Have you heard of old-school cannabis strains like Acapulco Gold, Maui Wowie, Afghani, or Durban Poison and wondered what makes them so special and how they got their names? These strains of cannabis are known as landrace strains-which are strains of cannabis that have thrived in a certain region for centuries. These strains have adapted … Read more
When the topic of medicating with cannabis comes up, one question that’s often asked is, “does cannabis help with mental health?” So, before we address the topic of cannabis and PTSD let’s explore the question, how does cannabis affect your mental health? Cannabis and Mental Health Marijuana Investigations for Neuroscientific Discovery (MIND) has conducted a … Read more
Did you know that pollen from a Cannabis plant was found on the mummy of Ramesses II, who died in 1213 BC? In fact, it was noted in an Egyptian medical papyrus of herbal knowledge from 1550 BC (Ebers Papyrus) that medical cannabis can be effective in treating inflammation.1 Not only that, but there is … Read more
Cannabinoids are naturally occurring compounds found within the cannabis plant. There are more than 100 distinct cannabinoids identified in cannabis. One of the most well-known cannabinoids is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which is the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis. Cannabidiol (CBD) is another well-known cannabinoid. Unlike THC, however, CBD does not have psychoactive properties. CBD oil is … Read more
The term 420 has become synonymous with marijuana. Both cannabis users and non-users around the world consider 4/20 to be an unofficial holiday for cannabis culture, but few know the story about how this number became associated with it. Why Does 420 Mean Marijuana? Some might tell you that 420 is connected with cannabis because … Read more
Product labels are a great place to start when you want to learn more about the potential benefits and effects of your cannabis. At first glance, all the information on the labels can seem overwhelming. That’s why we’re going to cover the basics to help you understand what it all means. Although the information provided … Read more
You may have noticed that different types of cannabis can have their own distinct scents. Have you ever wondered why? The unique scent that different types of cannabis flower provide comes from their terpenes. What Are Terpenes? Terpenes are highly aromatic compounds naturally produced in plants and herbs like jasmine, rosemary, lavender, and cannabis. In … Read more
48.8% of residents in the “Show Me” State own guns, ranking Missouri 20th in the nation in terms of gun ownership.* With nearly half of the state’s residents exercising their right to keep and bear arms, some of the questions most commonly asked by medical cannabis patients in Missouri are: “can I purchase firearms if … Read more
Bipolar disorder, otherwise known as “manic- depressive illness”, is a chronic illness that is characterized by uncontrollable high moods (mania) and low moods (depression). For years doctors and scientists have been looking for ways to help treat this disorder as nearly 2.9 % of the U.S population is affected on an annual basis. While conventional … Read more
The act of writing things down helps you to organize your thoughts, to improve your mental health, to set goals, to reduce stress, and to learn more about yourself and your cannabis lifestyle. In this article I will discuss the benefits of journaling as well as the importance of medical cannabis journaling. I will include … Read more