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What Is Sativa?

What is sativa? What is cannabis? What are the benefits of sativa? What are the disadvantages of sativa? These are all questions cannabis consumers often ask. When it comes to the cannabis plant there is a lot to learn. One common question cannabis consumers will get asked when they go to a dispensary is if…

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THC vs THCA: What’s The Difference?

Cannabis is being used worldwide on a recreational basis studied from medicinal value and has been something humans have interacted with since ancient times. Most people have heard a little bit about cannabinoids and how they are the chemical compounds in the cannabis plant that produce different effects. Products containing cannabidiol, or CBD, a cannabinoid…

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What is Kush?

Kush cannabis is a potent cannabis strain that has been used for centuries. In fact, the earliest known records of its use date back to 3,000 BC in India and 2,700 BC in China. The name “Kush” is derived from the Hindu-Arabic word for cannabis. Kush cannabis is known for its medicinal properties and is…

What Is Kief

What Is Kief

There are a lot of terms that get thrown around when it comes to cannabis, and it can be tricky to understand what all of them mean. One such term is kief, also often spelled keef, this blog is going to explain what kief is and cover some basic information about what it can be…

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What is THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)? 

THC is the most abundant cannabinoid in weed, it is the compound that causes psychoactive effects. Parts of or products from the Cannabis sativa plant that contains significant levels of tetrahydrocannabinol are referred to as “marijuana” (THC). THC is also the active ingredient in marijuana that has the most impact on a person’s mental state….

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What Are Cannabis Terpenes?

Have you ever wondered why cannabis smells the way it does? The answer lies in the presence of compounds known as terpenes. But what are terpenes? Terpenes, also known as terpenoids or isoprenoids, are the largest group of naturally occurring compounds in the cannabis plant. Terpenes are classified as monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, diterpenes, and triterpenes. These…

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What is a dab pen?

What is dabbing?  Dabbing in the world of cannabis refers to the inhalation of a vaporized cannabis extract concentrate, using a dab pen or dab rig. (Dabbing also refers to a popular dance move.) Dabbing has been around for quite some time, however, has recently started gaining in popularity. Dabbing concentrates that are of high…

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How Strong Is Your Cannabis Edible – THC Edible Dosage Chart 

Cannabis edibles are becoming a very popular way for people to consume marijuana. Knowing the basics about how strong a marijuana edible can be is advisable before trying one, use our handy edible dosage chart to find what is right for you. From sweet to savory there is something for about every palate. Choices include…