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The Endocannabinoid System-History, Health and Why We Feel High

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The History and Science of Cannabis. The cannabis plant consists of two basic species, Cannabis Sativa and Cannabis Indica. Sativas on the other hand have emerged from Eastern Asia, and generally cause uplifting effects. The following table highlights a few key differences between the Sativa and Indica species.

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Review: Sour Diesel by Rythm

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While a ton of fantastic and reliable cultivars are out there with decade plus histories, there are strains so famous that they’ve permeated not only cannabis culture but also the entire spectrum of American culture. I recently picked up a gram from Rythm as part of the High Time Cannabis Cup Sativa Flower Kit.

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Why cannabis can make your heart race

The Cannigma

The interactions of the endocannabinoid system with the autonomic nervous system seem to be the driving force behind the reported cardiovascular adverse events [from cannabis],” wrote a group of researchers who recently reviewed years of cannabis studies 1. Is sativa or indica worse for your heart rate? increase among women 11.

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Modern cannabis originated in East Asia, DNA study finds

The Cannigma

Led by Dr Ren Guangpeng, a botanist at Lanzhou University, the researchers also collected samples from a further 82 wild-growing feral plants, landraces, historical cannabis cultivars, and modern hybrid strains from around the world to study their genetic history. What does this mean for the history of cannabis?

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People’s Choice Edition 2021 is Ready to Take Over

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Pack your bowls, stay hydrated and prepare yourselves—Nevada’s first-ever public Cannabis Cup event is just around the corner, and you’re invited. This event will be the first-ever competition that is open to the Nevada public and will see the largest pool of judges in its history.

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People’s Choice Edition 2021 for the First Time Ever

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Judging is done from home, and there is no live event. Categories include Best Indica, Sativa and Hybrid Flower; as well as Pre-Rolls and Infused Pre-Rolls; Indica and Sativa Concentrates; Vape Pens & Cartridges; Edibles, Gummies and Non-Gummies. Cannabis Cup Judges’ Kits .

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How to germinate all types of cannabis seeds: Three methods

The Cannigma

With that, the cultivator has no margin to correct eventual unforeseen events, such as excess or lack of nutrients, pests and diseases, and slow growth due to inadequate parameters. Sativas, indicas, or hybrids? The differences between indica and sativa plants are quite significant, such as the shape, height and even the effects.

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