What is PCOS? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), is a metabolic dysfunction which causes a hormone imbalance. This affects biological women’s bodies in many different ways and is related to insulin resistance, inflammation, hypothyroidism, fatigue, weight gain, mood swings, anxiety, depression, irritable bowel syndrome, acne, irregular and painful cycles, infertility, and more. This infographic below illustrates […]
What is Caryophyllene? Caryophyllene is a spicy terpene (aromatic plant compound). It is notable for causing the sharpness in herbs like pepper, cinnamon, oregano, basil, and more. Also known as beta-caryophyllene or BCP, it can be found in oils such as rosemary and clove. Does it Actually Do Anything? Our body has something called an […]
Cannabis has been shown to treat a variety of conditions such as seizures, chronic pain, and depression. How can you use cannabis as medicine and what exactly is in cannabis that treats these ailments? Let’s find out! The cannabis plant contains tons of active compounds called cannabinoids, found in a variety of places in the […]
In a perfect world, top-quality marijuana would be growing in abundance and we would all be able to smoke our favorite strains. Sadly, this is not reality and there are some pretty sub-par flowers out there. But, how can you tell good weed from bad weed? There are many ways to make sure you’re getting […]
Ah, THC–the very name is enough to get you in party mode. But before you join the smoke circle, let’s take a closer look at THC–the chemical compound that gives cannabis its mind-altering effects. Yes, THC stands for tetrahydrocannabinol, cannabis’ most well-known psychoactive compound. And while it’s a key ingredient in enjoying a good ol’ […]
On the surface, the marijuana plant might look simple; stem, bud, leaves, and flower. But when you start to really study it, you’ll soon realize that has quite a complex anatomy. If you’ve ever looked closely at cannabis, you have definitely noticed tiny red hairs on the weed. Just what are those little red hairs […]
Do you need a medical marijuana card in California? Even though cannabis is legal in California, some people still choose to get a medical marijuana card. There are a few benefits of having a medical card. However, you do not need one in order to purchase cannabis. California legalized cannabisv for medical use in 1996 […]
We’ve all heard of CBD (cannabidiol) which is a cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant. But what about CBDA? What is CBDA and what is the difference between CBDA and CBD? CBD vs. CBDA CBD and CBDA are both chemical compounds found in the marijuana plant. CBD has been praised for it’s therapeutic benefits and […]
Cannabis has many wonderful scents that we all love. But what is responsible for those delicious aromas? Cannabis terpenes are what you smell, and learning about them will make you love cannabis even more. What are cannabis terpenes? Terpenes are aromatic oils that are responsible for producing flavors like berry, mint, pine, and citrus. They […]
CBD continues to pop up everywhere we turn, but have you ever wondered what happens if you combine CBD and alcohol? Or how about combining CBD gummies and alcohol? Is it a safe combination? What will the effects be of combining the two? CBD And Alcohol Interaction We have yet to uncover all of the […]
