{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-tags-template-js","path":"/tag/420/","result":{"data":{"allArticle":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Article_3940-markdown","title":" The Best 420 Events 2022","slug":"the-best-420-events-2022","content":"For decades, the term \"420\" has had special meaning for cannabis lovers everywhere. The origin of these magical digits has been open to speculation for years. Still, their meaning is clear: April 20th is the day to celebrate marijuana at festivals, concerts, and other in-person or online events. \n\nLet's take a look at how 420 became associated with cannabis culture, and a sampling of the events held around the country.\n\n![420 is a celebration of weed](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_04_15_at_12_15_16_PM_09a6728e3c.png)\n\n### How Did 420 Get Its Start?\nThere's [no shortage of stories](https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2019/4/19/18484698/what-is-420-meaning-marijuana-legalization)\n attempting to explain the origins of 420 and its place in cannabis culture. \n\nThe best known – and most likely – [origin story](https://www.esquire.com/news-politics/a6833/420-meaning-0110/) traces 420 back to 1971 when a group of high schoolers in San Rafael, California, who started using the phrase as code for getting together at 4:20 pm to smoke pot. \n\n![420 a celebration of weed](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_04_15_at_12_15_00_PM_155c62258f.png)\n\nSome sources even say that the group (now known as the Waldos)  got together to smoke weed with the Grateful Dead, who had their band HQ around the corner from San Rafael High. It's unclear how the term 420 leaped from an insider joke to mainstream vernacular. It's speculated that the term 420 became famous after a music flyer by fans of the Grateful Dead urged people to smoke marijuana on the date 4/20.\n\n### 420 Celebrations Across America\nAs marijuana has moved into the mainstream, so has the celebration of 420. The holiday has [an array of events](https://www.celebstoner.com/reviews/concerts-and-events/2022/04/01/ultimate-4/20-events-guide/) in cities across the country, and many are free and open to the public. \n\nHere's a sampling of events scheduled on and around 4/20/2022 in various parts of the US.\n\n### Cannademix Unity Day, New York City\nNew York's [Cannademix Unity Day](https://www.axs.com/events/430733/cannademix-unity-day-tickets?skin=websterhall) features yoga, cannabis education, and live music from a mix of hip-hop, Latin and other artists. The event is held at New York City's Webster Hall, and it's open to everyone over 21.\n\n![Denver's Mile High Festival](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_04_15_at_12_24_13_PM_8510119885.png)\n\n### Mile High 420 Festival, Denver, Colorado\nDenver's [Mile High 420 Festival](https://www.milehigh420fest.com) is a daylong event that features food, and music from artists including Big Boi and Lil Jon, a rally, and plenty of retail vendors selling a variety of marijuana-related merchandise. It's Denver's largest 420 festival, and everyone is welcome free of charge – but you must be over 21 to drink.\n\n### National Cannabis Festival, Washington DC\nWashington's [National Cannabis Festival](https://nationalcannabisfestival.com) isn't actually held on 4/20, but it's 4/20 adjacent. Held at the RFK Festival Grounds from 4/22 to 4/23, this massive festival celebrates cannabis in all its forms, with cannabis education, food, and music from cannabis-friendly artists like Wiz Khalifa.\n\n![Hippie Hill San Francisco](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_04_15_at_12_25_27_PM_3b05517d23.png)\n\n### Hippie Hill Festival, San Francisco\nSan Francisco is an icon of stoner culture. The [Hippie Hill Festival](https://www.420hippiehill.com) in fabled Golden Gate Park celebrates that heritage with a daylong event that features food, music, and lots of cannabis products to sample. It's free to everyone over 21, and visitors are welcome to bring their weed to enjoy.\n\n### Waldos Forever Fest, Chicago\nChicago's [Waldos Forever Fest](https://www.waldosforever.com) is a 4/20 event on 4/23. \nNamed for the high school stoners who started it all, the festival is a daylong free event with local food, cannabis products, drag shows, and live music from various artists. No minors are allowed -it's only for 21 and over.\n\n### Canna Celebration 420 Fest, Albuquerque, New Mexico\nAlbuquerque's [Canna Celebration 420 Fest](https://allevents.in/albuquerque/nm-420-fest-40/200021963524349) on 4/20 celebrates the legalization of cannabis. This daylong event features vendors, food, music, and booths from cannabis dispensaries around the state. It's the largest cannabis festival in Albuquerque, and it's free for everyone to attend.\n\n![Smoking weed at a 420 festival](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_04_15_at_12_28_17_PM_c56dee8fcf.png)\n\n\n### Sweetwater 420 Festival, Atlanta, Georgia\nAtlanta's [Sweetwater 420 Festival](https://sweetwater420fest.com/#) runs from 4/29-5/1 at Centennial Olympic Park. This three-day event includes live music every day, an artist market, and plenty of food. There's even a 5K road race. It's not free, though -- buy a wristband for entry to all events.\n \n### Get a Medical Marijuana Card Online\nIt's easy to get your medical marijuana document with the online [Telehealth service HelloMD](https://hellomd.com/get-started). Register, pay, and receive an online medical consultation with a licensed practitioner and purchase medical cannabis today. You don't pay unless you're approved!\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5037593984962405,"src":"/static/f2e431fc131253dce3668e879bd5d8cb/ee604/4108b45e2d935e1670836edbf221608e.png","srcSet":"/static/f2e431fc131253dce3668e879bd5d8cb/69585/4108b45e2d935e1670836edbf221608e.png 200w,\n/static/f2e431fc131253dce3668e879bd5d8cb/497c6/4108b45e2d935e1670836edbf221608e.png 400w,\n/static/f2e431fc131253dce3668e879bd5d8cb/ee604/4108b45e2d935e1670836edbf221608e.png 800w,\n/static/f2e431fc131253dce3668e879bd5d8cb/f3583/4108b45e2d935e1670836edbf221608e.png 1200w","srcWebp":"/static/f2e431fc131253dce3668e879bd5d8cb/58556/4108b45e2d935e1670836edbf221608e.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/f2e431fc131253dce3668e879bd5d8cb/61e93/4108b45e2d935e1670836edbf221608e.webp 200w,\n/static/f2e431fc131253dce3668e879bd5d8cb/1f5c5/4108b45e2d935e1670836edbf221608e.webp 400w,\n/static/f2e431fc131253dce3668e879bd5d8cb/58556/4108b45e2d935e1670836edbf221608e.webp 800w,\n/static/f2e431fc131253dce3668e879bd5d8cb/99238/4108b45e2d935e1670836edbf221608e.webp 1200w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3938-markdown","title":"The Best Weed Strains for 4/20 Holiday 2022","slug":"the-best-weed-strains-for-420-holiday-2022","content":"There is an abundance of different cannabis strains to explore, and with the high holiday just around the corner, it's time to think about what strains are perfect for your 4/20! \n\nThe industry leader on cannabis reports, [Headset](https://www.headset.io/industry-reports/post-420-2019-report), released their insights for 4/20 weekend sales in 2019. On April 20th, 2019, cannabis sales were 50% higher than on an average Saturday. In addition, Headset saw sales rise by 128% in 2019, with a significant increase happening the day before 4/20 in 2019.\n\nSo, how did 4/20 become the famous green holiday - read on to find out!\n\n![Untitled37-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled37_min_fa4e7786ad.png)\n\n### The History of 4/20\nMany [medical cannabis consumers](https://www.hellomd.com/get-started/) may not know the origin of how 4/20. There are several trains of thought as to how this number became synonymous with weed. One popular myth is that 4/20 was born out of Bob Dylan's legendary refrain: 'everybody must get stoned' from the song \"Rainy Day Women No. 12 & 35\" (since 12 multiplied by 35 equals 420). \n\nThe other school of thoughts, which is most likely, is that 4/20 is traced back to five California teens who used to meet up and spend time together by a wall outside San Rafael High School in San Rafael, CA. Their local hangout inspired their group nickname of \"the Waldos\".\n\n[In the fall of 1971](https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2019/4/19/18484698/what-is-420-meaning-marijuana-legalization), the teens heard about a Coast Guard member with a cannabis plant he could no longer tend to. These teens discovered a treasure map that supposedly led them to the abandoned cannabis plant — some speculate that the map was given to the teenagers by the original plant owner himself. \n\nThe Waldos would meet at the Louis Pasteur statue outside their high school a least once a week to search for the abandoned plant. Their meeting time was 4:20 pm. The group would pile into a car, smoke some marijuana, and go on an adventure to find the free weed. \n\nWord spread about the teens adventures and 4/20 became the eponym for marijuana as well as the famous weed holiday we celebrate every April 20th.\n \n### Top 10 Strains for 4/20\nHere we list our top ten cannabis strains for 4/20, which include award-winners and all-time popular favorites.\n\n![Untitled26-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled26_min_8b0c66e0b6.png)\n \n### 1. Green Crack\n[Green Crack](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/green-crack) is a potent Sativa cannabis strain beloved by many for its energizing effects. It is a descendant of [Skunk #1](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/skunk-1) combined with an unknown Indica. This weed strain is a popular choice for those seeking energy for daily tasks and to keep motivated.\n\n![Untitled27-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled27_min_a612f2934d.png)\n\n### 2. Harlequin\nThis cannabis strain is well known for its effects relieving pain, stress, anxiety, and depression. It is a 75% Sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain. [Harlequin](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/harlequin) is high in CBD with a ratio of 5:2. Though it is Sativa-dominant, it is also known for its calming effects to help people fall asleep soundly.\n\n![Untitled28-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled28_min_ade774151d.png)\n\n### 3. Purple Urkle\nA classic Indica, this weed strain has been around the California scene since the 1980s. PU is perfect if you need to come down after a long day or recover from an intense workout. [Purple Urkle's](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/purple-urkle) main body high effect makes it a great candidate for treating pain. In addition, this strain is said to be good for nausea and can also help to boost appetite. \n\n![Untitled29-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled29_min_0423f734d5.png)\n\n### 4. Maui Wowie\nSince the 1960s, [Maui Wowie](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/maui-wowie) has been around with a reputation as an upbeat, mood-elevating Sativa. It's perfect for creative outlets and adventurous pursuits. This weed strain boasts a high THC content, and the flower can come in at around 20% THC. So if you're looking for the perfect strain for an active day, Maui Wowie is great for staying energized and creative.\n\n![Untitled30-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled30_min_077130801b.png)\n\n### 5. Death Star\nSomeone looking for the best of both worlds from Indica and Sativa strains can get precisely that with [Death Star](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/death-star). Those new to cannabis or those with low tolerances may get dreamy and sleepy, while more experienced users with a higher tolerance can harness the strain's euphoric effects. Medical marijuana patients often enjoy this strain for its mellow nature and heavy body buzz.\n\n![Untitled31-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled31_min_c8ddafd6b1.png)\n\n### 6. Hindu Kush\n[Hindu Kush](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/hindu-kush) is an Indica strain from the mountain range with the same name. Hindu Kush is an excellent match for medical marijuana patients looking to relax and feel relief from pain with its powerful sedative effects. The effects of this classic Indica start deeply relaxing and then move into a mood of euphoria. \n\n![Untitled32-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled32_min_e5a493e7b7.png)\n\n### 7. MK Ultra\nThis weed strain is named after a CIA mind-control program that sought to manipulate people's mental states. So, it's no surprise that it is one of the most potent Indicas in existence. [MK Ultra](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/mk-ultra) has heavy-hitting physical effects perfect for patients who have insomnia, pain, or muscle spasms. The soothing nature may also help those suffering from PTSD, anxiety, stress, and other mood-related issues.\n\n![Untitled33-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled33_min_2cccac8f56.png)\n\n### 8. Blue Dream\nFor many cannabis lovers, Blue Dream is the perfect hybrid strain. Consumers can expect a balanced, long-lasting high from this beloved strain, which remains a number one seller in Colorado and Oregon. Consumers report feelings of euphoria along with a pleasant body buzz with [Blue Dream](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/blue-dream). It's easy to see why this beautiful and potent flower is a crowd-pleaser.\n\n![Untitled34-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled34_min_962a59056c.png)\n\n### 9. Headband\n[Headband](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/headband) is a hybrid blend — it will leave you feeling happy, relaxed, and maybe a bit spacey. This cannabis strain is best consumed during a lazy afternoon and is perfect for low-energy activities. This weed strain carries a THC rate from 17-27%. This weed stain was given its name because consumers report being able to feel almost like a cozy headband coming across their forehead when smoking it.\n\n![Untitled35-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled35_min_86bbd333ed.png)\n\n### 10. Northern Lights\nThis Indica strain has calming yet uplifting effects. [Northern Lights](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/northern-lights) hits fast and swiftly with a full-body impact that can leave you deep in the couch, then a cerebral euphoria allowing consumers to de-stress. This strain is a nighttime classic– an excellent match for those looking to hang out and watch some TV after a long day.\n\n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\nIt's simple to get your medical document with [HelloMD's telehealth service](https://www.hellomd.com/get-started/). Register, pay, and receive an online medical consultation with a licensed practitioner and purchase medical cannabis today.\n\n\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1,"src":"/static/933e720a31f38ebdb67253ba3df88d69/ee604/3fc388737c15ff28d0d2f7af332977cf.png","srcSet":"/static/933e720a31f38ebdb67253ba3df88d69/69585/3fc388737c15ff28d0d2f7af332977cf.png 200w,\n/static/933e720a31f38ebdb67253ba3df88d69/497c6/3fc388737c15ff28d0d2f7af332977cf.png 400w,\n/static/933e720a31f38ebdb67253ba3df88d69/ee604/3fc388737c15ff28d0d2f7af332977cf.png 800w,\n/static/933e720a31f38ebdb67253ba3df88d69/530b0/3fc388737c15ff28d0d2f7af332977cf.png 1094w","srcWebp":"/static/933e720a31f38ebdb67253ba3df88d69/58556/3fc388737c15ff28d0d2f7af332977cf.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/933e720a31f38ebdb67253ba3df88d69/61e93/3fc388737c15ff28d0d2f7af332977cf.webp 200w,\n/static/933e720a31f38ebdb67253ba3df88d69/1f5c5/3fc388737c15ff28d0d2f7af332977cf.webp 400w,\n/static/933e720a31f38ebdb67253ba3df88d69/58556/3fc388737c15ff28d0d2f7af332977cf.webp 800w,\n/static/933e720a31f38ebdb67253ba3df88d69/28c6c/3fc388737c15ff28d0d2f7af332977cf.webp 1094w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2656-markdown","title":"HelloMD Staff Picks: Top 5 Marijuana Products to Celebrate 420","slug":"hellomd-staff-picks-top-5-marijuana-products-to-celebrate-420","content":"Well, that [cannabis holiday with Marin, CA origins](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/58f169da36ea3a2293d1ff74/what-is-420-and-where-did-it-come-from) is almost upon us. Yes, it’s nearly April 20, also known as 420—the day that people celebrate marijuana. And why not? This plant has a lot to offer, including helping us ease insomnia, anxiety, stress, PMS and a whole lot more.\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nI asked a few of my fellow HelloMD staff members for their 420 product picks. If you’ve got the day off and are looking to celebrate, try one of these cannabis goods to elevate your day.\n\n### 1. Chemdawg Flower from Be Kind\n\n![Chemdawg flower from Be Kind](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-7ef21b0a-f7f1-4450-ba69-5feca23869b0/original.png)\n\nNo one really knows where the hybrid strain [Chemdawg](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7cc81ad520d60009f4f4a7/chemdawg) came from. Chemdawg is known for its strong aroma and for imparting a powerful head and body high. This one may not be the best choice for cannabis newbies, but consumers report it’s great for easing the symptoms of PTSD, anxiety and chronic pain. \n\n**[Ryan G.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/5978f93daa0db4145a24da3f/ryang), customer service specialist:** “Nothing screams 420 to me more than having a plethora of flower and a whole bunch of friends to share it with. Dabs may be a little too intense to be out and about, while vape pens aren’t as fun to share. I find the process of breaking down the cannabis and rolling it myself to be very therapeutic. I also enjoy trying to be creative and rolling braided joints, cross joints, extra fat blunts and fun things like that.\n\n“For this particular day, I will be filling my joints and blunts with Chemdawg from Be Kind. It’s the perfect hybrid because it gives you the energy you need to get you through the day, without getting anxious. The onset is immediate and very heavy. One minute you’re lighting the joint, the next minute you’re feeling the full effects. This strain works for any setting, but the novice cannabis consumer should be very careful to not overindulge.” \n\n### 2. Satori Wild Strawberries in Organic Milk Chocolate\n\n![Satori wild strawberries in organic milk chocolate](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-d5707fce-aca4-473a-a01a-92953f95d2ab/original.png)\n\nA truly tasty way to consume cannabis, these [wild strawberry and organic milk chocolate confections from Satori](https://www.hellomd.com/products/586593fb159af1000c6d05fc/wild-strawberries-in-milk-chocolate) are a great way to microdose marijuana, allowing you to control how much cannabis you consume. Made with organic, hand-picked strawberries and cannabis oil from Absolute Xtracts, it’s no wonder why these are a favorite among the HelloMD staff.  \n\n**[Veronica B.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/583c9403925c1a000b5029bb/veronicab), customer service specialist:** “My 420 pick is Satori’s wild strawberries in organic milk chocolate. Satori covers small pieces of strawberries with cannabis-infused chocolate providing approximately 3 mg of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) per piece. The tiny candies make this the perfect product for microdosing, which may be necessary if you plan on consuming cannabis all day long. The combination of chocolate and strawberries easily conceals any cannabis taste, but you’ll immediately notice the flavor from the fresh fruit. \n\n“I love chocolate-covered strawberries for special occasions, so whenever I eat this marijuana edible, it feels like a celebration. And 420 is a reason to celebrate cannabis.\n\n“If you’re new to cannabis, you can take one small piece and consume more as needed until you’ve reached desired effects, but please consume with caution. The delicious taste may make you forget that you’re eating a cannabis-infused edible. But if you have a high tolerance for THC like me, don’t be surprised or feel guilty if you finish the entire box on this notable day.”\n\nRELATED: [3 POPULAR QUESTIONS ABOUT MARIJUANA & MICRODOSING ANSWERED](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5ab47f4ef24d1300077ccb98/3-popular-questions-about-marijuana-and-microdosing-answered)\n\n### 3. Gorilla Glue # 4 From Be Kind\n\n![Gorilla Glue #4 from Be Kind](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-948f51bd-a76e-46a3-857d-1cc35d9f9215/original.png)\n\n[Gorilla Glue](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a9d9a2afdb6dd00088d0cf0/gorilla-glue) is an award-winning cannabis strain, which can trace its lineage back to several other strains. It imparts a heavy head and body high. Consumers report it boosts mood and increases social interactions. It’s also known to help with sinus issues, so many migraine sufferers pick Gorilla Glue as their strain of choice. \n\n**[Bart S.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/5817af1a97ed67000a00143c/bartsmart), customer service specialist:** “If you’re a seasoned cannabis consumer, I’d recommend Gorilla Glue #4 for your 420 celebrations. Gorilla Glue #4 packs a powerful, quick-acting head high. One of the most psychoactive strains I’ve tried, it’s great for boosting your creativity and mood. And it works as well as cannabis can in social situations.\n\n“Rolling a joint or blunt of the Gorilla Glue #4 flowers would be a fun way to bring back the nostalgia of earlier 420 celebrations as cartridges and dab rigs seem to have infiltrated the cannabis community.\n\n“GG #4 is the epitome of an indica-dominant hybrid strain, and because of this I’d recommend waiting until you’re out and about before smoking this strain, as you may never leave the house and feel superglued to your couch. Once you make it out of the house and are with friends, then the mental boost will keep you going until the end of the day as your mind wanders toward positivity and calm.\n\n“If you want to take a break from reality and experience the joy of 420 by getting a heavy-handed hybrid high, then load your bong with some GG #4 flowers as it will leave you satisfied and prepared for a restful night.”\n\n### 4. Beboe Pastilles\n\n![Beboe pastilles](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-082ef2b1-83b6-47c2-8613-07194cd638b7/original.png)\n\nBeboe is the new kid on the block when it comes to luxury cannabis products. The recently launched company offers vape pens and pastilles complete with quality ingredients in opulent packaging. It’s easy to see why people are turning to Beboe for an extra-special marijuana experience. \n\n**[Melissa N.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/5697f4f109d7dd000c000018/melissa), office manager:** “My pick, and my most recent discovery, is the Beboe Pastilles. Dubbed the \"Hermes of Marijuana\" by _The New York Times_, everything Beboe makes is super fancy and high-end. The pastilles come in a white box with a rose gold-foiled design. I will admit: I’m a sucker for design, and rose gold is my favorite color. Opening the box reveals a slim, peach-colored tin and inside are the pastel-colored, diamond-shaped pastilles. One side is stamped with Beboe and the other side says 5 mg and has an upside-down heart\n \n“Each pastille has 5 mg of sativa THC and 3 mg of cannabidiol (CBD), and contains a natural accelerant to speed up absorption. These are pretty fast-acting, and I feel the effects about 10–15 minutes after eating one. The consistency is similar to a kid's chewable vitamin. I like to let these dissolve like a lozenge. The taste is very similar to a sweet tart candy with a hint of cannabis. It leaves an apple aftertaste on my tongue. \n \n“The Beboe Pastilles are my ideal cannabis product. Eating one really helps take the edge off when I’m stressed. I feel lighter, happier and still able to function. When I'm in a sour mood, this turns it right around. When I hit that afternoon slump after lunch, this is a perfect pick-me-up. I like how uplifted it makes me feel, while not making me feel stoned, and I can still go about my day like normal, but in a much better mood. If I could pick one word to describe how these make me feel, it would be … pleasant.” \n\n### 5. Plus Sour Watermelon Super Potent Sativa Gummies\n\n![Plus sour watermelon super potent sativa gummies](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-d1ff73c6-1a0a-4b2f-84e9-a024f7108ab2/original.png)\n\nIf you like your cannabis edibles sweet, but don’t want to ingest a ton of sugar, these [Plus Sour Watermelon Super Potent Sativa Gummies](https://www.hellomd.com/products/58ed3ceec064b40d58fad313/sour-watermelon-sativa-gummies) might be for you. They’re low calorie, all natural and kosher. And at only 5 mg of THC per piece, they let you control your marijuana consumption with ease. \n\n**[Dmitry B.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/5a04a8c087088100077819a9/dmitry-bikkinin), marketing videographer/editor:** “One of my favorite products on the market is Plus gummies. I’m quite picky with edibles because of the amount of sugar and the taste of [decarboxylated cannabis](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56de6bd6c60fd50008000081/decarboxylating-marijuana-why-its-important), and Plus gets a solid A-plus in every discipline. \n\n“These Plus gummies taste like a fresh bite of juicy watermelon and leave your teeth free of plaque, thanks to the sweetener they use, xylitol. They’re dosed very smartly at 5 mg of THC per gummy, so they’ll work great for novice and experienced users alike. The effect gives you a good kick in motivation and creativity.\n\n“But be careful to not over-enjoy these tasty gummies. Otherwise, they may put you in the sleepy mood. Onset is about 30 minutes after eating, and effects can last as long as two hours—maybe more.”\n\nMain photo credit: [“thöR](https://www.flickr.com/people/_thor_/)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.  \n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/14b42/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.jpg","srcSet":"/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/f836f/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.jpg 200w,\n/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/2244e/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.jpg 400w,\n/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/14b42/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.jpg 800w,\n/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/47498/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.jpg 1200w,\n/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/0e329/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.jpg 1600w,\n/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/2b591/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.jpg 2424w","srcWebp":"/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/58556/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/61e93/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.webp 200w,\n/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/1f5c5/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.webp 400w,\n/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/58556/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.webp 800w,\n/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/99238/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.webp 1200w,\n/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/7c22d/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.webp 1600w,\n/static/eebbc535d937ab34cad153b8f00db978/88657/4b8a8eaa2cd5a82356166d9a8bbbaca6.webp 2424w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2204-markdown","title":"420 Cannabis Events Near You ","slug":"420-cannabis-events-near-you","content":"420, both the number in general and the date April 20th, have become tied to marijuana. There are numerous stories that are told to explain [why 420 has become synonymous with cannabis](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/58f169da36ea3a2293d1ff74/what-is-420-and-where-did-it-come-from), but according to LA weekly the true story of 420 actually occurred in San Rafael, California. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nIn the early 70s, high school students in San Rafael would smoke marijuana when the clock struck 4:20 in the afternoon. A specific group of students, known as the “Waldos”, also used 420 as a codeword for anything relating to marijuana. The term then spread with Deadheads, followers of the band The Grateful Dead, around the country and subsequently around the world to become a international synonym for cannabis. \n\nNow, April 20th has become a day of worldwide cannabis celebration, both in legal, quasi-legal, and illegal forms. As cannabis has become continuously more accepted in the mainstream world, so have celebrations for 420. \n\nHere are some of the great events that are happening around the country!\n\n### California 420 Events\n\n### San Fransisco 420\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58f6890685213c04eafa1e98/embedded_images/58f6890985213c04eafa1e99/Screen_Shot_2017-04-18_at_2.27.30_PM.png)\nWhat to expect at Hippie Hill\n \nOne of the most famous 420 events in the country is the annual [Hippie Hill event at Golden Gate Park](http://www.cannabizcalendar.com/event/420-park-gigantic-gathering-hippie-hill/). The event draws almost 15,000 people every year. The annual 420 Gathering on Hippie Hill is a free gathering of people smoking together. \n\nRELATED: [HELLOMD STAFF PICKS OF FAVORITE PRODUCTS](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/58efe42d1fc3e70a07f019c8/420-hellomd-celebration-our-staffs-favorite-products)\n\nThough the event is not technically sanctioned, the city has allowed the celebration to continue relatively unimpeded for many years, usually just surrounding the event with a perimeter of police to ensure the safety of the crowd. It is a great event to feel the love of cannabis with thousands of other San Franciscans, but please remember to take all of your personal belongings and garbage with you when you leave to keep the beautiful park clean. \n\n### San Fransisco & Los Angeles 420 \n\nLeafly is sponsoring a $4.20 Smash-hit comedy show that benefits Rise Up, a social impact initiative, created by the cannabis company Marley Natural, to promote Bob Marley’s vision of positive social change, environmental sustainability, and social justice. The headlining comedian in [San Fransisco](http://sf.funcheap.com/420-smashhit-comedy-show-420-sf-2/) will be Nikki Glaser and the event will be hosted at the Fillmore. The [Los Angeles show](https://www.leafly.com/cannabis-events/leafly-420-comedy-takeover-l) will be headlined by Pete Holmes and will take place at the Regent Theater. \n\n## Los Angeles 420\n\nOn the 22nd, the [Belasco Theater in LA ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/420-festival-the-belasco-theater-tickets-33478808016) will be hosting the 420 Festival. It will be a celebration of cannabis with over thirty different music artists for a party that will go all night. Tickets are $20 and the festivities will go from 9pm to 4am. \n\n### San Bernardino\n\n[The High Times Cannabis Cup](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/high-times-cannabis-cup-feat-nas-wu-tang-clan-damian-jr-gong-marley-tickets-29627654111?aff=es2) is coming to Southern California on April 21st to celebrate 420 in style! The festivities run through Sunday and it is open to all people over the age of 18, though there is limited access to parts of the event if you do not have a valid medical marijuana card. \n\nThere will be many different components to the event, including performances, seminars, and a food court. Tickets range from $55 to $420, depending if you would like to have a standard or VIP experience, and all performances and speakers are included in the price of the ticket. \n\n### Colorado 420 Events\n\n### Denver 420\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58f6890685213c04eafa1e98/embedded_images/58f6890b85213c04eafa1e9a/Screen_Shot_2017-04-18_at_2.31.49_PM.png)\nA former 420 Rally in Denver\n\n[The Official 420 Rally](https://www.denver420rally.org) will be held in downtown Denver to celebrate cannabis in all of its different forms. The celebration will include a rally in support of marijuana, as well as a culture festival featuring many different vendors, food stands, and exciting entertainment. \n\nThe musical  headliner for the event is 2Chainz and the concert will be free for all guests! The rally will be held from 10am to 7pm and will start at Civic Center Park. This will be one of the many events planned across Colorado in support of the legal marijuana industry in the state. \n\nThe historic Red Rocks Amphitheater will be hosting [420 on the Rocks](http://redrocksonline.com/concerts-events/listing) on April 19th. The concert will feature amazing acts including Method Man & Redman, Flatbush Zombies, Curren$y, Futuristic, RDGLDGRN, and other special guests. This will be a celebration of 420 in one of the most beautiful music venues in the world that is sure to be a jaw dropping experience. \n\n### Oregon 420\n\nThe [Northwest 420 Festival](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/northwest-420-fest-tickets-29237431946) will be in Oregon from Thursday April 20th until Saturday April 22nd. The event will be a music festival with over twenty five different bands and DJs featured. The event is 21+ and is a cannabis friendly music festival that is located on the edge of the beautiful Columbia River Gorge.\n\n### Washington 420\n\n[420fest](http://www.hempfest.org/events/420fest/) is taking place in Seattle from 3pm to 10pm at the Left Jet Studio. The event will include music, food, and cool cannabis themed activities - like make your own hemp jewelry. The proceeds of raffle at the festival will go to support Jimmy Romans, a man who is serving life in prison for cannabis. The event is free to members of Hempfest, and you can become a member online for $15 to enjoy all of the festivities. \n\nKeep an eye out for more amazing 420 events that are happening in your area! Enjoy your holiday & please celebrate responsibly. \n\nIf you are new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56201c206430320006bb0000/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's 100% online, private and efficient. \n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3333333333333333,"src":"/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/14b42/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.jpg","srcSet":"/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/f836f/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.jpg 200w,\n/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/2244e/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.jpg 400w,\n/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/14b42/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.jpg 800w,\n/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/47498/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.jpg 1200w,\n/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/54ac5/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.jpg 1365w","srcWebp":"/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/58556/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/61e93/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.webp 200w,\n/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/1f5c5/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.webp 400w,\n/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/58556/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.webp 800w,\n/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/99238/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.webp 1200w,\n/static/4b7986f37aaf21fb0151b0feb05c86cb/5e0b8/ebdfe8b4fabeb57f0794287bd98ce4c1.webp 1365w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2415-markdown","title":"4 Top Cannabis Brands Tell You Their 420 Story","slug":"4-top-cannabis-brands-tell-you-their-420-story","content":"For this year's 420 we talked to four of the top brands in the cannabis industry to find out what they think about 420, their favorite past 420 and what they plan to do this year.  \n\nChristie Strong from Kiva Confections, Alicia Rose from HerbaBuena,  Chris Husong of ClubM and Carla of GanjaRunner tell us their thoughts on the most celebrated holiday in marijuana.\n\n### What was your best 420 experience?\n\nAlicia/HerbaBuena:  We launched HerbaBuena two years ago on the weekend of 420 - it was purely coincidence that our launch event fell on the weekend that most people associate with cannabis. This was my best 420!\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nCarla/GanjaRunner: Our best 420 experiences is hearing from patients who have completely rid themselves of taking opioids and a variety of other prescription medication and now enjoy cannabis as a healthier, happier alternative.\n \n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58f28409ff1cb564076e281c/embedded_images/58f2840bff1cb564076e281d/Screen_Shot_2017-04-15_at_1.07.51_PM.png) \nChristie Strong, Kiva's Marketing Communications Manager\n\nChristie/Kiva Confections:  On my first 420 at Kiva I was simply blown away by the patients I met and their incredible stories with this medicine. I felt so unbelievably lucky to be a part of an industry that has such a positive impact on so many people's lives. And I still do.\n\nMy Best 420 Last 420 I visited three different cannabis events in Los Angeles- including a yoga session, a live concert, and an intimate party. It was very inspiring to see such a diverse array of patients united around this wonderful plant. \n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58f28409ff1cb564076e281c/embedded_images/58f2840cff1cb564076e281e/Screen_Shot_2017-04-15_at_1.09.49_PM.png) \nChris, Founder of ClubM\n\nChris/Club M:  I grew up in the \"just say no,\" era so when I finally celebrated in 2016 it was a real experience. I suppose like most first timers, I was both excited and nervous. My experience included friends and exploration. We started the evening with cannabis teas and chocolates. At this point, we're feeling that sense of peace you have with good friends, we sang together and then moved on to a volcano then danced some. Together we set an intention for the night and while learning about sacred geometry we then shared a vape pen. \n\nWhen I woke up the next morning, I went home with a sense of gratitude that I'd truly been part of a perfect moment. For the first time, I truly understood why artists, musicians and creatives feel like marijuana is such an integral part of their lives. I was invigorated and inspired all the next day. \n\n### What do you think 420 means to you and the community today?\n\nChristie/Kiva Confections: Cannabis is a medicine that has been used by our ancestors across the planet for thousands of years. It is only in recent decades that it became stigmatized, demonized and prohibited. 420 is a celebration of the culture that nurtured it back into acceptance. It is a holiday that reminds everyone touched by this plant to be vocal about their use and celebrate its re-emergence into popular acceptance.\n\nChris/Club M: 420 today is about community and exploration. It’s really an opportunity for people to learn more about cannabis and how it might integrate into their lives. I think today’s 420 is less about the “stoner culture” and more about awareness of cannabis for everyday people. Using cannabis today is much like having a beer after work, it doesn’t have to be the definition of who you are to be part of your life. The good news for people new to marijuana is today there are so many ways to take marijuana and know what your taking and I feel like that’s really important for people new to cannabis. 420 is a chance to try something new perhaps with friends, something you’ve been curious about with people you genuinely enjoy. Today cannabis is about creating perfect moments, it’s an adventure worth exploring and to me, that’s what 420 is about now.\n\nCarla/Ganja Runner: 420 is a celebration for all involved directly or indirectly supporting the cannabis movement and standing up against Big Pharma and much of our government.\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58f28409ff1cb564076e281c/embedded_images/58f2840eff1cb564076e281f/Screen_Shot_2017-04-15_at_1.11.29_PM.png) \nAlicia, Founder of HerbaBuena\n\nAlicia/HerbaBuena: 420 is more marketing than substance in our world. We prefer to promote health and organic, regenerative and intentional farming, and production, in celebration of Earth Day, which falls on the same weekend.\n\n### What events or specials are you promoting for your brand on 420?\n\nCarla/GanjaRunner: This is a good one. [FREE WEED for the rest of the YEAR GIVEAWAY](https://ganjarunner.com/)! Special offers We are raffling off 1st, 2nd & 3rd place along with giving our free prizes and gifts. Check us out at GanjaRunner!\n\nChristie/Kiva Confections: Kiva is hosting 55 patient education and sampling events at Collectives across California during the week of 420. We believe that educating users is the top priority in our industry and love taking this opportunity to get out in the community and celebrate with our Collectives, bud tenders, and our fans. \n\nAlicia/HerbaBuena: We'll be offering samples and information at the [Sweetwater Music Hall's 4/20 celebration](http://www.sweetwatermusichall.com/calendar/) in Mill Valley, California. And we'll be hosting our own Earth Day Social Club gathering at [Wu Wei Tea Temple](https://wuweiteatemple.com/) in Fairfax on 4/22 from 4-7pm. Special offers: We're offering $25 eighths on our certified biodynamic Girl Scout Cookie flowers or free delivery of orders over $100. [Please go here and enter promo code 420MD](http://herbabuena.com/storefront/).\n\nRELATED:[WHERE DID 420 COME FROM?](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/58f169da36ea3a2293d1ff74/what-is-420-and-where-did-it-come-from)\n\nChris/ClubM: First, we’re launching gift cards so you can give the gift of any of the 100+ items, including edibles, flower and accessories on [joinclubm.com](https://www.joinclubm.com/apply/) Second, we’re offering a buy 3-get-1-free for the MBox. The MBox is the ultimate in cannabis exploration of California’s finest brands and it's designed to be shared-to create perfect moments. Third for every new purchase in our store we are sending you 2 pre rolls one for you an one to share with a close person in your life. We believe cannabis is best when shared. Please feel free to share your pictures with us #perfectmoments. \n\nIf you are new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's 100% online, private and efficient. \n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3333333333333333,"src":"/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/14b42/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.jpg","srcSet":"/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/f836f/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.jpg 200w,\n/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/2244e/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.jpg 400w,\n/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/14b42/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.jpg 800w,\n/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/47498/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.jpg 1200w,\n/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/54ac5/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.jpg 1365w","srcWebp":"/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/58556/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/61e93/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.webp 200w,\n/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/1f5c5/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.webp 400w,\n/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/58556/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.webp 800w,\n/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/99238/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.webp 1200w,\n/static/614b561d3b81f2f1967cb97107e88e1e/5e0b8/1f5d1e7a5941d5b00754d6c00dc69c5a.webp 1365w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2284-markdown","title":"What Is 420 & Where Did It Come From?","slug":"what-is-420-and-where-did-it-come-from","content":"Rejoice. The year’s most anticipated holiday is here. April 20, also known as 420, is a great time to celebrate the recent victories in cannabis legalization both in the United States as well as around the world. Cannasseurs celebrate 420, a day that’s as synonymous with cannabis as the image of the iconic seven-pointed leaf. It’s a day we can appreciate in so many ways; 420 can be spent hanging out with our closest friends, medicating in pride and peace of mind with legal marijuana (in territories where its legal), or even attending an anti-prohibition [Snoop Dogg](http://theknow.denverpost.com/2016/02/16/snoop-dogg-kevin-gates-set-420-show-fiddlers-green/113725/) concert.\r\n\r\nBut, what is 420, and how did it come to be?\r\n\r\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\r\n\r\nWell, 420 is said to have been police code, which means those kids are up to no good behind the high school. That said, my sister’s friend, who knows a chemist, says there are 420 compounds in the cannabis plant. I can’t argue with a chemist. Yet, HelloMD’s own Chris B. says that he knows the real origin story of 420. He attended San Rafael High School, the birthplace of 420, in Marin County, CA.\r\n\r\n### The Origin of 420 at San Rafael High School\r\n\r\nThe phrase 420 came to be back in 1971, in the small town of San Rafael, across the bay from San Francisco. It was when a few high school boys needed a secret code word for cannabis. This group of friends referred to themselves as The Waldos, and they spent their afternoons hanging out by a wall outside San Rafael High. One summer, a friend told the Waldos about several coast guards who grew a cannabis field up north, at Point Reyes Station. \r\n\r\n![420 got its start in 1971](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58f169da36ea3a2293d1ff74/embedded_images/58f169dd36ea3a2293d1ff75/Screen_Shot_2017-04-14_at_5.25.06_PM.png)\r\nThe term 420 as code for marijuana came to be in the early ’70s.\r\n \r\nFearing they would be discovered, the marijuana growers had abandoned the field. A map was produced, and the Waldos picked a time to start their treasure hunt. The most convenient hour of the day for everyone involved was at 4:20 pm. So, they agreed to would outside by the statue of Louis Pasteur at that time.\r\nThus, 420-Louie, the first evolution of the phrase, was born. The phrase was quickly streamlined to 420, and San Rafael High soon buzzed with the new secret code. The Waldos, in a simple effort to conceal a marijuana patch, set off a viral event that would soon span the entire globe.\r\n\r\n### The Grateful Dead & 420\r\n\r\nIn search of the tastiest licks and crunchiest jams, The Grateful Dead moved across the San Francisco Bay just as the Waldos’ slogan was gathering steam in the early ’70s. Soon, a father’s and brother’s business connections, real estate and band management respectively, brought the band within earshot of the buzzword 420. The term rapidly became embedded in the band’s culture. \r\n\r\nRELATED: [420 HELLOMD CELEBRATION: OUR STAFF’S FAVORITE PRODUCTS](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/58efe42d1fc3e70a07f019c8/420-hellomd-celebration-our-staffs-favorite-products)\r\n\r\nIt was then that 420 went viral as the Grateful Dead hopped from city to city, turning a high school’s secret word into a nationally recognized code for all cannabis enthusiasts. The near infinite Dead tours throughout the years (682 shows to be exact) helped ensure the term 420 would see as many new places as possible.\r\n\r\nAll over the USA, 420 took hold, as a generation identifying itself through counterculture, spirituality and love, also identified itself through a love for cannabis. This term spread globally and finally came to rest as the term modern marijuana lovers most closely identify with. \r\n\r\n![420 for cannabis took off with the Grateful Dead](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58f169da36ea3a2293d1ff74/embedded_images/58f169de36ea3a2293d1ff76/Screen_Shot_2017-04-14_at_5.28.06_PM.png)\r\nThe Grateful Dead helped breathe life into the word 420.\r\n\r\n### _420_ The Movie\r\n\r\nLast week, I was lucky enough to speak with [Michel Shane](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michel_Shane), a well-known Hollywood movie producer. He’s currently producing a movie out of this fantastic story spurred on by thedesire to tell a modern legend. Considering the origin story for 420 contains treasure maps, rock bands and the fight against prohibition, I can’t find fault with his plan. The release date and name of the movie have yet to be announced, but I’m looking forward to the Waldos and 420 making it to the big screen.\r\n\r\nSociety’s growing acceptance of cannabis, both medical and recreational, has many optimistic about the future of this cherished plant. Its true beauty lies in the way that each can enjoy their cannabis on their own terms. Whether your migraines are mitigated, your pain defeated, or you just want a good giggle, cannabis assists with so many different areas of our lives. Here’s to 420—the day we get to remember the cannabis plant and all the relief and joy it brings us. \r\n\r\nHappy 420, everybody!\r\n\r\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56201c206430320006bb0000/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,/9j/2wBDABALDA4MChAODQ4SERATGCgaGBYWGDEjJR0oOjM9PDkzODdASFxOQERXRTc4UG1RV19iZ2hnPk1xeXBkeFxlZ2P/2wBDARESEhgVGC8aGi9jQjhCY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2P/wgARCAAPABQDASIAAhEBAxEB/8QAFgABAQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAME/8QAFwEAAwEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAECA//aAAwDAQACEAMQAAABrpxXvWYR/8QAGRAAAwEBAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAECAyER/9oACAEBAAEFAs4XvGuwZWOpYk7P/8QAFBEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEP/aAAgBAwEBPwE//8QAFhEBAQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEh/9oACAECAQE/Aax//8QAGhAAAgMBAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABEBEjEhof/aAAgBAQAGPwKSUKMO6W9LNH//xAAbEAACAwEBAQAAAAAAAAAAAAABEQAhMUFhcf/aAAgBAQABPyHZO7Y7AKwxG1R0PIclEThRZaiQnIJY2z5P/9oADAMBAAIAAwAAABDjL//EABYRAQEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEAEf/aAAgBAwEBPxBHbL//xAAXEQADAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARFh/9oACAECAQE/EEdNH//EABwQAQABBQEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAERADFBUWEhgf/aAAgBAQABPxCR2cA/WqDiEZEhHpQ8Mj02uHJmozQjxO1E0VHyYb2VCXWzNgvWv//Z","aspectRatio":1.3333333333333333,"src":"/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/14b42/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.jpg","srcSet":"/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/f836f/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.jpg 200w,\n/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/2244e/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.jpg 400w,\n/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/14b42/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.jpg 800w,\n/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/47498/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.jpg 1200w,\n/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/54ac5/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.jpg 1365w","srcWebp":"/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/58556/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/61e93/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.webp 200w,\n/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/1f5c5/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.webp 400w,\n/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/58556/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.webp 800w,\n/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/99238/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.webp 1200w,\n/static/495d922a337357e051490e1e5910e379/5e0b8/6b3e32c4b9ffe6582f80796d4ba9baa0.webp 1365w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2206-markdown","title":"On 420 Laugh More with Laugh.ly","slug":"on-420-laugh-more-with-laughly","content":"### Seriously...Laugh More\n\nIf you have never heard about [Laugh.ly](http://laughly.com/auth.html#/welcome?_k=tj3dbn), it's time to catch up with some laughter for this 4.20. Called “the pandora of stand-up comedy” by TechCrunch, Laugh.ly launched at the end of last summer with a repertoire of 400 different comedians and over 20,000 individual comedy tracks. The app features comedians ranging from your well-known favorites, like Kevin Hart, Louis CK, and Aziz Ansari, to up and coming acts who are just getting started in the world of stand up comedy. \n\nYou can listen to all of Laugh.ly’s tracks for free, including radio stations, genres and live comedy events that are featured on the app (and website). You can also choose from Laugh.ly’s wide range of stations, including “The Great American Joke” and “Workout Special”, or you can choose from their extensive list of genres. Laugh.ly also allows you to create your own playlists and includes social features, much like Spotify. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nIt’s free to spend you day giggling at the latest jokes by great comedic acts on Laugh.ly, though you can upgrade to a premium subscription if you want to avoid advertisements. We recently met the Founder of Laugh.ly, Dave Scott, at Launch Festival in San Francisco [where he gave an awesome pitch on the main stage](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHvejxU-Yz8). \n\nDave says, “Laugh.ly was created to give comedy fans the same access to comedy as music fans get through services like Pandora or Spotify. Sometimes, you want to hear some great comedy, but don't want to leave the house. Well Laugh.ly solves that by providing the largest library of stand-up comedy in the world.”\n\n[![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58f1620736ea3a206ad1ff68/embedded_images/58f1620a36ea3a206ad1ff69/Screen_Shot_2017-04-14_at_4.52.40_PM.png)](http://laughly.com/auth.html#/welcome?_k=bymlwk)\nAn image from Laugh.ly's trending feed.\n \n### It’s Good for Your Health\n\nLaughter is a beautiful thing, and it can actually be good for you health too. Laughter does wonders for both your physical and mental health in many different ways. Laughing increases relaxation by releasing physical tension, easing muscles, and reducing anxiety and stress. \n\nLaughing can also help boost your immune system by decreasing stress hormones and increasing the amount of antibodies produced, which can help fight infection. It can also hep stimulate many of your organs because laughing brings in an increased amount of air. Laughing can help improve the functioning of blood vessels and increase blood flow, which can benefit cardiovascular function. \n\nRELATED: [10 ACTIVITIES TO DO WHILE SMOKING MARIJUANA](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/58dd99e573edf02ffb523706/10-fun-activities-to-try-when-smoking-marijuana)\n\nPossibly one of the most well known effects of laughter is its connection with the release of endorphins in the body that can help increase happiness and even reduce physical pain. Laughter can also help change your perspective, making stressful events seem less threatening and providing you with a more realistic view of a situation. Laugh.ly can stimulate laughter in your life and provide you with many of the amazing health benefits that laughter can bring to you. \n\n### The Best: Cannabis & Laughter\n\nCannabis and laughter also go hand in hand. Cannabis can help you laugh even harder with the great comedians featured on Laugh.ly. Cannabis can also aid in stress reduction and allows you to be more in the moment. A [study from the journal Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17115869) has found that cannabis increases the blood flow to the left temporal lobe and the right frontal cortex, as well a slight increase to the cerebellum. The areas where blood flow is stimulated by cannabis are also areas of the brain that are related to laughter. Laughter is good for the mind, body, and soul. Cannabis can help you become even more relaxed and more free to giggle uncontrollably to some great stand-up comedy. \n\nIf you are new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's 100% online, private and efficient. 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This year, we have seen the change of the Obama administration to that of Trump and still the sweep of cannabis legalization continues. Now 30 states have legal cannabis in one form or another and 8 of those states have fully legalized for recreational/adult use consumption.\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nAt HelloMD we celebrate crossing our 2 year mark of being within the cannabis industry. We have continued to grow with the industry, connecting more patients every week to cannabis clinicians, crowdsourcing thousands of Q&A through our Answers platform and facilitating interactions with more than 400 brands and retailers we have on our site.\n\n### HelloMD Staff: Our Favorite Products\n\nOne of the many benefits of being within the cannabis industry is that we get to know the cannabis products really well! So for 420, we have compiled some of our staff's favorite products with reviews in their own words.\n\nHave a happy and safe 4/20 this year and let us know what you think of the products listed!\n\n### Fresh Cannabis Leaves by Ona.Life\nReview by: Pamela - Co Founder/\nFind it: Fresh Leaves\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58efe42d1fc3e70a07f019c8/embedded_images/58efe5c8f3fb4a000c477120/Screen_Shot_2017-04-13_at_1.18.29_PM.png)\nNurit Raphael, Founder of Ona.Life with her freshly blended cannabis smoothie.\n\nI am a huge fan of green juicing every morning, you can read all about it in my article on [consuming THCA naturally](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/58caf7e900731f003a2dfe76/diy-recipe-consuming-thca-naturally). Now that I have a fresh supply of organic, pesticide free leaves I’m an even bigger fan. I order my leaves weekly from my friend Nurit at Ona.Life. Ona.Life is the first service in California to offer freshly cut cannabis leaves for juicing and Ona.Life ships statewide. Whoop, whoop!\n\nThe leaves add a huge, zesty flavor to my green juice without a psychoactive high. It is packed full of THCA, what I call the powerhouse cannabinoid full of all the same benefits CBD offers and a massive load of antioxidants. People, this is the new wheatgrass, only better! Bonus: your leaves keep fresh in the fridge for two weeks, you can freeze them or you can juice it all and make THCA green ice cubes to use in your juice every morning. Snap!\n\n### Kiva Terra Bites Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans\n\nReview by: Mark - Co Founder/\nFind it: [Kiva Espresso Beans](https://hellomd.com/products/5748ac79a7ccb6000800007c/)\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58efe42d1fc3e70a07f019c8/embedded_images/58efe5c9f3fb4a000c477121/Screen_Shot_2017-04-13_at_1.52.42_PM.png)\n\nI love the low dose of each chocolate bean, which contains just 5mg of THC. This makes dosing (or microdosing) easy and consistent. Personally, I like to take two beans together, and then might add a third about an hour later. This 10 – 15mg range puts me in a wonderful, happy mood for the evening, enhances the sound of music and leaves me sharp enough to cook and enjoy a delicious meal with my family. It’s the perfect Friday night wind down after a usually stressful week.\n\nRELATED: [MICRODOSING: THE BIG NEW TREND](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5874285019303000083745bc/microdosing-the-big-new-trend)\n\nThere is no hint of cannabis in the flavor. It’s just a combination of great tasting dark chocolate, which I love, and the roasted espresso coffee bean. I am not sure the espresso bean is enough to provide a wake-up kick, but it might, and so this is an added bonus for me.\n\n### Level Blends: 1:1 Uplift Vape Cartridge\nReview by: Michael Litchfield - VP of Marketing/ Find it: [Level](https://www.hellomd.com/biz/level)\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58efe42d1fc3e70a07f019c8/embedded_images/58f10c1a1fc3e7594af019fc/Screen_Shot_2017-04-14_at_10.50.53_AM.png)\n\nUplift, from Level Blends, is my go-to cannabis product du jour. It is a cannabis oil cartridge and pen, and I know that by using it I won’t feel too high. Uplift is the Goldilocks product – it’s not too much, not too little – it’s just right, with equal parts CBD and THC. In fact, so long as I regulate my dose I don’t feel even the slightest bit high, instead I feel just the right amount of relaxed. \n\nPerfect for the evening and a great aid for letting go of the stresses and anxieties that accumulate through the day. And for me, it has the added advantage of taking the edge off a chronic knee pain that’s been following me around for years. All that in a single product. The battery part of the pen is a little different too, it has an adjustable voltage selector on the base that alters the temperature of the heating coil.\n\nUseful if you are of the type that believes vapor from oil heated at a lower temp is more efficient. And it looks great too - the perfect combination of svelte and steam-punk.\n\n### HMBLDT Relief Vape Pen\nReview by: Ashleigh- Director of Operations/ Find it: [True Farma](http://truefarma.com/hello-md/)\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58efe42d1fc3e70a07f019c8/embedded_images/58efe7b41fc3e7088bf01a0d/Screen_Shot_2017-04-13_at_1.59.59_PM.png)\n\nThe first thing you notice is that HMBLDT pens are beautifully packaged. They have a clean and sleek aesthetic reminiscent of high-end cosmetics, rather than cannabis. There is no reference to anything ‘stoner’, such as cannabis plants or a green color palette. You can feel comfortable carrying this with you as it’s very discrete. They are color-coded and clearly labelled as to their intended-effect: Calm, Relief, Bliss, and Sleep. \n\nThey are no buttons or temperature controls to fuss with, making them very easy to use. The pens emit vapor which is surprisingly cool and mildly flavored; perfect for those who do not particularly enjoy the smell/taste of cannabis, but are seeking its medicinal effects. The pens are activated by inhalation, and vibrate at the end of a 3-second inhalation. The impressive technology of the HMBLDT delivery system means that each 3-second dose results in precisely 2.25mg of medication, regardless or the length or  aggressiveness of inhalation. \n\n### Bhang Cookies and Cream Chocolate\nReview by: Dmitry - Videographer and Personality (Lots)/ Find it: Bhang\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58efe42d1fc3e70a07f019c8/embedded_images/58efe95ff3fb4a0048477155/Screen_Shot_2017-04-13_at_2.06.39_PM.png)\n\nI love my Bhang Cookies and Cream! Eating this edible gives you very cerebral feeling and it also is what I call a holistic product. My wife is very sensitive to cannabis so she can only take very clean and organically sourced cannabis and Bhang cookies and cream is a good example of how the edible should be done! This is a great 4.20 choice!\n\n### Pax Era Single Origin Pods - Jack Herer \nReview by: Melissa - Customer Service Lead/ Find it: [Get Sava](https://www.hellomd.com/biz/sava)\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58efe42d1fc3e70a07f019c8/embedded_images/58f10c151fc3e7594af019f9/Screen_Shot_2017-04-14_at_10.36.58_AM.png)\n\nThe Pax device is sleek and easy to use. Just pop the pods in and out to change! I also like being able to use the app on my iPhone to change the temperature settings and check my battery level. The Jack Herer and Sativa blends make me feel energetic. They’re great for when it’s hard to open your eyes and you need to get up and moving!\n\n### Flower: Blue Dream\nReview by: Veronica - Customer Service\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58efe42d1fc3e70a07f019c8/embedded_images/58f10c171fc3e7594af019fa/Screen_Shot_2017-04-14_at_10.40.12_AM.png)\n\nOne of my favorite flower strains of all time is Blue Dream, a sativa-dominant hybrid cross between Blueberry and Haze. I love blue dream because it was the first flower I consumed with a relative. At the time, I was afraid to admit I enjoyed cannabis, only to find out they had a large amount of Blue Dream they were more than willing to share with me. \n\nI always experience happy and uplifting effects with Blue Dream. Not to say other flowers and products do not do the same, but Blue Dream is even more special to me because it always reminds me of the time cannabis brought my family member and I closer together. That single positive experience made me fall in love with Blue Dream, and I have continued to make more beautiful memories with everyone I share Blue Dream with. \n\n### Flower: Grapefruit OG by Dirt Ninja Farms\nReview by: Bart - Customer Service/ Find it: Club M\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58efe42d1fc3e70a07f019c8/embedded_images/58f10c181fc3e7594af019fb/Screen_Shot_2017-04-14_at_10.45.35_AM.png)\n\nGrapefruit OG is the best smelling cannabis that I have tried (smells exactly like Grapefruit). This is a great hybrid strain- not too stimulating like a pure sativa and not too much of a downer like a pure indica. If you are looking for a great tasting and great smelling strain, look no further than Grapefruit OG by Dirt Ninja Farms. Grapefruit OG won highest total terpenes and terpolene at Terpestival. A great way to end your 420 after tasting so many different strains- try something fresh!\n\n### Strovia 5:1 Mango Lemongrass Lozenge\nReview by: Ryan - Customer Service, Content Writer/ Find it: [True Farma](http://truefarma.com/hello-md/)\n\n[image/10]\n\nThis is a cannabis lozenge similar to a jolly rancher with 10mg CBD and 2mg THC.\n\nStrovia lozenges are deeply relaxing and undeniably delicious. Since trying my first lozenge, I was a huge fan. CBD helps immensely with anxiety, and the 5-1 CBD-THC ratio is perfect to avoid an intoxicating feeling, while still reaping the benefits of the entourage effect. The mango lemongrass flavor is really worth mentioning as well. I would not be disappointed if Jolly Rancher decided to offer the same option!\n\nWhen I consume a lozenge I begin to feel a calming sensation that relieves my nervous system, while the muscles of my body simultaneously relax. CBD is a wonderful compound, and Strovia’s CBD lozenges are my number one CBD product.\n\n### Kiva Petra Mints\nReview by: Chris - Business Associate/\nFind it: [Sava](https://www.hellomd.com/biz/sava)\n\n[image/12]\n\nLately I’ve been loving on Kiva’s Petra Mints, particularly the Moroccan Mint flavor.  I’ve been using medicated mints for a while, because of the sublingual delivery method (it is has the most immediate onset; second to smoking or vaporizing.) While smoking still remains my preferred method of consumption in private; mints provide a quick, discreet way to medicate throughout the work day.  \n\nThe Petra Mints are hands down my favorite on the market.  Unlike other mints I have tried, these are the first that present as true mints.  Several others on the market have a chalky taste and texture, with a hint of cannabis flavor within them.  Not so with the Petra mints, which leave my mouth feeling fresh and clean.  As a high tolerance user, the 2.5mg per mint is the perfect dose that can be consumed anytime, without fear of too much psychoactivity.  I turn to them anytime I’m feeling the stress of the word day building up, or just need to kill some coffee breath.\n\nIf you are new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's 100% online, private and efficient. 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