For many people with PTSD, daily tasks – such as getting out of bed, showering, or taking care of yourself – is a struggle.

Luckily, a new study has found that long-term cannabis use can make you 2.5 times more likely to recover, allowing users the chance to improve their quality of life.

In this guide, we’ll discuss the health benefits of using cannabis to overcome PTSD. We’ll also talk about the best ways to use it so you can begin the healing process.

 

What is PTSD?

PTSD is short for post-traumatic stress disorder. It’s a condition that occurs when a person experiences something terrifying or traumatic and has trouble recovering from it.

A personal with PTSD may experience extreme anxiety and flashbacks about the event that they witnessed, which may include witnessing a death or murder, being in combat, or an attack or unwanted sexual encounter.

PTSD may cause the individual to relive the emotional and physical reactions they had when they first experienced the event. Symptoms may last for months or years and they may not be able to function at a normal level due to increased anxiety or depression. 

To be diagnosed with PTSD, an adult must experience all of the following for at least one month:

• One or more re-experiencing symptoms, such as having a flashback (reliving the trauma all over again and experiencing the same rapid heartbeat, sweating, fear, etc.), bad dreams, or scary thoughts
• One or more avoidance symptoms, such as staying away or avoiding certain places, events, or objects that remind the person of the event; or avoiding feelings and thoughts related to the traumatic event
• Two or more arousal and reactivity symptoms, such as having angry outbursts, experiencing difficulty sleeping, feeling tense or on edge, or becoming easily startled
• Two or more mood and cognition symptoms, such as loss of interest in activities that once were enjoyable, having distorted feelings (blame or guilt), feeling negative about the world or oneself, and having trouble remembering key features of the stressful event

Many treatments and therapies are available to help cope with PTSD, such as anti-depressant medications or medications to help treat sleep disorders. However, many of these medications can lead to unwanted side effects that can worsen the condition or reduce your quality of life.

How Does Cannabis Improve PTSD?

Research shows that cannabis is a more natural way to help treat PTSD – and the best part is that it’s highly effective. Not to mention, cannabis offers other health benefits, too.

According to one study, long-term cannabis users were 2.57 times more likely to no longer meet the standards or qualify for a PTSD diagnosis when compared to those who did not use weed, including that cannabis may be used as a natural way to treat PTSD.

Researchers noted that weed helped users dramatically reduce their PTSD symptoms, which may include flashbacks about the event, negative thoughts, anxiety, and sleeping problems.

Users in this study were observed for one year and accessed every three months. This data suggests that using weed long-term may be the key to finally overcoming PTSD symptoms, especially if you have tried other medications without success.

So, how does it work? According to one study, cannabinoids reduce activity in the part of the brain associated with fear and our response to threats called the amygdala.

Additional research shows that weed helps us forget about traumatic memories – or ones that may paralyze us with fear and contribute to PTSD.

Weed is also extremely relaxing. It helps alleviate anxiety and promotes restful sleep – two symptoms that many people with PTSD experience daily.

How To Use Cannabis For PTSD

If you have been diagnosed with PTSD, then it’s important that you work closely with your doctor and follow his or her medical directions.

There are several ways you can use weed to help cope with PTSD. Many people find that the quickest and most effective way to administer weed is to smoke or vape it. This allows the medicinal compounds to enter your bloodstream quickly and provide stronger relief.

You can also use cannabis edibles if you are looking for longer relief. Some research shows that edibles can help keep you buzzed for much longer than smoking or vaping.

Timing is also important. If you notice that you start to experience symptoms of PTSD at night, then you may want to smoke an hour or so before bed to help you sleep and calm your mind.

However, using weed throughout the day in the form of tinctures, oils, and even THC syrup can also provide relief when you need it, so be sure to always carry some with you for when symptoms pop up.

Final Thoughts

PTSD affects many people to the point where operating in a normal capacity is no longer doable. Research shows that weed can help reduce the symptoms of PTSD – and may even help you overcome the disorder altogether.

For best results, work closely with your doctor as weed may interact with other medications you may be taking for PTSD. Try smoking or vaping weed when paralyzing thoughts come on – or enjoy edibles for a longer-lasting high to help provide more long-term relief.

If you are using cannabis to help cope with symptoms of PTSD, let us know in the comments below. We would love to hear how cannabis is working for you!

Let’s face it – everyone can benefit from getting better sleep at night. If you’re constantly tired throughout the day, struggle to concentrate, sick all the time, or can’t seem to lose weight, then you may need more restorative sleep at night.

If you’re using cannabis at night, then you may already be experiencing better sleep. But you can take your results one step further by focusing on either THC or CBD.

In this guide, we’ll discuss why restorative sleep is so important for health and how THC and/or CBD can help you get there.

Why Is Sleep Important?

Lots of things happen in your body when you sleep – your body and brain don’t just shut down during this time. Your internal organs and bodily processes are hard at work repairing themselves.

In fact, sleep is needed for all aspects of your health and body, in one way or another – whether it be to balance energy levels, support molecular processes, or provide intellectual support.

You do not function at your best when you’re tired. Sleep helps you have quicker reflexes, better focus and attention to detail, and clearer thought processes. Research shows that people who sleep better operate at a different level than people who don’t.

This is because sleep isn’t just essential for the brain. It affects every tissue and cell in our bodies, including growth, development, stress hormones, immune health, appetite, weight, breathing, blood pressure, and heart health.

Studies show that lack of sleep increases the risk of heart disease, infections, diabetes, and obesity. It also helps control cortisol levels so you don’t feel as stressed out during the day.

As you sleep throughout the night, your blood pressure and breathing rate rise and fall, which is a process that is important for heart health.

Also, your body releases hormones that help your cells repair themselves and control how you use spare energy. These hormones can even affect your weight by increasing or decreasing leptin levels – the hormone that helps control appetite.

Proper sleep is also needed to regulate insulin levels, which can affect your weight and how your body stores spare energy.

Additionally, sleep can also control how your immune system response to vaccinations, making them either more effective or less effective.

Can Weed Help You Sleep?

To achieve restorative sleep, you need to aim for four to five sleep cycles each night. This includes periods of deep sleep and rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. Adults need between seven and eight hours of sleep at night, but this isn’t always easy to get.

Factors such as stress, anxiety, chronic pain, and depression can make it hard for us to fall asleep and stay asleep. While there are things you can do to improve sleep at night – such as going to bed and waking up at the same time every day – many people turn to weed to help fall asleep and stay asleep.

Research shows that cannabis can help you sleep better because it has a modulatory effect on serotonin and adenosine production, which can help you feel more relaxed, content, and sleepy.

Cannabis can also help control your breathing and put you in a relaxed state, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep. However, there are some key differences between the effects of THC and CBD on sleep.

According to one study, CBD may have potential therapeutic actions for the treatment of insomnia. The authors found that THC may help decrease the amount of time that it takes you to fall asleep. THC may also reduce nightmares associated with PTSD and help improve sleep among patients with chronic pain

Another study found that the sedative effects of THC may help promote sleep because it increases metabolism in the prefrontal brain region to alleviate insomnia, but that heavy marijuana use may lead to more sleep disturbances.

Remember that when trying to determine whether THC or CBD is better for you, keep in mind that everyone had a different reaction to weed. It all boils down to how your endocannabinoid system works – and this may vary depending on several factors, including what method you use, the time of day you use weed, and even stress or underlying inflammation.

For example, you might find that even though CBD helps promote balance and calmness, it’s the THC that you need to get to sleep where your body can successfully restore itself.

Here are some ways you can use weed to help boost restorative sleep at night:

• Try adding a drop of THC or CBD tincture under the tongue before bed
• Take a few puffs of an Indica strain at night to promote relaxation without feeling overly sedated
• Consume or ingest weed about an hour before bed to help regulate the body’s natural sleep cycle so you can fall asleep naturally
• Avoid high THC strains at night if you feel overly stressed and anxious as this may worsen these thoughts
• Consult your Dr before mixing cannabis with other sleep medications.

Final Thoughts

Cannabis is an effective way to help get more restorative sleep, which is needed for all aspects of health, including better immune health, mood and cognition, weight and blood sugar control, and more.

While there are many things you can do to help you sleep better, many people find relief when they smoke weed at night.

Research shows that while THC will help you fall asleep faster, CBD is the compound to focus on if you want better long-term restorative sleep.

Do you consume Cannabis to help get a better night’s sleep? Let us know in the comments below!

 

If you think smoking weed is relaxing, then we strongly encourage you to try a weed bath, especially if you’re looking for other ways to promote total mind and body zen after a long day. Cannabis does wonders for your skin. It contains soothing, anti-inflammatory benefits that can help improve dry skin, eczema, psoriasis, and more. It also helps with achy muscles and joints.

In this guide, we’ll explain the health benefits of a weed bath and how to take one, including the best products to ensure you get the ultimate relaxation experience from your “me” time.

What is a Weed Bath?

A weed bath refers to soaking in bath water that has been infused with cannabis. You can take a weed bath by adding cannabis oils, tinctures, or bath salts to hot water and sitting in it.

Research shows that cannabis has numerous benefits for the skin. Taking a bath in cannabis is an excellent way to deliver weed’s health benefits directly to your skin and achy muscles.

According to one study, CBD can help moisturize and heal the skin. It also has a positive effect on sebocytes, which are the cells that create sebum and contribute to the production of acne.

Specifically, the study authors stated that the endocannabinoid system regulates several processes that control cell growth and function, and that CBD contains anti-inflammatory and other actions on human sebocytes that prevent excess oil production to control acne.

Another study found that cannabis contains anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties that can help treat skin infections. Thanks to its soothing anti-inflammatory properties, CBD can also help with dryness and redness to control the symptoms of psoriasis and red, bumpy, or itchy skin.

If you have sore, achy muscles or joints, then a weed bath can help with that, too. Research shows that CBD can be used topically to soothe sore muscles, which can help you recover from a tough exercise session – or even painful inflammatory conditions, such as MS and arthritis.

According to one study, transdermal cannabis reduces inflammation and pain in animals with arthritis, indicating that cannabis may be absorbed through the skin to provide benefits.

Taking a bath with cannabis also helps quiet the mind. According to one study, consuming CBD helps promote calmness by reducing a person’s fear response and reducing social anxiety.

 

Does A Cannabis Bath Get You High?

If you take a bath with CBD-infused products only, then – no, it will not get you high. This is because CBD is a non-psychoactive compound, meaning it doesn’t get you high.

Taking a bath with THC will likely not make you feel high either; there is limited research to show that THC enters through your skin by itself, meaning that you may need a carrier oil to help. According to one study, adding oil as a permeation enhancer helped keep THC metabolites in the bloodstream of rats for 24 hours, suggesting that THC can be absorbed through the skin but only when mixed with the right oils to aid with absorption.

This is because CBD and THC are lipophilic compounds, meaning that they are better absorbed in the presence of fat, like the ones you’d find in healthy oil.

Most research shows that cannabis doesn’t penetrate the skin deeply enough to reach your bloodstream, meaning that you won’t feel high from a weed bath.

Potential Side Effects of a Weed Bath

Cannabis products tend to be gentle and easy on the skin because of their unique antioxidant, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory compounds. Most people who take weed baths find that cannabis improves their skin conditions.

However, if you have overly sensitive skin or you suffer from a serious skin condition, then you may not be able to tolerate a cannabis bath. Be sure to stop using any product that may be contributing to a rash, dry skin, or the worsening of your current skin condition.

How To Take A Weed Bath

There are several ways you can enjoy a weed bath. You can add cannabis oil, tinctures, or bath bombs to hot water and allow to infuse before hopping in and taking a soak.

We recommend using a bath shell from Mermaid For You. One shell contains 1,00 mg of CBD as well as other beneficial compounds to enhance skin and immune health, pull toxins from your system, reduce pain, and lift your spirits, such as essential oils, vitamins A, C, and E, healthy oils, and salts.

They come in various fragrances – each contains specific nutrients that provide specific benefits, such as alleviating headaches, nausea, inflammation, sore muscles, and dry or irritated skin.

Add one shell to hot water and soak for 30 minutes after a long day, hard workout, or when skin becomes dry due to cold weather. Shop the collection of Mermaid For You bath shells here!

Final Thoughts

Taking a weed bath is a great way to relax, reduce inflammation, improve skin disorders, and even boost immune and digestive health. Research shows that cannabis provides a therapeutic effect when used topically or inhaled, making a weed bath the perfect way to end your day.

We recommend adding a Mermaid For You bath shell to a hot tub of water, allowing it to infuse, and then soaking for 30 minutes to alleviate muscle tensions and pain, soothe inflamed skin and joints, or just relax and clear your mind.

Have you enjoyed the benefits of a weed bath? Share your experience in the comments below.

Fall Cannabis Recipes to Warm the Heart

The hot summer sun has made way for the upcoming sweater days and bright, turning leaves. As we begin the transition into winter and the colder months, hot drinks and comforting fall foods begin to call to us. I have included some of my favourite cannabis-infused recipes to be eaten in knit sweaters and warm socks.

How To Make Canna Butter

Almost every cannabis-infused recipe starts off with this dreamy butter so I suggest starting with a nice batch to get you going. It stores well in the fridge for about a month so making a slightly larger batch could work if you want to try a few different recipes (I know you do).

Ingredients:

-1 cup Butter
-1cup Decarboxylated Cannabis (This is an important but very simple part of the process. If you don’t decarboxylate your marijuana before adding it you will have a less effective, bitter mess of a canna-butter. Just grind your green buds coarsely and bake in the oven for about 45 minutes at
275 F.)
-1 cup Water

Instructions:

1. Bring 1 cup of water and 1 cup of water to a light simmer until the butter is fully melted.
2. Add the decarboxylated flowers to the butter and simmer for 2-3 hours. Keep the heat low to protect the integrity of the final product, stirring occasionally.
3. When your THC butter is finished simmering, strain it through a cheesecloth into a storage jar. Don’t get too rough with the cheesecloth and start squeezing your flowers or it may add some unwanted bitterness.
4. Put your jar of melted butter into the fridge and wait until the butter sits on top of the excess water. Separate them and voila! Cannabis-infused butter for our groovy recipes.

Cannabis Caramel Apples

Now that we have our canna-butter we can hop right into these comforting recipes that will have you dreaming of pumpkin patches and hot mugs of cocoa by a fire. This first ooey-gooey caramel recipe takes me to fall fairs and packs a dreamy punch of THC.

Ingredients:

-6 of Your Favorite Apples
-1/3 Cup of Cannabis Butter (If you want the medicinal effects of this magical plant without the buzz then feel free to use CBD oil with a THC-free butter)
-3/4 Cup of Brown Sugar
-1/3 Cup of Corn Syrup
-1/3 Cup of Sweetened Condensed Milk
-2 Tsp of Vanilla Extract
-Toppings! I like my caramel apples simple but this is where you can have fun and get creative. Coat the outside of your apples with nuts, candy, sprinkles; really anything you want.
-Popsicle Sticks
-Parchment Paper

Instructions:

1. Stick the popsicle sticks into your chosen apples and take turns dipping them in a pot of boiling water for about 5 seconds. This will remove any waxy skin residue. Dry them off with a towel and put them aside for later.
2. Melt the butter with the brown sugar, corn syrup, and condensed milk over medium-high heat until it begins to boil. Make sure to stir consistently so that the bottom doesn’t burn and ruin your caramel.
3. Cook the caramel on medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until your candy thermometer hits 248 F. Your mixture should be nice and thick at this point.
4. Remove your caramel from the heat and stir in vanilla.
5. Now that your delicious mixture is ready it’s time to dip the apples. If you’re adding topping make sure to roll them in while the caramel is still warm. Place all the apples onto parchment paper until they cool down.
6. Each fall treat will contain about 40mg of THC. Could these be just the things to cause a “buzz” at your next fall party?

Cannabis Thanksgiving Yams

Delicious, spiced yams covered with marshmallows are one of my favourite dinner items at my grandmother’s Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts. She hasn’t been known to use cannabis, yet, but this is a great recipe to help you create a large enough appetite to get your fill of these favourites.

Ingredients:

-4 Large Sweet Potatoes or Yams
-1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
-1/2 Cup All-Purpose Flour
-1/2 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
-1/8 Tsp Ground Nutmeg
-1/4 Tsp Salt
-2 Tbsp Chilled Canna-Butter
-1/3 Cup Toasted, Chopped Pecans
-1/3 Cup Mini Marshmallows

Instructions:

1. Bake your Yams for about 40 minutes at 375 F. When you can easily poke them through with a fork they are finished.
2. Next is the topping which will really take these once-healthy root vegetables to the next level (holidays aren’t about healthy foods, obviously). Mix the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt until they’re combined.
3. Cut up the cold canna-butter and mix into your sugar-spice mixture with a fork. This should look like bread crumbs when you’re done with it. Stir in the pecans and move to the side for later.
4. When your potatoes are cooked through take them out of the oven and slice them down the middle lengthwise. Stuff the potatoes generously with your crumb mixture and bake for another 15 minutes.
5. When the sugar and butter are bubbling, add the mini marshmallows and bake for 6 minutes.
6. When your marshmallow is gooey and brown, remove them from the oven. These snacks are best served immediately.

Stoners Paradise Pumpkin Pie

Don’t even try to tell me that the first thing you think about during that early fall breeze isn’t delicious, savoury pumpkin pie. The second the clock hit midnight on the first day of autumn I was at the store buying tinned pumpkin puree and rolling out pie crust. This recipe will tick all of the boxes and leave you wanting more.

Ingredients:

-2 Large Eggs
-1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
-1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar
-2 Tbsp Canna-Butter
-2 Cans Pumpkin Puree
-1 Can Evaporated Milk
-2 Tsp Pumpkin Spice
-Pie Crust (Store-bought or homemade both work)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 340 F while you prepare the pie.
2. Beat together the eggs and sugar until it’s nice and fluffy.
3. Add the canna-butter, pumpkin, milk, and spices and mix well.
4. Pour your spiced pumpkin mixture into the pie crust and bake for about an hour.
5. The pie should rise and then settle while it’s cooling so don’t be alarmed if it has a dome top after you pull it out.
6. Top with whipped cream or ice cream and serve.

Have any of you cozy readers made any of these heart-warming fall recipes? Tell us about
your experience in the comments!

10 Interesting Weed Facts and Canadian Statistics You Probably Didn’t Know

Everyone loves some good weed trivia! We’ve put together a list of fun and interesting facts even the most experienced cannabis consumer may not know.

For example, did you know that you have endocannabinoid receptors in your internal organs? Or that eating edibles can make you stay high for up to12 hours, depending on the dose?

Read on to learn more facts about cannabis, including when it was first used and how Canadians are enjoying it today.

1. Cannabis use dates back 5,000 years ago

We know that people have been using weed for hundreds of years as holistic medicine, but some evidence indicates that weed use dates back 5,000 years ago to ancient times in what is now known as Romania.

Another study found that THC and cannabis were first used medically around 400 a.d. In the United States, cannabis was widely used as a patent medicine in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Weed was banned in Canada in 1923 and became legal in 2018. Despite this, a 2012 study found that approximately 43 percent of Canadians claimed to have used weed at some point before it became legal.

2. Endocannabinoids are located throughout the body

You may know that cannabis works because it contains cannabinoids that bind to endocannabinoid receptors in the body, but did you know that they are located everywhere?

Endocannabinoid receptors are located in your nervous system, connective tissues, immune cells, glands, and even your internal organs.

Your endocannabinoid system plays an important role in helping your body achieve homeostasis. Specifically, it regulates processes that have been described as ‘eat, sleep, relax, protect, and forget.’

The endocannabinoid system both plays a role in the development of many disorders as well as providing a protective function in certain conditions.

If you experience fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, migraines, depression, Multiple Sclerosis, Huntington’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, chronic motion sickness, or anorexia, then it may be due to clinical endocannabinoid deficiency syndrome.

3. High doses of CBD – not just THC – may cause sedation

Most people associate THC with the sedative feeling they get when they smoke weed while CBD is considered to be non-psychoactive.

However, research shows that you can experience a similar sedative effect by taking 150–600 mg per day of oral CBD.

Researchers noted that this amount of CBD is beneficial for coping with social anxiety disorders, epilepsy, and insomnia.

4. Vaping might be healthier than smoking weed

Smoking is the most common way to use cannabis, but research shows that vaporization provides similar effects to smoking while also decreasing the exposure to the byproducts of smoking, including possible carcinogens. This can help reduce the risk of respiratory conditions.

So, if you enjoy smoking but are worried about any possible side effects, then consider switching to vaping.

5. Edibles can make you feel high for 8-10 hours

When you use different forms of cannabis, such as edibles vs. smoking, you can expect different results, such as the amount of time it takes to feel high and how long the results will last.

Research shows that smoking weed causes you to feel high within 5 to 30 minutes and may last two to three hours. Edibles tend to kick in within 30 to 90 minutes and, on average, the high will last six to eight hours. However, some consumers have reported feeling high for as many as 10 to 12 hours when consuming edible cannabis products, depending on the dose.

6. Eating raw weed does not get you high

Smoking weed gets you high, but eating raw weed does not. This is because cannabis contains inactive compounds until it goes through a process known as decarboxylation, which activates the compounds in weed that get you high.

Without being exposed to heat or light during the smoking or baking process, eating raw weed is unlikely to get you high. However, there are still many benefits of consuming raw weed.

It’s high in many antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that may be affected by the heating process. Juicing raw cannabis or using it in a smoothie is a popular way to take advantage of the plentiful nutrients in the cannabis plant.

7. More Canadian men use cannabis than women

Who loves weed more – men or women? According to the Canadian Cannabis Survey 2020, men reported higher use of weed than women within the past year.

Also, the number of people who reported using weed within the past 12 months was double among those who were born in Canada (31 percent) compared to those who were not born in Canada (15 percent).

When asked if their cannabis use had changed during the past year due to the pandemic, 56 percent of Canadians stated that their use had stayed the same while 22 percent reported using more and another 22 percent stated they had used less.

The report also found that younger people were more likely to use weed during the pandemic to relax (73 percent), fight boredom (65 percent), and reduce stress and anxiety (53 percent).

8. Canada has weed-friendly hotels and cabins you can stay at

You can enjoy an adult-only retreat complete with amenities and cannabis at Sir Sam’s Inn and Spa located in Haliburton Highlands. It’s the perfect weekend getaway for weed lovers who want to enjoy a weekend connecting with nature.

Here are some other 420-friendly places you can stay in Canada:

• Birchwood Camp located in Burk’s Falls, Ontario – they have six lakefront cabins and tents you can rent
• Parks Creek Retreat situated on 18 acres of forest alongside the serene Parks Creek
• Smokey Pines located in Thedford, Ontario – they have cabins, a cottage, and a modular home for rent
• Beaver River Retreat located on the Beaver River – they even provide vaporizers

9. Cannabis could help make you a more creative entrepreneur

According to a recent study, cannabis may be able to help you generate a business idea that could allow you to become your own boss.

The researchers found that cannabis-using entrepreneurs came up with more original business ideas than non-cannabis users, but they may be less feasible. Hey, it never hurts to dream, right?

10. More people use weed in the summer and fall
    

According to a report from New York University, cannabis use increases throughout the year. Approximately 13 percent more people on average end the year with weed compared to the beginning of the year where usage is scarce.

The researchers found that marijuana use peaks in late fall or early winter before dropping off during the beginning of January, likely due to ‘Dry January’ when many people stop drinking alcohol and using weed as part of their New Year’s resolutions.

But if you ask us – we say there is never a bad time to use! What do you think? Let us know in the comments below.

How Cannabis Can Help Save The Bees

Here’s something we bet you never thought you’d have in common with a bee – we all love weed!

However, unlike humans who use weed recreationally or even possibly as holistic medicine to reduce pain and anxiety, bees need cannabis as a critical source of nutrition.

As a weed user, it’s important to continue to support businesses that grow hemp and cannabis to reduce the killing off of bees.

Read on to learn more about what you can do to support your buzz – and that of the bees.

Study Finds That Industrial Hemp Provides Nutrition for Bees

Humans aren’t the only species who love weed. According to a study published in Environmental Entomology, industrial hemp from the Cannabis sativa plant provides a critical nutrition source for 16 different bee species.

The study stated that hemp – an exclusively wind-pollinated crop – does not produce nectar, but instead produces an abundance of pollen among floral dearth agricultural landscapes.

Study authors conducted their research by visiting hemp flower farms that varied both in phenotypic traits of hemp and landscape type.

They found that landscape simplifications negatively impact the number of bees that visited hemp flowers, but it did not seem to affect the richness of the community.

Plant height also mattered, with bees favouring taller crops. The researchers found that plant height was strongly linked to the bee’s species richness and abundance, and that hemp plots with taller plants attracted a wider diversity of bee species.

The researchers concluded the study by stating that hemp has the potential to provide a critical nutritional resource for a wide variety of bees during a time of floral scarcity, due to its ability to provide temporary unique flowers.

The authors also concluded that hemp’s role in creating a rich diversity of bees may help sustain pollination services for other crops in the same area as well. So, by helping the bees thrive, it benefits other crops in the area, which benefits all of us!

Why Is It Important To Save The Bees?

Even though we may run away screaming when one is near us (in fear of being stung), bees are actually more friend than foe.

Research shows that they play a critical role in maintaining our ecosystem because they are “nature’s best pollinators”.

In fact, 90 percent of wild flowering plants rely on bees and other animal pollinators, and without them, these plants will die off, which can affect the wildlife that relies on these flowers for food.

However, bees are experiencing a severe shortage of the nectar and pollen they need to thrive, and they are dying off at an alarming rate.

According to a recent report, beekeepers report that they lose 29 percent of their honeybee colonies each winter on average – some lose up to 40 percent.

Research shows that this loss is twice the amount that is considered economically tolerable. Additionally, wild bee populations are also declining due to bee-killing pesticides, disease, an ever-changing climate, and the loss of suitable habitat for them.

Luckily, there are several things humans can do to help preserve our bee colonies, including ceasing the use of bee-killing pesticides in agriculture and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.

Supporting hemp and cannabis farmers is just one way to save the bees – and enjoy a high that all of us can enjoy.

How To Choose Weed That Ensures Bee Safety

The study authors who found that hemp may be a sustainable source of nutrition for bees stated that we need to pay particular attention to how we grow it.

They determined that as hemp becomes more popular and more people start to grow it, we need to consider its value in supporting bee communities and take this into account when developing pest management strategies.

We – as weed consumers – can support this movement by buying premium high-quality hemp and cannabis products, which sends a clear message to policymakers that we support using hemp for bees.

Best High-Dose CBD Honey

You can also support both the cannabis and bee industries by giving cannabis-infused honey a try. Honey has long been used as a form of natural medicine before pharmaceuticals came out.

Raw honey, in general, is extremely beneficial for all types of ailments. It’s an excellent source of healing enzymes with anti-bacterial properties and prebiotics for digestive and immune health. You can use it topically for skin conditions or enjoy it as a healthy snack.

When combined with the well-established health benefits of cannabis, the combination is a winning pair that sends a clear message to both industries – we want more of this stuff!

When you’re ready to give Cannabis infused honey a try, we recommend going with High Dose Honey. It contains simple ingredients from 100 percent pure Canadian honey and cannabis.

This product is tested in an accredited laboratory to ensure safety and accurate dosing, so you know exactly what you’re getting in each bottle. You’ll get ten 30 mg doses of honey in individual packets that can be used for pain relief and to balance mood.

You can get High Dosen Honey here.

Final Thoughts

A recent study has provided some exciting news for bee lovers and weed users alike – industrial hemp can be used as a sustainable nutritional source for our dying bees.

This is beneficial because bees are needed to pollinate wildlife flowers to support our ecosystem. However, bees are dying at an alarming rate and need our help.

You can support the use of cannabis for bees by choosing pesticide-free weed that does not kill off bees. Also, consider trying cannabis-infused honey to support both industries.

Consuming CBD: 5 Different Ways

Herbal remedies are pretty prevalent in the present scenario due to the modern lifestyle and hectic schedules. If you’re trapped in the vicious cycle of work and stress, then you need the right aid to unwind and rejuvenate. For this purpose, CBD supplements prove to be the much-needed aid. You can make the most out of the therapeutic abilities of CBD via CBD extracts and edibles. Or, maybe get rid of the post-work blues with a relaxing massage with CBD balms.

Make sure to get your share of CBD supplements for a relaxing, uplifting, and energetic feeling throughout the day.

1.  CBD Oils

One of the best ways to use CBD supplements is through CBD oils. You can try the oils prepared out of alcohol extraction to bring about a sense of ease. Also, the oils are quite easy to use and can be used as a vape liquid in your vape devices. Both the quality as well as effects of the CBD oils are long-lasting and relaxing for your body. Not to forget, the extracts might add to your morning beverages and instill a better mood right away. Try adding a few drops of CBD oil under your tongue to get rid of the work stress.

CBD works on the brain receptors and interacts with multiple receptors like cannabinoid, anandamide, and 5HTA1. Such interactions enable the phytocannabinoid to control aches, soreness, inflammation, and mood swings. Grab authentic CBD oils to relax your mind after a hectic day.

2.  CBD Vape Pens & Juices

Another common method of using CBD products is by vaping flavored vape juices. If you’re a vape enthusiast, you realize the need to enjoy vape sessions for the utmost relaxation. Try to get the ideal vape juice and read more about it before diving into the sessions. Also, you can grab the vape flavours according to your preferences. From the fruity and delightful fruit vape juices to the creamy and aromatic dessert flavours, there are multiple options available. Along with this, you get to choose the variants with or without nicotine to satiate your traditional inhalation cravings.

You can find many vaporizers in the market according to your vaping requirements. While the table-top one is ideal for home usage, the oil-based vapes support an active lifestyle. Don’t forget to research the vape pens and their varieties before getting your first one.

3.  CBD Topicals

Are you experiencing skin issues due to excessive dryness or lack of moisture? For your skin-related issues, CBD topicals can be the right way to start your therapy. CBD can interact with the skin follicles and induce anti-inflammatory effects. Further, it controls the replication of the P.acnes bacteria residing in your skin cells. Such effects contribute to reducing acne breakouts and lock in moisture. You can use CBD topicals for acne, eczema, as well as inflammatory issues like dermatitis. Some effective products like balms, lotions, and creams help ward off skin troubles and nourish the skin cells.

CBD might help in controlling the free radicals in your body. As a result, it can reduce oxidative damage and promote better skin texture. Resort to CBD skincare for glowing, rejuvenating, and healthy skin. Not only will it reduce the frequency of skin issues, but it also incorporates holistic effects on your body.

4.  CBD Edibles

If you don’t like vaping or using CBD oils, you can resort to the delicious way of using CBD. Try out the diverse and nutritious edibles that satiate your taste buds with a delightful taste. Also, the munchies or gummies come packed with the essential nutrients and might help rectify your sleep issues. You can munch on the edibles as a snack instead of consuming the sugar-laden ones. It helps balance out the levels of glucose, enhances mood, and curbs painful sensations. Not to forget, you may consider CBD-infused chocolates, candies, and gums as well.

For a wholesome experience, replace your morning drinks with some CBD beverages like tea or coffee. In this way, you can amp up your dietary goals and induce wholesome wellness. You may prepare your version of CBD recipes by adding a pinch of tinctures to your meals daily.

5.  CBD Tinctures

Just like the CBD Oils, you can try another liquid form of CBD supplements as tinctures. While the oils come without any flavours, the tinctures offer diverse flavours options to amuse your palate. CBD tinctures provide a wide range of utilities to your health and well-being. Also, you can add some to your drinks or meals for better absorption and assimilation. Other than this, you can use the dropper to place a few drops under your tongue as well. Get the desired flavors and treat your body with the much-needed relaxation through CBD supplements. Don’t forget to use the tinctures after proper analysis and research on the constitution and efficacy.

Final Words

Holistic supplements offer vitality, salubrity, as well as good health in the long run. One such supplement, i.e., CBD, possesses much-needed therapeutic abilities. Also, it allows you to give up on the unhealthy ways of living and adapt to a holistic one. CBD supplements come in a variety of forms, flavours, as well as modes of administration. You can try the topical products for clear, rejuvenating, and glowing skin. Other than this, the tinctures and oils are great for daily usage or as an addition to your meals. You can try the quick way of consuming CBD through CBD munchies and edibles as well.

What’s The Difference Between Mind and Body Highs?

When you smoke weed, you expect to get high. But did you know that there are different types of highs? That’s right – you can experience a head (cerebral) high or body high from weed.

It can be hard to tell the difference between a head high and a body high if you’re new to weed, but experienced users will tell you that each has its own benefits and unique feelings.

In this guide, we’ll discuss mind and body highs, including the differences between each and whether or not there is anything you can do if you’re aiming for one over the other.

Mind High vs. Body High: What’s the Difference?

When you get high, it’s either in the form of a head high (also known as a mind or cerebral high) or a body high. So, what’s the difference?

Experienced weed users will tell you that a head high makes you feel more creative. You’ll probably start to find things funnier or become extra talkative.

On the other hand, body highs tend to make you feel tingly and relaxed, like when you take a good nap or snuggle up close to someone you love. We’ve highlighted some of the primary differences between the two.

Body highs increase your physical sensations

If your high makes you feel more relaxed and less talkative, then you are probably having a body high. Body highs make you feel more impaired and lazy and less functional. They are ideal for watching a movie on a comfortable couch or eating a yummy meal.

Mind highs put you in a different mood

Mind highs don’t make you feel as lazy. Users tend to find that a mind high lifts their spirits. These types of highs are ideal for daytime use because they allow you to remain functional with an extra boost of positivity, optimism, and energy. Some people even use controlled mind highs for working out or doing their daily activities (even work) with a twist of happiness.

Body highs help reduce pain

If your goal is to reduce physical pain from sore muscles or inflamed joints, then a body high is what you need. Body highs make you feel good physically – less pain enhanced sexual pleasure and more body sensations.

 

Mind highs help promote creativity

If you’re looking to expand yourself emotionally or creatively, then you’ll want to try for a mind high. Cerebral highs are good for social situations if you’re not particularly outgoing, yet you want to be. They help you become more talkative, and easy-going and can make you feel giggly or more social.

Mind highs can help you get over social fears and make everything seem fun. If you’re a writer, painter, or artist, then a mind high can give you that creative edge to take your work to the next level.

Tips For Getting the Type of High You Want

It’s not always easy to determine what type of high you’ll get – and there is no guarantee you’ll get the kind of high you want. Keep in mind that marijuana affects everyone differently.

However, most users find that using Sativa strains of weed can help with mind highs and Indica strains promote body highs. Some research shows that the method in which you use weed can also determine what type of high you’ll get.

For example, smoking weed allows the cannabinoids to go directly into your lungs where they enter the blood supply fairly quicker. From your lungs, they access your brain and cross the blood-brain barrier to help promote a more cerebral high.

On the other hand, edibles are associated with a body high because they need to travel through the digestive system before being absorbed into the bloodstream, which can take longer – but also stays in your system longer to provide a full-body high.

Best Strains for Mind Highs

We’ve picked out some of the best Sativa strains to give you the best mind high:

• Cherry Pie
• High Octane
• Layer Cake
• Miracle Alien Cookies
• Monkey Mints

Best Strains for Body Highs

Here are some of the best Indica strains for a body high:

• LA Kush Cake
• Ice Cream Cake 
• Death Bubba
• Layer Cake
• Bubba Kush

How To Get Out of A Mind Or High Body

If for some reason you don’t like the high you’re experiencing or it doesn’t sit right with you, then you can try to exercise your way out of it.

Some experts state that exercise can help you excrete THC from your body faster to get rid of the high feeling. However, if you’re in the middle of a strong body high, then this might be easier said than done.

If you’re using THC to self-medicate, then make sure you’re staying hydrated and keeping your electrolytes up. Some users have stated that they can work themselves out of a high by doing some jumping jacks and drinking lots of water before going out in public.

Final Thoughts

The primary difference between a mind and body high is that mind highs make you feel more creative and talkative while body highs tend to make you feel lazy, relaxed, and pain-free.

Both highs have their advantages – you can use a mind high to help you cope with social situations, whereas body highs enhance sexuality and reduce pain and sore muscles and joints.

Most users agree that smoking Sativa strains will give you the best cerebral high while consuming Indica edibles tend to promote a body high. Not having a good high? Exercise to burn through THC faster!

What is THC Syrup and How Do You Use It?

Did you know that there are countless ways to use cannabis that don’t involve smoking? THC syrup is a potent and highly effective way of using cannabis that may become your new favourite method, especially if you can’t tolerate smoking.

Not to be confused with cannabis simple syrup, THC syrup is a great way to add a little kick to your favourite drinks or cocktails. In this guide, we’ll explain what THC syrup is, how it works, and the unique ways you can add it to your daily or weekly weed routine.

What is THC Syrup?

THC syrup is a form of liquid marijuana that is made by infusing cannabis concentrate or oil with vegetable glycerine and adding some sort of sugar or another sweetener.

You can find tons of recipes for THC syrup online, and many of them claim to create a syrup that is similar to cough medicine without the ‘medicine’ flavour that often accompanies them.

THC syrup is not to be confused with ‘lean,’ which is slang for a type of cough syrup that contains codeine and promethazine. It’s often mixed in a cup with soda and candy or other sugary concoctions to create a highly intoxicating effect that makes you, well – lean sideways.

It’s important to note that THC syrup does NOT contain opiates, nor does it provide the same level of intoxication. However, that doesn’t mean you don’t need to be careful when using it.

Just like any cannabis product, it’s always best to start to slow the first time you use it and only increase your dosage after you know how it will affect you.

Why Use THC Syrup?

Like other cannabis edibles, THC syrup is a great way to use cannabis discreetly. It’s popular with weed users because 1) you don’t need to smoke it to get high and 2) it works fast.

While weed brownies or gummies may take several hours to kick in, THC syrup makes you feel high almost right away – in about a half-hour or sooner. This is because THC syrup is already partially broken down due to its semi-liquid state, meaning that it doesn’t have to go through the complete digestion process before it’s absorbed into the bloodstream.

THC syrup may take a little longer to digest than a concentrate such as CBD oil or tinctures. However, it still provides an excellent alternative to smoking to help you stay discreet while getting high.

THC Syrup vs. Smoking Weed: Which is Better?

Edibles – including THC syrup – are popular because they create a different high than vaping and smoking. When you smoke or vape weed, THC enters your bloodstream right away, making you feel high almost immediately.

However, with edibles, THC needs to travel through the digestive tract where it’s metabolized in the liver, turned into 11-hydroxy-THC, and then absorbed into the bloodstream. This is why 1) edibles take longer to get you high and 2) they produce a different high than inhaling weed.

Research shows that 11-hydroxy-THC is stronger than THC. If you were to consume a larger dose of edibles, you would know that your high takes longer to kick in, but it’s a stronger high once it does.

You can use THC syrup by mixing it into a soft drink or beverage of your choice, but keep in mind that THC syrups vary in terms of consistency. Some blend into beverages better than others. Like other edibles, beverages infused with THC syrup can provide a longer-lasting high.

Is THC Syrup Safe?

THC syrup may contain more concentrated doses of THC, and if you take too much of it or you have never used it before, it’s best to take it with caution. This is why it’s always best to start with low doses.

Also, keep in mind that mixing THC syrup with alcohol can be a bad combo. It’s a good idea to avoid mixing THC syrup with hard liquid as this may cause a highly intoxicating effect that slows down the central nervous system to slur your speech, cause balance problems, and make you feel queasy.

According to one study, mixing alcohol and marijuana can increase the risk for additive or interactive psychopharmaceutical effects. Therefore, it’s best to separate your weed use from alcohol – at least until you know what doses work for you.

How To Use THC Syrup

THC syrup provides medical benefits – such as getting high and alleviating stress – without tasting like medicine, which is desirable for many people.

You can ingest THC syrup directly from the bottle by adding a small amount to your tongue and waiting for it to be absorbed into the digestive system. You can also add a small amount to a non-alcoholic beverage, such as lemonade, and sip on it slowly.

Final Thoughts

THC syrup is another form of cannabis edibles that you can add to your daily or weekly weed intake. Like other edibles, THC syrup often takes longer to get you high, but the high lasts longer.

THC syrup is not to be confused with lean as there are no opiates or other intoxicating ingredients in it. It’s best to avoid mixing THC syrup with alcohol and use it in lemonade instead.

 

When you’re ready to give it a try, shop for THC syrup here!

Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Psilocybin

Psilocybin magic mushrooms have been around for centuries, and their reported health benefits include improvements in depression, anxiety, headaches, drug addiction, and more.

However, experts warn that magic mushrooms are psychologically more dangerous than cannabis, meaning that first-time users should exercise caution before giving it a try.

In this guide, we’ll explain what psilocybin is, the potential health benefits, how to use it, and potential side effects. Read on to learn more.

What is Psilocybin?

Psilocybin refers to the primary psychoactive compound found in a type of hallucinogenic mushrooms that are commonly referred to as “magic mushrooms.” There are over 100 different types of mushrooms that contain psilocybin.

Mushrooms that contain psilocybin have long, slim stems and caps with dark brown edges. They are commonly found in the Pacific Northwest and the Southeast. They are also abundant in Coastal regions of Canada such as PEI and British Columbia.

Magic mushrooms can also grow in South America, Central America, and Mexico. The strongest category of magic mushrooms is called Psilocybe azurescens, and it grows mainly in the Pacific Northwest.

How Does Psilocybin Work?

Psilocybin and other drugs, such as mescaline and LSD, are classified as “classic psychedelics,” meaning that they can induce changes in your thought, mood, and perception by acting as neurotransmitters in the brain.

When psilocybin enters the body, it is broken down into a substance that acts like the mood-regulating neurotransmitter serotonin called psilocin. Psilocybin activates a certain type of receptor for serotonin in the brain that triggers a psychedelic response.

Psilocybin may cause a hallucinatory effect that causes you to see things, hear things, or feel sensations that aren’t real. It can also cause you to experience synesthesia, which is a mixture of two senses, like smelling colours.

Additionally, people who have participated in psilocybin-assisted therapy have described the drug’s effects as life-changing. They claim that they experience deep insights that change the way they think about themselves.

Subjects who use psilocybin claim to have a mystical experience that has been described as being one with humanity, and these feelings usually go away once the high is over.

Health Benefits of Psilocybin

Research shows that many people have been using magic mushrooms for thousands of years. However, the compound wasn’t isolated and produced synthetically until around 1958.

It has been listed by the United States Drug Enforcement Association as a Schedule 1 Substance since 1970, which is the organization’s most restrictive category. According to the DEA, drugs in this category may be dangerous because they are considered highly addictive.

Despite this, many studies have found that psilocybin can be used to help treat depression, anxiety, addiction treatments, and more. Many researchers are calling for more studies to be done on the effectiveness of magic mushrooms on many life-altering conditions as the benefits may outweigh the risks.

Studies show that people who take psilocybin have a sharp increase in communication between brain regions that do not usually communicate with each other.

This may explain the worldly experience that people claim to have when they use it. It may also explain the quieting of thought patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, and addiction.

Potential Dangers of Psilocybin

The most commonly reported side effect of psilocybin is a bad high, which can cause feelings of fear, confusion, and anxiety. For this reason, it’s always best to use psilocybin for the first time in a comfortable environment with people you trust.

Psychedelics in general are very intoxicating compounds, and it’s hard to identify all possible side effects. Studies have shown that it may lead to increased blood pressure, and people with heart problems should talk to their doctor before taking it. Other possible side effects may include stomach cramps, vomiting, headaches, or nausea.

How To Use Psilocybin

You can take magic mushrooms in tea, dried, or raw form. You can also grind them into a powder and put them into a capsule, or coat them in chocolate to mask their bitter flavour.

Psilocybin can also be consumed like candy. The typical effects last begin about 20 to 40 minutes after consuming them, and they tend to last three to six hours.

One of the biggest concerns when using psilocybin among recreational users is accidentally consuming a poisonous mushroom. For this reason, it’s best to make sure your magic mushrooms come from a regulated and trusted source like Pure Green Express.

What Are Cannabis Terpenes And What Do They Do?

You’ve probably noticed that different strains of weed omit various aromas or make you feel differently when you use them, even if your method of delivery is the same.

This is because – in addition to cannabinoids – cannabis contains unique terpenes that are responsible for giving each plant its own smell and medicinal properties.

In this guide, we’ll explain what cannabis terpenes are, how they work, and which ones you should look for in your favourite strains of weed.

What Are Terpenes?

Terpenes are aromatic compounds found in many plants. In the wild, terpenes help protect plants from outside invaders and disease. They may also provide some of the same healing and protective benefits in humans, too.

Keep in mind that terpenes are not the same thing as terpenoids, despite being similar in name. Terpenes refer to the natural form of the compounds present in a living plant. When the plant becomes dried up, the terpenes oxidize and turn into terpenoids.

Along with THC and CBD, the two primary cannabinoids found in cannabis, terpenes give each strain of weed its own unique flavour, scent, and effects on the brain and body. However, their mechanism of action within the cannabis plant is slightly different than a cannabinoid compound.

Terpenes vs. Cannabinoids: What’s The Difference?

Both terpenes and cannabinoids work by binding to receptors within the endocannabinoid system. However, terpenes are absorbed differently than cannabinoids.

Despite this, there is research that shows that terpenes work synergistically with cannabinoids to give each strain its unique effects on users, which is known as the entourage effect.

This theory implies that terpenes either alter or enhance the effect of CBD or THC on the mind and body.

According to one study, people with epilepsy who took CBD had better results and fewer side effects than people who took purified CBD. This data suggests that other compounds in weed, such as terpenes, may alter how the body uses CBD.

Another study found that terpenes contain many benefits when used alone without cannabinoids and that they may be a form of alternative medicine.

Types of Cannabis Terpenes

Limonene

There are many different types of cannabis terpenes in the wild, but only a handful have been scientifically studied. Among them, limonene is one of the most common, due to its distinct aroma. Cannabis strains that contain limonene have a citrus or lemon-like taste and smell.

According to one study, limonene contains anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory,
 antioxidant, anti-viral, and anti-diabetic properties.
Limone also appears to modulate the way immune cells work, which can help protect against
diseases and other conditions.

Linalool

Linalool is another common type of terpene found in cannabis plants. It has a rich floral scent and may make your cannabis strain smell like lavender.

Research shows that linalool contains anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-depressant, anti-cancer, anti-anxiety, and neuroprotective properties.

Pinene

There are two types of pinene: a-pinene and b-pinene. It’s responsible for the pine-fresh and herby scent you may notice in some of your favourite strains of weed.

Research shows that pinene may act as a bronchodilator to allow more air to come into your lungs. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and may be able to fight against infections.

Myrcene

Myrcene is a cannabis terpene that commonly smells like lemongrass, thyme, and hops. Research shows that it contains powerful antioxidant abilities that may be able to protect the brain against damage after a stroke.

It may also contain a similar protective effect in heart tissue. According to one study, myrcene can be used as a form of alternative medicine after an ischemic stroke.

Additionally, myrcene can also be used to help prevent the breakdown of cartilage cells, which may be helpful when combined with other treatments for osteoarthritis.

How To Pick Out Weed Based On Terpene Profile

You can use the terpene profile in weed to help you pick out the best strain for you. For example, many users find that some terpenes have a relaxing effect while others are more uplifting. You can also pick out your weed based on the flavour of terpenes.

Here are some quick tips for picking out weed based on its terpene profile:

• Choose high limonene strains for a pleasant citrus flavour and yellow hint that helps alleviate stress promotes relaxation and provides an uplifting of your spirit (examples include Wedding Cake)

• Choose high myrcene strains with a hint of blue and herbal, musky, Earthy undertones to help induce a calming and sedative effect (examples include OG Kush and Cherry Pie)

• Choose high pinene strains of weed with green undertones and a pine scent to boost relaxation, treat pain and inflammation, and alleviate stress (examples include Pinetar and Pinewarp)

Other examples of cannabis terpenes include terpinolene and caryophyllene. Terpinolene is rare and is only found in about one in ten strains of weed. It has floral and piney undertones and is ideal for bringing about an uplifting feeling, while caryophyllene has spicy undertones and can help activate the endocannabinoid system to provide powerful anti-inflammatory benefits.

Final Thoughts

Terpenes are compounds in weed and other herbs and plants that give the plant its flavour and aroma.

They work closely with CBD and THC to give each strain of weed its own unique effects on your mind and body.

To choose the best strain of weed for you, consider following your nose! You may choose the terpenes you like by finding different scents and aromas that appease you.

Mail-Order Marijuana Improves Pandemic Stress

To cope with the anxiety, stress, and depression associated with the pandemic, many people have turned to marijuana as a coping mechanism. However, as most people were confined to their homes for the better part of a year, it made shopping for goods – including weed – almost impossible.

Mail-order marijuana has helped gaped the bridge, allowing users to benefit from cannabis without leaving their home.

Here, we’ll discuss how mail-order marijuana has helped the world cope with pandemic stress and how you can use weed to improve your well-being during these difficult times.

Weed Suppresses Cortisol and Reduces Stress Response

When the coronavirus pandemic shook the world into isolation in 2020 and forced people to stay home, it challenged our mental health and engulfed us in stress. Some of us lost our jobs or were forced into tough financial times, making it hard to provide for our families.

Zoom meetings replaced human interactions and social distancing taught us that going anywhere near another person was bad. As naturally social beings, humans are not made for isolation and being away from loved ones, causing many of us to feel hopeless and lost.

As a result, many new mental health cases emerged and symptoms worsened for those already suffering from depression. In an attempt to cope, many people have turned to weed as a form of alternative medicine, thanks to its ability to reduce the symptoms of depression and anxiety.

According to one study, people who suffer from a mental health condition have increased their cannabis use by 91% since the pandemic began, and the reason why may be linked to the way cannabis reduces the effects of stress.

In fact, some studies show that cannabis helps alleviate anxiety by preventing stress even before it happens by blunting how the body reacts to stressful events.

One study found that non-cannabis users experienced increased cortisol levels when exposed to stressful stimuli. In fact, researchers found that cannabis was so effective at reducing stress that the chronic weed users had NO increase in cortisol levels. Weed-users also reported a smaller increase in subjective stress ratings when exposed to stressful events.

It’s no wonder that people are seeking out the stress-relieving properties of cannabis. Research has already shown that cannabis can be used to help reduce depression, which may be exaggerated during the pandemic due to social distancing, quarantine, and prolonged self-isolation.

The problem is that because we’re confined to our homes, buying weed isn’t easy. We can’t just visit a dispensary anymore and browse cannabis products in person. The same goes for groceries.

Most people have turned to subscription food boxes, grocery delivery services, and curbside pickup for their food needs to reduce exposure to COVID-19, but there are not many options for delivering weed – until now.

Ordering Weed Online Limits Exposure To Virus

Mail-order marijuana makes it easy for you to get your weed – without having to expose yourself or your loved ones to the virus by visiting a dispensary in person.

Shopping for weed online is easy – and online dispensaries like Pure Green Express make the process even easier by bringing the shopping experience to the comfort of your own home.

Instead of visiting a retail store, you can visit an online store and shop for the best weed possible, browsing through thousands of products and reading real customer service reviews.

Pure Green Express replaces in-store employees with a live customer chat box, allowing you to ask questions while you shop just like if you were browsing in person.

Plus, mail-order dispensaries like Pure Green Express will send your weed right to your door in a discreet box so that your orders are private and less likely to fall victim to porch pirates.

Here are some other benefits of using mail-order marijuana from Pure Green Express to cope with pandemic stress:

• Shipments arrive to you within two to three business days

• All orders arrive in a vacuum-sealed, child-proof, and smell-proof box for safety

• Most flower buds listed on the PGE website are AAAA grade weed (best cannabis you can buy)

• High quality cannabis that contains fewer pesticides and higher beneficial compounds.

• No prescription needed

Additionally, Pure Green Express allows you to return your orders if you are not happy with them, meaning that you have no risk at all when you order weed online from them.

How To Use Cannabis For Pandemic Stress

Many people were sent to work from home or attend online classes during the pandemic. Businesses closed and many have not yet returned to their regular in-person operations.

Others were deemed essential workers and had to spend more time among the public than they wanted. No matter how your life was impacted by the pandemic, we bet you could use some stress-busting herb.

If you’re already an experienced weed user, then you know that there are endless ways to use cannabis for stress. But even experienced users may need to find ways to increase their intake or use weed differently to deal with pandemic stress.

Here are some tips for using weed for stress at home:

• Order some delicious edibles and enjoy while working or studying from home

• Schedule a zoom call with your friends or loved ones and smoke pot virtually

• Send weed as a gift to your friends or family to help them deal with stress

• Pop some CBD gummies in your mouth before a stressful zoom call at work to calm down

• Experiment with cannabis products you’ve never used before, such as wax, shatter, hash or moon rocks

• Try various different strains of weed to find one that provides the best relief from anxiety

  

Have you been consuming cannabis to help curb your pandemic stress? Let us know in the comment below!