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The Uses of Marijuana in Medicine Today

10. March 2010

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There are, in fact some medical uses of Marijuana, which are indeed positive aspects of this drug. Marijuana  can be administered to patients with the supervision of trained medical specialists. Medical marijuana contains the active  components of delta -9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Cannabidiol  (CBD), and 8 – caryophyllene. Although marijuana can be used in a negative manner, as [...]

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Why More Baby Boomers Are Turning to Medical Marijuana

8. March 2010

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Grandpa pass the pipe. Unless you are Willie Nelson’s grandchild the idea of smoking a joint with a grandparent is unthinkable, right?  Well that might not be as far-fetched as it was in the past. Recent studies show that marijuana usage among people over the age of fifty is on the rise in the United States. [...]

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New Study Proves That Marijuana Increases Brain Cell Formation

6. November 2009

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  How many times have you been hit with the usual jargon about how bad marijuana is for the brain, and how stupid you are going to become if you smoke it. Yet, some of the most creative minds of our time attribute their unconventional thinking to the effects of this beautiful herb. So does it make [...]

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Health Benefits Herbal Vaporizers

20. October 2009

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A vaporizer produces the purest burning intoxication possible. With the vaporizer, you avoid ingesting the harmful chemicals found in marijuana plant. Many users also report feeling higher using the same amount of cannabis with a vaporizer than while using a pipe or blunt. It’s like inhaling pure THC without the throat burn caused by substances [...]

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Marijuana Vaporizer Health Benefits

4. October 2009

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Inhaling marijuana smoke is the fastest route to the blood stream. Research shows that inhaling marijuana smoke causes more harm to the lungs. Studies conducted in Australia show that 95% of the THC in marijuana is absorbed in the first few seconds of inhaling. Holding the smoke a little longer permits more tar and [...]

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Cannabutter Popcorn Recipe

16. July 2009

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Looking for ways to use your cannabutter in everyday cooking? Stay tuned for our recipe’s and guide to creating medical marijuana edibles. A great alternative to smoking cannabis and a wonderful solution for those who cannot smoke. Basic cannabutter popcorn recipe: Ingredients •    Freshly popped, hot plain popcorn •    2 Tbsp or more (to taste) of Cannabutter •    Salt to [...]

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California Adds Marijuana to List of Cancer-Causing Substances

6. July 2009

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On Sunday, July 5th 2009, California state lawmakers passed a bill that would soon require medical marijuana (a common prescription for cancer sufferers) to now carry a label warning consumers of it’s cancer-causing potential. This developed last month when environmental state regulators decided cannabis should be added to the official list of substances that may cause [...]

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Types of Medical Marijuana

26. June 2009

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There are two main types of cannabis that is available; Sativa and Indica. Depending on which you choose, will determine the overall effects you experience.  Each has their unique characteristics and grow patterns. Sativas are known for their length and skinny leaves, making this a difficult plant to grow indoors. Sativas can are tall and round [...]

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Health Benefits From Hemp Seeds

12. June 2009

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Hemp seeds have been a source for nutrition since the early 1990’s, a common mis-conception is that hemp seeds are toxic and considered illegal. This is not the fact as hemp and marijuana comes from two different types of cannabis plants. The difference is the level of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive ingredient of marijuana. The [...]

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