As the new kid on the marijuana scene, live resin is relatively unfamiliar to both casual and seasoned recreational tokers and medical marijuana patients. Since this potent cannabis concentrate is quickly becoming a fan favorite, let’s dig in and see what the hype is about. What is Live Resin? In the world of cannabis concentrates,… Continue reading Live Resin: What is It, and How to Use It?
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.
Puff Profile: Patient Care Specialist Marc Mercado
It’s been a minute since we published a Puff Profile, and we are returning hot featuring Marc Mercado. Marc is relatively new to the cannabis industry and has been a Patient Care Specialist at the EarthMed Rosemont, IL, marijuana dispensary since 2022. Before joining the EarthMed family, Marc was in the restaurant industry – making… Continue reading Puff Profile: Patient Care Specialist Marc Mercado
How to Read Cannabis Labels
The first time you wander into a marijuana dispensary, you may be overwhelmed by the colors, shapes, and designs on hundreds of different cannabis products. Looking at any one of these cannabis labels comes with its own form of information overload, as you see stats about weight, batch number, cultivator, and other words you can’t… Continue reading How to Read Cannabis Labels
Marijuana Detox: Should You Take a T-Break to Weed Detox?
While many people use marijuana regularly, others may need to detox from marijuana for various reasons, such as for a job application, to improve health, or to reduce tolerance. Understanding what marijuana detox and tolerance breaks entail can help you make an informed decision about whether they are right for you. What is Marijuana Detox?… Continue reading Marijuana Detox: Should You Take a T-Break to Weed Detox?
Does Weed Expire? Beware the Old and the Mold
There’s nothing quite like opening up a jar of fresh weed to settle in with on an evening. But what happens when you reach into the back of your drawer and you find some buds that slipped your mind? Everyone will forget where they hid their stash at some point, but is old weed safe… Continue reading Does Weed Expire? Beware the Old and the Mold
Cannabis Consumption by Country
With the recent flux of cannabis legalization in the United States and across the world, longtime enthusiasts and new users are taking to the leaf. Weed is slowly becoming available to use, own, and sell in certain states and territories within a country, with varying levels of legality for medical and recreational use. While you’re… Continue reading Cannabis Consumption by Country
CBD Topical THC Cream
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
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