Confusing laws surrounding cannabis

Cannabis is a plant known by quite a few different names. It has a confusing legal status, long history and complex chemistry. Over the last few years, the status and perception of cannabis has changed greatly. Multiple states have legalized medical marijuana and more and more are legalizing recreational use for adults 21 years of age and older. As negative connotations with cannabis continue to...

Cannabis strains for treating psoriasis

Millions of people suffer from psoriasis. Research is still ongoing as to the cause of psoriasis and there is no cure. An estimated two to three percent of the population deals with this autoimmune skin disease. It is believed ten percent of people inherit one or more of the genes that could result in but not everyone gets the disease. Psoriasis is characterized by flare ups of itchy and painful...

Benefits of pre-rolls

While smoking dried flower is the most popular cannabis consumption method, not everyone is skilled in rolling the perfect joint or blunt. When the weed is packed too loose or too tight, if there’s not enough or too much of it, the joint may burn too quickly or refuse to stay lit. It can develop an extra long ash. The overall experience suffers. Plus, there’s the requirement of bringing along...

The influence of terpenes

There are a lot of terms associated with cannabis, such as indica, sativa and cannabinoids. While less commonly discussed, terpenes are another compound found in cannabis that significantly impacts the overall experience. Terpenes are naturally occurring compounds that are found in numerous plants. They are the reason for the flavors, aromas and colors. They distinguish the smell and taste of...

The unique affect of cannabis edibles

Cannabis-infused edibles have been around for a long time. Most everyone has heard of cannabis brownies. There are an abundance of stories of consumers having bad experiences with edibles. It can be easy and tempting to indulge in too much of a good thing. Cannabis edibles are tasty, and the onset of effects takes a while. Smoking dried flower delivers effects within minutes. With edibles, the...

The many benefits of cannabis-infused topicals

While cannabis-infused topicals are just recently gaining popularity, they’ve actually been around and used in medicine since ancient times. They offer many unique benefits. Unlike the other cannabis delivery methods, topicals aren’t consumed. They are applied directly to the affected area for localized treatment. Because the cannabinoids don’t enter the bloodstream, cannabis topicals...

Determining good quality cannabis buds

When shopping at the dispensary, the term “flower” refers to the dried and cured booms of the female cannabis plant. It is sometimes referred to as buds or nubs. Cannabis flower usually contains THC which results in psychoactive effects. Some flower offers higher CBD content and lower THC percentages to minimize the euphoric sensations while still providing the medical benefits of CBD. There...

Trying to find the right cannabis edible for you

The selection of cannabis edibles has greatly improved and expanded since the original weed brownies recreational enthusiasts baked at home. With marijuana becoming big business, more brands and strains are being introduced all the time. A great deal of effort has been put into creating edibles with a pleasant texture and flavor. Today there are cannabis-infused cooking oils as well as beverages...

Cannabis laws are changing

Cannabis has a very long history, complex chemistry and sometimes confusing legal status. In recent years, the stigma against cannabis has begun to wear off. As more states throughout the country legalize recreational and medicinal marijuana use, more people become interested and intrigued by the plant. For anyone new to cannabis, there’s lots to learn. To start, cannabis is a psychoactive...

Preparing for a first time visit to the dispensary

For recreational beginners or medicine patients, the first time visit to the dispensary can be intimidating. The inside of  the dispensary is something few are familiar with. There are a lot more products on the shelves than just a few short years ago. There is a wide range of terms that are confusing and may seem mysterious. Plus, purchasing cannabis isn’t like buying over-the-counter...