Hemp oil, as the name suggests, is processed from the seeds and stalk of the hemp plant. Despite its source, hemp oil has nearly none of the psychoactive THC element which is the primary difference between hemp oil and THC. In fact, much of hemp oil is composed of omega fatty acids, which are also […]
What Are Terpenes? Before we rush into the importance of terpenes, let’s first go over what a terpene actually is. A terpene, also scientifically referred to as an isoprenoid, falls under the multifaceted class of organic compounds – specifically the aromatic hydrocarbons, consisting of multiple repeating linked isoprene subunits. In order to be considered a […]
Whether you are an advocate for marijuana or not, the very first question you had when you came across it for the first time was probably, “Is Marijuana Addictive?” Well, that depends on your definition of addiction. To answer this question, let us begin by understanding how cannabis works in our brains and bodies. Cannabis […]
Everything You Need to Know About Cannabis Tinctures Thanks in large part to changing attitudes and legislation across the US and beyond, cannabis-based products such as edibles, salves, and concentrates have become increasingly popular. Another product that has benefited from this wave of positivity is the cannabis tincture – and with good reason. Unlike other […]
The cannabis plant has two primary cannabinoids, THC and CBD (or cannabidiol). These substances are becoming more and more well known, but what surprises many people is that humans have receptors in our bodies and brains that are specifically receptive to cannabinoids. These are called CB receptors (cannabinoid receptors). Even more surprising is that we […]
So… what is Sativex? Sativex is the very pharma-sounding marijuana-based patented pharmaceutical that has been approved in over 24 countries and counting. Available as a peppermint-flavored mouth spray, it is the first pharmaceutical drug of its kind. It is currently being prescribed as a method of coping for patients with MS (multiple sclerosis) in countries […]
Table of Contents How Long Does CBD Take to Work? What Are the CBD Oil Effects? What Is the Fastest Way to Feel the Effects of CBD? How Much CBD Do You Need? How Long Does CBD Last? What If I Don’t Feel Like CBD Is Working? Frequently Asked Questions Should consumable CBD oil be […]
A common theory promoted by people who oppose marijuana legalization is that the consumption of marijuana leads to the use of harder drugs, such as cocaine and heroin. People who use the so-called gateway drug theory as a reason to protest the legalization of marijuana point to trends and data they see as supporting the […]
You’ve heard a lot about cannabis and its many potential health benefits, and you’re ready to try it, but you don’t want the mind-altering experience. Believe it or not, smoking cannabis does not have to make you high, even when decarboxylated (a process that creates and releases the psychoactive effects from marijuana). Not all cannabis […]
THCA is fast becoming one of the most fascinating and widely discussed cannabinoids being researched and used today. But before we explore THCA specifically, let’s give you a brief overview of cannabinoids. Cannabinoids are chemical compounds that bind with the cannabinoid receptors in our cells in both our brains (CB-1) and our bodies (CB-2). The […]