Our first guest, Joya Halls, may need no introduction for many in the cannabis world- but we’ll take a moment to introduce her nonetheless. Joya has worked tirelessly in the cannabis space helping others for some time now, and most recently with us here at Strainprint! Joya loves working in the cannabis field, but more […]
Read MoreThe A to Z Guide to Common Cannabis Terms
The A to Z Guide to Common Cannabis Terms
So, you’re trying to learn more about medical cannabis. Let’s explore the components of the plant as you begin your informational journey: The Background There are over 100 chemicals found in the cannabis plant. Two major, more well known components of the plant are CBD and THC. However, there are other terms you may encounter […]
Read MoreHow Long Do the Effects of Cannabis Last?
How Long Do the Effects of Cannabis Last?
With the legalization of both medical and recreational cannabis across Canada, many people are trying the herb for the first time. For an inexperienced cannabis consumer it can be difficult to wade through all the information out there to get the answers that matter the most. One of the common questions that people ask with […]
Read MoreTerpenes for Anxiety
Terpenes for Anxiety
Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent class of mental disorders. Social anxiety (sometimes called social phobia) is an anxiety disorder that affects more than 45 million North Americans. It is characterized by feelings of fear and dread when in social environments and can manifest as panic attacks, sleep disturbances, and a variety of anti-social and […]
Read MoreCannabis for Conditions: How CBD Works to Fight Inflamation
Cannabis for Conditions: How CBD Works to Fight Inflamation
Inflammation involves the normal response of the body to repair cells damaged by injury, infection, or an allergic reaction. This healthy type of inflammation, also referred to as acute inflammation usually covers a localized area. The symptoms of acute inflammation may cause discomfort but generally are not life-threatening. The type of inflammation associated with autoimmune […]
Read MoreWhy Can Using Cannabis Make Your Eyes Red?
Why Can Using Cannabis Make Your Eyes Red?
A lot of people associate smoking cannabis with overly red eyes, and you may be surprised to learn that the main reason for this effect has little to do with the smoke itself. In fact, red eyes from cannabis use can actually be a strong indicator of increased health and vitality. Here’s why. Reasons for the […]
Read MoreA Terse Education in the Entourage Effect
A Terse Education in the Entourage Effect
The genetic makeup of cannabis sativa makes available to chemotypes, cultivars, and individual plants of this herbal species literally hundreds of different molecules—all of which offer various and significant medicinal efficacy. These include more than 100 cannabinoids, 200 terpenes, and a couple dozen flavonoids. Cannabinoids Cannabinoids are molecules produced solely by the cannabis plant. They […]
Read MoreChanges in the Canadian Cannabis Space Since Legalization
Changes in the Canadian Cannabis Space Since Legalization
Changes in the Canadian Cannabis Space Since Legalization Last year, Canada became the second country in the world, after Uruguay, to legalize cannabis for adult-use. The comprehensive legislation, known as the Cannabis Act, leaves much of the regulatory decision-making to the provinces and territories, and has made a significant impact on the cannabis industry in […]
Read MoreHow and Why You Should Vaporize Cannabis
How and Why You Should Vaporize Cannabis
How and Why You Should Vaporize Cannabis Can smoking cannabis be dangerous? We know that medical cannabis is useful for treating a myriad of health conditions and smoking cannabis has become fairly common after legalization in 2018. However, the health implications associated with smoking cannabis are less talked about and understood. The Canadian Medical Association […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Cannabinoids: Cannabigerol
Understanding Cannabinoids: Cannabigerol
Understanding Cannabinoids: Cannabigerol Of the more than 100 special medicinal molecules produced by the hemp and cannabis plants called cannabinoids, few are as unique or important as cannabigerol (CBG). Unlike it’s infamous sibling tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), CBG produces no psychoactive effect, but delivers a wealth of wellness and other benefits. In addition, it plays a special […]
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