No other day of the year is as big of a cannabis celebration as April 20th. Each year, dispensaries go head-to-head, competing over who has the sale prices that’ll drive the most customers. In-person and curbside pickup lines alike leave consumers shoulder-to-shoulder or bumper-to-bumper like a can of sardines. Festivals and small gatherings are held […]
Can THC and CBD Help Me Sleep?
For decades now, experts and everyday folk alike have recognized cannabis as an effective way to catch a few more winks. Some strains are particularly revered for the hypnotizing, “couch-lock” effects they produce. While many take CBD before bed, studies show THC has sleep-promoting effects in its own right, too. So, what does the science […]
THCP: A Potent Cannabinoid
Although there are roughly 150 known cannabinoids, only a handful have made their way into mainstream cannabis discussions. With THC being the most famous cannabinoid, you’d be surprised to learn it has a “cousin” with even stronger effects. Three years ago, researchers discovered a new phytocannabinoid with a similar chemical structure to THC. Except, this […]
Legalization of Marijuana is Popular Across the Political Spectrum. Why Hasn’t It Happened Nationally?
We are living in high times, folks. Support for the legalization of marijuana is at all-time record numbers. In fact, the latest poll from Gallup shows that nearly 70 percent of Americans support legalization and that the majority of folks from most key demographic groups (Age, Sex, Income, etc.) are in favor as well. 36 U.S. states […]
Endocannabinoids & Phytocannabinoids –Your Endocannabinoid System
People around the world have enjoyed the benefits of the cannabis plant for millennia. Only in the past few decades, though, have scientists begun to understand how cannabis produces its effects. CBD certainly is not a new discovery, though there is still much to be discovered. Scientists are working to learn more about how broad, full, […]
Distinguishing the Difference Between Hemp and Marijuana: Why It’s Important
Humans have a long history with cannabis that dates back to the prehistoric era. Though the plant originated in Tibet, its cultivation has since spread throughout the world. The Cannabis Sativa species produces both hemp and marijuana plants. We distinguish a hemp plant from a marijuana plant according to the amount of tetrahydrocannabinol or THC […]