Cannabis consumers who are not feeling the full effects of the plant may find it is time to reset their tolerance levels. Users can take breaks from ingesting tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in order to combat diminished effects, lower their tolerance levels and achieve their desired high. The Brain Chemistry THC is the psychoactive compound in cannabis that’s … [Read more...] about Need a Tolerance Break From Cannabis? Why and How it Works
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Decarboxylation and Why It’s So Important
Users can smoke cannabis, and eat it too. But it must be decarboxylated for it to produce any noticeable effects. What is Decarboxylation? Decarboxylation, aka decarbing, is heating up cannabis to activate many of its compounds. Activating the cannabinoids, like THC, will help users get the most out of their highs. Heat is the quickest way to activate … [Read more...] about Decarboxylation and Why It’s So Important
CBG and Delta-8-THC: Uses and Benefits
Scientists are discovering new cannabinoids as the research into cannabis grows. Cannabigerol (CBG) and Delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol (Delta-8-THC) are two of the latest cannabinoids to be identified by researchers in cannabis plants. The compounds are in many products in the cannabis and beauty industries. Research studies continue to produce novel ways to use these agents by … [Read more...] about CBG and Delta-8-THC: Uses and Benefits
Cannabis Withdrawal and Addiction: Does it Really Happen?
The discussion of cannabis withdrawal and addiction is one most potheads don’t want to have. Many people claim cannabis is not addictive, though that’s actually not entirely true. Most people who use cannabis will never become addicted. However, it is possible to develop a dependence on the drug. In fact, cannabis withdrawal is more common than you might think. According to … [Read more...] about Cannabis Withdrawal and Addiction: Does it Really Happen?
Is Cannabis Addictive?
“Is cannabis addictive?” This question, for all intents and purposes, is highly contentious. Depending on when and where you’ve grown up, the ‘socialized answer’ to this question may vary widely. Across the world, eastern and western cultures report varying levels of understanding, historical attachment and significance to cannabis. In modern day America, however, there is … [Read more...] about Is Cannabis Addictive?
