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 …
What Are Canna Cigars and How to Make One
Cannagar is the shortened name for a cannabis cigar. Similar to traditional cigars made entirely of tobacco, cannagars contain a large amount of cannabis, wrapped in cannabis leaves which are often then glued together with cannabis concentrate. Cannagars should not be confused with blunts, which are commonly made by emptying a cigar or cigarillo case and refilling it …
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Minnesota Legalizes Recreational Cannabis
The latest to usher in a new era of legal adult-use cannabis legislation, Minnesota became the 23rd state to legalize recreational cannabis on Tuesday. Gov. Tim Walz (D) signed the bill into law after the Senate approved the legislation on May 20. The governor was expected to sign the bill ahead of time, stating at the …
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Why Rastafari smoke marijuana for sacramental reasons and the faith’s other beliefs
Members of the Rastafari religion and political movement have for decades been persecuted and imprisoned for their ritualistic use of marijuana. But the tiny islands of Antigua and Barbuda recently became one of the first Caribbean nations to grant Rastafari official sacramental authorization to grow and smoke the herb that they deem sacred. Antigua and Barbuda …
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 …
Can you mail weed or edibles through the mail legally?
The short answer: mailing flower, edibles, vapes or any other cannabis product is federally illegal. Postal inspectors play a key role in helping wage the nation’s War on Drugs, including cannabis. As one of the country’s oldest law enforcement agencies, they work to identify and prosecute major drug mailers and intercept illegal drug proceeds that traffickers …
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States That Legalize Marijuana See Reduced Tobacco Use, Study Finds
While some public health experts have expressed concerns that the legalization of marijuana could fuel a rise in the use of tobacco products, a new study instead concludes that state-level cannabis reforms are mostly associated with “small, occasionally significant longer-run declines in adult tobacco use.” http://www.marijuanamoment.net/states-that-legalize-marijuana-see-reduced-tobacco-use-study-finds/
These European Countries are Pushing to Legalize Cannabis: The EU’s Stance and Challenges
In recent years, cannabis legalization has gained significant traction globally. While some countries have taken bold steps toward legalization, others remain hesitant to embrace the change. Several European countries are pushing for the legalization of cannabis, despite the European Union’s reservations. This article explores the current status of cannabis legalization in Europe, the reasons behind the push for …
The Ultimate Cannabis-Friendly Travel Guide
Summer is the magical time of year when we embark on the thrilling quest of finding the perfect country to explore. If you’re all about that herbaceous adventure, typical wanderlust lists might not deliver the exhilaration you crave. While 23 US states have opened their arms to the wondrous world of weed, it’s easy to …
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Making Sure Your Marijuana Brownies Aren’t Too Strong
Covid drove people into the kitchen and helped increase cooking and baking skills. Coupled with the mainstreaming of marijuana, more people are curious about making their own edibles. While there are lots of recipes for them, there’s a surprisingly little information out there about the THC process to make sure you don’t over do the …
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Learn more about how to travel with cannabis, tips for transporting cannabis products, and the legalities of doing so…
Cannabis can reduce your travel stress and enhance your experiences on vacations. Even though it has a lot of travel benefits, many people don’t travel with cannabis specifically because they don’t know if they can or how to. Read on to learn more about the benefits of traveling with cannabis, tips for transporting cannabis products, and the legality of …
You Can Now Buy Weed Online in Colorado, A Trend for the Industry?
Colorado Governor Jared Polis passed a ground-breaking law allowing the sale of marijuana products online. After a month of consideration, this landmark decision ushers in a new era for the state’s cannabis business. By embracing e-commerce, Colorado joins other progressive states at the forefront of integrating online platforms into the cannabis industry. This progressive move not …
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First Cannabis-Friendly Hotel Opens in Las Vegas
What is being billed as the “first cannabis-friendly hotel in Las Vegas has opened. The Lexi Las Vegas, located in the former, Artisan Hotel Boutique property has reimagined its guest experience. The hotel opened on June 2 and introduced cannabis-friendly hospitality with a designated floor for “420-friendly” rooms. http://www.travelpulse.com/News/Hotels-and-Resorts/First-Cannabis-Friendly-Hotel-Opens-in-Las-Vegas
7 Cannabis-friendly North American travel destinations
These seven North American cannabis-friendly travel destinations not only offer island getaways, tons of hiking trails, or a city’s worth of fun–they also have legal cannabis. Just be sure to check where it is legal to smoke cannabis in public before lighting up. http://www.greenstate.com/travel/7-cannabis-friendly-north-american-travel-destinations/
‘Am I using too much weed?’ Ask yourself these questions.
How much is too much weed? Experts say if you’re asking yourself whether you’re using too much marijuana, there’s probably a reason. Maybe a friend or family member said something. Or you’re spending more money on weed than you used to. http://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/interactive/2023/marijuana-cannabis-use-addiction/
A Weed Tourist’s Guide to Las Vegas
There are no consumption lounges in Las Vegas for adults to legally consume outside of their homes, but there are plenty of larger-than-life dispensaries, eccentric 420-friendly accommodations, and convenient legal drive-throughs, making Sin City a must-see hotspot for cannabis tourism. It is home to the world’s two largest cannabis dispensaries, 68 total cannabis stores, over …
