As an avid reader of the EarthMed blog, you already know that THC and CBD are two of the most well-known cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant and that both have been shown to have a number of potential health benefits. You probably also know that THC is the psychoactive cannabinoid that is responsible for… Continue reading CBD Topical THC Cream
Author: Canna Randa
Canna Randa has been a cannabis evangelist for as long as she can remember. She grew up with a hippie/biker dad and plant-loving mom and always knew the extraordinary benefits of using marijuana medically and recreationally. When cannabis became legal in Illinois, Canna Randa rejoiced and promptly became an EarthMed medical patient. Besides the sticky icky, Canna Randa loves to travel, as well as being outside, meditating, doing energy work on her chakras, and spending time with her family.
Trichomes on Weed: What are Trichomes
If you have been keeping an eye on our posts, you may have heard us talking about trichomes before. Not only a wonderful reason to keep your keif but also one of the benefits of smoking sticky weed, trichomes are a hot topic. But what are trichomes? Trichomes, literally named after the Greek word for… Continue reading Trichomes on Weed: What are Trichomes
Can You Freeze Edibles?
Every cannabis enthusiast’s worst nightmare is opening up their jar of edibles and finding that they’ve expired. But it’s not your fault. Sometimes you’ll have a really busy week, or you may have spent some time away from home on a vacation. It simply can’t be helped! Luckily, there are ways to prevent your edibles… Continue reading Can You Freeze Edibles?
CBD vs THC: Why Not Both
We’ve given you information about CBG (Cannabigerol) and filled you in on how THC feeds your endocannabinoid system. Now it’s time to dive into the intriguing world of comparing CBD vs THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol). Note: For this post, I am writing about CBD and THC flower, not concentrates. These two products vary wildly, and it’s easier… Continue reading CBD vs THC: Why Not Both
New Year, New Me: Incorporating Cannabis Tincture into Your Wellness Routine
It’s the “new year, new me” time of year when we all start making resolutions to be better people. When the clock strikes midnight on January 1st, we promise to eat healthier, exercise more, grow more mindful, listen better, appreciate our blessings, and be better parents, partners, siblings, employees, etc. What does “new year, new… Continue reading New Year, New Me: Incorporating Cannabis Tincture into Your Wellness Routine
A Brief History of Cannabis Consumption
The rapid growth of cannabis culture in the last 60 years (ever more so in the last 20) is exciting when considering the complete history of marijuana. Many young tokers may think that our history started in the last 100 years, but evidence suggests that parts of the marijuana plant have been used since ancient… Continue reading A Brief History of Cannabis Consumption
How is Weed Used With Oils?
When hearing the phrase “cannabis oil,” dozens of different products may pop into your head. Different types of weed-based oils are extremely popular among marijuana enthusiasts, as there are simply so many ways to use them. Continued innovation has produced cannabis oils that can be smoked, cooked, and even applied for skin care. This list… Continue reading How is Weed Used With Oils?
Is Marijuana a Gateway Drug & Other Marijuana Myths
Growing up in the age of Drug Abuse Resistance Education (more commonly known as D.A.R.E.), the war on drugs was successful in that it made me (and most others in my generation) terrified of marijuana. As a teen and young adult seeing trusted adults in my life benefit from using marijuana medically, I began to… Continue reading Is Marijuana a Gateway Drug & Other Marijuana Myths
How to Sober Up From Weed
When smoking marijuana, either recreationally or medically, sometimes you can overdo it and get too high. An uncomfortable high is called a green out, and we have previously talked about what to do when you get too high on pot and how to handle a green out here. But what about when you just don’t… Continue reading How to Sober Up From Weed
8 of the Most Popular Landrace Strains
Updated on June 7, 2024 All of the modern-day cannabis hybrids you see available at dispensaries are ancestors of the original landrace strains. This introduction of landrace strains being crossbred really took off in the 1970s. See our previous post, That ’70s Strain: 9 Groovy Hippie Strains Still Popular Today. What Are Landrace Strains? Landrace… Continue reading 8 of the Most Popular Landrace Strains