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Privacy Policy - Royal Queen Seeds

To ensure a safe online environment and guarantee adequate data protection, we strictly comply with all legal requirements. In this privacy statement, we provide information about how and for what purpose data is collected, safety measures, storage periods and contact details.


COMPANY NAME: SNORKEL SPAIN, SL (hereinafter ROYAL QUEEN SEEDS)

C/ Vilar d'Abdelà, 5 (nave 1) CP: 08170 de Montornès del Vallès

+34 937 379 846

[email protected]


The present Privacy Policy sets out the terms on which we will treat personal data at ROYAL QUEEN SEEDS; this includes any personal data collected through our website https://www.royalqueenseeds.com/ as well as any other data we process in the course of our business activities.

ROYAL QUEEN SEEDS collects the following personal data for the purposes listed below:

SECTION 1 – PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT

1.1 Account purchases

Account purchases can only be made if you are in possession of a personal account. When you create an account or purchase something from our shop, as part of the buying and selling process we collect the following personal information that you provide to us:

  • First and last name
  • Home and billing address
  • Telephone number
  • Gender
  • IP address
  • Email address
  • Date of birth

This information is required for delivery. In addition, when you browse our shop, we automatically receive the Internet Protocol (IP) address of your computer. Based on this information, we can optimise your online experience and at the same time protect our online environment.

Purpose of data collection

We collect and store account-related data for the following purposes:

(a) to carry out obligations arising from any contracts between you and us, and to provide you with information, products and services that you may request from us;

(b) to set up, manage and communicate with you about your account and your orders;

(c) to conduct market research and analysis;

(d) to confirm your age and identity, and to detect and prevent fraud.

1.2 Newsletters

With your explicit permission, we may send you newsletters about our shop, new products and other updates. We send newsletters based on your explicit consent. In the event that you purchase a product, and in accordance with current regulations, we may send you commercial communications in accordance with the legitimate interest of our company, always about products or services similar to those you have purchased or contracted. In any case, you may exercise your right of opposition through the channels announced in this Privacy Policy. The following information is collected in relation to the newsletter:

  • First & last name
  • Gender

We do not need to know the sex of the person in order to send the newsletter (data minimisation: by law we must ask for data that is strictly necessary to provide the service, and in this case knowing the sex is not necessary to send the newsletter).

  • Email address

Purpose of data collection

The data collected is used to:

(a) personalise our emails, including your name and gender;

(b) provide gender-specific content.

You can withdraw your consent at any time by using the link provided in the newsletter or the contact information provided in section 2.

1.3 Customer service and contact form

In order to provide appropriate support, our customer service employees have access to information related to the account. Consequently, their support will be highly effective and friendly. The data provided in our contact form is used by our CRM provider, SuperOffice. We will only use your details to respond to your message.

SECTION 2 – LEGITIMATE INTEREST

If you have purchased any of our products, please note that we may process your personal data for promotional purposes, based on Royal Queen Seeds' legitimate interest only to offer you products or services from our company and about products or services similar to those you have purchased. You may exercise your right to opt out of future messages by the means set out in this Privacy Policy or through any notification you receive.

2.1 How do you withdraw consent?

If you change your mind, you can withdraw your consent for us to contact you for the purpose of collecting, using, or disclosing your data at any time by reaching out to us at: [email protected].

SECTION 3 – DISCLOSURE

We may disclose your personal information if we are required to do so by law or if you breach our Terms of Service.

SECTION 4 – HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR DATA?

At Royal Queen Seeds, we will not retain your data for longer than is necessary for the purposes described in this Policy. Different retention periods apply for different types of data; however, the longest period we will normally hold any personal data is 10 years.

4.1 Account information

Data relating to the account remains relevant for as long as the consumer is in possession of an account. Therefore, the data remains documented for as long as the account exists. When our customers delete an account, the associated data will be deleted within a reasonable period of time. Requests regarding the inspection or correction of stored personal data or the deletion of an account can be sent to [email protected].

4.2 Newsletters

In the event that you give us your consent to inform you about our products or services, we will keep your data until you express your wish not to receive any further communications from us. However, we regularly (every month) carry out a relevance check. Registered customers (and their personal information) will be deleted whenever customers do not reply to our request. In addition, our newsletter mailing has an opt-out feature. Consumers can withdraw their consent by using this opt-out feature.

SECTION 5 – COOKIES

Cookies are small information files that notify your computer of previous interactions with our website. These cookies are stored on your hard drive, not on our website. Essentially, when you use our website, your computer displays its cookies to us, informing our site that you have visited before. This allows our website to function more quickly and remember aspects related to your previous visits (such as your username), making your experience more convenient. At Royal Queen Seeds, we use two types of cookies: functional and analytical.

5.1 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies are used to enhance your online experience. Among other things, these cookies track what is added to your shopping cart. The use of these cookies does not require prior authorization.

5.2 Analytical Cookies

Analytical cookies are used for research and market analysis. The data collected with these analytical cookies is anonymous, making it unusable for third parties. The use of these cookies does not require prior authorization.

SECTION 5 – THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Third-party services are required to conduct transactions and provide our services. In general, the third-party providers we use will only collect, use and disclose your information to the extent necessary to enable them to perform the services they provide to us.

However, certain third-party service providers, such as payment gateways and other payment transaction processors, have their own privacy policies regarding the information we must provide to them for your transactions.

We encourage you to read the privacy policies of these providers so that you can understand how these providers will handle your personal information.

In particular, certain suppliers may be located or have facilities located in a different jurisdiction than yours or ours. Therefore, if you choose to proceed with a transaction involving the services of a third party, your information may be subject to the laws of the jurisdiction in which that service provider or its facilities are located.

Once you leave our website or are redirected to a third-party website or application, you are no longer governed by this Privacy Policy or the Terms of Service of our website.

Web analytics service (anonymous data)

On this website we have integrated an element of a web analytics service (with anonymisation functionality). Web analytics can be defined as the gathering, processing and analysis of data about the behaviour of visitors to websites. An analytics service collects, among other things, data about which website a person came from (the so-called referrer), which sub-pages they visited or how often and for how long they visited a sub-page. Web analytics is mainly used for website optimisation and for a cost–benefit analysis of internet advertising.

Courier service

To complete deliveries we use a courier service. This courier service carries out the delivery between our company and the consumer's home. To complete these logistics, the company requires access to the consumer's name and address information.

Mailing service

Royal Queen Seeds uses a third-party mail service provider to send its newsletter. This provider has access to limited account information related to opt-in consent (e.g. email address).

Marketing services

Royal Queen Seeds has the support of a company that specialises in marketing and communication activities. Their access to personal information is very limited and mostly anonymous.

Payment services

At Royal Queen Seeds we use external payment services to handle our transactions (e.g. credit card payments).

SECTION 6 – SECURITY

To protect your personal information, we take reasonable precautions and follow industry standard best practices to ensure that it is not inappropriately lost, misused, accessed, disclosed, altered or destroyed.

If you provide us with your credit card information, the information is encrypted using secure socket layer technology (SSL) and stored using AES-256 encryption. Although no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, we follow all PCI-DSS requirements and implement additional industry standards that are commonly accepted. Information related to the account is protected with a hashing method. This method transforms the information into a generated hash. As a result, confidential information is protected and invisible, even to us. In addition, our databases are exceptionally protected against unauthorised access. For example, access to the database is only possible and permitted via approved IP addresses (e.g. from Royal Queen Seeds headquarters). Other attempts and addresses are rejected at all times.

Furthermore, data is anonymised as much as possible, so it cannot be directly linked to a specific consumer. With this data, however, we may be able to carry out market research and analysis. In addition, the third parties concerned (e.g. mailing service) are examined prior to our collaboration, comply with the GDPR from the EU and receive a processing agreement. Within Royal Queen Seeds, employees are assigned different access permissions. Specific permission provides access only to information that is strictly required to perform a task. Digital security measures are subject to change and must meet high requirements to ensure the safety of online customers. That is why, at Royal Queen Seeds, we appoint a security officer. Regular verification and improvement of security measures (where necessary) are part of the role.

SECTION 7 – CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time, so please check back regularly. Changes and clarifications will be effective immediately upon being published on the Website. If we make substantial changes to this policy, we will notify you here that it has been updated so you will know what information we collect, how we use it and under what circumstances, if any, we use and/or disclose it.

SECTION 8 – YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO:

  • Revoke the consent you have granted;
  • Access personal data;
  • Rectify personal data;
  • Delete personal data;
  • File a complaint or a writ for the protection of your rights before the Spanish Data Protection Agency;
  • Be notified of any security incident that may affect your rights;
  • Limitation of processing;
  • Portability.
By Luke Sumpter

Cannabis is well-known for its characteristic effect of chilling users out, plunging them into a state of relaxation and calm. When considering conditions such as ADHD and ADD, this state actually seems quite ideal for a person who is having trouble with rapid thoughts, lack of focus, and paying significant attention to the mundane but necessary daily tasks.

Cannabis is proving to assist with a wide scope of medical conditions, in large part due to certain compounds within the plant that interface with specific receptors in the human body that comprise the endocannabinoid system (ECS). Although further and more detailed research is required before any concrete conclusions can be made, it may be this internal system that plays an underlying role when it comes to ADHD and ADD.

Correct functioning of the cannabinoid receptors CB1 and CB2, along with adequate levels of endocannabinoids anandamide and 2-AG, may be required for proper cognitive function and performance. When this system is out of balance, symptoms of ADHD and ADD may start to arise.

WHAT ARE ADHD & ADD?

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a prevalent childhood condition that is estimated to affect over 6 million children within the United States. There are several variations of the disorder, and it can manifest in slightly different ways within different individuals. The condition is defined by lack of attention, drifting focus, difficulty concentrating, and disruptive behaviour. Adults can also be diagnosed with the condition, which may have gone unnoticed during their childhood years.

There is often some confusion revolving around the difference between ADHD and ADD. ADD was previously believed to be a different condition, defined by similar characteristics of ADHD, only without the hyperactive element. Recently, the symptoms that used to make up the diagnosis for ADD now present as ADHD after a reclassification.

TYPES OF ADHD

There are three types of ADHD, and they all revolve around lack of attention and hyperactivity. The first type is inattentive ADHD, a group of symptoms that would have been diagnosed as ADD in the past. This form of ADHD exhibits lack of attention without signs of hyperactivity.

The inattentive element of ADHD can be highly problematic for children and adults, and can negatively impact their social and educational/professional lives. Inattention is often defined by a person who is easily distracted, loses focus easily, is disorganised, finds it hard to follow instructions, and actively avoids tasks that require substantial mental effort. The individual in question may also ignore people when they are being directly spoken to.

Types of ADHD

The second form of ADHD is hyperactive/impulsive ADHD. This form of the condition features symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsiveness, but is devoid of the inattention that is definitive in the first form of the condition. Symptoms of this form of ADHD can present as excessive talking, conversational interruption, excessive fidgeting, and appearing to be always on-the-go and finding it hard and unpleasant to be at rest.

The third form of the condition is combined ADHD, which is when a person experiences the symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity combined.

CAUSES OF ADHD

So, we’ve looked at some of the symptoms of this condition, but what exactly is the cause of it? Well, at this point in time, researchers in the field are still not entirely sure. ADHD is believed to have multiple origins, one of which is neurological. Some research suggests that decreased levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine could play a role.

Dopamine is responsible for transmitting signals between neurons and plays a role in movement, memory, behaviour and cognition, mood, learning, attention, and reward systems.

Another causal factor could be based in genetics and a structural difference within regions of the brain. Reduction in grey matter volume has been associated with individuals diagnosed with ADHD.

CONVENTIONAL TREATMENT

Before we get into what cannabis might be able to do for a person diagnosed with ADHD, let’s first take a look at what conventional treatments are utilised. Usual treatments consist of a combination of medications and behavioral therapy. The medications prescribed are either stimulants or non-stimulants.

Stimulants are used to boost the levels of dopamine and norepinephrine within the brain. Central nervous system stimulants such as Ritalin and Adderall are used to achieve this. Non-stimulants that achieve similar effects include Strattera and antidepressants such as nortriptyline.

Exercise, adequate sleep, and proper nutrition are also recommended to those diagnosed with ADHD as a way to manage symptoms. Mindfulness meditation, time in nature, and yoga may help to achieve similar results as well.

ADHD Hyperactivity

CANNABIS AS A POTENTIAL TREATMENT

Conventional treatments might not work for some people experiencing ADHD. Or even if they do, people might go looking elsewhere if they find the side effects to be undesirable. Some individuals might find great relief when attempting to self-medicate using cannabis. Anecdotal evidence suggests that using the herb may assist with reducing hyperactivity and impulsivity, which in turn may boost focus and decrease restlessness.

Anecdotal evidence isn’t the only type pointing towards cannabis as a potential treatment for ADHD. Several pieces of research and numerous doctors are also suggesting that compounds within cannabis may benefit the symptoms of ADHD.

A 2017 paper[1] published within the journal European Neuropsychopharmacology details a pilot randomised placebo-controlled experimental study that administered cannabinoid medication to 30 adults with ADHD. The authors of the paper state that the potential therapeutic effects of cannabis could be achieved via enhancing dopaminergic transmission, the same mechanism achieved by conventional medications.

The participants were split into two groups, one of which received an active treatment and the other of which received a placebo. The active group received doses of an oromucosal spray named Sativex. Each 100 microlitre spray of the product contains 2.7mg of THC and 2.5mg of CBD. The use of cannabinoids within this study were associated with significant improvement in hyperactivity and impulsivity, and a trend towards improvement in attentiveness in adults with ADHD.

The results from this study bolster anecdotal cases that display the effectiveness of self-medicating with cannabis to treat some of the symptoms associated with ADHD.

POSSIBLE ENDOCANNABINOID DEFICIENCY?

The study above shows that active constituents produced within the cannabis plant may help to alleviate the symptoms of ADHD. However, cannabinoids may play an even more fundamental role within the condition.

Dr. David Bearman of Santa Barbara, California elects to treat some of his ADHD patients with cannabis. Bearman believes that difficulty with focus and attention may stem from a patient experiencing what is known as a clinical endocannabinoid deficiency, meaning they are lacking adequate amounts of endocannabinoids that the body produces internally.

Interestingly, the endocannabinoid anandamide interacts with the same receptor site as the phytocannabinoid THC, meaning that ingestion of THC may help to boost the activation of this receptor, even with low levels of endogenous cannabinoids.

Dr. Bearman states that a person deficient in endocannabinoids who supplements with phytocannabinoids is likely to experience a reduction in the speed of neurotransmitter release, allowing the brain to focus with greater acuity.

Tdah and TDA Cannabis Treatment

POTENTIAL RISKS OF CANNABIS SELF-MEDICATION

Although cannabis may be a potential treatment for ADHD, its use needs to be considered on an individual basis. People experiencing ADHD are more likely to develop substance abuse disorders, and the use of cannabis raises the possibility of addiction and the use of other substances. This especially applies to teenagers, who are highly likely to start engaging in heavy cannabis use after experimenting with self-medicating.

Heavy cannabis use during teenage years may have serious adverse effects. The brain is still developing until around the age of 25, and significant cannabis use prior to this period has been associated with decreased performance during cognitive tasks and a thinner cortex—a brain region that controls memory and inhibition.

A WORD ON MICRODOSING

Some researchers state that microdosing may be the best route to take in terms of self-medication, especially for teens who are looking to experiment. A microdose is a tiny amount of cannabis—so small that the psychoactive effects are either not noticeable at all, or are very subtle. These small doses may help users to increase their focus, without taking a dose so large that it decreases productivity and functionality.

BE STRATEGIC WITH STRAINS

Those looking to self-medicate with cannabis should know that different strains can cause widely different psychoactive and therapeutic effects. Indica-dominant strains are associated with relaxation and more of a stoning body high. On the other hand, sativa-dominant strains are known to be more cerebral, energetic, and even motivating.

Strains also contain varying levels of cannabinoids. High-THC strains will result in much more of a psychoactive effect, whereas high-CBD strains are less so.

Different people will perhaps find certain strains more favourable for their condition. Sativa-dominant strains may serve to boost focus and attention, whereas indica-dominant varieties may help to calm down hyperactivity.

External Resources:
  1. Cannabinoids in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: A randomised-controlled trial - ScienceDirect http://www.europeanneuropsychopharmacology.com
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This content is for educational purposes only. The information provided is derived from research gathered from external sources.
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