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The Top Extraction Methods of Cannabis: A Beginners' Guide
The last decade has marked a significant change in the way society views Cannabis products such as hemp and CBD oils. There has been a slow but steady movement to the reduction of the stigmatization as well as the lifting of restrictions of the products. Most countries around the world have legalized the selling of the products for medical purposes, while a handful like Canada, have lifted all restrictions. This means the products can be used for recreational as well as medical purposes.
Sherryn De VosPublished 4 years ago in PotentHow Is Music Going to Change With More People Consuming Cannabis?
Different music genres across the world have different outlooks and traditions, but nearly all of them are connected by one common factor—cannabis. Some genres, such as reggae and hip hop, have their foundation firmly entrenched in weed while in others, such as country and jazz music, weed is cleverly curved into their lyrics. There are also genres that do not actively promote weed, but their fans still get high during concerts.
Robert GitauPublished 4 years ago in PotentCBD Oil for All Skin Types
The market for CBD is ripe after industrial hemp was legalized in all 50 states. This means that all uses of hemp, though not cannabis, are legal. CBD is one of the major cannabinoids found in hemp.
Michael JacobsPublished 4 years ago in PotentThe 10 Best Smoking Lounges in Denver, Colorado
Colorado is somewhat infamous as a trailblazer (pun intended) in the cannabis industry as one of the earliest states to legalize access to marijuana. With a plethora of dispensaries already established throughout Denver, the city is now seeing an upsurge in smoking lounges dedicated to providing safe and social spaces for smokers to kick back and have a good time together. Working in accordance with laws regarding the consumption of marijuana, these lounges are crafting unique experiences for pot-lovers over the age of 21+ to enjoy. As a result for anyone looking for a trendy and fun place to consume cannabis in Denver, there are more and more options popping up by the day. Any of the best smoking lounges in Denver, Colorado, will give you something you'll never remember! Or is it forget...?
Daniel RochaPublished 4 years ago in PotentVaping vs. Smoking: Which Is Better for You?
Have you ever wondered the reason behind the sudden rise in cannabis smokers around you? Apart from being a popular means of recreation, the scope of cannabis goes way beyond. Smoking, be it the conventional way or the new, can deliver you a plethora of healthful, healing properties of the plant.
Jessica SmithPublished 5 years ago in PotentAre We Overdoing It with CBD?
With the world opening up to cannabis and its extracts, CBD oil hyped up like no other supplement currently in the industry. You’ve probably seen it mentioned on your local news, your favorite Youtuber, and especially by Joe Rogan.
Jonathan GPublished 5 years ago in PotentSmoking CBD Hemp Flower over CBD Oil
CBD oil has been the latest craze, as it gives all the health effects of cannabis while bypassing the undesired effects of THC. On the other hand, smoking high-CBD content hemp flower, commonly referred to as CBD flower, might be a much more efficient means of taking this cannabinoid.
Jonathan GPublished 5 years ago in PotentCannabis Industry and Ancillary Economic Benefits in US
When we talk about the fastest growing cannabis industry in the US, it is easier to consider the numbers regarding the cultivation and production of the plants. It can be easily estimated tones of cannabis produced along with its quality. Also, the dispensaries where they can be sold. However, it is more enticing to consider the above factors when we got to know that the legal sales of cannabis in the US have crossed over $10 billion in 2018 alone.
Claudia JeffreyPublished 5 years ago in PotentNewbie’s Guide to Vaping Cannabis
With the legalization of cannabis, collecting information related to vaping is a must for Newbies. First-time users need to be familiar with everything related to smoking weed. You also have to understand the right amount of dosage to avoid side effects.
Eada HudesPublished 5 years ago in PotentCounterfeit Caution
People are being diagnosed with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) from using bootleg THC cartridges containing hydrogen cyanide, and I can’t help but wonder how we got to this point. The tests on legal vaping carts did not contain hydrogen cyanide, so we can’t blame this on vape nation. However, the tainted THC carts show us symptoms of a larger problem in America. Cannabis is considered a schedule one narcotic federally in our country. This means that we do not recognize it as having any healthcare applications and believe that it is highly addictive. Another Schedule I narcotic is PCP. Even methamphetamine is considered a Schedule II narcotic, which is legal to prescribe in the US under the name Desoxyn. As research has shown us, cannabis has a myriad of health benefits from anti-inflammatory and pain relief to seizure and PTSD, and the scheduling of medications in the US is extremely political. Because of the extreme anti-marijuana propaganda from the 1930s, cannabis was thrown into Schedule I, and being caught selling or using it can send you to jail and cause hefty fines.
Courtney DawsonPublished 5 years ago in PotentCBD Oil for Skin Health
CBD oil is a natural active ingredient derived from the Cannabis sativa plant. Today CBD is the most widely known one among the 113 phyto cannabinoids present in the hemp plant. Actually, CBD's popularity as an alternative to pharmaceuticals has skyrocketed in the past years. CBD also gained lot of attention among scientists and in recent times this famous cannabinoid has become the subject of numerous scientific studies which have indicated, and also proven, the benefits of cannabinoids. In doing so, it has opened the door to an alternative solution for some medical problems.
Jessica SmithPublished 5 years ago in PotentFreedom from PTSD
I've never had PTSD, but I've been with many a friend and family member who has, and still is, dealing with it. It can be crippling not only to the individual who has it, but also to the family and friends of that person as well. It's not something to take lightly, ever.
Erin Hayes-OliverPublished 5 years ago in Potent