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Can CBD Bring You Down If You Get Too High?
Posted on October 06 2020
CBD has been one of the cannabinoid-masterminds behind the medicinal effects of cannabis since the beginning of time, but we only just discovered it less than a hundred years ago. Even so, we didn’t even begin to research heavily into the benefits of CBD until more recently, mostly in the...
Can You Use Cannabis for Nightmares?
Posted on October 06 2020
To date, the study of sleep is intriguing. Sleep and all related processes have been extensively studied by researchers—measuring activity and eye movements during sleep— in an attempt to explain the importance of sleep, how much we need, and how we can elevate our health by ensuring sleep quantity and...
What Does Research Say About Cannabis for PTSD?
Posted on October 06 2020
Since nearly the beginning of history, cannabis has been revered for its powerful health benefits. As technology has advanced, we've been able to identify some pretty specific ways, via the Endocannabinoid System, that cannabinoids interact with the body. With new medical cannabis legislation popping up all over, the number of qualifying...
Tolerance Break Tips: Why and When You Need It and How to Do It Best
Posted on October 06 2020
Your first experience with Mary Jane was probably pleasantly surprising, and the smooth, euphoric, therapeutic effects are what keep so many going back for more. After a while, though, the euphoric effects of cannabis can start to fade. For some, especially those who use cannabis frequently, the blissful high may...
Is Weed Getting Stronger? The History of Cannabis Breeding and Potency
Posted on October 06 2020
Everyone’s heard the devilish claims that weed’s getting stronger “every two weeks” or shared a joint with an old-timer who’s motto is “two hits and quit.” Although the claims may just seem like small-talk, the potency of cannabis has actually increased significantly over time, resulting in the many different high-THC...
Is Cannabis Addictive? A Look at Cannabis and Addictive Behaviors
Posted on October 06 2020
Medical and recreational cannabis use is sweeping the nation, and many are impressed and bewildered by some of its effects, especially in managing a range of refractory symptoms related to chronic illness. However, as people explore the potential of cannabis as a medicine, it’s just as important to explore the...
Signs You May Be Allergic to Medical Cannabis
Posted on October 06 2020
Lately, the medical use of cannabis is spreading far and wide, and people are finding out the massive range of benefits of the wholesome plant. However, each person has a unique experience with cannabis, and because the plant and product choices are so diverse, it’s hard to tell new cannabis...
Opioids, Blood Thinners, and Other Drugs that May Interact with Cannabis
Posted on October 06 2020
Like all medications, medical marijuana should be used with care. Like all chemicals, THC, CBD, and all the other cannabinoids and terpenes in the cannabis plant have the potential to react with other chemicals. For this reason, and the many healthful effects cannabis may have on your body, cannabis products...
Benefits of Vaping vs Smoking Bud: Effects, Therapeutic Value, and Risks
Posted on October 06 2020
People have been smoking cannabis for quite some time. In fact, cannabis is recorded for its therapeutic value in ancient texts across many cultures, including as an ancient Indian, Chinese, and Nordic medicine. Over time, though, many of the things about cannabis have changed. For instance, strains are now being...
Mangoes, Sweet Potatoes and Other Foods that Enhance Your High
Posted on October 06 2020
Whether using marijuana medicinally or recreationally, you want to get the most out of your smoking experience. If you’re smoking to get high, you may be tempted to smoke more and more if you’re not getting the level of euphoria you’re after. Luckily, there are other ways to enhance your...
Cannabis Oil vs Hemp Oil vs CBD Oil: What’s the Difference?
Posted on October 06 2020
With all the new products emerging in the ever popular cannabis market, it's easy for new consumers to feel overwhelmed. But with so many options, it is more important than ever that consumers consciously research products before they buy. Cannabis, hemp, and CBD products all have very different uses and...
How and Why People are Using Cannabis for Pets
Posted on October 06 2020
Although there is a lot of controversy surrounding using cannabis (and cannabis-derived products) for pets, there are a few instances where cannabis has been veterinarian approved for the treatment of recurring or chronic conditions in pets. There are many more personal reports of cannabis being used to treat and heal...
Here's What Experts Know About Cannabis for Migraines
Posted on October 06 2020
With all the new uses for cannabis (and it’s ever-popular CBD counterpart) buzzing around, people are getting curious about how cannabis may be useful for them. Using cannabis for headaches is a top concern for researchers and migraine patients alike. For obvious reasons—headaches suck! Luckily, research shows that cannabis could...
Cannabis Weight Loss Strategies: Does It Work?
Posted on October 06 2020
You have probably experienced (or at least heard of) getting the munchies after a good cannabis smoke session, so it’s probably a little weird to hear that people are actually using cannabis to lose weight. But many people have found cannabis weight loss strategies that work for them, and according...
Pros and Cons of Working Out High
Posted on October 06 2020
Cannabis hasn’t exactly always been known for its energy boosting effects, so it’s probably a little appalling to hear that people are actually incorporating cannabis into their workout routine. In fact, people are utilizing cannabis both before and after their workout. Many claim that cannabis helps them get more out...
Here’s Why People Are Microdosing Weed for Anxiety
Posted on October 06 2020
With marijuana legalization soaring across the country (and the world), more and more people are quickly discovering the many benefits of the cannabis plant. One reason that many people turn to cannabis is to help manage anxiety, and there is even some research linking cannabinoids to anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) effects. If...
How Does Cannabis Affect Men's Health?
Posted on October 06 2020
When looking at cannabis’ health and safety profile, you're likely to find that it has a number of benefits that might make it a good match for you. Your doctor can help you decide if cannabis is a good match for your ailments, but before going the cannabis route you...
Cannabis for Women: Using Cannabis to Improve Women’s Health Concerns
Posted on October 06 2020
Men and women all over the world are using cannabis and reaping one of its many health benefits. Historically, men use cannabis more often than women, but times are changing. Now, experts agree that more women are using cannabis than ever before. With cannabis popularity expanding across the female population, it's more...
Accidentally Over-Indulge? Here’s What to Do if You Get Too High
Posted on October 06 2020
So you took a little cannabis to rid yourself of discomfort and accidentally got too high. Whether you’re a new user or a seasoned connoisseur, it happens to everyone. Although there are rarely severe adverse reactions linked to consuming cannabis or THC, even in high doses, being too high for...
Cannabis for Insomnia: Choosing the Best Terpenes for Sleep
Posted on October 06 2020
Though cannabis was once linked to the couch-locked, “lazy stoner” aesthetic, researchers have now identified that the effects are totally dependent on the individual strain. Some strains have been linked to opposite effects, like increased mental performance and wake-promoting properties. Some people have even started using cannabis while working out...
Can Cannabis Replace Opiates?
Posted on October 06 2020
Cannabis use for medical purposes still needs to be researched more thoroughly, but that doesn’t stop researchers and medical professionals from suggesting that they may be a safer alternative the opiates. Research regarding the impact of cannabis on pain, especially chronic pain, has led many states to update their legal guidelines...
Cannabis Tips: How to Preserve Weed
Posted on October 06 2020
If your an avid cannabis user, cannabis fanatic, or medical cannabis user, you likely buy your cannabis in bulk. You get a much better price on an ounce than when buying individual grams. While this is a great way to save money and ensure that you never run out of...
Does Weed Cause Anxiety or Kill It?
Posted on October 06 2020
While many people boast about their cannabis use to control chronic anxiety, other people give the plant a try and experience totally opposite effects. In fact, one of the most common reasons that people choose not to smoke cannabis is because they say it induces paranoia. In order to dive a...
How to Personalize Your Cannabis Experience: What are Terpenes?
Posted on October 05 2020
When you first start using medical marijuana, you might think it all to be the same. This is entirely untrue, though, and the hundreds of different strains all have slightly differing effects. While any THC-abundant strain of marijuana will definitely get you high, there’s more to the plant than the...
Does Cannabis Cause Memory Loss When High?
Posted on October 05 2020
While cannabis use is widely expanding and governing laws are adapting to allow people the medical treatment they need, not everyone is a fan of the plant. One discouragement often mouthed by non-supporters is that cannabis has a negative impact on memory or causes memory loss. When you delve into...
A Guide to Cannabis for Seniors
Posted on October 05 2020
As we age, so do our bodies and mind. Unfortunately, with an increase in years lived comes an increase in ailments, aches, and pains. Many of our seniors turn to prescription medications to help manage the ailments, and the number of pills they take daily is concerning. Research suggests that...
Cannabis Safety and Cannabinoid Testing: What Does the Third-Party Testing Label Really Mean?
Posted on October 05 2020
Cannabis products often come with a “third-party tested” stamp on the label, which is intended to give consumers some peace of mind when purchasing all their favorite cannabis and CBD products. However, there’s a bit of confusion as to what that label really means, which is mostly to blame on the...
Understanding Weed’s Effect on Brain Functions
Posted on October 05 2020
Everybody knows that ingesting cannabis will get you high, whether you smoke flower or chow down on some delicious cannabis edibles. But what most people don’t understand is exactly how cannabis affects the brain, or how it interacts with our brain to give us the euphoric feelings we like so...
5 Ways to Discreetly Use Cannabis During the Holidays
Posted on October 05 2020
With the holidays moving in fast, you may be worried about how to continuously get your cannabis-provided relief without raising any hairs. Of course, you may be one of the few cannabis users that are completely open about your cannabis use. You might even have a very open-minded family, and...
The Synergistic Effect: How CBD and THC Balance Each Other Out
Posted on October 05 2020
Most marijuana users know and love the effects of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), but for those who experience some adverse effects to the cannabinoid, cannabidiol (CBD) may provide a better option. In fact, the two sister cannabinoids may work together to combat the adverse effects of each other. For many, this results...
Could Cannabis Help Replace Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Medications?
Posted on October 05 2020
Researchers are unlocking new uses for cannabis every day, and with research about its medicinal uses on the rise, more and more evidence leans towards identifying it as a potential treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Of course, almost all of this evidence points toward on cannabinoid in specific that's been gaining...
Sativa vs Indica: How to Choose the Best Strain
Posted on October 05 2020
Whether you’re new to the world of cannabis or just looking to change things up, it can be overwhelming to choose from the hundreds of available strains. Each strain varies greatly, with complex flavors, different potencies, and individual euphoric effects. While each strain will affect you differently than it does the...
Here’s Why (and How) People Are Microdosing Marijuana and CBD
Posted on October 05 2020
There are many trends in the world of medicinal cannabis use, but one has recently come to the table that might be a good option for every smoker. Those who are just starting out and seasoned smokers may find that they experience both relief and balance when microdosing marijuana. There...
People are Using Cannabis Energy Bars in Their Wellness Routine
Posted on October 05 2020
With the cannabis market emerging at full speed, some consumers are turning towards cannabis-infused edibles to add a little spark to their health and wellness routine. One product, in particular, the cannabis energy bar, is turning a lot of heads. Energy bars, granola, bars, breakfast bars, and other snack bars...
The Different Ways Cannabis Affects Men vs Women
Posted on October 05 2020
You probably know that men and women are biologically different. You also probably know that the main difference on a molecular level is the balance of hormones in the male and female bodies. Both men and women contain the same hormones, namely testosterone and estrogen, but in very different proportions....
What is Hemp Derived CBD? (And What’s Up With California’s Hemp Laws)
Posted on October 05 2020
If you didn’t already know, there are two types of cannabidiol products: CBD derived from hemp and CBD derived from medicinal marijuana. At first glance, they’re the same thing. They do have many similarities. However, there are just as many differences between the two, which is why it is important to know...
Why are People Choosing a Cannabis Vaporizer (and Vaping CBD)?
Posted on October 05 2020
Vaping cannabis is a relatively new and increasingly popular dosing method. With its rise in popularity has come a massive production of new and trendy cannabis vaping products, as well as an entirely new cannabis market for both medicinal and recreational users. There are several advantages to choosing vaping as...
CBD Oil Benefits: Is CBD the Medical Mastermind Behind Cannabis
Posted on October 05 2020
Medicinal cannabis use is seemingly spreading like wildfire across the United States and the rest of the world. However, cannabis use is nothing new, and there’s evidence that multiple societies utilized the medicine in ancient times. Cannabis use was documented as early as 2700 B.C. as a medicinal herb by...
UC San Diego Accepts $4.7 Million Donation to Study CBD and Autism
Posted on October 05 2020
UC San Diego Accepts $4.7 Million Donation to Study CBD and Autism Medical cannabis research just got a big boost as UC San Diego accepts $4.7 million donation to study CBD and autism. The donation represents the largest of its kind in U.S. history. More importantly, it could help shed light on...
The Rick Simpson Story: Healing Cancer with Cannabis
Posted on October 05 2020
In 2003 Rick Simpson rediscovered this cure for cancer when he successfully cured his own skin cancer with cannabis oil. He tried to tell his own doctor and even some of the cancer organizations but nobody wanted anything to do with his discovery. So he took matters into his own...
Doctors Speak Out On The Benefits Of CBD (Cannabidiol)
Posted on October 05 2020
If you’ve been carefully following the marijuana legal battle, you know CBD (also known as cannabidiol) is on the brink of a major medical breakthrough. Every day major news stations broadcast incredible stories of everyday men and women changing their lives for the better. In fact, the medical industry is...
Cannabis vs Cancer. 'What If Cannabinoids in Cannabis Cured Cancer & Other Diseases?'
Posted on October 05 2020
Excerpt from the documentary 'What If Cannabinoids in Cannabis Cured Cancer & Other Diseases?' More info: US: National Cancer Institute - Cannabis and Cannabinoids 'Cannabinoids may cause antitumor effects by various mechanisms, including induction of cell death, inhibition of cell growth, and inhibition of tumor angiogenesis invasion and metastasis. Two...
Cannabis: Time for a Change? | BBC Newsbeat
Posted on October 05 2020
As countries across the world look to decriminalize cannabis, Jim Connolly asks whether it's time to change the law on the UK's most popular illegal drug. Cannabis clubs claim record membership across the country, so Jim visits those who insist the drug causes less trouble than alcohol. He also travels to...
Can Cannabis Really Prevent Seizures?
Posted on October 05 2020
Recent studies published within six months of each other make two diametrically opposed claims: One points to cannabis as the likely cause of seizures while the other states that cannabis may prevent them. But the connection between marijuana and seizures is a complex one. And while these studies are grabbing...
What Cannabis Strains Contain The Highest Levels of THC? (Lab Data Tests)
Posted on October 05 2020
The last several decades of cannabis breeding generated thousands upon thousands of strains, many with high levels of THC. This begs the question, “Which strain has the most THC?” The answer, according to numbers pulled from Washington state’s I-502 data, might be Ghost OG. (Leafly filtered the data to remove...
New Study Says Nearly Half Of People Who Use Cannabidiol Products Stop Taking Traditional Medicines
Posted on October 05 2020
The largest survey on cannabidiol or CBD usage to date found that women were more likely than men to use CBD and once they started using it, were likely to drop their traditional medicine. A new survey from Brightfield Group and HelloMD covered 2,400 of HelloMD’s community of 150,000...
Prop 64 - The Answers to ALL Questions on the Legalization of Marijuana in California
Posted on October 05 2020
Wait a minute, so what exactly happened? California legalized marijuana. Proposition 64 passed by a margin of 56 percent to 44 percent. You’re shitting me! Nope. The sixth-largest economy in the world just legalized cannabis. And it's called Proposition 64? It was on the ballot in California along with...
CEO of Opioid Company Charged with Bribing After Funding Half a Million Dollars Towards Arizona Anti-Marijuana Campaign
Posted on October 05 2020
Yet another case of.... can you say hypocrisy? Of all the states that had marijuana propositions on the ballot this year, either legalization or medical weed, only Arizona rejected its measure. Voters passed a medical pot referendum in 2010, while this year Prop 205 was an initiative similar to Colorado’s decriminalization law. Until a...
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