Tinctures are a popular form of medical marijuana due to their quality, ease of use and accuracy of dosing. If you’ve been considering marijuana for medicinal purposes, they are a great place to start. Here’s the information you need to use comfortably. What is a medical marijuana tincture? Tinctures are nothing new in the medical industry. Historically, they’ve been a popular method for concentrating the medicinal compounds of many plants. Medical marijuana tinctures contain cannabis suspended in an alcohol solvent. The alcohol dissolves the plant and its beneficial chemical components (trichomes, cannabinoids, oils, terpenes, and others), creating a concentrated solution. […]
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NFL & NFLPA Pledge $1M To Pain Management Research Including Medical Marijuana
In early June 2021, the NFL and NFLPA (NFL Players Association) announced a plan to provide up to $1 million in funding and research grants for researchers investigating the pain-relieving effects of THC, CBD, and other cannabis-derived products. These grants will be provided to researchers who will focus on both pain management in elite football players, as well as the effects of cannabis and cannabinoids on athletic performance – including psychomotor skills, reaction time, and the effects on the cardiovascular system. This Change Is A Big Departure From Previous NFL Attitudes Toward Cannabis The recent announcement that the NFL will […]
New Regulations Tighten Medical Marijuana Access For Teens, Put More Responsibility on Doctors
Colorado House Bill 1317 impacts medical marijuana users in Colorado in a variety of ways. Signed into law on June 25, 2021, this bill adds a lot of new medical marijuana regulations in Colorado, affecting many patients, particularly teens who use medical marijuana in the state. Understanding The Regulations Included In Colorado House Bill 1317 The primary provision included in Colorado House Bill 1317 is that adult medical marijuana users are limited to purchasing 8 grams of cannabis per day, reduced from the previous limit of 40 grams. In addition, a statewide “seed-to-sale” tracking system will ensure users do not […]
5 Benefits of Getting A Medical Marijuana Card in Colorado
Colorado is the first state to approve the use of medical marijuana in 2000, and has well-established itself as the center of medical marijuana treatment advancements, innovation in how cannabis can be cultivated with the most potency, as well as the legalization and de-stigmatization of marijuana use – and maybe for that reason alone it’s well worth taking a look at whether you qualify for a a medical marijuana (MMJ) card. There are a variety of conditions and illnesses that would qualify you for a medical marijuana card; some of the most common conditions are epilepsy, HIV/AIDS, cancer, chronic pain, […]
City of Denver OK’s Cannabis Delivery and Consumption Lounges
Denver’s Mayor, Michael B. Hancock, recently signed and approved the city’s cannabis bill allowing for more consumption lounges and cannabis delivery. This new law has generated a lot of excitement, with many terming it as a game-changer. But what exactly does the new law say? And what does it mean for cannabis consumption lounges? Read on to get more details. Cannabis Delivery Under the New Law According to the new pot delivery policy, licensed dealers will have until 10pm to carry out deliveries. However, deliveries can only be made to residential addresses. Stores will be required to contract a licensed […]
Water Soluble Cannabinoids in Cannabis Drinks Are a Major Evolution
For years, cannabis drink manufacturers have relied on oil-soluble cannabinoids to make their beverage formulations, but this presents many drawbacks. For instance, fat-soluble cannabinoids have an oil taste, cannot mix with water-based drinks and their effects take time to kick in. This has made it difficult for cannabis beverages to catch on. Fortunately, scientists have invented a water-soluble cannabinoid technology, which will enable manufacturers to produce water-soluble cannabis beverages. In this article, we will look at different ways water-soluble cannabis will transform the beverage industry. How the Water-Soluble Technology Will Revolutionize the Cannabis Beverage Industry Water-soluble cannabis promises to deliver […]
Governor Jared Polis Increases Legal Cannabis Possession Limits for Colorado Adults
On Thursday, May 20, Governor Jared Polis signed a new bill into law. With the stroke of a pen, he doubled the legal cannabis possession limits for adults. The law took effect immediately. What’s more, he paved the way for Coloradans convicted of cannabis crimes to seal their records from background checks. Below, we’ll delve into the details of Colorado’s new cannabis policy. Colorado Increases Cannabis Possession Limit for Adults While Governor Polis’ signature may have officially made this new bill into law, its story doesn’t start there. In fact, it traces its origins back to February of this year. […]
Edible Dosing Guide – How Much Is Enough? What You Should Know
If you’re taking medical cannabis products like edibles, it’s important to make sure you take the right dose to help with your condition, but not so much that you’re uncomfortable. What’s the right amount to take? Well, everyone is different. Many different factors come into play when choosing the right dose, including past cannabis usage and tolerance, gender, weight, and more. But we’ve put together a quick guide to be basics below, which is a good place to start. Please note that this is not medical advice, it is merely a suggestion. What To Expect From Different Cannabis Edible Dosages […]
Glossary of Common Medical Marijuana Terms
Most Common Medical Marijuana Terms Have you ever wondered what exactly makes a concentrate or how to dab? You’re not alone. The world of medical marijuana is rife with specialized nomenclature and jargon, making it difficult for newbies to grasp. Below, we’ve outlined a few of the most common cannabis terms. This is by no mean an exhaustive list, but it can serve as a basis for marijuana newbies and veterans alike to join the cannabis conversation. Aeroponics A cannabis growing method where cultivators grow plants in air rather than a medium (dirt, water, etc.). Instead of growing through a […]
SAFE Act Moves Forward Paving Way For Cannabis Banking In The United States
Cannabis regulation in the United States is complicated, to say the least – while cannabis is fully legal for recreation and/or medical use in dozens of states, it’s still federally illegal, and banks can be penalized heavily for working with cannabis businesses. This means that cannabis banking is basically non-existent – and most cannabis businesses in the US are unbanked. But the new Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act could change this. Let’s get into the details. What Is The SAFE Act And What Does It Mean For Legal Cannabis Across The US? The SAFE Banking Act stalled in […]
