{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-tags-template-js","path":"/tag/flower/","result":{"data":{"allArticle":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Article_3979-markdown","title":"Country Cannabis Joints - the Future of Weed is Low THC Flower","slug":"country-cannabis-joints-the-future-of-weed-is-low-thc-flower","content":"In every dispensary, I see cannabis products with higher and higher levels of [THC](https://www.hellomd.com/tag/thc). Consumers, or at least dispensary owners who select the weed products on their shelves, believe that the more potent, the better.\n\nHigher levels of THC have proven to be big business for dispensaries. When THC levels test higher than 25%, dispensaries can [charge $75 or more for an eighth](https://www.forbes.com/sites/chrisroberts/2020/06/16/science-reveals-the-cannabis-industrys-greatest-lie-youre-buying-weed-wrong-and-so-is-everyone-else/?sh=64524f8c2ee3) of weed. So it's no surprise that the weed business has consumers believing that more THC is better and relates to a higher quality product.\n\nThe problem is, it isn't true. \n\n![Hello5-min (14).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello5_min_14_6fec9680e8.png)\n\n### Why Low THC Flower is Better\n\nIn reality, the THC percentage has nothing to do with marijuana quality and, according to [a study from The University of Colorado](https://www.colorado.edu/today/2020/06/10/marijuana-concentrates-sharply-spike-thc-levels-dont-necessarily-get-users-higher), it doesn't even get you higher as the percentage exponentially increases.\n\nOur body's [cannabinoid receptors](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/beyond-the-cb1-and-cb2-cannabis-receptors-trpv1-and-gpr55) become saturated at higher THC levels, beyond which there is a diminishing effect of additional THC. So, once you get above 17-20 percent in THC content, you're not getting more high. But, even that may be too much THC; the old adage, less is more, holds true.\n\n![Hello1-min (19).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello1_min_19_52ddeee89d.png)\n\n### The Biphasic Effect of Marijuana\n\nThe biphasic effect is when a lower dosage of something creates a desired outcome, while a higher dose may produce adverse effects. Think of when you drink a glass or two of wine; you may become more social and relaxed. If you drink the entire bottle, you may become tired, aggressive, or even blackout. \n\nCannabis produces a biphasic effect within our bodies. Lower doses may create a pleasurable effect for many people, and **higher doses** may induce **paranoia**, **anxiety**, or even a **panic attack**. Lower doses also may be more beneficial in treating medical conditions. [Dr. Justin Sulak](https://healer.com/cannabis-dosing-less-is-usually-more/), a well-known cannabis physician, treats 90 percent of his patients with lower dosages.\n\nHe says, \"When I started my practice, I was surprised to see that some patients were using very low dosages (e.g. 1 puff), while other patients require much higher dosages (e.g. an entire large joint or a potent edible) to achieve optimal benefits. Over time, I noticed that most patients using small amounts of cannabis were getting better and more sustainable results than their high-dosage counterparts with similar conditions.\"\n\nBeyond whether low THC is more efficacious than higher THC, most of today's cannabis consumers aren't looking to get super high; they're looking for a strain they can enjoy that won't knock them out. And when we look at cannabis consumers that are about to enter the market, the same can be said. The vast majority of cannabis consumers want or need moderate levels of THC.\n\n![Hello6-min (8).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello6_min_8_fe2e21717c.png)\n\nSince entering the cannabis industry in 2014, I've been an advocate of **[microdosing](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/microdosing-a-better-way-to-take-cannabis)**. I was extremely fortunate to receive excellent medical advice over a decade ago and found that **microdosing** cannabis stopped my [chronic migraines](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/microdosing-cannabis-stopped-my-chronic-pain). \n\nThis transformative life event led me to start the cannabis [Telehealth company HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/get-started). Over the last ten years, I've [hosted educational events on the topic](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/how-to-microdose-with-cannabis-a-hellomd-event) and [written numerous articles about microdosing](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/microdosing-a-better-way-to-take-cannabis) in hopes of mainstreaming the concept.\n\nIn the last couple of years, numerous brands have created [microdosed cannabis products](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/microdosing-kiva-confections-petra-mint-review) for consumers desiring lower-dose THC. This is especially true within the [edibles category](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/microdosing-kiva-confections-petra-mint-review), where there is a good selection of microdosed products. Yet, there has been little movement toward a lower percentage of THC when it comes to low-dose cannabis flower. \n\nThe rare exception is the new California cannabis brand called [Country](https://www.countryranch.com/). Dubbed the \"Bud Lite of cannabis,\" Country is one of the only, if not the first, cannabis brand to deliver low-dose cannabis strains successfully.\n\n![Hello9-min (3).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello9_min_3_6fd5535e72.png)\n\n### Country Revolutionizes Cannabis\n\nCountry was created by **Jamie Feaster**, one of the original founders of the **cannabis delivery app Eaze**. Jamie started Country because he saw an enormous gap in the market when it came to low-dose flower. He also has an eye toward the new cannabis consumer who may want to smoke a marijuana strain that would allow them to remain functional. His vision was to create a low-dose, premium cannabis flower to go hand in hand with a hard-working lifestyle. Hence Country's claim of weed that \"can help you accomplish an honest day's work with a smile.\" \n\nFinally, a cannabis brand that understands that many consumers like to smoke weed and get stuff done!\n\n![Hello8-min (4).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello8_min_4_d16d5458a8.png)\n\n### My Experience Trying Country Ranch's Good Neighbor Joints\n\nI purchased a six-pack of [Country Ranch's Good Neighbor joints](https://www.countryranch.com/pages/goodneighbor) for $40 from a nearby dispensary. When I tell you their packaging is next-level, I mean it. The joints come in a vacuum-sealed jar with a built-in pump that allows you to reseal the jar every time you close the lid. Brilliant! \n\nAlso, if you look at the back of any Country package you'll see a welcoming message from Jamie, the Founder, and his phone number. If you ring or text him, he actually responds! I sent him a picture of my  bunny next to his Country package of Neighbor joints and he texted me back with a friendly note back.\n\nWhen I first opened the Country package, it made a \"tsssss\" sound, leading me to believe that these joints would taste incredibly fresh. I had a busy day ahead of me and usually microdose THC, so I sparked one of the joints and smoked while I began answering my emails. \n\nAfter the first couple of puffs, I had to stop and hold the joint between my fingers to get another look at it. This flower tasted, unlike anything I'd had before. There were notes of citrus, pine, and even fruit. I could taste the terpenes in all their glory. This Good Neighbor blend features the strains [Jack Herer](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/jack-herer) and [AC/DC](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/acdc). But this joint only contains 11% THC and has 9% CBD – creating a perfect blend between the two.\n\nWhile I smoked, I hummed to the music playing and noticed that I remained clear-headed and even became a little more focused. I buzzed through my morning emails, drank my morning coffee, and felt great. In fact, I felt motivated to take on my day. \n\nAfter my experience with Country Ranch's Good Neighbor joint, I'm a big fan. This is certainly one of my new favorite brands of 2022. Now I recommend these joints to anyone looking for a low-dose flower option, and I've even brought them to dinner parties as a host gift. Even if you think you don't like cannabis, or you've had a bad experience with it in the past, Country may change your mind. \n\n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\n\nIt's easy to get your medical document with the online [Telehealth service HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/get-started). Register, pay, and receive an online medical consultation with a licensed practitioner and purchase medical cannabis today.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5748031496062993,"src":"/static/6c36364376c368d4e0cef51dcdf0cd00/ee604/add02a2a46776fe9716b7f9ab4faccdf.png","srcSet":"/static/6c36364376c368d4e0cef51dcdf0cd00/69585/add02a2a46776fe9716b7f9ab4faccdf.png 200w,\n/static/6c36364376c368d4e0cef51dcdf0cd00/497c6/add02a2a46776fe9716b7f9ab4faccdf.png 400w,\n/static/6c36364376c368d4e0cef51dcdf0cd00/ee604/add02a2a46776fe9716b7f9ab4faccdf.png 800w,\n/static/6c36364376c368d4e0cef51dcdf0cd00/a35bf/add02a2a46776fe9716b7f9ab4faccdf.png 858w","srcWebp":"/static/6c36364376c368d4e0cef51dcdf0cd00/58556/add02a2a46776fe9716b7f9ab4faccdf.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/6c36364376c368d4e0cef51dcdf0cd00/61e93/add02a2a46776fe9716b7f9ab4faccdf.webp 200w,\n/static/6c36364376c368d4e0cef51dcdf0cd00/1f5c5/add02a2a46776fe9716b7f9ab4faccdf.webp 400w,\n/static/6c36364376c368d4e0cef51dcdf0cd00/58556/add02a2a46776fe9716b7f9ab4faccdf.webp 800w,\n/static/6c36364376c368d4e0cef51dcdf0cd00/8fdaa/add02a2a46776fe9716b7f9ab4faccdf.webp 858w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3931-markdown","title":"How to Buy Flower","slug":"how-to-buy-flower","content":"\nWhen it comes to marijuana, flower is still one of the most popular consumption methods. Perhaps because flower is cannabis in its truest form - fragrant buds you can touch, smell, and smoke. [Smoking joints](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/why-some-patients-prefer-smoking-joints) is one of the most iconic ways to consume cannabis, along with [smoking out of a pipe or bong](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/using-pipes-and-bongs-to-smoke-medical-marijuana). People love smoking flower because it’s convenient, simple, and immediately effective.\n\n![Untitled69.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled69_c444c310d2.png)\n \n### How to Choose a Marijuana Strain\n \n[With over 700 strains of cannabis](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4604179/), it’s easy to get overwhelmed when [picking out a strain](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/how-to-know-which-strain-is-right-for-you). There are a few ways to narrow down your options and find a weed strain that works for you. To start, understand why you are smoking cannabis - are you treating a health condition, wanting to feel good, or perhaps just trying to sleep better?\n \n![Untitled70-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled70_min_e7117f6de5.png)\n\n### Indica, Sativa, and Hybrid Strains\n \nWhen buying flower, you're given the option of [Indica, Sativa, or Hybrid strains](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-indica-sativa-and-hybrid-explained). Generally, Indicas provide a body-high that relieves pain, nausea, and insomnia. Sativas offer uplifting cerebral stimulation and are used to treat depression, pain, and fatigue. Hybrids have a blend of both Indica and Sativa effects, providing day or nighttime relief for anxiety and pain.\n\n![Untitled71-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled71_min_35e3361da0.png)\n \n### THC and CBD with Marijuana Strains\n \nAnother way to choose flower is based on [tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) or cannabidiol (CBD)](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-thc-vs-cbd) levels. THC is well-known as the psychoactive component of cannabis. Many people choose a strain high in THC for more potent effects, though it is [up for debate whether more THC is better](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/is-more-thc-better-when-it-comes-to-cannabis-strains). If you are prone to anxiety or don’t want to feel too high, look for strains with lower THC and higher CBD levels.\n\n![Untitled69-min-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled69_min_min_33b4217f4f.png)\n \n### Terpenes and Trichomes\n \nOne of the most natural ways to choose flower is to [“follow your nose”](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/follow-your-nose-using-aroma-to-guide-your-cannabis-choices) by selecting a strain that smells good. Cannabis strains have a variety of [scents and flavors due to the terpenes](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/what-are-cannabis-terpenes-and-how-do-they-work), which vary from plant to plant. Terpenes create aroma, taste and contribute to the overall effects. Terpenes commonly found in cannabis include [myrcene](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/know-your-cannabis-terpenes-myrcene), [humulene](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/know-your-terpenes-humulene), [linalool](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/know-your-cannabis-terpenes-linalool), [caryophyllene](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/know-your-terpenes-beta-caryophyllene), and [pinene](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/know-your-terpenes-pinene). Find out the terpenes of your favorite strains to find another strain with similar effects and flavor.\n \nRaw cannabis flower is covered in hairs called trichomes, which contain terpenes and cannabinoids. Many hairs equal lots of trichomes, which contribute to a more potent experience. Trichomes can also be separated from the rest of the plant and [extracted into kief](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/what-is-kief-and-hash), a powdered cannabis concentrate. You can do this at home by using a multi-level grinder. If your dispensary lets you see buds before you buy, you can visually check for trichomes.\n\n![Untitled70-min-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled70_min_min_edcec5a425.png)\n \n### Choose a Marijuana Strain for Your Condition\n \nSome of the most common conditions treated with cannabis include insomnia, anxiety, and chronic pain. Patients often [treat insomnia](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/finding-relief-from-insomnia-with-cannabis) with an Indica strain like Granddaddy Purple or Hindu Kush. [Anxiety is best treated with a high-CBD strain](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/top-10-high-cbd-marijuana-strains-for-anxiety) like ACDC or Harle-Tsu. Different types of pain may need different strains. For [back pain](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/top-6-marijuana-strains-for-back-pain), patients have found success with Headband. While for [migraines, patients use CBD strains](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/the-best-cbd-marijuana-strains-for-migraines) like Sour Tsunami.\n \n### The Seven Most Popular Marijuana Strains\n \nThese are the most popular and widely smoked strains of marijuana in the United States.\n \n![Untitled78-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled78_min_316815c74d.png)\n\n[Blue Dream](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/blue-dream). People love this Sativa-leaning Hybrid strain for relaxing, daytime relief from pain and anxiety.\n\n![Untitled79-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled79_min_2654e4755f.png)\n \n[Jack Herer](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/jack-herer). This classic Sativa strain is uplifting and good for creativity and treating depression and anxiety.\n\n![Untitled80-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled80_min_69f6041748.png)\n \n[Cannatonic](https://hellomd.ca/strains/cannatonic). This high-CBD strain leans slightly Sativa, treats anxiety and depression, and can help with focus.\n\n![Untitled81-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled81_min_b99778ffb6.png)\n \n[Sour Diesel](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/sour-diesel). This potent Sativa strain can help with ADD, anxiety, and depression.\n\n![Untitled82-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled82_min_fd63f9a863.png)\n \n[OG Kush](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/og-kush). People find this potent Indica-leaning strain helpful for nausea, gastrointestinal issues, and mood.\n\n![Untitled83-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled83_min_efc8d1721c.png)\n \n[Grandaddy Purple](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/granddaddy-purple). This classic Indica strain provides body relaxation making it popular for sleep and stimulating appetite.\n\n![Untitled84-min.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Untitled84_min_43627120e9.png)\n \n[Girl Scout Cookies (GSC)](https://hellomd.ca/strains/gsc). An Indica-leaning Hybrid known to promote laughter and a relaxing body high that helps relieve PTSD, stress, and anxiety.\n \n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\n \nIt’s easy to get your medical document with the online [Telehealth service HelloMD](https://hellomd.com/get-started). Register, pay, and receive an online medical consultation with a licensed partitioner and purchase medical cannabis today.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5037593984962405,"src":"/static/aa5cd8b0e24ff82c004de1302b3b98e8/ee604/5b43150f57003398bee94af947a41a28.png","srcSet":"/static/aa5cd8b0e24ff82c004de1302b3b98e8/69585/5b43150f57003398bee94af947a41a28.png 200w,\n/static/aa5cd8b0e24ff82c004de1302b3b98e8/497c6/5b43150f57003398bee94af947a41a28.png 400w,\n/static/aa5cd8b0e24ff82c004de1302b3b98e8/ee604/5b43150f57003398bee94af947a41a28.png 800w,\n/static/aa5cd8b0e24ff82c004de1302b3b98e8/f3583/5b43150f57003398bee94af947a41a28.png 1200w","srcWebp":"/static/aa5cd8b0e24ff82c004de1302b3b98e8/58556/5b43150f57003398bee94af947a41a28.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/aa5cd8b0e24ff82c004de1302b3b98e8/61e93/5b43150f57003398bee94af947a41a28.webp 200w,\n/static/aa5cd8b0e24ff82c004de1302b3b98e8/1f5c5/5b43150f57003398bee94af947a41a28.webp 400w,\n/static/aa5cd8b0e24ff82c004de1302b3b98e8/58556/5b43150f57003398bee94af947a41a28.webp 800w,\n/static/aa5cd8b0e24ff82c004de1302b3b98e8/99238/5b43150f57003398bee94af947a41a28.webp 1200w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3906-markdown","title":"How to Roll a Joint","slug":"how-to-roll-a-joint","content":"### How to Roll a Joint\n\nIt's easy to roll your own joints, especially with the right grinder and a roller. This article will take you step by step through the process of rolling a joint at home. Out of all [the different ways to consume marijuana](https://hellomd.com/articles/understanding-medical-marijuanas-many-shapes-and-forms), smoking a joint is a classic way to consume cannabis. You don't need much to roll a joint, aside from your weed. The accessories are affordable and easy to carry around so that you can roll a joint anywhere.\n\n![How to roll a joint](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_03_11_at_2_38_21_PM_0a00de608b.png)\n\n ### Why Smoke a Joint\n\n[Many patients prefer to smoke joints](https://hellomd.com/articles/why-some-patients-prefer-smoking-joints) because they feel relief so quickly. Some appreciate the simplicity and cost-effectiveness, while others say that smoking a joint affects them differently than vaping, [smoking a pipe or bong](https://hellomd.com/articles/using-pipes-and-bongs-to-smoke-medical-marijuana). Patients suffering from nausea and chronic pain swear that smoking joints are the only way to ease their symptoms. \n\n![How to roll a joint](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_03_11_at_2_39_15_PM_43e0445151.png)\n \n### Smoking Marijuana Vs. Cigarettes\n \nMany people are averse to smoking their medical marijuana at all. Joints are sometimes called marijuana cigarettes, but they aren't as harmful to your health as tobacco cigarettes. The *Journal of the American Medical Association* published a [20-year study on cannabis smokers](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/1104848) that shows smoking cannabis is not as harmful to the lungs as cigarettes and did not lead to lung or colon cancers. [The Harm Reduction Journal](https://harmreductionjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1477-7517-2-21) states that cannabis and tobacco smoke are not equally carcinogenic. \n \nFor the most part, the benefits of inhaling cannabinoids outweigh the adverse effects of the smoke. But smoking can irritate the lungs, induce allergies, or cause coughing and phlegm. If you have sensitive lungs or can't smoke for any reason, then you may want to [try a flower vaporizer instead](https://hellomd.com/articles/beginners-guide-finding-the-right-marijuana-vaporizer). \n\n![How to roll a joint](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_03_11_at_2_40_02_PM_cb2fd6f7e9.png)\n \nBelow we take you through the steps for rolling the perfect joint.\n\n#### Supplies\n \nTo properly roll a joint, there are a few accessories you need to have; most can be bought at the dispensary along with your cannabis. This tutorial uses a roller accessory that basically rolls the joint for you. Here's what you need to roll joints:\n \n- Grinder\n- Rolling Papers\n- Roller\n- Lighter\n- Tip or Filter\n- Cannabis flower of your choice\n\n![how to roll a joint](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_03_11_at_2_35_53_PM_2a28a7098b.png)\n \nGrinders come in many sizes and materials. The ones that work best are metal with a multi-tier design that separates the ground weed out of the grinder teeth. Rolling papers also come in a variety of sizes and materials. Try to use natural, unbleached, and undyed papers when possible. \n\n![Cannabis grinder](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_03_11_at_2_40_57_PM_2712327ea5.png)\n\nWe use a roller in this tutorial because it makes the process easy and inexpensive. More practice and skill are required to roll a tight joint without one. Tips are also optional, but they make joints easier to hold, and they filter any loose grind that pulls through as you inhale. \n \n#### Steps\n \n- 1.) Load the Grinder. Remove the grinder lid and load about 2/3 gram of flower into the grinder. Pull out seeds and stems as you break up the buds between the teeth of the grinder. Replace lid. \n- 2.) Rotate & Grind. Press down on the lid and rotate back and forth. Unscrew the top half of the grinder to reveal your freshly ground flower.\n- 3.) Load Roller. First, place the tip at one end of the roller. Then add your cannabis a little at a time and even it out along the roller. You want to fill it up to the top, making sure it's full but not over-stuffed. Once full, lift the roller pole up and over to seal all the contents inside. \n- 4.) Roll. Use thumbs to roll the pole forward a few times. \n- 5.) Add Paper. Add a single sheet of rolling paper, making sure the sticky side is facing you at the top. Roll forward to roll the paper around the joint. Lick the sticky end, then continue to roll forward and seal the joint. \n- 6.) Light and Enjoy. Open the roller to find your perfectly rolled joint. Now it's time to smoke it. \n \n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\n \nIt's easy to get your medical document with the online [Telehealth service HelloMD](https://hellomd.com/get-started). Register, pay, and receive an online medical consultation with a licensed partitioner and purchase medical cannabis today.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5037593984962405,"src":"/static/70044e3c666691c350a702146d090541/ee604/bf27fd661ae697326b168986c8e175bc.png","srcSet":"/static/70044e3c666691c350a702146d090541/69585/bf27fd661ae697326b168986c8e175bc.png 200w,\n/static/70044e3c666691c350a702146d090541/497c6/bf27fd661ae697326b168986c8e175bc.png 400w,\n/static/70044e3c666691c350a702146d090541/ee604/bf27fd661ae697326b168986c8e175bc.png 800w,\n/static/70044e3c666691c350a702146d090541/f3583/bf27fd661ae697326b168986c8e175bc.png 1200w","srcWebp":"/static/70044e3c666691c350a702146d090541/58556/bf27fd661ae697326b168986c8e175bc.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/70044e3c666691c350a702146d090541/61e93/bf27fd661ae697326b168986c8e175bc.webp 200w,\n/static/70044e3c666691c350a702146d090541/1f5c5/bf27fd661ae697326b168986c8e175bc.webp 400w,\n/static/70044e3c666691c350a702146d090541/58556/bf27fd661ae697326b168986c8e175bc.webp 800w,\n/static/70044e3c666691c350a702146d090541/99238/bf27fd661ae697326b168986c8e175bc.webp 1200w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3893-markdown","title":"How to Decarboxylate Cannabis","slug":"how-to-decarboxylate-cannabis","content":"### How to Decarboxylate Cannabis\n\nIn this piece, we'll walk through **decarboxylating cannabis**, what it means, why it's necessary, and what it's for — including the necessary steps for you to decarboxylate cannabis at home!\n\n![Fresh cannabis bud](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_03_01_at_9_18_38_AM_730e4bb2d4.png)\n\n### What is Cannabis Decarboxylation \n\nIn the simplest sense, decarboxylation (also known as \"*decarbing*\") allows the marijuana plant to get you \"high.\"\n\nIn its raw form, cannabis contains an abundance of non-psychoactive **THCA** (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid). Decarboxylation is necessary to convert that THCA into THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). **THC** is the cannabinoid that creates the classic euphoric \"stoned\" effect for consumers. \n\nThink about it like this, when you regularly consume cannabis flower — you use a lighter to ignite the bud. The heat of the flame releases the THC in the weed instantaneously - essentially decarboxylating the weed. But when you plan to cook with or create a tincture from marijuana flower, you must first decarboxylate it by heating the plant over an extended period of time. \n\n![Cannabis infused oil](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_03_01_at_9_19_02_AM_aacdd081cb.png)\n\n### Why You Need to Decarboxylate Cannabis\n\nIf you plan to make your own edibles or tinctures from marijuana, you're going to have to decarboxylate the flower first. \n\n Typically, decarboxylation occurs in an oven when making edibles or tinctures at home. You will heat the buds until they are dry and the THC is released. \n \n Once this step is done, you have a decarboxylated cannabis flower. Then you can easily infuse the bud with a medium of choice, such as butter, oil, alcohol, glycerine, or Medium-Chain Triglyceride oils. [Cannabutter](https://hellomd.com/articles/diy-recipe-cannabutter-or-cannabis-butter), anyone?\n\nDepending on your end goal, you may want to infuse a variety of mediums—for instance, [this article](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-tinctures-from-glycerin-to-mct-oil-which-is-best) contains advice on concentrates for tinctures.\n\n![Making cannabutter with decarbed marijuana](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_03_01_at_9_18_53_AM_a809338272.png)\n\n### How to Decarboxylate Marijuana\n\n#### Supplies\n\nDecarboxylation is easy to do at home using simple tools and your oven. Here's what you'll need to decarboxylate your marijuana:\n\n- Fresh cannabis buds - Try [OG Kush](https://hellomd.com/strains/og-kush) a popular, easy to find, high THC strain\n- A kitchen oven \n- A cannabis grinder (optional)\n- Parchment paper\n- A baking sheet\n\n#### Steps\n\nNext, you can decarboxylate your cannabis. Just follow these directions:\n\n- 1) Preheat your oven to 240 degrees Fahrenheit.\n- 2) Break the cannabis into small pieces. If you have one, you can use a grinder; otherwise, use a cheese grater. \n- 3) Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.\n- 4) Spread the ground cannabis evenly across the parchment paper.\n- 5) Bake the marijuana for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure the herb is baking evenly.\n- 6) When the cannabis reaches a rich, dark color and looks dry, remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cannabis to cool at room temperature. (Cannabis that has decarboxylated will be dry and crumbly to the touch).\n- 7) Once the cannabis has cooled completely, transfer it to a food processor. Pulse the marijuana in a food processor until it's coarsely ground (like coarse coffee grounds). Avoid processing the marijuana too much or it will be hard to sift. \n- 8) Once the marijuana is ground properly, store it in a plastic zip bag or an airtight Tupperware container for use in extractions and homemade edibles.\n\n![How to decarboxylate cannabis](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_03_01_at_9_18_32_AM_d4733f6e1d.png)\n\n### Tips for Effective Marijuana Decarboxylation\n\nIn order to ensure you're decarboxylating your marijuana correctly, follow these tips:\n\n- **Decarboxylate all cannabis you plan to cook with**. Because active (post-decarboxylation) CBD and THC [have a myriad of health benefits](https://hellomd.com/articles/the-pros-and-cons-of-psychoactive-thc), you should decarboxylate your entire supply that you plan to cook with. While raw cannabis is great for inhalation, decarboxylated cannabis is the go-to marijuana form for cooking.\n- **Use an oven**. While it may seem like a faster process, do not try to decarboxylate your cannabis flower with a lighter or torch. This will cause uneven heating and may burn your weed. Always use an oven when decarboxylating to ensure even heating, a high-quality end product, and an easier process for large quantities of marijuana. \n- **Allow the marijuana to cool completely**. Allowing decarboxylated cannabis to cool completely once it has left the oven preserves the terpenes and makes the weed easier to handle. \n\n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\n\nIt's easy to get your medical 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 start purchasing medical cannabis today.\n\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5037593984962405,"src":"/static/9ad83e235f667411eebe1a98419860bf/ee604/fba7f550e62226b9c40a5dc8136e342f.png","srcSet":"/static/9ad83e235f667411eebe1a98419860bf/69585/fba7f550e62226b9c40a5dc8136e342f.png 200w,\n/static/9ad83e235f667411eebe1a98419860bf/497c6/fba7f550e62226b9c40a5dc8136e342f.png 400w,\n/static/9ad83e235f667411eebe1a98419860bf/ee604/fba7f550e62226b9c40a5dc8136e342f.png 800w,\n/static/9ad83e235f667411eebe1a98419860bf/f3583/fba7f550e62226b9c40a5dc8136e342f.png 1200w","srcWebp":"/static/9ad83e235f667411eebe1a98419860bf/58556/fba7f550e62226b9c40a5dc8136e342f.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/9ad83e235f667411eebe1a98419860bf/61e93/fba7f550e62226b9c40a5dc8136e342f.webp 200w,\n/static/9ad83e235f667411eebe1a98419860bf/1f5c5/fba7f550e62226b9c40a5dc8136e342f.webp 400w,\n/static/9ad83e235f667411eebe1a98419860bf/58556/fba7f550e62226b9c40a5dc8136e342f.webp 800w,\n/static/9ad83e235f667411eebe1a98419860bf/99238/fba7f550e62226b9c40a5dc8136e342f.webp 1200w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3863-markdown","title":"The 7 Best Medical Marijuana Strains in New York","slug":"the-7-best-medical-marijuana-strains-in-new-york","content":"Decades of research have revealed the many ways cannabis can provide relief from the symptoms of a long list of health conditions, and now \"medical marijuana\" laws and programs are in place in most states. \n\nMedical cannabis has been legal in New York since 2014 with considerable limitations, including the inability to purchase whole or ground flower. But that changed in late 2021 when an enhancement to New York's medical marijuana act allowed any New Yorker with a valid medical card to buy flower at any of the state's legal cannabis dispensaries. Here's a look at seven of the best strains to look for.\n\n![Medical marijuana is legal in many states, including New York](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_25_at_6_39_41_PM_9a03d26708.png)\n\n### Medical Marijuana Offers Health Benefits\n\nThe ancient cannabis Sativa plant contains many [cannabinoid compounds](https://hellomd.com/articles/the-10-cannabinoids-in-cannabis-you-should-know) and oily resin called terpenes which have considerable benefits for human health. \n\nCannabis compounds THC (delta 9 tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol) trigger activity in the [endocannabinoid system (ECS)](https://hellomd.com/articles/what-is-the-endocannabinoid-system). The ECS is a network of cell receptors in the brain and body that responds to naturally produced cannabinoid chemicals and the cannabinoids in the cannabis plant. \n\n![Medical marijuana has many health benefits](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_25_at_6_41_03_PM_1c31d55096.png)\n\nRecreational cannabis users appreciate the euphoric high caused by the psychoactive compound THC, but THC and other cannabinoids also promote balance or homeostasis among the body's subsystems. This is why numerous studies have shown that cannabis can help with health conditions such as anxiety, chronic pain, diabetes, cancer, and neurological diseases like multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease.  \n\n### Medical Marijuana Laws Provide Access to Medicine\n\nUntil relatively recently, though, getting access to the health benefits of cannabis has proved challenging. Many states have now passed laws legalizing cannabis at least for medical use, but US federal law still lists it as a dangerous Schedule I drug, alongside heroin and LSD.\n\n![Regulation and laws allow for legal access to medical marijuana](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_25_at_6_42_28_PM_006992b86c.png)\n\n Even in states that have passed medical marijuana provisions, access to cannabis products is still limited to certain types and quantities - and you'll need [a valid medical card](https://hellomd.com/articles/how-to-get-your-legal-weed-card-in-the-state-of-new-york) to buy them. But the landscape of cannabis laws is constantly changing, as in New York's recently enacted additions, or \"enhancements\" to its current medical marijuana legislation.\n\n### Medical Cannabis Regulations in New York: What to Know\n\nMedical marijuana has been legal in New York since 2014, making ingestible cannabis products available to anyone who has a medical card issued by a qualified practitioner. To qualify, applicants need to show that they have one or more [qualifying health conditions on the state's allowed condition list](https://cannabis.ny.gov/#:~:text=You%20may%20be%20eligible%20for,cord%20injury%20with%20spasticity%2C%20epilepsy%2C).\n\n![Medical marijuana regulations in New York - what you need to know](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_25_at_6_45_24_PM_bee3eb6485.png) \n\nBut until recently, cardholders could purchase cannabis only in ingestible forms such as tinctures, capsules, and gummies. That changed in October 2021, when an enhancement to the existing law allowed for [the sale of whole or ground cannabis flower](https://hellomd.com/articles/new-york-begins-sales-of-whole-cannabis-flower). Now, New York's legal cannabis dispensaries carry a variety of popular cannabis strains for purchase by qualified customers.\n\n### Cannabis Strains: Sativa, Indica, or Hybrid?\n[Cannabis strains](https://www.healthline.com/health/beginners-guide-to-marijuana-strains) have different qualities, and cannabis plants are cultivated to fine-tune their properties for targeted effects. \n\n![Can cannabis prevent infection from COVID-19?](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_20_at_9_08_08_AM_7c90885251.png)\n\nIndica strains are known for their relaxing and calming effects, while Sativa strains are energizing and stimulating. Hybrid strains are a combination of two, and they can be either Indica or Sativa dominant. These qualities depend on the proportion of cannabinoid compounds such as THC and CBD the strain contains.\n\n### The 7 Best Medical Marijuana Strains in New York\nThese seven quality medical [marijuana strains](https://hellomd.com/strains/) include Indica, Sativa, and hybrid varieties in both whole and ground flower form. \n\n### Gorilla Glue\n\n![Gorilla Glue cannabis strain](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_25_at_6_47_13_PM_5f9605e3ad.png)\n\n[GGL](https://www.verilife.com/ny/menu/verilife-albany-ny)\nGorilla Glue (GGL) is a popular Indica strain from matter. Now available from most New York dispensaries, GGL has a relatively high THC content. Each dose contains 4.05-6.33 mg THC per dose, along with just 0.5 mg of CBD.\n\n### Pineapple Super Silver Haze\n\n![Pineapple Silver Haze cannabis strain](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_25_at_6_56_01_PM_48e9cbeffc.png)\n\n [Pineapple Super Silver Haze](https://www.verilife.com/ny/menu/verilife-albany-ny)\nPineapple Super Silver Haze is a Sativa-dominant hybrid strain with a THC content of 12.48 percent. It's sold as whole flower for energizing and uplifting effects. \n\n### Jack One 18\n\n![Jack One 18 cannabis strain ](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_25_at_6_49_40_PM_7922c15ab0.png)\n\n[Jack One 18](https://www.verilife.com/ny/menu/verilife-albany-ny)\nJack One 18, or (JH1) is a hybrid strain whose name reflects its famous parents, Skunk 1 and Jack Herer. Available in both ground and whole flower forms, Jack One 18 offers a balance between Indica and Sativa characteristics, and has a THC content of 16.36 percent, along with numerous other cannabinoids and terpenes.\n\n### Lavender\n![Lavender cannabis strain](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_25_at_6_51_01_PM_522fc6acf8.png)\n\n[Lavender](https://www.verilife.com/ny/menu/verilife-albany-ny)\n20:1 Lavender from matter is a calming Indica strain whose ancestry includes cannabis plants from around the world. Lavender has an overall THC content of 16.68 percent, plus numerous terpenes and cannabinoid compounds including CBD, THCa, and THC.\n\n### Blue Dream\n\n![Blue Dream cannabis strain](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_25_at_6_52_17_PM_6668c8d92b.png)\n\n[Blue Dream](https://www.verilife.com/ny/menu/verilife-amherst-ny)\n20:1 Blue Dream from matter is a Sativa strain that might be good for cannabis newcomers to try. With a THC content of 14.73 percent, Blue Dream smells and tastes like sweet fruit.\n\n### SKN Extra Strength\n\n![SKN Extra Strength cannabis flower by Curaleaf](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_25_at_6_53_29_PM_977f77f8c5.png)\n\n[SKN Extra Strength](https://www.verilife.com/ny/menu/verilife-amherst-ny) SKN is a Sativa strain from Curaleaf that's available as a ground flower. SKN has a high THC to CBD ratio, with 22.60 percent THC to 0.13 percent CBD, plus an assortment of other cannabinoids and terpenes.\n\n### Fruity OG\n\n![Fruity OG cannabis flower](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_25_at_6_54_50_PM_fc0cd6b34d.png)\n\n[Fruity OG](https://www.verilife.com/ny/menu/verilife-amherst-ny)\nFruity OG is an Indica strain from matter with a sweet taste reminiscent of breakfast cereals. \nFruity OG has a relatively low THC content at 12.40 percent, along with numerous terpenes and other cannabinoid compounds.\n\nThe best medical marijuana strains offer relief for the symptoms of many health conditions. Now, residents of New York can add flower to the many options available in their state's legal cannabis dispensaries. \n\n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\n\nIt's easy to get your medical 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 start purchasing medical cannabis today.\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5037593984962405,"src":"/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/14b42/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.jpg","srcSet":"/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/f836f/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.jpg 200w,\n/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/2244e/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.jpg 400w,\n/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/14b42/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.jpg 800w,\n/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/47498/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.jpg 1200w,\n/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/0e329/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.jpg 1600w,\n/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/545e0/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.jpg 7360w","srcWebp":"/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/58556/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/61e93/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.webp 200w,\n/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/1f5c5/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.webp 400w,\n/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/58556/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.webp 800w,\n/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/99238/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.webp 1200w,\n/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/7c22d/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.webp 1600w,\n/static/af11019a111172ed50fbbc29216ead74/2565d/9ece53acfb1668e22ad5e43e06a016cd.webp 7360w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3819-markdown","title":"The 5 Best Cannabis Products for Sleep in Missouri ","slug":"the-5-best-cannabis-products-for-sleep-in-missouri","content":"Sleep disorders [can affect anyone at any age](https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/sleep-facts-statistics), even children. Whether you're having a few sleepless nights or a chronic struggle to get the recommended seven-plus hours of steady sleep, insomnia can disrupt daily life and contribute to long-term health issues. Standard treatments for insomnia include holistic remedies, lifestyle changes, and a variety of prescription and over-the-counter sleep medications.\n\n![What does healthy sleep look like?](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_6_12_47_PM_108495d9b6.png)\n\nNow, a growing body of research reveals that cannabis can offer safe and effective relief from insomnia without the side effects of common sleep medications. And today, adults in Missouri with a qualifying medical condition can choose from a variety of quality cannabis products designed to promote a good night's sleep.\n\n### Insomnia is a Common Problem \n\nInsomnia is a broad term that describes a persistent problem with falling asleep or staying asleep. It's one of several recognized sleep disorders, and because it has many causes, it can be difficult to treat. [Common causes of insomnia](https://www.sleepfoundation.org/insomnia/what-causes-insomnia) include:\n\n- Chronic pain\n- Anxiety\n- Depression\n- Medication\n- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)\n- Shift work or other causes of irregular and interrupted sleep schedules\n- Foods and beverages\n- Lifestyle factors - such as distracting surroundings or habits \n\nFor many people, lifestyle changes that promote better conditions for sleep can resolve simple insomnia, and so can adopting healthier routines that include changes in diet and drinking habits. But some of the most common contributors to insomnia may call for other interventions.\n\n![Cannabis can help you sleep better.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_7_07_01_PM_caace57c88.png)\n\n\nChronic pain from conditions such as arthritis, migraine, and cancer can cause nighttime discomforts that interfere with sleep. Anxiety also contributes to sleeplessness, and it's on the rise thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. Rates of depression and other mental health issues are rising in the US and worldwide, which can also contribute to disrupted sleep.\n\nPeople with Insomnia can turn to a variety of non-prescription sleep aids or get a prescription for pharmaceuticals. These medications can have side effects that range from dizziness and a \"hungover\" feeling to engaging in sleepwalking and other daytime activities such as driving while under the influence of sleep medication. \n\n![Sweet Chem flower is a relaxing Indica](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_11_59_48_AM_90d80c94aa.png)\n\nA more natural approach to alleviating sleepless nights is the use of cannabis. The many compounds and terpenes in [cannabis work with the body's regulatory systems](https://hellomd.com/articles/5-sleep-disorders-cannabis-can-help-alleviate) to relieve pain, anxiety, and other issues that may interfere with sleep. Plus, cannabis does not have the same unwanted side effects that other sleep medications are known to create.\n\n### Cannabis: A Natural Sleep Aid\n\nIn addition to helping people sleep better, cannabis has many [science-backed health benefits](https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/medical-marijuana-faq). Cannabis contains more than a hundred known cannabinoids that work with the body's endocannabinoid system or ECS. The ECS is an extensive network of cell receptors that respond similarly to the natural cannabinoid chemicals our body produces and those produced by plant sources such as cannabis.\n\n![Vaping cannabis may help you sleep better.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_7_08_39_PM_7669193817.png)\n\nThe endocannabinoid system plays a significant role in keeping the body's many subsystems in balance and moderating brain pathways related to mood and pain signaling. Cannabis cannabinoids such as THC (delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol), along with many other compounds and terpenes, affect ECS receptors throughout the body and brain to provide pain relief and promote feelings of calm and relaxation. In that way, cannabis [can make it easier to get and stay asleep](https://hellomd.com/articles/finding-relief-from-insomnia-with-cannabis) without the risks and side effects of popular sleep aids.  \n\n![Your cannabis can contain THC which can turn into CBN over time.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_6_29_36_PM_05e85fb683.png)\n\nCannabis products for sleep come in various forms for smoking, vaping, or consuming, so there's an option for everyone in Missouri with a valid medical cannabis card.\n\n### Medical Cannabis is Legal in Missouri\n\nCannabis [became legal in Missouri](https://www.mpp.org/states/missouri/) for medical use in 2018, so adults can now visit dispensaries throughout the state with a valid medical card. Although recreational use was decriminalized in 2014, it remains illegal. \n\nFor now, anyone with a card can choose from a variety of quality cannabis products designed to support restful sleep. \n\nHere are five options for cannabis products in Missouri that help people get a good night's sleep.\n\n[Amend Sleep 2:1 Tablets](https://www.3rdstreetdispensary.shop/stores/3rd-street-dispensary/product/amend-sleep-2-1-tablets-110mg)\nAmend Sleep 2:1 tablets from Beleaf Medical support relaxation and healthy sleep with a high CBD formulation that also contains sleep-supporting melatonin. These tablets contain twice as much CBD as THC, which helps to regulate sleep cycles and reduce anxiety that interferes with sleep.  \n\n### Soothe 1:20 RATIO Vape Pen\n\n![Soothe 1:20 RATIO Vape Pen](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_04_at_2_38_15_PM_3b079e9364.png)\n\n\n[Soothe 1:20 RATIO Vape Pen](https://www.3rdstreetdispensary.shop/stores/3rd-street-dispensary/product/soothe-1-20-ratio-vape-pen)\nVaping can be a healthier alternative to smoking cannabis, and RATIO vape pens are dose-controlled, which makes it easy to get the right amount every time. The Soothe 1:20 RATIO vape pen from New Growth Horizon contains a high-CBD, low THC blend that supports relaxation and reduces anxiety for better sleep.\n\n### Rural Route CBD Tincture\n\n![Rural Route CBD Oil](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_04_at_2_36_58_PM_ffda54e106.png)\n\n\n[Rural Route CBD Tincture](https://www.clovrdispensary.com/browse)\nTinctures absorb quickly under the tongue and are fast acting. They can also be added to foods and beverages. With 1500 mg of soothing CBD, the Rural Route CBD tincture also contains a blend of other cannabinoids, plus organic mint extract for a full spectrum tincture that can ease pain and relieve the anxiety that can cause insomnia.\n\n### Care by Design 2:1 Tincture\n\n![Care By Design 2:1 CBD & THC tincture](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_04_at_2_35_29_PM_8d0a3dcdd0.png)\n\n\n[Care by Design 2:1 Tincture](https://www.clovrdispensary.com/browse)\nCare by Design's 2:1 tincture contains 300 mg of CBD to 150 mg of THC – a combination that supports relaxation and eases chronic pain. This Care by Design tincture is sugar and additive-free and contains additional minor cannabinoids for natural sleep support.\n\n### Wana Blueberry Sour Gummies\n\n![Wana Blueberry Sour Gummies](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_04_at_2_34_20_PM_bc8328e90e.png)\n\n[Wana Blueberry Sour Gummies](https://www.wanabrands.com/product/blueberry-indica-il-med/) are an indica edible gummy may do the trick for getting a good night's sleep. These not-too-sweet, not-too-tart gummies are infused with an indica distillate to promote feelings of relaxation and calm. They don't melt in intense heat and are full of 30+ terpenes. Taken an hour before bedtime, you may get your Zzzz's sooner rather than later.\n\nAbout one in ten Americans experience insomnia that interferes with daily life, and the number rises with age. Because it works with the body's systems, cannabis can support sleep safely and naturally, without the side effects of common sleep aids. Now, Missouri residents with a valid medical cannabis card can choose from various quality cannabis products for getting a good night's sleep.\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,/9j/2wBDABALDA4MChAODQ4SERATGCgaGBYWGDEjJR0oOjM9PDkzODdASFxOQERXRTc4UG1RV19iZ2hnPk1xeXBkeFxlZ2P/2wBDARESEhgVGC8aGi9jQjhCY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2P/wgARCAALABQDASIAAhEBAxEB/8QAFgABAQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAwAC/8QAFAEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAf/aAAwDAQACEAMQAAABwZOixyf/xAAbEAABBAMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABAAIDEBIhMv/aAAgBAQABBQJxxEZC0VJ06v/EABQRAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABD/2gAIAQMBAT8BP//EABQRAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABD/2gAIAQIBAT8BP//EABYQAQEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEQAP/aAAgBAQAGPwKmJ//EAB0QAQABAwUAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEAESExQVFhcaH/2gAIAQEAAT8hrnkC3XnuCVTETn1lwneVZ//aAAwDAQACAAMAAAAQr8//xAAWEQEBAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARARD/2gAIAQMBAT8QgZ//xAAWEQEBAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARARD/2gAIAQIBAT8Qq5//xAAaEAEBAQADAQAAAAAAAAAAAAABEQAhMVFh/9oACAEBAAE/EBSqnEHqZ8IeqrB33rhtaYqIxOaPG/JdJQYHm//Z","aspectRatio":1.7699115044247788,"src":"/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/14b42/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg","srcSet":"/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/f836f/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 200w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/2244e/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 400w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/14b42/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 800w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/47498/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 1200w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/0e329/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 1600w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/3ee49/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.jpg 5440w","srcWebp":"/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/58556/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/61e93/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 200w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/1f5c5/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 400w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/58556/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 800w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/99238/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 1200w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/7c22d/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 1600w,\n/static/d1c0d107ec3f214bfead3e99309753fe/c1b7c/b30a69658498628891c257d5f2c038c6.webp 5440w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3661-markdown","title":"Top Cannabis Strains for a  Fun-Loving, Social Summer","slug":"top-cannabis-strains-for-a-fun-loving-social-summer","content":"As summer rolls in and COVID restrictions start to lift and the world opens back up, the horizons are looking a little brighter. If you're lucky, you may have noticed backyard BBQ invites rolling in again, lazy afternoons at the beach with friends, and a few other signals that are helping to make life feel normal again. Fingers crossed, knock on wood, it's time to start the engines as we peel past a global pandemic and into summer high season - pun intended.\n\nAs the days get longer and we can enjoy one another's company again, [cannabis is a great way to ease social anxiety](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/the-connection-between-marijuana-and-anxiety) and [increase a sense of connection](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/can-cannabis-decrease-social-anxiety-as-the-covid-pandemic-winds-down) to the ones we love. It can also help soothe away the tensions held from a year of working from home.\n\nHere we list our favorite summertime strains to keep you feeling light, relaxed and grateful for the renewed good vibes.\n\n![Hello1-min (7).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello1_min_7_b010be192e.png)\n\n### [Super Lemon Haze](https://hellomd.com/strains/super-lemon-haze)\n\nThe child of Lemon Skunk and Super Silver Haze, Super Lemon Haze is an award-winning triumph that holds a high level of terpenes and a super citrusy aroma. The buds are super elongated and sticky with a THC content of between 15-25%. It's well-known to have a stimulating cerebral effect with an incredibly tangy and lemony taste. The effects are uniquely energetic and lively and good for those that want to get the party started.\n\n![Hello2-min (7).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello2_min_7_1f0ce98028.png)\n\n### [Dirty Girl](https://hellomd.com/strains/dirty-girl/)\n\nDirty Girl is a tropical delight, swimming in citrus flavor and exuding the personality of a Caribbean Island. Dirty Girl is from British Columbia and is a cross of Cinderella 99 and Arcata Lemon Wreck. Its THC content hovers around 25%, and it is known to give an energizing and smooth buzz. The bid has yellowish hairs and a sticky terpene profile reminiscent of Pine-Sol, or a walk in the woods. Smoking Dirty Girl will lead to feeling focused, uplifted, and motivated enough to tackle to-do lists. She may also leave you feeling more talkative, which is great for getting back into the social game.\n\n![Hello3-min (6).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello3_min_6_4c804cb2e4.png)\n\n### [CandyLand](https://hellomd.com/strains/candyland/)\n\nWho doesn't love a good game of Candyland? This strain is known for its playful and energizing effects and was born out of the California hillsides. Candyland is crossed with Granddaddy Purple and Platinum Girl Scout Cookies. It's a Sativa-dominant hybrid with THC content, and watch out as its THC content can go as high as 29%. It's both earthy and sweet with a dense trichome coverage that smells of berry and pine. Candyland is a strain known for getting people out of their shell as it's uplifting, happy, and a good combination of relaxation and stimulation.\n\n![Hello4-min (7).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello4_min_7_bfdd72c79a.png)\n\n### [Doug's Varin](https://hellomd.com/strains/doug's-varin)\n\nDoug's Varin is one of the few strains you can find reliably having a high THCV content. The strain boasts an unprecedented 6:7 THC to THCV ratio. It provides a clear-headed and focused high with bursts of energy that is well-known for mental stimulation. With an earthy, pine aroma with sweet citrus notes, there are hints of lemon and wood. This is a great choice for a long walk out in nature or if you need to focus on a new project.\n\n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\nIt's easy to get your medical document with the online [Telehealth service HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/get-started/). Register, pay, and receive an online medical consultation with a licensed practitioner and start purchasing medical cannabis today.\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1,"src":"/static/fc26d273406224b788d604f742b913ba/ee604/09a9874405507f413d779f1e3809d0b5.png","srcSet":"/static/fc26d273406224b788d604f742b913ba/69585/09a9874405507f413d779f1e3809d0b5.png 200w,\n/static/fc26d273406224b788d604f742b913ba/497c6/09a9874405507f413d779f1e3809d0b5.png 400w,\n/static/fc26d273406224b788d604f742b913ba/ee604/09a9874405507f413d779f1e3809d0b5.png 800w,\n/static/fc26d273406224b788d604f742b913ba/dc6d1/09a9874405507f413d779f1e3809d0b5.png 837w","srcWebp":"/static/fc26d273406224b788d604f742b913ba/58556/09a9874405507f413d779f1e3809d0b5.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/fc26d273406224b788d604f742b913ba/61e93/09a9874405507f413d779f1e3809d0b5.webp 200w,\n/static/fc26d273406224b788d604f742b913ba/1f5c5/09a9874405507f413d779f1e3809d0b5.webp 400w,\n/static/fc26d273406224b788d604f742b913ba/58556/09a9874405507f413d779f1e3809d0b5.webp 800w,\n/static/fc26d273406224b788d604f742b913ba/1aee8/09a9874405507f413d779f1e3809d0b5.webp 837w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2942-markdown","title":"Do Cannabis Products Go Bad or Expire? ","slug":"do-cannabis-products-go-bad-or-expire","content":"Most food products and many medicines come with a sell-by or use-by date. These labels let consumers know when a product is outdated and may no longer be safe to use. \n\nNow that cannabis products are moving into the mainstream, many of these products must include expiration dates on their packaging. \n\nBut do [cannabis products have a shelf life](https://www.analyticalcannabis.com/posters/predictive-modeling-for-cannabinoid-stability-over-shelf-life-309758)? What can you do to make your cannabis products stay fresh and viable as long as possible?\n\nThe answer, as with many things marijuana related, is complicated. Cannabis comes in many different forms, such as:\n\n* [Edibles](https://hellomd.com/tag/edible/)\n* [Tinctures](https://hellomd.com/tag/tincture/)\n* [Topicals](https://hellomd.com/articles/4-top-cbd-topicals-for-summer-skin-care/)\n* [Concentrates](https://hellomd.com/tag/concentrate/) \n\nThese products are the result of various extraction and preparation processes. So, you may be thinking that cannabis flower would be the best way to consume marijuana without other ingredients that can make it go bad. But whether you’re consuming cannabis flower or an extract, improper storage methods can affect a product’s viability, too. \n\nThese factors can combine and interact to affect how long a product stays fresh and potent and whether using it poses any health risks.  \n\n![Hello2-min (5).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello2_min_5_32d4dcf959.png)\n\n### What Affects Cannabis Shelf Life?\n\nThe sell-by and use-by dates on the labels of foods and medications give buyers a sense of how long a product is likely to stay fresh and deliver its promised content. But it’s not always clear what happens if someone uses a product after these dates. \n\n* Products may not taste as good as the fresh version. \n* Other products may not be as potent if important ingredients degrade. \n* Some products may be harmful if bacteria develops or key ingredients degrade into other substances.\n\nAll three of these things can happen with cannabis products as well.\n\nOver time, [terpenes and cannabinoids in various cannabis products can degrade](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28207408). This can cause them to lose potency so that they have a weaker effect—or no effect at all. \n\nDepending on how they’re processed, cannabinoids can degrade into different kinds of cannabinoids with different effects than expected. Some ingredients in cannabis can become harmful due to chemical processes that happen over longer periods. External toxins like mold and mildew can also develop on cannabis stored improperly for a long time.\n\n![Hello1-min (5).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello1_min_5_e3707947fe.png)\n\n### What Happens to Cannabis with Improper Storage\n\nLight, heat, and moisture can affect the shelf life of dried cannabis, causing it to degrade, lose potency, or develop harmful fungus and mold. But these problems are largely due to improper storage. Excess heat can dry out cannabis, causing terpenes and cannabinoids to degrade. \n\nWhen the molecules in cannabis terpenes and cannabinoids degrade, the result can be a change in the effects of the product or its potency. Tetrahydrocannabinol ([THC](https://www.hellomd.com/tag/thc)), the ingredient in cannabis that can get you high, can degrade into another cannabinoid, called cannabinol ([CBN](https://www.hellomd.com/tag/cbn)), when exposed to UV rays and oxygen. CBN, which has a different molecular structure than that of THC, typically causes drowsiness rather than an intense high.\n\nHigh humidity, especially when combined with poor storage practices, can cause mildew and mold to develop in cannabis flower. Inhaling mold spores can cause health problems ranging from mild allergic reactions to severe lung infections and chronic symptoms like shortness of breath and wheezing.  \n\n![Hello8-min (1).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello8_min_1_77aa2d7e0d.png)\n\n### How Marijuana Production Impacts Their Shelf Life\n\nThe [shelf life of cannabis products](https://www.mdpi.com/2218-0532/84/3/567/htm) depends partly on how they’re produced. Take extracts, for example. Cannabis extracts like wax and shatter, and others are produced by extraction processes that aim to preserve as many terpenes and cannabinoids as possible. But depending on the extraction method, impurities like lipids, or fats, from the cannabis plant and other substances can remain. \n\nSolvent-free extraction processes leave behind more impurities than those that involve solvents. A secondary filtration process using solvents, called winterization, can eliminate more impurities. But this kind of heavy processing can cause valuable terpenes and cannabinoids to degrade more quickly.\n\nCannabis extracts that contain high levels of lipids, or fats, can become harmful if they linger past their expiration date. Over time, these fats can oxidize so that if someone smokes or dabs the product at higher temperatures, they can release toxins. Pure or nearly pure extracts, such as those used in tinctures and emulsions, can lose potency quickly as terpenes degrade.\n\n![Hello6-min (3).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello6_min_3_02f5ccb060.png)\n\n### Other Ingredients Affect Cannabis Shelf Life\n\nCombining cannabis with other ingredients can also affect its potency and viability. Cannabis extracts in products like creams, salves, and ointments may last longer than cannabis extracts alone do, thanks to the stabilizing effects of ingredients like oils, fragrances, and other medicinal substances. But oils, including cannabis oil, can also become rancid after long periods, especially if consumers don’t properly store them. \n\nThe same is true of edibles. Cannabis is just one ingredient in a product like gummies or brownies. The other ingredients in these products are no different from products that don’t contain cannabis. Like any other foodstuffs, they can degrade relatively quickly.\n\nEdibles often have an expiration date clearly stated on the product label. This date reflects the product’s shelf life based on its overall ingredient list.\n\n![Hello3-min (4).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello3_min_4_642153391f.png)\n\n### How to Extend the Shelf Life of Cannabis Products\n\nLight, heat, and moisture are the enemies of cannabis products of all kinds. It’s important to store products in cool (not cold), dark and dry places to keep them fresh for as long as possible. \n\nCannabis flower should be stored in airtight containers away from heat and light. Also, oils and concentrates should be kept away from excess heat and light that can cause ingredients to degrade or oxidize.  \n\nFor products that contain cannabis alongside many other ingredients, such as edibles or topical creams and ointments, follow standard storage instructions and any provided sell-by dates for the products you have. \n\nUse logic and read labels when it comes to edibles. If you didn’t want to eat a dried-out cannabis-free brownie lurking in the back of your cupboard, you wouldn’t want to eat one with cannabis in it either.\n\n![Hello5-min (4).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello5_min_4_6bd1ba522e.png)\n\n### How Long Can Cannabis Products Last?\n\nStored properly, many cannabis products can remain fresh, safe, and potent for months, or even a year:\n\n* Dried cannabis flower can remain viable for six months to a year. \n* Concentrates as waxes or dabs can typically stay usable for several months, and cannabis oils can stay fresh for a year or more when stored away from light and heat. \n* Most cannabis edibles, except for candies and lozenges, have a relatively short shelf life, largely because of their other food ingredients. So, it’s important to follow label guidelines about storing and using these products. \n* Topicals can last much longer—up to a year or more when stored properly.\n\nThe expected shelf life of cannabis products depends on a multitude of factors. But careful storage and attention to a product’s labeling can help you get the most out of your favorite cannabis products.\n\n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\n\nIt's easy to get your medical document with the online [Telehealth service HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/get-started/). Register, pay, and receive an online medical consultation with a licensed practitioner and start purchasing medical cannabis today.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1,"src":"/static/7a88cad9182ac4578239351d1ad3a3c4/97f33/80359dfbd7d5e0a20910d135bed4a4ce.png","srcSet":"/static/7a88cad9182ac4578239351d1ad3a3c4/69585/80359dfbd7d5e0a20910d135bed4a4ce.png 200w,\n/static/7a88cad9182ac4578239351d1ad3a3c4/497c6/80359dfbd7d5e0a20910d135bed4a4ce.png 400w,\n/static/7a88cad9182ac4578239351d1ad3a3c4/97f33/80359dfbd7d5e0a20910d135bed4a4ce.png 483w","srcWebp":"/static/7a88cad9182ac4578239351d1ad3a3c4/e4e06/80359dfbd7d5e0a20910d135bed4a4ce.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/7a88cad9182ac4578239351d1ad3a3c4/61e93/80359dfbd7d5e0a20910d135bed4a4ce.webp 200w,\n/static/7a88cad9182ac4578239351d1ad3a3c4/1f5c5/80359dfbd7d5e0a20910d135bed4a4ce.webp 400w,\n/static/7a88cad9182ac4578239351d1ad3a3c4/e4e06/80359dfbd7d5e0a20910d135bed4a4ce.webp 483w","sizes":"(max-width: 483px) 100vw, 483px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3818-markdown","title":"The 5 Best Cannabis Products for Sleep in Pennsylvania","slug":"the-5-best-cannabis-products-for-sleep-in-pennsylvania","content":"A good night’s sleep is key to good health. But although experts recommend getting at least seven hours of sleep every night, [more than a third of Americans are missing out](https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/sleep-facts-statistics). Insomnia and other sleep disorders contribute to daytime sleepiness and poor concentration. Some research suggests these problems might also play a part in developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. \n\nThere are various solutions for treating sleep disorders. They range from [holistic remedies](https://hellomd.com/articles/a-holistic-approach-to-alleviating-insomnia) like herbal teas and meditation to a variety of prescription and non-prescription sleep aids which are capable of causing unpleasant side effects.\n\n![Wake up refreshed after consuming cannabis.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_7_19_05_PM_672aa3644e.png)\n\nResearch reveals that cannabis can be an [effective and natural sleep aid](https://hellomd.com/articles/5-sleep-disorders-cannabis-can-help-alleviate) that works with the body’s system to promote relaxation and relieve issues such as anxiety and chronic pain that can sometimes interfere with sleep. Adults in Pennsylvania who have a valid medical cannabis card can now choose from many cannabis products to make falling asleep easier. \n\nAt the bottom of this article we take a look at five of the best cannabis products for sleep in Pennsylvania.\n\n### Sleep Disorders are Common\n\n[Sleep disorders](https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/sleep-disorders/what-are-sleep-disorders)\n can affect just about anyone, even children, and become more common as we age. The term “sleep disorder” includes a variety of conditions that prevent people from getting enough sleep, including narcolepsy, sleep apnea, and insomnia. \n\n Of these, insomnia - trouble falling asleep or staying asleep - is the most common, affecting an estimated one in ten people at some time in their lives. Insomnia can be short-term or chronic, and because it has so many causes, it can be difficult to treat. \n\nCommon [contributors to insomnia](https://www.sleepfoundation.org/insomnia/what-causes-insomnia) include:\n\n- Anxiety\n- Numerous health conditions, such as restless leg syndrome\n- Chronic or acute pain\n- Medications and treatments\n- PTSD\n- Irregular sleep schedules, such as shift work\n- Distracting surroundings\n- Certain foods\n\nSome causes of insomnia can be easily remedied, such as avoiding certain foods before bedtime or rearranging the bedroom. Many people turn to the prescription drug Ambien, which has side effects ranging from dizziness and daytime fuzziness to a “sleep-wake” condition called parasomnia. This condition causes people to engage in wake time activities like driving or even shopping while under the influence of prescription sleep medication.   \n\n![Indica strains are better for a good night's sleep.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_7_14_23_PM_2f2ea5bcfb.png)\n\n### Cannabis Supports Sleep Naturally\n\nCannabis has many therapeutic applications-including helping people sleep better. The compounds and terpenes in this ancient plant are similar to cannabinoid-like chemicals naturally produced by the body. They activate the same network of cell receptors called CB1 and CB2, which are found throughout the organs in our bodies. \n\nThis network of receptors is called the [endocannabinoid system (ECS)](https://www.cannabinoidclinical.com/cannabinoid-science), and it plays a significant role in maintaining balance among our body’s systems, including those that regulate pain signaling, mood, relaxation, and even arousal.\n\n![Cannabis flower can help some people sleep better.](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_26_at_6_56_42_PM_69a74251ba.png)\n\nCBD (cannabidiol) and THC (delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol), and other cannabinoids and terpenes work with our ECS to fight insomnia. In various combinations, these compounds activate chemical pathways in the brain that modulate perceptions of pain, promote feelings of relaxation, and reduce anxiety. Since stress, anxiety, and chronic pain can contribute to insomnia, cannabis can work as a safe and natural alternative to typical prescription and non-prescription sleep aids. \n\n ### The 5 Best Cannabis Products for Sleep in Pennsylvania\n\nCannabis [has been legal](https://www.mpp.org/states/pennsylvania/summary-sb-3)  in Pennsylvania for medical purposes since 2016, but recreational purchase and use are still illegal. Smoking and consuming cannabis edibles are still prohibited too. Still, adults over 21 with a valid medical marijuana card can buy cannabis flower, tincture, oils, and other products formulated for promoting sleep. \n\nHere is a list is our list of the 5 best cannabis products for sleep in Penssylvania:\n\n### CBD Blue Dream\n\n![CBD Blue Dream is great for sleep](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_12_05_31_PM_095dfbe901.png)\n\n[CBD Blue Dream](https://www.verilife.com/pa/menu/verilife-chester-pa)\nCBD Blue Dream from Rhythm is a CBD rich cannabis flower that also contains low amounts of THC and an assortment of  terpenes including caryophyllene, linalool, myrcene, and limonene. Blue Dream’s high CBD content helps to relieve pain and reduce anxiety for a restful night’s sleep. Blue Dream is also available in a vape cartridge.\n\n### 1:1 Doze\n\n![Doze can help you sleep](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_12_10_23_PM_26a506b6fe.png)\n\n\n[1:1 Doze](https://www.verilife.com/pa/menu/verilife-chester-pa) is an Indica tincture from Dr. Solomon’s that contains equal amounts of CBD and THC, plus the minor compound CBDa and a long list of terpenes such as caryophyllene, humulene and myrcene. Tinctures are fast-acting and can be added to a variety of substances for relief of anxiety and pain that interfere with sleep.\n\n### Remedi Relax\n\n![Remedi Relax can help you sleep](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_12_09_04_PM_992308571a.png)\n\n[Remedi Relax](https://www.verilife.com/pa/menu/verilife-chester-pa)\nRemedi Relax is an Indica sublingual spray from Remedi with 2.2 percent THC. It also has a terpene profile that includes high amounts of limonene and myrcene, along with caryophyllene and pinene. Remedi Relax is absorbed quickly to relieve nighttime pain and anxiety that contribute to insomnia.\n\n### Night Rider\n\n![Night Rider vape pen can help you sleep](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_12_07_09_PM_e0c3e02e59.png)\n\n[Night Rider](https://www.verilife.com/pa/menu/verilife-chester-pa)\nNight Rider is a hybrid vape cartridge from Kind Tree that has a relatively low THC content and a terpene profile that includes considerable amounts of caryophyllene, limonene, and myrcene. Designed for use with various vape pens,  Night Rider promotes calm and relaxation for a better night’s sleep.\n\n### Sweet Chem Flower\n\n![Sweet Chem flower is a relaxing Indica](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_30_at_11_59_48_AM_90d80c94aa.png) \nSweet Chem is an Indica flower that boasts a THC content of around 28%. It is an excellent choice for those who wish to relax and unwind. The taste and aroma of Sweet Chem are reminiscent of candied lemon and ginger with a hint of spice.\n\nPoor sleep interferes with daily living in many ways, and it can have long-term effects on your health. Cannabis can promote restful sleep without the side effects of typical sleep aids - and now, Pennsylvanians with a medical marijuana card can choose from the best cannabis products for natural insomnia relief.\n\n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\n\nIt's easy to get your medical 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 start purchasing medical cannabis today.\n\n\n\n\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5037593984962405,"src":"/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/14b42/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg","srcSet":"/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/f836f/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 200w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/2244e/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 400w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/14b42/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 800w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/47498/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 1200w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/0e329/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 1600w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/208d9/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.jpg 6720w","srcWebp":"/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/58556/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/61e93/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 200w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/1f5c5/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 400w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/58556/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 800w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/99238/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 1200w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/7c22d/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 1600w,\n/static/d850b0e0aef07e5bd3f52b591f8a4ffa/d4b3d/ec7ab94dd9394d6ff3f9b5ebc93cdbac.webp 6720w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3812-markdown","title":"Top Luxury Cannabis Products for your 2021 Holiday Season","slug":"top-luxury-cannabis-products-for-your-2021-holiday-season","content":"\nRemember when consuming cannabis meant sneaking a joint behind the building? Not anymore!  Today, thanks to legalization efforts, things are dramatically different.  Not only can we consume cannabis in the light of day, we have a host of new, luxury products to choose from. Cannabis has officially gone from the basement to the VIP lounge.\n\nNew lines of high-end cannabis products bear the imprint of today's trendiest producers as well as innovative cannasseurs. Our holiday luxury list includes edibles from Nove Luxury Chocolate to  'weed' accessories by high-end interior designer Jonathan Adler. \n\nWe promise that no matter how you choose to consume your cannabis, this new world has a treat for you. Below we present our top luxury cannabis products for the 2021 holiday gift-giving season.\n\n### A New Wave of Cannabis Entrepreneurs\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-12-10 at 7.22.31 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_10_at_7_22_31_PM_8c06cb1141.png)\n\nThe high-end interior designer Jonathan Adler now makes weed accessories @jonathanadler Instagram\n\nLegalization has opened the flood gates to a new wave of cannabis entrepreneurship, as growers and manufacturers compete for new consumers who desire quality and consistency. Artisan cannabis producers are now using more mainstream branding and marketing strategies, similar to the fashion industry and other luxury goods, to promote cannabis brands and products.\n\nThese designer products broaden the appeal of cannabis, drawing in new consumers who reject the stoner image. Cannabis is now a lifestyle product similar to designer coffee or sinfully rich ice cream for these consumers. Here's a look at five of today's trendiest luxury cannabis products, suitable for giving as gifts – even as a gift to yourself.\n \n### Nove Luxury Chocolate\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-12-10 at 6.02.59 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_10_at_6_02_59_PM_1cff4b5e32.png)\n\nNove Rasberry Bramble Chocolate\n\n[Nove Luxury Chocolate](https://noveisluxury.com/explore-our-luxury-chocolate-flavors/) aims to fill a void in the market by supplying premium chocolate infused with the best quality cannabis. Their chocolate is a labor of love, combining the power of cacao and cannabis, and according to Nove, \"When cannabis and chocolate are consumed together, it leaves users with a happy, indulgent, and elevated feeling.\" Their chocolate line includes flavor profiles such as Rasberry Bramble, Island Coconut, and Glacier Mint. Nove can be found in Colorado dispensaries, and each bar retails for around $18.\n\n### MJ Flower by Canndescent \n\n![Canndescent flower with the effect Create](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_10_at_6_26_30_PM_712c0bd0d8.png)\n\nCanndescent MJ flower 'Create'\n\n[Canndescent](https://canndescent.com/) is a pioneer in creating personalized, luxury cannabis products for discerning, lifestyle-conscious consumers. They make things simple by avoiding industry jargon, instead, they market their products by their effects.  Its scientifically grown, industry-defining cannabis flower comes in 1/8th and 1 gram jars, available in each of its signature effects – Calm, Create, Connect, Cruise and Charge. Canndescent can be found in California dispensaries. Canndescent flower retails around $55 per 3.5 grams.\n\n### SensiVapes Gold Luxury Vape Pen\n\n![Sensi gold luxury vape](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_10_at_7_17_55_PM_bf9ec8d6a8.png)\n\nThe Sensi Gold Luxury Vape\n\nFor those who prefer to inhale their cannabis, [SensiVapes](https://sensiluxuryvapes.com/collections/classic-pens/products/gold-luxury-vape-pen-2-0) offers a portable vape pen created with the \"vaping connoisseur\" in mind. This gold-plated vape pen is discreet and portable, and delivers clean, potent cannabis vape every time. SensiVapes also offers a Silver plated version along with accessories such as a matching carry case. The retail price is $69.\n\n### Littlejohn's Carry Cases\n\n[Littlejohn's](https://littlejohnnewyork.com/) of New York sells designer carry cases and pouches for all your cannabis and accessories. The Stow collection includes odor-proof Slim Cases, Long Cases, Caddies, and Pouches for carrying your cannabis anywhere. All cases and pouches are made of premium fine grain leather and can be monogrammed for a personalized touch. The STOW caddy, pictured above, retails for $100.\n\n![Littlejohn's STOW carry case](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_10_at_6_30_03_PM_7d1603dda1.png)\n\nThe Stow caddy by Littlejohn\n\n### Weed Accessories by Jonathan Adler\n\n![The Weed Canister Jonathan Adler](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_12_10_at_6_35_46_PM_0d16a83042.png)\n\nWho doesn't love a [Weed Canister?](https://jonathanadler.com/products/druggist-weed-canister?variant_id=31498407510050) Jonathan Adler sells his high-end pottery to amuse and delight the discerning weed enthusiast. Products include gold rolling papers, a gold electric herb grinder, trays, humidors, and ashtrays. The Weed Canister retails for $180.\n\nCannabis has come a long way in recent years, and today's cannabis-inspired collections offer something for every MJ enthusiast. Whether you're looking for tasty edibles, elegant cocktail infusions, or tools to manage your weed, there's a product for your lifestyle!\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5873015873015872,"src":"/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/ee604/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.png","srcSet":"/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/69585/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.png 200w,\n/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/497c6/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.png 400w,\n/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/ee604/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.png 800w,\n/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/f3583/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.png 1200w,\n/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/6f376/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.png 1382w","srcWebp":"/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/58556/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/61e93/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.webp 200w,\n/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/1f5c5/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.webp 400w,\n/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/58556/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.webp 800w,\n/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/99238/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.webp 1200w,\n/static/3e609e542f3f01b0435fce9e346c3bf8/0ba35/2241499fe6da172772a23ef7bdf5d8b7.webp 1382w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3806-markdown","title":"Best Pre-Roll for Sleep in California: CALM by Canndescent","slug":"best-pre-roll-for-sleep-in-california-calm-by-canndescent","content":"Looking to find inner peace and get your Zen on? Soulful contemplation just got a little easier with the [CALM 139 pre-roll by Canndescent](https://canndescent.com/effect/). Made with ultra-premium whole flower, this potent Indica comes from the proprietary strains Canndescent has developed to illicit numerous desirable effects. \n\n![Canndescent does not allow trichomes to be wasted ](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_10_at_4_34_56_PM_ff07e376ad.png)\n\nYou won't get confused by crazy strain names with Canndescent, just scurry towards the effect you'd like to embody, such as CALM, CRUISE, CREATE, CONNECT, or CHARGE. They also classify their bud as \"virgin,\" meaning that they handpick the flower from the stem without ever disturbing the gorgeous, medicinal sticky trichomes perched atop the flower. Hold on to your [MJ terpenes](https://hellomd.com/articles/what-are-terpenes-and-what-is-their-effect) ladies and gents, those essential oils are the secret sauce behind the effects!\n\nWe chose to consumer test Canndescent's Calm 139 pre-roll because, in today's crazy world, our [anxiety levels have reached an all-time high](https://hellomd.com/articles/can-cannabis-decrease-social-anxiety-as-the-covid-pandemic-winds-down). We're 150% behind the philosophy of radical self-care; \"taking the edge off\" is no longer a luxury but a necessity for maintaining a healthy lifestyle balance! \n\n![Screen Shot 2021-11-10 at 9.47.37 AM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_10_at_9_47_37_AM_a7d068f27c.png)\n\nOur first feel-good moment with our new MJ pre-roll was when our delivery driver zoomed away, leaving us (the two \"testers\") quite literally holding the bag on the side of the street. Out came a delightful bright orange package of CALM pre-rolls, and the poppy-colored box with an elegant logo that screams luxury, akin to Hermes or Chanel. \n\nTurning over the pre-roll box, the label at the bottom says \"CALM - Read a book, sleep soundly, and find relief.\" We both nod in agreement, a silent nonverbal \"Yes!\", and walk towards the house. We plan to enjoy our new MJ acquisition in my sunny California garden - which also happens to feature the finest array of succulents this side of the Missippi.\n\n![CALM individual pre-roll by Canndascent](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_10_at_9_48_21_AM_41d423cc6f.png)\n\n\nSitting down on two comfy chaise lounges, we inspect the pre-roll box and slide it open. Inside rest six individual pre-rolls, nicely separated from one another with Canndescent printed horizontally down the filter. The packaging has a specific wow-factor, like a celebration in a box, that now seems to put other pre-roll brands to shame.\n\nOn their site, Canndescent claims to be, \"the first luxury cannabis brand, is an ultra-premium, effects-based product line designed to help consumers select flower based on their individual needs.\" Right now, I feel the need to be relaxed in my sun-dappled garden, so I take out the first one gram pre-roll jay, hand one to my fellow tester, and we light up.\n\n![Relaxing in a back garden with Canndescent effects-based pre-rolls](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_10_at_4_35_27_PM_bd0672019b.png)\n\nThe first hint of scent as the smoke wafts upwards is both spicy and earthy. After a draw, the spicy, earthy flavor gives way to a hint of pine, with a delicate flavor left in the mouth.  CALM has three main terpenes [myrcene](https://hellomd.com/articles/know-your-cannabis-terpenes-myrcene), limonene, and caryophellene which shore up and magnify the full body and head high that washes over us like a warm breeze. CALM feels gentle and doesn't impose the couch-lock associated with many Indica strains; it has a smooth intake, and a full-body relaxation ensues. Other reviews compare CALM to Kush strains, and we both concur.\n\nTen minutes after our first few puffs, we lean back and enjoy watching a sweet hummingbird dart from one lavender flower to the next. We both feel relaxed, yet fully present. CALM lives up to its name. [Shop for Canndescent effects-based products](https://canndescent.com/#products) on the Canndescent site.\n\nIf you are new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://new-design--hellomd-us.netlify.app/articles/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's 100% online, private and efficient.  \n\n\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.2269938650306749,"src":"/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/ee604/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.png","srcSet":"/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/69585/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.png 200w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/497c6/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.png 400w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/ee604/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.png 800w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/d7187/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.png 832w","srcWebp":"/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/58556/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/61e93/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.webp 200w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/1f5c5/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.webp 400w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/58556/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.webp 800w,\n/static/c16382e056ebf963f9bbe0bba2bae840/49915/8e3bfb440318717003616f9d7623ba18.webp 832w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3805-markdown","title":"The 7 Best Raw Garden Products in California","slug":"the-7-best-raw-garden-products-in-california","content":"California has been [leading the MJ revolution](https://www.latimes.com/politics/story/2021-11-03/california-changed-the-country-with-weed-legalization-is-it-high-time-for-the-feds-to-catch-up) since 1996 when the Golden State became the\nfirst to legalize MJ for medical purposes. Now, California leads the country again in crop production and is home to many of the world's leading cultivators.\n\nTopping the list of California's innovative and environmentally friendly brands is [Raw Garden](https://rawgarden.farm/), a [Clean Green Certified grower](https://cleangreencertified.com/directory/) using [state of the art cryogenic freezing techniques](https://rawgarden.farm/our-process/)\n to bring its consumers some of the freshest, purest products available today.\n\n![shutterstock_1757583590-min.jpg](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/shutterstock_1757583590_min_1d97f8cf03.jpg)\n\n### Raw Garden Products: All-Natural and Additive Free\n\nAt Raw Garden, it's all about the whole plant and nothing but the whole plant.  Raw Garden manages [all stages of growing and producing](https://rawgarden.farm/our-farm/)\n its line of patented Live Resin products with sustainable, natural processes designed to preserve all the compounds and terpenes at peak potency.\n\nRaw Garden's all-natural array of Live Resin and Live Sauce products starts with a research team of scientists dedicated to eco-conscious breeding practices. This process yields the strains used in Raw Garden's resins, waxes, and other products.  Their product lines are made exclusively from the farm's seeds, which are grown using Clean Green Certified practices for sustainable, organic agriculture.\n\n![Raw Garden has California's best selling extracts](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_10_at_4_57_33_PM_eb6e989e77.png)\n\n### Clean Green Certification is Organic & Chemical Free\n\nMJ isn't a federally recognized agricultural crop; as such, it's not subject to the USDA standards for \"organic\" produce. But [Clean Green Certification](https://cleangreencertified.com/)\n fills that gap. Clean Green Certified is the leading global certifier for MJ growers and manufacturers, and the organization establishes best practices for sustainable, pesticide-free, organic cultivation and processing without artificial ingredients of any kind.\n\nRaw Garden has been producing Clean Green Certified oils and concentrates since 2015. They use zero pesticides on growing plants and no artificial additives in processing and producing concentrates. RG is committed to total transparency, and lab reports for each strain and product [are available for anyone to view](https://rawgarden.farm/lab-results/) on the company website, and ingredients are clearly labeled on every product to show that it contains nothing artificial.\n\n![Raw Garden vape pen with a live resin cartridge](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_09_at_4_38_02_PM_03c3f74ac5.png)\n\n### Innovative Harvesting Practices Preserves Freshness\nRaw Garden brings you the freshest essence of the plant with a unique cryogenic freezing technique that captures the whole plant while green and alive. In that way,  all its [terpenes and compounds](https://hellomd.com/articles/terpene-and-cannabinoid-combos-that-boost-cannabiss-effects) are at peak freshness, with no chance to dry out or loss of any flavor.\n\nRaw Garden's process produces 100 percent pure oils and terpenes with nothing artificial added, and these concentrates form the basis for all Raw Garden products. Consumers can be sure that they're purchasing high-quality products free of harmful additives and supporting environmentally sustainable farming practices at the same time.  \n\n![Refined live resin is a new product created by Raw Garden](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_09_at_2_21_28_PM_001459f30b.png)\n\n### Raw Garden Specializes in Refined Live Resin\n\nRaw Garden stands apart from other brands in the industry with the creation of refined live resin. RG created a new product through an innovative process that begins with live resin, and then they remove impurities like waxes, fats, and tannins. The result is the Raw Garden Refined Live Resin™. All RG products come from single source fresh frozen flowers with no artificial ingredients or only native terpenes are added.\n\n\n### The 7 Best Raw Garden Products in California\n\nHere's a look at seven of Raw Garden's best MJ products, available for purchase from over 800 quality retailers throughout California. Each product line includes a full lab report for each new release, with detailed information on terpenes and compounds.\n\n![Live Resin Diamonds by Raw Garden](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_09_at_2_07_57_PM_08f60b8697.png)\n\n[Refined Live Resin Diamonds](https://rawgarden.farm/products/diamonds/)\nRefined Live Resin Diamonds is made using high-quality organically based farming techniques.  Refined Live Resin is a new product created by Raw Garden, and it's made by refining out all impurities, such as fats, waxes, and tannin. These crystalline concentrates contain 100 percent oil and\n[terpenes](https://hellomd.com/articles/what-are-cannabis-terpenes-and-how-do-they-work)  in varying proportions of MJ compounds. Recent releases include Guava Lemonade and Meadow Walker Diamonds.\n\n![Live Resin Crushed Diamonds](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_09_at_2_08_48_PM_cda5fa93a5.png)\n\n[Refined Live Resin Crushed Diamonds](https://rawgarden.farm/products/crushed-diamonds/)\n\nRaw Garden's Live Resin Crushed Diamonds delivers high potency and flavor as the original Live Resin Diamonds, but they're more versatile and easier to use. This crushed crystalline concentrate can be added to most prerolls or other methods of consumption.  Latest releases include Lemon Orchard and Sour Peach Crushed Diamonds.\n\n![Live Resin Vape Cartridges by Raw Garden](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_09_at_2_09_41_PM_507b4a30ef.png)\n\n[Refined Live Resin Cartridges for Vape Pens](https://rawgarden.farm/products/thc-cartridge/)\n\nRaw Garden's Refined Live Resin Cartridges are designed to be used in the RG vape device. Cartridges contain only single-source high potency compounds and terpenes, with no added fillers, flavors, or additives. New flavor releases include Honeysuckle Tea, Lemon Juice Jones, and White Hibiscus.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-11-09 at 2.11.02 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_09_at_2_11_02_PM_c9bb7267d1.png)\n\n[Refined Live Resin Ready to Use Vape Pen](https://rawgarden.farm/products/ready-to-use/)\n\nRaw Garden's ready-to-use vape device contains an array of the company's Refined Live Resin concentrates in a convenient, easy-to-use device.  The vape pen has a rechargeable battery for reuse and can be decoupled from the cartridge for safe disposal. \nIt's available in varieties including Sweet Skunk, Tropical Cream, and Kush Cake Cookies.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-11-09 at 2.11.34 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_09_at_2_11_34_PM_6c99da01b4.png)\n\n[Refined Live Resin Pax Pod](https://rawgarden.farm/products/pax-pod/)\n\nLike all their other products, Raw Garden's high-potency Pax Pods are made from 100 percent flower, with all the natural compounds, aroma, and flavor.  They can be used with the Pax Era Pro, which automatically heats each pod to an optimal temperature, giving you complete control over your cannabis experience every time.  Recent releases include Banana Slurm and High Roller Pax.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-11-09 at 2.12.01 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_09_at_2_12_01_PM_70930ad02e.png)\n\n[Raw Garden Live Sauce](https://rawgarden.farm/products/live-sauce/)\n\nWetter and softer than Live Resin, Raw Garden's Live Sauce is rich in terpenes and whole-plant compounds, perfect for topping off a bowl. Each product contains 100 percent flower oil and terpenes. Recent flavor releases include Green Mango, Purple Flame, and Key Lime Live Sauce.\n\n![Live resin by Raw Garden](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_09_at_2_12_35_PM_29a191c429.png)\n\n[Raw Garden Live Resin](https://rawgarden.farm/products/live-resin/)\n\nLive Resin is the base for Raw Garden's full line of MJ concentrates, and it's also available on its own in multiple flavors and strain profiles. Live Resin has a drier consistency than Raw Garden's Live Sauce, and it has a lower terpene content as well, at about 4 to 7 percent.  Latest Live Resin releases include Cherry Pie Diesel and Orange Glue.\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\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.342281879194631,"src":"/static/602001335fbbdd9b4a289b23b9f7cc5d/836a1/b2315280800700eb42455adfa53eee74.png","srcSet":"/static/602001335fbbdd9b4a289b23b9f7cc5d/69585/b2315280800700eb42455adfa53eee74.png 200w,\n/static/602001335fbbdd9b4a289b23b9f7cc5d/497c6/b2315280800700eb42455adfa53eee74.png 400w,\n/static/602001335fbbdd9b4a289b23b9f7cc5d/836a1/b2315280800700eb42455adfa53eee74.png 734w","srcWebp":"/static/602001335fbbdd9b4a289b23b9f7cc5d/66c32/b2315280800700eb42455adfa53eee74.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/602001335fbbdd9b4a289b23b9f7cc5d/61e93/b2315280800700eb42455adfa53eee74.webp 200w,\n/static/602001335fbbdd9b4a289b23b9f7cc5d/1f5c5/b2315280800700eb42455adfa53eee74.webp 400w,\n/static/602001335fbbdd9b4a289b23b9f7cc5d/66c32/b2315280800700eb42455adfa53eee74.webp 734w","sizes":"(max-width: 734px) 100vw, 734px"}}}}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":0,"numPages":2,"currentPage":1,"id":5261,"name":"Flower","slug":"flower","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}