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How Weed Affects Your 5 Senses
Your five senses change when you smoke weed. Obvious statement is obvious, but let's break that down for a second. Weed makes you feel happier—more loose, more free. This is because cannabis affects your brain chemistry, which results in that chemical high pot smokers crave when lighting up. However, if pot can make you high, doesn't it stand to reason it can do other things to your brain? Like give you super senses?
Bethany TiamatPublished 7 years ago in PotentPlaces In New York City To Get Stoned
What to do in New York City with some weed to burn, some gummy bears to chew, and a stoner's curiosity? There is no single answer. For as many strains as the mind can imagine there are an equal amount of amazing places to journey stoned in New York City. While weather may be a factor for some and costs may vary, the reward is always worth the wait.
Marijuana Teens' Drug Of Choice For Anxiety, Depression
It may come as little surprise that teens start experimenting with marijuana in their early adolescence. Some might argue that it's nearly a rite of passage for many, as there appears to be a growing number of kids who are turning onto the drug. Now, it seems that marijuana is now the drug of choice for many with anxiety or depression.
Christina St-JeanPublished 7 years ago in PotentBest Movies To Watch High
The best movies to watch high aren’t necessarily well-made. In fact, sometimes the funniest movies to watch in that state of mind can be really bad ones. The silly sense of humor that often accompanies pot consumption will make you laugh for hours just because of the stupidity of the film. So what are the best movies to watch high? Read on to find out.
Johnny HashPublished 7 years ago in PotentAre You Pissing Off Your Dealer?
You know, a weed dealer can have their faults, like not answering your calls, having seeds and stems in your stash, not using a scale to measure your weed, and the jaw-dropping, untimely cannabis droughts. In this arena, however, it doesn’t matter if you’re angry with your weed connect, just be aware of the different ways that you are pissing off your dealer.
Hydro WilsonPublished 7 years ago in PotentIs Smoking Marijuana Damaging Your Lungs?
Every day, it seems like there is another story about the things that marijuana can help with. People suffering from chronic pain, depression, anxiety, insomnia, and a variety of other illnesses have had their lives changed by smoking weed, and more users join their ranks every day. You may be convinced by all the news of the health benefits, but you might also be wondering, is smoking marijuana damaging your lungs?
Does Marijuana Affect Brain Development?
Marijuana can be a very useful substance, but given the relative lack of knowledge about long-term effects, we could all stand to be as educated as possible before engaging. A little cannabis can be great for social gatherings, as it reduces anxiety and temporarily improves mood. However, Mary Jane doesn’t always treat its users fairly. This beautiful plant can turn into a flower of doom amongst younger smokers.
Wendy WeedlerPublished 7 years ago in PotentWays to Add Cannabis to Your Coffee
Can you think of anything better to add to your coffee for a relaxing start to your day than cannabis? Me neither. Coffee is the first stop that many people make after getting up in the morning. It gets the body going, but sometimes you need a little something extra to get your creative juices flowing. Add cannabis to your coffee to put a slight spin on your average wake and bake and get your brain moving as quickly as your body. Cannabis and coffee go together like salt and pepper, and there are many great ways to add cannabis to your coffee.
Mitch CurranPublished 7 years ago in PotentHow To Use Cannabis As Medicine
Cannabis has been used as a medicinal plant for millennia. Across continents and throughout every type of society, humans have been using cannabis for health and wellness for longer than mankind has been writing down their ideas.
Rachel ColicPublished 7 years ago in PotentAre You Inhaling Wrong?
Weed costs money, and money can be hard to come by, so if you’re short on cash but still want to catch the best buzz possible you need to ask yourself “are you inhaling wrong?” Most people who consume cannabis do so by smoking, and so proper inhaling is the key to keeping more green in your stash and in your wallet. We’ll go over the latest science and help make sure that if someone asks “Are you inhaling wrong?” you can answer the question with a resounding no!
Sigmund FriedPublished 7 years ago in PotentCan Marijuana Help You Lose Weight?
When most people think of a session with Mary Jane, the image of vegging out in heavy couchlock, a bag of Doritos in one hand and a TV remote in the other, springs to mind. Now, this isn't exactly what your average fitness coach means when they say “work out”, unless you're trying to jack up your button-pressing thumb muscles. Based on all of the common conceptions about marijuana munchies, it should stand to reason that cannabis users have a higher incidence of obesity and weight-related diseases like diabetes than do the general population; while an understandable assumption, this is not the case. If we accept that cannabis users often eat more and get less exercise, it begs the question: “can marijuana help you lose weight?”
Things to Avoid During a Smoke Sesh
There is nothing better than finding a free night to relax with a few friends and share a joint and some laughs. But having the perfect session involves preparing the right crew and creating the perfect environment. Take a look at this list of things to avoid during a smoke sesh to make sure you have a smooth and fun high.
Johnny HashPublished 7 years ago in Potent