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  Your brain is composed of millions, if not billions, of neurons that work to make life, your senses, and your emotions possible. But these neurons are not all on, all the time. They can be active or inactive depending on what’s going on inside and around you. Think of these neurons like the battery terminals in an electronic device. One end emits the electricity while the other end receives the electricity. The receiving end is appropriately called the receptor. When a battery is present in an electronic device, power flows into the receptor activating that device. The same can be said of the neurons in our brain. When a specific chemical is present, it plugs into receptors and turns the neuron on. That neuron then causes something else to happen somewhere else in the body or the brain (like relieving pain or making you happy). One such neuron is known as the cannabinoid receptor (CB1). A THC molecule, then, acts like the battery (let’s say it’s an AA) in our ele...

  1) Look The easiest way to check for moldy weed is to examine the bud with your naked eye. Common signs of mold include: Cobweb-like material Powdery appearance Dark spots on green buds Yellow fuzz Grey fuzz Slime If you see any of these on your pot plant, consider it moldy. 2) Smell Your weed will exhibit a wide variety of aromas — from berry to diesel fuel to skunk. But if you smell sweat or urine, your bud is probably going moldy. That said, some people have more sensitive sniffers and will smell more of the weed fragrance even if mold is present. Additionally, some molds don’t produce any aroma until they’re further along in their development. 3) Feel Healthy marijuana that is properly cured should feel dry and crispy. If your weed feels damp or spongy, it may be moldy. Detecting mold on your marijuana takes practice and often involves all three of the tests above — look, smell, and feel. But if you really want to be sure you don’t have moldy weed, you...

  CBD coffee is the combination of two of our three favorite molecules: caffeine and cannabidiol (CBD). The third molecule in that triumvirate of power is, of course, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), but that’s a topic for another time. Here’s a bit of background about these two awesome chemical compounds. Caffeine Caffeine — or C8H10N4O2 — is a naturally occurring stimulant found in the seeds, nuts, and leaves of a number of plants native to Africa and South America. The most well-known source of caffeine is the coffee bean. In fact, humans have been roasting these beans for the purpose of brewing a drink since the middle of the 15th century (that’s the 1400’s, son). It’s worth noting that the plants that contain caffeine use it as a defense mechanism to protect themselves against predators. In that regard, it’s very similar to the cannabinoid molecules in the marijuana plant that, also serve to deter predation. Cannabidiol Cannabidiol (CBD) is a non-psycho...

  1) Start Small When taking any course of medicine — CBD or otherwise — it’s always best to start small. The least amount of CBD oil you can take to feel relief from your inflammation the better. 2) Pick Your Favorite Dosage Method As mentioned above, there are plenty of choices for taking CBD. Even CBD oil itself offers a number of ways to get the CBD you need. You can: Use the CBD oil in edibles Ingest the CBD oil directly Take the CBD oil sublingually Apply the CBD oil to your skin Try each of these methods in turn to find which dosage method works best for you. 3) Make Your Own CBD Inflammation Remedy As mentioned earlier, most CBD oils are produced in professional labs with expensive equipment. But there are several methods you can use to make your own CBD oil at home. Going the DIY route gives you complete control over what’s in your medicine. You can’t get that from a store-bought product. 4) Choose The Right Strain The right strain makes a huge difference...

  1) Quality Quality plays an important role in determining how long a weed high lasts. High-quality, organic marijuana which is available in the marijuana dispensaries in Colorado Springs , that’s rich in cannabinoids, terpenes, and trichomes will provide a much more satisfying high than the low-quality mids or regs you might be used to. It’s worth the extra money for the chance to stretch your weed high out just a little bit longer. 2) Strain The strain you choose can also have an impact on how long your weed high lasts. Stronger strains can make it seem like your high lasts longer because the effects are so much more dramatic. But before you rush out to buy the strongest weed strain money can buy, keep in mind that with extreme highs come extreme lows and side effects. Because strong weed strains are bred for high THC and low CBD, there are fewer cannabinoids to counteract the negative effects of THC (e.g., paranoia, anxiety, etc.). 3) THC Content...

  1) Decreased Pain And Swelling Scientists and doctors are still debating the exact cause of migraines, but many believe that they are a symptom of an issue or issues elsewhere in the body — most likely inflammation and swelling. Even with the limited clinical trials, CBD is well-known for its analgesic (pain-relieving) properties, which is why CBD creams, tinctures, and patches are becoming more and more popular every day. So even if CBD doesn’t kill the migraine pain directly, it can decrease the pain and swelling in other parts of your body that might be the true cause of the pounding in your head. 2) Less Nausea As if blinding pain in your head wasn’t enough, that extreme level of pain often causes nausea and an upset stomach. CBD is very good at settling an upset stomach and preventing or reducing nausea — even if it’s caused by a migraine rather than something you ate. That alone is enough of a benefit for us to swear by, but the decrease in nausea produces...

  The process starts with growing hemp or another high-CBD strain, like Charlotte’s Web or Cannatonic. The reason CBD isolate is made from these types of cannabis is that other strains, like Sour Diesel and Blue Dream, contain more THC than CBD. When the cannabis plant reaches maturity, it’s harvested and subjected to some form of extraction. Extraction separates the cannabinoids, terpenes, trichomes, flavonoids, and other chemical goodies from the plant matter. Common extraction methods include: CO2 Ice water Butane Alcohol/ethanol At the end of the extraction process, you’re left with a cannabis concentrate. Depending on the form in which you choose to keep the cannabis concentrate (e.g., solid, semi-solid, liquid), you can then make things like shatter, wax, oil, and tincture. But if you want to make CBD isolate, you’ll need to refine that concentrate a little bit more with a process called winterization. Winterization is just a fancy science term for...

  CBD oil is making a name for itself in a big way these days. Everywhere you look, you will find stories of how CBD can be beneficial to health and wellbeing. Whether it’s to combat stress, help with sleep, or relieve pain, you’ve undoubtedly come across someone who swears by CBD. And now, there’s talk that CBD oil may even help with weight loss. According to preliminary research, CBD may reduce food intake and boost metabolism, which could ultimately promote weight loss. This is surprising for many to hear since most assume that all cannabis derivatives will actually stimulate hunger. However, CBD is very different to its psychoactive cousin, THC – the compound responsible for marijuana’s psychoactive effects. CBD is non-psychoactive and has completely different effects on things like metabolism and appetite – both of which play a major role in the body’s inclination to either lose or gain weight. What Role Does the Endocannabinoid System Play? As always, the effects...

  Thanks to a phenomenon known as the entourage effect , CBD oil and other CBD products appear to be more effective when in the presence of other natural hemp compounds, rather than by themselves. If true, this would suggest that full-spectrum CBD products may be more beneficial compared to isolate or even broad-spectrum products. Full-spectrum products include a complete range of terpenes, cannabinoids, and other compounds found in hemp. Broad-spectrum products are similar, minus the presence of THC. Of course, few reliable studies have been published relating to the entourage effect and its potential impact on humans using CBD products. Read on to find out more. What Is The Entourage Effect? In basic terms, the entourage effect helps maximize the beneficial effects of CBD oil. It occurs when hundreds of different compounds in hemp interact with each other simultaneously to produce a synergistic physiological effect . In 1998, doctors Raphael Mechoulam and Shimon Ben...

  Estimates vary as to the growth of the CBD industry, but there are few more exciting markets in the health supplement industry at present. A study by BDS Analytics and ArcView Market Research in May 2019 paints a promising picture. According to the report, CBD sales in the United States alone will pass $20 billion by 2024. Today, there are CBD oils, balms, drinks, edibles, and so much more as the industry stretches into every corner of society. As is the case with all fast-growing industries, the responsibility is on the consumer to separate the best from the rest. Remember, most hemp CBD products are not FDA-approved. In what is an unregulated industry, you must conduct thorough research to ensure you pay for premium-grade cannabidiol. This guide provides you with five questions worth asking before you make this potential investment in your health. 1) Are You Getting Full-Spectrum CBD or CBD Isolate? In a nutshell, CBD isolate is the purest form of cannabidiol. It is ...

  It is 100% organic CBD is derived from hemp. The hemp plant is grown organically without any chemicals. It is, therefore, a healthy and nutritional supplement. CBD inherits its chemical-free nutrition and health benefits. It is safer Because it is free of any unwarranted chemicals and other harmful substances, CBD is a safer alternative in comparison with multiple prescription drugs. It causes minimal to no side effects in the body which is another advantage especially for senior citizens. It costs less According to surveys, a senior citizen is likely to spend approximately $3000 USD per year on prescription drugs alone. When contrasted with an average of $650 a year for CBD, this option is more cost-effective. It’s backed by science CBD’s ability to relieve and treat some medical conditions where conventional medicines have failed is backed by science. It is from thorough researches and studies that scientists and doctors draw these conclusions and hence recom...

  CBD tincture is a concentrated form of CBD. Therefore, it is designed to be taken in small doses. Unlike in edibles, where the dosage of CBD in each piece is pre-set, in the case of tinctures, users need to calculate the amount of each dosage. Before consuming CBD tinctures it is important to consult with the professionals working in the dispensaries of Silverthorne CO. That said, administering dosage in tinctures is not that difficult. Tinctures typically come in glass bottles with a built-in dropper that allows users to take carefully measured quantities of CBD. More often than not, this dropper indicates 1ml of liquid that can be considered as the baseline serving size. So, for instance, if you have a 30ml bottle with 1ml as the serving size, your bottle contains 30 servings of CBD. However, in the case of tinctures, the ml amount alone does not suffice to measure the dosage. The user needs to check the bottle for the amount of mg as well. So, if you have a 30ml bo...

  CBD tinctures are alcohol-based tinctures where the plant preserved is a high-CBD strain of cannabis (usually hemp). They are a simple and smokeless way to dose CBD. These are produced by steeping high-CBD source plant in high-proof grain alcohol followed by the application of low heat for a significant period of time. To know about the dosage and the way to consume CBD tincture, talk with the staff working in the dispensaries of Dillon CO. The active compounds in cannabis infuse into the neutral solvent, the majority of which boils off. This results in a potent liquid capable of delivering the effects of the cannabinoid molecules without the need to smoke them. Fun Fact: Cannabis tinctures are also known as green dragon. Making CBD tinctures is quite a simple process which is why it is also a famous DIY project. Usually, one can differentiate between commercial and homemade CBD tinctures. Commercial CBD tincture: a herbal cannabis preparation carried out by a comme...

  CBD gummies are edibles i.e., they pass through the digestive system before entering the bloodstream. The typical time for the effects of gummies to kick in can be anywhere between 1-2 hours lasting for 4-6 hours. However, this time can vary according to a person’s individual metabolism, weight, and the severity of the medical condition they’re targeting. Generally, you should expect 1-2 hours to pass easily before you feel the effects of gummies. Depending on what you’re using the gummy for, you may not immediately recognise a change at all. Some other factors affecting the absorption of CBD are: Body Weight The amount of fat in a body affects the amount of CBD one needs to witness considerable effects. This is because your body weight affects your metabolism of and circulation in the body. Ideally, people with more body weight should be able to absorb more CBD. This factor also affects the time for which CBD stays in your body. CBD is stored in the fat cells, g...