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Lots of praise is given to men in the cannabis industry, most industries really, but what about women in history, specifically, cannabis history? Have you heard the rumor that women have a better connection to cannabis and therefore make better cannabis growers? We can’t confirm or deny that but can point out a few women …
“As cannabis becomes legalized state by state and as hemp products containing CBD become federally legal in 2018, most Americans do not realize that the drug war continues. It continues to devastate our communities, particularly minorities.”- Plain Jane CTO, Evan Marshall The above is absolutely true and there are statistics that support it, like the …
Landrace strains of cannabis may seem mysterious since you hear about them but it is not often that you see landrace strains for sale in dispensaries. If you use only hemp flower and do not smoke marijuana, you may not have ever heard of these varieties at all. But if you are interested in cannabis …
THC is mainly popular for its recreational value, but truly there is more to THC than getting high. It can be an important natural care option for many with conditions that do not respond well to conventional pharmaceutical treatments for conditions like cancer, AIDs, some types of mood disorders, spasticity disorders, and chronic pain.
Alpha-Humulene makes up about 40% of the essential oil of hops and is a common cannabis terpene. Cannabis (including CBD hemp flower) is actually closely related to hops so it is natural for them to share this terpene. Humulene is the source of the “hoppy” flavors of beer. Outside of hops and cannabis, it can …
Linalool is a terpene found in cannabis and lavender. It has a floral scent with a hint of spice. Outside of cannabis and lavender, linalool can be found in over 200 species of plants. It is most abundant in plants in the species Lamiaceae (mint and other herbs), Lauraceae (laurels, cinnamon, rosewood), and Rutaceae (citrus …
Pinene is a very common terpene in cannabis and other plants. It can be found in cannabis, hops, cumin, pine and conifer trees, juniper, cedar, sage, basil, parsley, rosemary, dill, oranges, nutmeg, ginger, lime peel, allspice, bitter fennel, and eucalyptus. Pinene is thought to have many benefits including, pain relief, anti-microbial activity, cancer cell inhibition, …
When you consume any cannabinoid, it works in the body through the endocannabinoid system. This system has two main types of cannabinoid receptors. The first to be discovered is the CB1 receptor that is associated with THC (a plant cannabinoid) and anandamide (AEA; an endocannabinoid produced naturally by the body) [6]. Later, the CB2 receptor …
Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (aka Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome) is a new clinical diagnosis for a condition that affects some cannabis users. This condition is being identified in younger cannabis users who use cannabis regularly for extended periods of time (years). As the name implies, it is characterized by “hyper-” (frequent) “-emesis” (vomiting). While cannabis normally can …
Limonene is one of the most common terpenes in the world. It is very common among cannabis varieties and can be found in strains of all origins thanks to extensive hybridization. Finding a cannabis strain that doesn’t have limonene is actually more difficult than finding strains that contain this uplifting terpene. Outside of cannabis, limonene …
Myrcene is the terpene that gives cannabis flowers spicy, earthy, peppery, and musky scents and imparts a mildly sweet flavor. This sensory profile can also be found in other myrcene-containing plants like hops and mangos. Myrcene is thought to have good benefits for pain and is set to be used in a UCLA clinical trial …
Cannabinoid receptor type 1 (CB1, CBR 1) is a receptor protein in the body’s endocannabinoid system. Naturally, this receptor binds with the endocannabinoid anandamide (AEA). However, it is also able to bind to the cannabinoid tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is found in hemp flower in small amounts and marijuana in large amounts. CB1 was the first …
CBD drug interactions arise mainly due to liver metabolism issues and present risks that consumers are not currently well aware of. The liver enzyme complex “cytochrome P450” is responsible for the metabolism of over half of the drugs on the market today. These liver enzymes also metabolize CBD and Prednisone. CBD and Prednisone Drug Interactions …
Ready to buy your first CBD product but are not sure what to look out for? Buying CBD can be confusing because of the large variation in products that are available, the different methods used to formulate and produce them, and the different requirements of each state. Indeed, there is much to look for before …
A cannabis vaporizer may also be called a vape pen, dry herb vape, CBD vape, or weed vape. These are different from the vaporizers that are used to vape nicotine. Some cross-over devices do exist, but vaping weed or CBD vs nicotine e-juice requires different temperature settings and coil materials. Luckily, there are many types …
Learn all about the terpenes found in Plain Jane hemp flower- what they are, what strains have which, and what terpenes do.
Sex is a normal and healthy human function, but some individuals face intimate challenges that can be hard to talk about. In researching CBD and sex and cannabis and sex, you will find a lot of claims on the internet. Many people are wondering if natural products like CBD and cannabis for sex can have …
Smoking hemp is just like smoking weed, but without the high. Likewise, smoking hemp cigarettes is just like smoking a cigarette without nicotine. The substance is different but the process is the same. There are key differences despite the similarities of how hemp is smoked. But why are people smoking hemp in the first place? …
Cannabis is becoming a major subject of discussion around the world and is the subject of much ongoing research. Many studies have reported positive effects of cannabis for some medical purposes. This trend has triggered public interest in the possibility of using cannabis for cancer.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal regulation that protects the rights of individuals with disabilities. The fact that the ADA exists shows how important it is to consider the needs of the disabled. Many are wondering if CBD helps people with disabilities, and many also seek to capitalize on their needs. There …
Drug and alcohol addiction are chronic disorders that have both biological and environmental contributing factors. Addiction is incredibly difficult to treat because there are few effective medications, high rates of relapse and because addiction itself is a multifaceted condition. New and innovative approaches to treating addiction like CBD for addiction are of great interest but …
Are you one of the many individuals in the US experiencing depression? You’re not alone. Everyone has experienced these mental pathologies at least once in their life even though some cases are severe. Many people have an interest in CBD for depression and anxiety because often medications and traditional treatments fail to control mood disorder …
Cannabis-derived CBD hemp products can be seen in local stores and retail outlets throughout the US. This recent development, powered by Farm bill of 2018, made the products of hemp that contain cannabidiol (CBD) widely available to the public. Although cannabis legalization is still controversial, critics must understand that the hemp plant and its derivatives …
Cannabis is a uniquely diverse plant with three species and innumerable hybrids, of these hemp stands out as the type of Cannabis sativa that will not get you high. While other cannabis varieties contain levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) that can create intoxication, hemp is especially low in THC and rich in other cannabinoids like cannabidiol …
