Growing acceptance for cannabis

Today, recreational consumption of cannabis continues to become more widespread. The stigma associated with marijuana is gradually becoming nonexistent. In this country, the use of cannabis has almost doubled over the last ten years. Over the past fifty years, recreation use of cannabis has become almost as common as tobacco with young adults. The current generation may be responsible for...

ECS and effects of cannabinoids

While some are available in trace amounts, many are being explored for their therapeutic properties.Cannabis is gaining acceptance and understanding as a medicinal remedy. More patients are looking into and taking advantage of a more natural treatment plan. As a medicine, cannabis avoids the side-effects of synthetic drugs. The human body is equipped with an endocannabinoid system or ECS that...

Types of medicinal cannabis

As the medicinal cannabis industry continues to grow, new products continue to be introduced. Today there are hundreds of unique strains available. Many of the hybrids are created with specific effects and benefits in mind. The shelves of the medicinal dispensary frequently offer dozens of strains of smokable flower for packing into a pipe, filling a bong or rolling into a joint or blunt. For...

First trip to medicinal cannabis dispensary

CBD is non-psychoactive, offsets some of the negative effects associated with THC and offers exceptional curative potentialAcquiring a medical marijuana card is a relatively straightforward and swift process. The card provides access to the medicinal marijuana dispensaries in the patient’s home state. However, this qualification doesn’t supply education or information about medicinal...

The stigma against medicinal cannabis

However, the damage was already doneThe use of cannabis for its medicinal properties is not new. There is evidence of marijuana used for healing in ancient times. During the early 60s, the “Hippie Culture” brought on an increase in the use of psychoactive drugs such as cannabis, LSD and peyote. An initial stigma was centered in racism and prejudiced opinions of users. Propaganda was built...

Getting a medical marijuana card

In most cases, acquiring a medical marijuana card isn’t difficult. In quite a few states, the process can be handled entirely online. It’s possible to schedule an appointment with a qualified doctor in good standing, participate in a video call and get the recommendation without ever leaving the home. Even in those states where it’s necessary to meet with the doctor in person, the visit is...