A newly released study, published in the JAMA Internal Medicine journal, finds cannabis consumption increased by 75% among older Americans in the past four years. Specifically, researchers from New York University’s Grossman School of Medicine find cannabis use among those aged 65+ grew from 2.4% to 4.2% between 2015-2018. http://theemeraldmagazine.com/new-study-finds-cannabis-use-is-surging-among-older-americans/?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=August%2018%202023&utm_medium=email
5 types of weed highs and the best strains for them
When it comes to getting high, how do you explain the experience to someone who’s never tried weed? Ask a seasoned stoner how many different ways cannabis can make you feel and they’ll tell you effects fall under a few umbrellas: energizing, uplifting, euphoric, relaxing, or sleepy. http://www.leafly.com/news/strains-products/types-of-weed-highs-best-strains-for-them?utm_source=blast&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=trf-nl-all
Black Girl Magic Aims High
Josephine & Billie’s is the first dispensary in South Los Angeles focused on being made-for-and-run by women of color. The store is named in honor of entertainment legends Josephine Baker and Billie Holiday, two outspoken Black cannabis enthusiasts in the early 20th century. Baker and Holiday were ostracized for their use of cannabis and became …
Indica vs. sativa vs. hybrid strains: understanding the differences between weed types
When browsing cannabis strains or purchasing cannabis at a dispensary, you’ll notice that strains are commonly broken up into three groups: indica, sativa, and hybrid. Most consumers and budtenders use these weed types to predict effects, but are they accurate? Science is pointing to a better way of determining the effects a cannabis strain will have on you: cannabinoids and …
How to Smoke a Joint Like a Cannabis Connoisseur
To truly appreciate the finest cannabis flowers, one must smoke a joint. The process of inspecting, smelling, choosing and grinding a flower—then rolling that joint—is as integral to the smoking experience as inhaling, savoring and exhaling the smoke; this is the mindfulness of smoking. One of the best ways to heighten your appreciation of the …
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The 8 best fast-acting cannabis gummies and edibles in 2023
In recent years, cannabis edibles have gained popularity among users seeking an alternative consumption method to smoking or vaping. Edibles provide a discreet and long-lasting experience, and fast-acting edibles have emerged as a game-changer in the market. The products listed here utilize nanotechnology to offer quicker onset times, allowing users to experience the effects of cannabis …
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Americans View Marijuana As Safer Than Alcohol And Cigarettes As Rates Of Cannabis Use Surpass Tobacco Smoking, Gallup Poll Finds
Americans consider marijuana to be less harmful than alcohol, cigarettes, vapes and other tobacco products, according to new data from Gallup. And at the same time, cannabis use has “surpassed cigarette usage in the U.S., while vaping still trails both,” the polling firm says. http://www.marijuanamoment.net/americans-view-marijuana-as-safer-than-alcohol-and-cigarettes-as-rates-of-cannabis-use-surpass-tobacco-smoking-gallup-poll-finds/
Why Does Weed Still Cost So Much?
If you’ve purchased cannabis in the US anytime over the past several months, years or even decades, you’ve likely noticed that while specials come and go, the rough price of an eighth of an ounce of weed has hovered reliably around the $40 mark. In some states, the average price is closer to $50, and top-shelf (or rapacious retailers) might …
Is Sugar Really Worse For Your Brain Than Marijuana
Research from the University of Boston claims that consuming sugar in large quantities can damage the brain and its functioning. These recent statistics show some scary results where people who consume the most sugar have poorer memory, smaller brain volume and a smaller hippocampus – the area of the brain responsible for memory and learning. http://thefreshtoast.com/culture/study-soda-is-evil-and-giving-people-brain-damage/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=study-soda-is-evil-and-giving-people-brain-damage
50% of Americans Have Experienced Cannabis Says Gallup Poll
A recent Gallup poll reveals that half of the Americans have tried cannabis at some point in their lives. This number has seen an increase from the previous years, with more people now consuming cannabis than cigarettes. The poll also highlighted concerns about the effects of cannabis on young adults and teenagers. http://cannadelics.com/2023/08/10/50-of-americans-have-experienced-cannabis-says-gallup-poll/
How to stop the munchies when you’re high
Whether you roll or bowl, many of us look forward to enjoying cannabis regularly. Yet while smoking is known to be a relaxing activity, one side effect can be stressful: getting the munchies. http://www.leafly.com/news/lifestyle/how-to-stop-munchies-when-high?utm_source=blast&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=trf-nl-all
Rehydrating Stale Weed Back To Life
Sometimes you find a strain, stock up and want to savor it for months, or sometimes the cash is tight and you want to make the most of wha you have. Either way, you suddenly find yourself with some prime green which has seen better days. It’s dry yet still packed with what you want. …
Germany’s Cabinet Passes Adult-Use Cannabis Reforms
Germany’s cabinet on Wednesday passed a bill to legalize adult cannabis use and cultivation, Reuters reports. The measure still requires approval from parliament. Under the proposal, adults would be allowed to possess up to 25 grams, grow up to three plants, and acquire cannabis as associates of non-profit clubs. Young adults would be allowed to purchase up to …
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These mothers are fighting to make cannabis accessible
Every parent knows it’s true — they’d move mountains to keep their kids safe. There’s nothing scarier than the thought of something terrible happening to your child. So it shouldn’t be surprising then that parents are a driving force behind major changes in cannabis regulation, reform, and access. Mothers in particular. http://cannigma.com/regulation/these-mothers-are-fighting-to-make-cannabis-accessible/?utm_source=The%20Cannigma%20B2B&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Newsletter%2015.08.23%20%2801H79T5BK4Y7SE82G7BW1RHWCG%29&_kx=8G3OumshLvEfThcp28ReRczuzrPAIU-MWOpNcx5ueGO9Kp14cLaD_i0UpkDn7gGP.J8JtEm
Five Herbs to add to Your Next Smoke Session
There are many dried herbs or flowers that one can mix with cannabis to complement its effects. If something is missing from a smoke session that cannabis isn’t providing, an addition of lavender or mint, for example, might help. Sprinkling a bit of dried herbs on a joint or bowl before smoking can boost relaxation and …
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How to Avoid Bad Marijuana
Back in the day, you knew a guy who knew a guy, or you had a regular dealer, or you landed in a city for a trip and you talked to cab drivers and bartenders. Today, with cannabis legal recreationally 23 states along with the District of Columbia, Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands PLUS …
How to Pick a Cannabis Strain
There’s no science behind strain names, other than the requirement that they sound cool. While they’re fun to say, they don’t quite describe what you’re about to consume. Out of all the hundreds of strains out there, how the heck are you supposed to choose? Keep reading for a breakdown of the elements that makeup …
How to smoke weed safer: 8 science-based tips
Smoking is by far the most popular method of cannabis consumption, though concerns about potential health risks are leading many to look for ways to make their smoking experience safer and healthier. While research on the health effects of smoking weed alone – as opposed to mixing with tobacco – is still limited, there are …
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Blunt vs. Joint: Everything you Need to Know
For many stoners, there is one age-old debate that rivals that of the chicken and the egg. What is the difference between a blunt and a joint? In the end, when the cannabis has turned to ash and the munchies have begun, it might not even matter. But whether one prefers a blunt or a joint, …
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How to Get Weed Out of Your System
Any cannabis user has likely pondered how to get THC out of the body at some point or another. Unfortunately, the short answer is that there is no surefire way to completely “get weed out of your system” at a quicker than normal rate. Because of the way the body metabolizes THC, it stays in the …
Beat the heat at these weed-friendly travel destinations
Planet Earth is clocking our hottest summer ever. Italian tourists are battling extreme temperatures, and once coveted summer destinations are getting too hot to handle. While this is disappointing for the family dragging through Disneyworld dripping in sweat, it could be a boon for tourist destinations where it’s cool for the summer. These cannabis-friendly travel destinations also have August temperatures averaging …
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Is smoking weed bad for your lungs?
Though it may sound counterintuitive to everything we know about smoking cigarettes, inhaling cannabis can actually increase airflow to the lungs. Long-term use, on the other hand, is associated with respiratory complications. When you dive into the medical studies about how cannabis affects your lungs, however, the bottom line is less clear cut, particularly because many …
What happens when you mix cannabis and tobacco?
Mixing cannabis and nicotine isn’t uncommon – especially in Europe, Australia and Israel. Many people enjoy mixing the two substances to create a unique “high”; some swear it heightens the effects of THC while others claim to not feel much from weed without nicotine. How do these two substances interact in the body and brain, …
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10 Historical Figures Who Consumed Cannabis
People love consuming marijuana. They always have, and they always will. So, it should come as no surprise the figures we studied in school dabbled in the recreational (and medicinal!) cannabis scene. Here are 10 historical figures who consumed cannabis. Here are some of the most notable examples, from George Washington to Joan of Arc. http://thefreshtoast.com/cannabis/10-historical-figures-who-consumed-cannabis/
Medical Marijuana Improves Military Veterans’ Quality Of Life And Reduces Prescription Drug Use, Study Finds
Over 90 percent of U.S. military veterans who use medical marijuana say that it improves their quality of life, with many using cannabis as an alternative to over-the-counter and prescription medications, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of Massachusetts, University of Utah and cannabis research institutes looked at self-reported survey data from …
More THC doesn’t mean you get higher, study says
High-THC cannabis concentrates boost levels of THC in the blood more than smoking cannabis flower, but they don’t necessarily produce a stronger “high,” a new study says. The use of concentrates produced significantly higher levels of THC in blood plasma, the study found, yet participants who consumed cannabis flower and those who consumed cannabis concentrates “showed similar neurobehavioral patterns …
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Do You Get High On Medical Marijuana?
With 40 states legalizing medical marijuana and the American Medical Association seeing value in the plant as an aid, more people are using it in their medical help tool box. Medical marijuana has shown it can help with nausea, pain management, the treatment of cancer, especially during chemo, sleep, depression and more. There are over 4 million …
Can Felons Have a Dispensary
If you have a criminal record, you may be wondering if you’re still eligible to open a dispensary? While having a felony conviction does limit your options, felons who were convicted of a cannabis-related crime are still allowed to obtain licenses to open dispensaries. In most states, they even have first priority. http://theemeraldmagazine.com/can-convicted-felons-have-a-dispensary/?utm_source=sendinblue&utm_campaign=May_22_2023&utm_medium=email
Why Gen Z Is Putting Down The Beer And Picking Up Marijuana
Gen Z grew up with changing attitudes including a focus on heath, cleaner air, bottled water and a balanced lifestyle. They begin to see marijuana as a staple and not a sin. Around 93% of Gen-Xers agree that cannabis use has many health benefits and can be good for the mind and body. “Gen Z is the …
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Does cannabis affect your dreams?
For some of us, a regular herbal nightcap makes slipping into sleep that much easier, and centuries of anecdotal evidence affirm the usefulness of weed as a sleep aid. Ancient Chinese pharmacology combined cannabis flower with datura to create the elegantly named “sagacious sleep powder,” or shui sheng san. Western medicine is now catching up, with research into cannabis …
