Posts archive for 2021

Medical Alternatives Clinics voted Best of 2021 Colorado Springs Alternative Health Care Practitioner

Medical Alternatives Clinics has been voted Best of 2021 Colorado Springs Alternative Health Care Practitioner by the Colorado Springs Independent! We are honored by this award and wanted to thank everyone for the continued support as well as all the votes!   Read the full article here: https://www.csindy.com/news/best-of-2021-volume-ii/article_cad125e4-368a-11ec-bddf-53c2fe18753c.html https://www.csindy.com/eedition/page-30/page_f56964d9-787f-520b-a3c9-f6fefd34abc5.html  

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What are Edibles and how do they work?

What Are Edibles? Edible medical marijuana is becoming increasingly popular as more states legalize it for medicinal and recreational purposes. Many edible manufacturers claim that edibles provide a more prolonged, more-sustained effect than smoking marijuana. But what exactly are edibles? Edibles are food and drink products that have been infused with marijuana. They can take the form of candy, cookies, chocolate bars, and other goodies. Many edibles are designed to taste good — offering users an easier way to ingest marijuana. Medical edibles are available in many flavors, forms, and dosages. In addition, edibles can be found in some surprising […]

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What is Shatter vs. Wax?

A dabbing rig is a piece of equipment used to vaporize marijuana concentrates and inhale the vapors. Dabbing rigs utilize cannabis concentrate, but there are several different varieties on the market. If you are looking to try using a dabbing rig, the two most popular concentrate you can use are shatter and wax. The two types of cannabis concentrate we discuss in this article, shatter and wax, look and feel very different. If you are trying to figure out which option is best for you, keep reading for more information. What Are Marijuana Concentrates? The finest parts of the plant […]

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Why the Pandemic Was an Influential Moment for the Cannabis Industry

When the COVID-19 pandemic began in March of 2020 it was a time of turmoil and uncertainty for people all over the world, and while many businesses searched for answers and ways to adapt to emergency protocols, it was the marijuana dispensaries that many Americans were panicking over. In the beginning weeks, there was no distinction with regards to which businesses would be deemed essential versus nonessential, and dispensaries across the nation were unsure of how the changes would impact them and their reliant customers. As a New York Times article stated, “having enough marijuana was as essential as stocking […]

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The Benefits and Side Effects of THC

  If you are a medical marijuana patient, THC may provide several benefits and reduce some of your negative symptoms and side effects. However, if you want to utilize medical marijuana as a medicine, it’s crucial to understand all of THC’s potential benefits as well as some of its possible drawbacks. Keep reading for more information, to learn more about what THC is and how it can help you. What Is THC? THC is the cannabinoid in marijuana that produces euphoria and gives you a relaxed, high feeling. It gives marijuana most of its psychoactive properties and is most associated […]

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Why Amazon Is Lobbying the Federal Government to Legalize Marijuana

Amazon announced in June of 2021 that it supports the legalization of marijuana in states where recreational and/or medicinal use is still prohibited. Antecedently, the company’s drug screening program led to both existing employees being terminated and new applicants being turned away for the use of cannabis products. Going forward, Amazon says they have removed marijuana from their drug screening program altogether, except in cases where positions are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) such as with delivery drivers. Employees who were terminated as well as applicants who were deferred have regained eligibility and can now reapply for employment […]

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Top 8 cannabinoids found in the marijuana plant.

Top 8 cannabinoids found in the marijuana plant Cannabinoids are naturally occurring compounds produced by the cannabis plant that act on the cannabinoid receptors in the endocannabinoid system to cause drug-like effects all through the body. There are a variety of cannabinoids found in the marijuana plant. Most of them are found in cannabis products at low levels, making it hard to be detected. The main point is that there are many. Below are some of the major Cannabinoids scientists have found in the cannabis plant and their effects. Delta 9-THC THC is the most common cannabinoid of all. It […]

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DEA Expands Access to Marijuana for Research Purposes

Cannabis has been studied for decades by researchers hoping to discover more about the interactions that cannabinoids have with our bodies. But it hasn’t been an easy road to navigate – for over fifty years the government has blocked researchers from exploring cannabis in-depth and prevented progress with regards to potential drug development as researchers weren’t allowed to produce marijuana for research purposes. As of 1968, researchers in the United States have been permitted to study cannabis so long that it met specific criteria, including that it must only come from a facility at the University of Mississippi by contract […]

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Medical Marijuana and Anxiety

  Medical Marijuana and Anxiety Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental illnesses that affect people globally. Many individuals with this condition choose to deal with its effect on their own instead of seeking treatment. People suffering from anxiety disorder can confirm that it can make even the smallest task extremely difficult, frightening, or even undoable. Taking prescribed medications to treat the condition can have side effects for certain patients, such as addiction and dependency. Patients who don’t get relieved by prescribed medication search for alternatives, and CBD products are widely known to treat the disease. If you are […]

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Different Methods of Consumption for Medical Marijuana

Medical marijuana patients have a multitude of options regarding. It can be hard to decide where to begin. However, the best method is a personal decision for every individual, and your preferred method may be different from that of other patients. Be sure to select a consumption method that best suits you and your health condition. Each method has unique characteristics that make it more or less effective for some users at different durations; some will be instant, and others will take some time. It is essential to check your region’s laws, as some states prohibit some methods. Different Methods […]

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