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Why child-resistant cannabis packaging is so important

The Cannigma

There are many benefits to cannabis edibles – they’re tasty and discreet with long-lasting effects. Unintentional edibles overdoses, on the other hand, usually occur in toddlers or young children, most by getting into their parents’ or siblings’ cannabis products at home. 6 What about unregulated cannabis edibles?

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Is cannabis a blood thinner?

The Cannigma

This is yet another cautionary tale regarding synthetic cannabinoids and another reason why cannabis regulations allowing for safe access to cannabis are so important. Is it safe to use THC with blood thinners? This effect is particularly strong with smoking or vaping THC products, but can also happen with edibles.

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What seniors need to know before getting a medical marijuana card

The Cannigma

Access to healthcare professionals. If you’ve decided to start your journey with edibles or tinctures, try a small dose, perhaps even half the recommended portion. And keep in mind, cannabis edibles can take 1-2 hours to kick in, sometimes longer, so patience is key. The same logic applies to smoking or vaping.

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Best strains and terpenes for being outside

The Cannigma

Can you make edibles kick in faster? Just getting outside for 20 minutes a day in a green space can reduce your cortisol levels and blood pressure and improve your immune function and cardiovascular health. Cannabis isn’t the only place to access these terpenes. Even hearing birdsongs is beneficial for your health!

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What’s the deal with cannabis consumption lounges?

The Cannigma

A cannabis lounge, often described as a consumption lounge, cannabis cafe, or cannabis tasting room, among other names, is a commercial space that allows patrons to partake in cannabis products (including flower, vape, edibles, drinks, or some combination) on premises. While there is no known fatal dose of cannabis (i.e.,

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4 Medical Benefits of CBD for Your Dog

Otherside Farms

Rather than using a combination of overly strong and potentially harmful pharmaceuticals, the use of CBD oils and edibles is a natural, simple alternative. One meaningful benefit is that it can lower blood pressure, which is oh-so-important in the prevention of more complex and serious heart diseases.

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New Cannabinoid Alert: PHC

Veriheal

Since this compound was designed to convert to nearly 99% pure THC upon entering the body, it metabolizes similarly to a delta-9 THC edible, and the effects are thought to be very similar. ” Everyone should have full access to cannabis—particularly becomes it comes with much fewer side effects and risks than substances like alcohol.