s not allowed to say, period,” Macias told Yahoo Finance. “He’s not allowed to say pre-roll. He’s not…

The unregulated market does not provide the education, diversity, or consistency of strains and products necessary to provide individualized care. Marijuana is medicine. This plant-based treatment should be an accessible and affordable healthcare choice for all patients. Scientific data supports its use to treat specific ailments or conditions — research has shown, for example, that…

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