{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-tags-template-js","path":"/tag/holiday/2","result":{"data":{"allArticle":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Article_2489-markdown","title":"Recipe Roundup: Cannabis-Infused Halloween Cocktails","slug":"recipe-roundup-cannabis-infused-halloween-cocktails","content":"Halloween is the perfect low-maintenance holiday. You don’t have any big meals to cook or presents to buy. It’s all about dressing up in fun costumes and hosting friends for scary movies, pumpkin carving and socializing.\n \nIf you’re hosting or attending a Halloween shindig this year, mix up some festive cannabis-infused cocktails to take the party to the next level. We’ve included a few fun recipes we snagged online that you can make with or without alcohol.\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\n### Using a Cannabis Tincture in Your Cocktails\n\nWhen adding a cannabis tincture to your cocktail, you’ll want to be aware that tinctures are typically very potent, so it’s best to use an eyedropper to ensure small, precise doses especially if you’re using one that’s THC-dominant. If you aren’t familiar with cannabis tinctures, be sure to start low and go slow—a good rule of thumb is one drop per glass. Remember, you can always opt for a CBD tincture if you want to avoid psychoactive effects.\n \nRELATED: [VEGETABLE GLYCERIN TINCTURE: RECIPE](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/vegetable-glycerine-tincture-recipe)\n\nCheck out our round-up of three spooky cocktails that we’re betting will make you the hit of the party.\n \n### Bloody Float\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/59f1f2d3453ba8305b3478cd/embedded_images/59f1f3c2163dbc2e2f4c1c69/image1.jpg)\n\n### Ingredients\n\n>* 4 cups Concord grape juice\n>* 750 ml sparkling white wine or apple cider\n>* 1/2 cup lime juice\n>* 1 pint raspberry sorbet\n>* 8 to 10 drops cannabis tincture \n \nYields 8\n \n### How to\n\nCombine all liquids, including the cannabis tincture, into a pitcher and mix together. Place one scoop of raspberry sorbet into each glass and fill each glass with contents from the pitcher.\n\nSource: [Martha Stewart](https://www.marthastewart.com/933544/bloody-floats)\n \n### Vampire Vodka Cocktail \n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/59f1f2d3453ba8305b3478cd/embedded_images/59f1f3c3163dbc2e2f4c1c6a/image2.jpg)\n\n### Ingredients\n\nFor the syrup (yields 8): \n>* 1/2 cup light agave syrup\n>* 1/2 cup grated red beet\n>* 1/2 cup pomegranate juice\n \nFor the cocktail (yields 1): \n>* 1/2 oz fresh lime juice\n>* 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice \n>* 2 oz vodka (optional) \n>* 1 to 2 drop(s) cannabis tincture\n \n### How to\n\nCombine pomegranate juice, agave syrup and beet in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Strain and then bring to a boil again. Cook this mixture on medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, or until the syrup is reduced to 3/4 cup. This recipe makes about 8 servings, so you can store it in the fridge to be used for up to one month. \n \nPour vodka (if using), cannabis tincture and juices into a cocktail shaker. Shake thoroughly, pour over ice and add syrup to taste. \n \nSource: [Martha Stewart](https://www.marthastewart.com/1521192/vampire-vodka-cocktail)\n\n### Sparkling Cranberry Orange Eyeball Punch \n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/59f1f2d3453ba8305b3478cd/embedded_images/59f1f3c4163dbc2e2f4c1c6b/image3.jpg)\n\n### Ingredients\n>* 2 cans peeled & pitted lychees in heavy syrup\n>* 1 pint fresh blueberries\n>* 1 bottle (60 ounces) 100% cranberry juice\n>* 1/2 cup granulated sugar\n>* 4 cups orange juice\n>* 3 cups ginger ale \n>* 1 1/2 cups vodka (optional) \n>* 12 to 16 drops cannabis tincture\n>* Dry ice (optional) \n \n### How to\n\nDrain the lychees, keeping the syrup from one can for later use. Stuff each lychee with a fresh blueberry to create the “eyeballs.” Store these in the fridge until you're ready to serve up the finished product.\n\nCombine 1 cup of cranberry juice with a 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a saucepan; simmer and whisk until all sugar is dissolved, then remove from heat. \n\nIn a large container (punchbowl, pitcher, drink dispenser), combine the reserved lychee syrup; the cranberry and sugar mixture; the rest of the bottle of cranberry juice; orange juice; ginger ale; vodka (if using) and cannabis tincture. Pour the cocktail over a square of dry ice for the spooky smoke effect and add 6 to 8 “eyeballs” in each glass.\n\nSource: [Dixie Crystals](http://www.dixiecrystals.com/recipes/category/beverages-cocktails/Sparkling-Cranberry-Orange-Eyeball-Punch)\n\nWith these recipes, you’ll be the MVP of any Halloween party. Just be sure to let guests know these cocktails are infused before they indulge. If you try one or all of these recipes, let us know how they turned out in the comments.\n\nMain photo credit: Michael Wurm Jr. for [Shari's Berries](https://www.berries.com/)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online. ","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3605442176870748,"src":"/static/7ad5f5ece736d3e3022f9019575bb6cb/14b42/820ec4b274b451172dce38436f399e3f.jpg","srcSet":"/static/7ad5f5ece736d3e3022f9019575bb6cb/f836f/820ec4b274b451172dce38436f399e3f.jpg 200w,\n/static/7ad5f5ece736d3e3022f9019575bb6cb/2244e/820ec4b274b451172dce38436f399e3f.jpg 400w,\n/static/7ad5f5ece736d3e3022f9019575bb6cb/14b42/820ec4b274b451172dce38436f399e3f.jpg 800w,\n/static/7ad5f5ece736d3e3022f9019575bb6cb/87ed9/820ec4b274b451172dce38436f399e3f.jpg 961w","srcWebp":"/static/7ad5f5ece736d3e3022f9019575bb6cb/58556/820ec4b274b451172dce38436f399e3f.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/7ad5f5ece736d3e3022f9019575bb6cb/61e93/820ec4b274b451172dce38436f399e3f.webp 200w,\n/static/7ad5f5ece736d3e3022f9019575bb6cb/1f5c5/820ec4b274b451172dce38436f399e3f.webp 400w,\n/static/7ad5f5ece736d3e3022f9019575bb6cb/58556/820ec4b274b451172dce38436f399e3f.webp 800w,\n/static/7ad5f5ece736d3e3022f9019575bb6cb/feae4/820ec4b274b451172dce38436f399e3f.webp 961w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2329-markdown","title":"Jews & Cannabis: A Relationship Rooted in Science & Religion\t","slug":"jews-and-cannabis-a-relationship-rooted-in-science-and-religion","content":"The close relationship between Jews and cannabis has roots both ancient and modern. As a medicinal plant long cultivated in the Middle East, it’s probable that marijuana was used by the ancient Hebrews for ritual purposes and may even have been referred to in the Torah, the Five Books of Moses, as kaneh bosm.\n\nIn more recent times, the state of Israel has emerged as a world leader in medical cannabis research. Never mind that tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)—the marijuana plant’s psychoactive compound—was first isolated in 1964 by an [Israeli chemist, Dr. Raphael Mechoulam](http://www.tabletmag.com/scroll/200481/raphael-mechoulam-the-israeli-godfather-of-thc), at the Weizmann Institute of Science. Mechoulam and his team went on to discover the human endocannabinoid system, making Israel the birthplace of modern cannabis science.\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nJews have long been at the forefront of the U.S. cannabis industry, and many of the country’s leading [drug policy activists, who have fought for decades for marijuana’s legalization](http://www.jta.org/2015/02/09/news-opinion/united-states/leor-aims-to-put-marijuana-legalization-on-the-jewish-agenda), are also members of the tribe. Today, there are even cannabis events such as [Chai Havdalah](http://jewishjournal.com/culture/religion/221535/jews-get-chai-cannabis-havdalah/) that focus on the Jewish community.\n\n### Is Marijuana Kosher?\n\nBecause cannabis is a plant, as opposed to an animal product, it’s inherently kosher—if smoked, that is. When ingested as an edible or a concentrate, however, cannabis becomes subject to the Jewish dietary laws. As with any other plant that may have come into contact with non-kosher materials during processing—think insects, which, in the case of cannabis, could infest the bud—rabbinical inspection is deemed necessary.\n\nAt the end of 2015, the Orthodox Union (OU), the world’s largest kosher certification agency, [certified as kosher its first line of medical cannabis products](https://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/07/business/kosher-medical-marijuana-heads-to-market.html?mcubz=1). Extracts made by Vireo Health of New York now bear the OU’s coveted seal of approval, as do edibles made by Mitzva Herbal Co. in Los Angeles.\n\n“Judaism prioritizes health and encourages the use of medicine designed to improve one’s health or reduce pain,” Rabbi Menachem Genack, the CEO of OU Kosher, said in a statement announcing the initial decision. “Using medical cannabis products recommended by a physician should not be regarded as a chet, a sinful act, but rather as a mitzvah, an imperative, a commandment.”\n\nFour months later, Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky, a leading ultra-Orthodox authority on Jewish law, blessed cannabis as a healing plant and declared [marijuana kosher for Passover.](https://www.timesofisrael.com/getting-baked-on-passover-not-just-for-matzah-rabbi-rules/)\n\n### Cannabis & the Hebrew Bible\n\nSome Jewish scholars contend that the herb referred to in the Hebrew Bible as [kaneh bosm](http://www.cannabisculture.com/content/1996/05/01/1090) can be translated to mean cannabis. The plant is first mentioned in Exodus as one of several ingredients, including myrrh and cinnamon, found in the sacred anointing oil used to initiate priests and kings. \n\nIt’s also said that the burning bush Moses saw at the top of Mt. Sinai, when God commanded him to lead his people out of Egypt, may have been a marijuana plant. While there is no way to prove the theory, it’s plausible that the prophet’s fiery vision was an allegorical representation of cannabis, the liberating effects of which could have inspired him to seek freedom.\n\n### Incorporating Cannabis into Jewish Ritual\n\nAs cannabis has made its way into the mainstream, and taboos surrounding the medicinal plant have finally begun to fall away, an increasing number of Jews are incorporating marijuana into their religious celebrations. Events with names like [Pot Shabbat]( http://forward.com/food/307808/pot-shabbat/) and [Chai Havdalah]( http://www.tabletmag.com/scroll/243923/a-real-spiritual-high-welcome-to-denvers-cannabis-havdalah) have begun to crop up in West Coast cities, and in 2015 the first official [Cannabis Seder](http://www.jta.org/2015/04/14/news-opinion/the-telegraph/marijuana-seder), which brought together Jewish drug policy activists, was held in Portland, Ore. \n\nRELATED: [Is cannabis kosher for Passover under the Jewish faith?](https://www.hellomd.com/answers/572232ba0ad3260008000009/is-cannabis-kosher-for-passover-under-the-jewish-faith)\n\nRosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, provides yet one more opportunity to incorporate cannabis into holiday ritual. The tradition of dipping apples in honey, meant to signify a sweet new year, could be made that much sweeter by using cannabis-infused honey. Try making your own with this [DIY recipe](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/58065f9a454dca00094ad7b7/diy-recipe-how-to-make-cannabis-honey).\n\n`embed: https://www.instagram.com/p/BXQyUHoAdzz/`\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's 100% online, private and efficient. ","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3333333333333333,"src":"/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/14b42/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.jpg","srcSet":"/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/f836f/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.jpg 200w,\n/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/2244e/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.jpg 400w,\n/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/14b42/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.jpg 800w,\n/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/47498/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.jpg 1200w,\n/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/54ac5/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.jpg 1365w","srcWebp":"/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/58556/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/61e93/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.webp 200w,\n/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/1f5c5/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.webp 400w,\n/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/58556/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.webp 800w,\n/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/99238/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.webp 1200w,\n/static/067e29ac2bb9ac4dbee15dc53c089b89/5e0b8/5ef566c1d57291a5e42dba9e20f4917a.webp 1365w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2486-markdown","title":"Labor Day: The Perfect Cannabis Holiday","slug":"labor-day-the-perfect-cannabis-holiday","content":"Whether we’re ready or not, the time is upon us to start shaking that uptempo summer vibe off as the cool breezes of fall swiftly approach. Labor Day weekend kicks off on Friday, September 1st and lasts through Monday, September 4th. It’s the perfect time to get some sand between your toes at the beach, soak in the sun out at the beach, get your fill at a backyard barbeque and of course, enjoy some fine cannabis.\r\n\r\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\r\n\r\n### Labor Day is Actually Cannabis Day\r\n\r\nWhile most people would guess that the biggest day of the year for cannabis is 4/20, it’s actually during Labor Day weekend that states like Colorado, Washington and Oregon experience their most impressive sales. Last year in Colorado, cannabis sales for the holiday weekend incredibly high, making it busiest weekend of the year. According to [BDS Analytics](http://www.bdsanalytics.com/labor-day-weekend-cannabis-bonanza/), a leader in cannabis market research, the state made $17.3 million in sales (in just three days!), making September Colorado’s best-selling month of 2016.\r\n\r\nRegardless of what state you’re in, luckily, there’s still time for one last official summer soiree before the temperature drops and you engage in the post-summer grind. Here are some ways you can help get yourself back on track to keep you focused and eliminate stress before summer quickly fades away.\r\n\r\nRELATED:[CANNABIS CAN RELIEVE STRESS](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-can-relieve-stress)\r\n\r\n### Finding Your Cannabis Stride\r\n\r\nFiguring out what works best with your lifestyle, activity level and schedule will make the difference between a pleasant week or a tense time full of anxiety. Are you a morning person or a night owl? Do you prefer to smoke while the sun is out or wait until later in the evening to wind down after a full day? Get to know the difference between sativa, hybrid and indica strains and what each can offer. Understanding whether you prefer high THC or high CBD products or perhaps you like a balanced ratio. Terpenes in cannabis flower also affect your overall experience you receive. Learning more about marijuana and how it effects you will help you make an informed choice about when and what to explore to effectively medicating. \r\n\r\nAndrea Brooks of Sava explains [the role of terpenes](https://www.hellomd.com/answers/57cdf315a5b652000797f918/what-are-terpenes-do-they-matter):\r\n\r\n[![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/59a5a67a5173f22c45c88656/embedded_images/59a5a67c5173f22c45c88657/Screen_Shot_2017-08-29_at_10.19.56_AM.png)](https://www.hellomd.com/answers/57cdf315a5b652000797f918/what-are-terpenes-do-they-matter) \r\n\r\n### Enjoying Yourself\r\n\r\nThere’s nothing worse than going back to your daily norm without a little bit of a celebration. Make sure you are intentional about getting in some end-of-summer fun before it’s too late and you’re left wishing you had went to that potluck picnic after all. Try out that edible you’ve been eyeing at the dispensary, make it to that secret sesh in your city so you can meet some likeminded people or switch up your go-to strain for something new. The sky is the limit!\r\n\r\nExplore [Garden Society’s](https://www.hellomd.com/biz/garden-society/about) low dose, high end gourmet chocolates and fruit gelees:\r\n\r\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/59a5a67a5173f22c45c88656/embedded_images/59a5a67e5173f22c45c88658/Screen_Shot_2017-08-29_at_10.22.05_AM.png) \r\n\r\n### Refine Your Routine\r\n\r\nJust like it’s important to budget your finances, budgeting your time gives you the opportunity to prioritize what’s important to you and cut down on time-wasting activities that leave you wondering where your weekend went. No one is saying it’s not okay to stream your favorite series during a marathon binge-watching session (again) but maybe try watching just a few episodes instead of the whole season at once.\r\n\r\nCheck out a clip from High Maintenance:\r\n\r\n`embed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpJ--b-Sd4A` \r\n\r\n### Skip Being Busy Just Because\r\n\r\nDon’t overload yourself or your schedule with empty social gatherings and events you feel obligated to attend or you will waste your precious weekend in places you’d rather not be. Be deliberate in only adding things onto your calendar if they will contribute to boosting your mood or helping you decompress from a busy week. If it’s going to add stress or unneeded anxiety by worrying about parking or any other small detail, just skip it! \r\n\r\nLearn how to sit mindfully with this sweet meditation tutorial:\r\n\r\n`embed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQOAVZew5l8` \r\n\r\n### Make Self Care a Top Priority\r\n\r\nTaking care of yourself means more than just paying your bills, getting to work on time and making sure you get enough fruits, vegetables, water, fresh air and exercise — and that’s quite a job in itself. Find ways to escape the mundane routines of life by actively incorporating stress relieving activities such as spending times with good friends, taking a sea salt bath or going for a sunrise hike. The key is to a healthy body and mind is to make sure you aren’t stressing yourself out by trying to find some time to unwind. Remember that maintaining emotional health is just as important as your physical health. We all brush our teeth, but maintaining emotional hygiene is just as important!\r\n\r\nEnjoy this captivating TED talk on how to practice emotional hygiene:\r\n\r\n`embed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2hc2FLOdhI` \r\n\r\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.  \r\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3333333333333333,"src":"/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/14b42/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.jpg","srcSet":"/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/f836f/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.jpg 200w,\n/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/2244e/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.jpg 400w,\n/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/14b42/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.jpg 800w,\n/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/47498/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.jpg 1200w,\n/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/54ac5/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.jpg 1365w","srcWebp":"/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/58556/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/61e93/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.webp 200w,\n/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/1f5c5/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.webp 400w,\n/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/58556/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.webp 800w,\n/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/99238/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.webp 1200w,\n/static/7b67d8ca81f18a381314a0db4ebbf3ce/5e0b8/f04288b37f08282417b2ec39fb5d80e3.webp 1365w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2170-markdown","title":"The HelloMD Holiday Survival Guide ","slug":"the-hellomd-holiday-survival-guide","content":"### ’Tis the Season…\n\nThe holidays are a mix of family, friends, laughter, expectation, warmth, drama, ups and downs and perhaps everything in between. Between all the festivities, gift giving, short days and occasional sickness, there is plenty to be stressed about. Let’s face it, the holidays can act as a breeding ground for anxiety and the blues. \n\nSo how can you deal with holiday induced stress and anxiety? I asked some of our staff at HelloMD how they navigate through the holiday season with a modicum of cheer and they’ve offered up some of their favorite product recommendations for bringing the year to a close with a smile on their face. \n\n### CBD Gummy Bears \n\n\"Nothing eases my anxiety like a high CBD strain, however during the holidays I am not always amongst canna-friendly company. Even a quiet vaporizer puff can be too conspicuous amidst the wrong company, which results in more anxiety than I had in the first place! For this reason, I recommend keeping a few CBD canna-bears around for some discreet and effective anxiety relief.\" \n\nRyan - Customer Service\n\n### Kiva Terra Bites\n\n\"[Kiva Terra Bites](https://www.hellomd.com/biz/kiva-confections) are always a favorite of mine for tackling anxiety on the go.  At 5 mg per serving these bite sized edibles come in two varieties, chocolate covered blueberries and chocolate covered espresso beans.  A low dose of THC can serve as the perfect midday pick me up to combat stress and anxiety, and eating a little chocolate only seems to add to that effect.  If you’re in need of an energy boost, be sure to go for the espresso bean flavor, as both chocolate and espresso beans contain caffeine.\" \n\nChris - Business Associate\n\n### Satori Low Dose Edibles\n\n\"[Satori](http://satorichocolates.com/) is a new brand that has yet to hit the shelves of most local dispensaries. These little chocolate love bombs are micro dosed anywhere from 1mg - 10mg. My favorite is to pop in a chocolate covered 3mg strawberry and follow it with 2 pieces of 1mg chocolate raisins every hour or so. Most edibles make me a little sleepy but these morsels put a smile on my face, making me giggly and happy, which is what I need! Satori will be widely available after the first of the year throughout California. Stay tuned, this brand is going to kill it.\"\n\nPamela - Co Founder\n\n### Flower Power Muscle & Joint Balm \n\n\"I don’t leave the house without my Flower Power Muscle & Joint Balm, especially during the busy holiday season. That's either sad commentary on life after 50, or just strong evidence that I finally found a topical that works! Much like the over-the-counter topical market – for pain – the cannabis one is flooded with products to choose from when looking for something to make pain go away. Flower Power is easy to apply and smells great – thanks to all the essential oils mixed for good measure. Mostly importantly, it just works. Flower Power is available in California. \n\nAnd for those of you elsewhere in the US looking to stop pain, I also highly recommend Apothecanna’s Extra-Strength Relieving Body Oil. As a bonus, it comes packaged as beautifully as any cannabis product I’ve seen.\"\n\nLarry - VP of Business Development\n\n### Jane’s Brew Coffee & Tea\n\n\"When I feel under weather a cannabis infused tea or coffee is what I need to cozy up by the fire.  There are a number of these on the market, and availability will vary depending on your area, although I’m particularly fond of the Jane’s Brew chamomile tea.  \n\nComing in a number of THC and CBD versions, be sure to choose which one is right for you.  A warm cup of tea with a just the right amount of THC can go the a long way to help you melt the stress away from a long day.  For added holiday bonus points, check out on of their infused hot chocolates.\"\n\nChris - Business Associate\n\n### Om Edibles Lion Balm\n\n\"Whether you are sore from the Black Friday brawl, get stuck sleeping on Uncle Craig’s couch, or are just a casualty of stress, the holiday’s pile on the pressure. I can handle the stress, however my back certainly cannot. The catch though, is that in the presence of my family, I would like to avoid discussing the primary ingredient of the balm slopped on my throbbing lumbar. \n\nOm edibles makes a fantastic balm that also comes in a stick form, much like a stick of deodorant. You simply slip the cap off, give it a twist, and slather it on a tightened back and neck. All of this can be done in a discreet motion, without plopping a big tub of “PROP 215 CANNABIS INFUSED” on the holiday table or retreating to the bathroom for a glob of cream.\"\n\nRyan - Customer Service\n\nRELATED: [CANNABIS CAN RELIEVE STRESS](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-can-relieve-stress)\n\n### Girl Scout Cookies\n\n\"[GSC](https://www.hellomd.com/marijuana-strains/girl-scout-cookies) is just the best strain in my opinion. I always have it around in one form or another (the forum cut, thin mint, and platinum varieties are all a treat). This doesn’t have a holiday twist. Anxiety free, 40/60 hybrid, psychedelic when you’re up and sleepy when your down; it is just the best strain for all over stress reduction.\"\n\nRyan - Customer Service\n\n### Platinum Kush \n\n\"Platinum Kush is my go to for stress relief. After hosting Thanksgiving for the first time with my girlfriend for 8 people my stress level was an 8 out of 10. Platinum Kush helps to take the edge off and get me back to a baseline. My preference is to smoke an indica which mellow me out and calm down. Platinum Kush apperently has trace amounts of CBD  which relaxes my body and helps take my anxiety down a notch.\"\n\nBart - Customer Service\n\n### GrandDaddy Purple\n\n\"I always have an indica strain on hand, and love them for their deep relaxing effects. I tend to use indicas as a sleep aide as well. [Grand Daddy Purple](https://www.hellomd.com/strains/5a7cbbc4d520d60009f4f4a4) is among my top choices for an indica, but any other purple will do.  A higher THC percentage at above 20%, it is fantastic for helping you unwind and get to sleep more quickly.\"   \n \nChris - Business Associate\n\n### Chernobyl \n\n\"Laughter is certainly the best medicine and Chernobyl, being one of the few strains that gives me the giggles, will be my go to this holiday season. This fantastic sativa dominant delivers an anxiety free head high that creeps into the dreamy glow of euphoria and intermittent giggles. Perfect for those \"extended family” dinners and those who feel they are in need of a good chuckle.\"\n\nRyan - Customer Service\n\n_______________________________________________________________________\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.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3157894736842106,"src":"/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/14b42/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.jpg","srcSet":"/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/f836f/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.jpg 200w,\n/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/2244e/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.jpg 400w,\n/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/14b42/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.jpg 800w,\n/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/47498/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.jpg 1200w,\n/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/b093b/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.jpg 1343w","srcWebp":"/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/58556/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/61e93/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.webp 200w,\n/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/1f5c5/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.webp 400w,\n/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/58556/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.webp 800w,\n/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/99238/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.webp 1200w,\n/static/3ad33fc4e865d04791aab090edcf7e7f/e24b1/19fc25693c9cbd7b743e4195d3ceaa06.webp 1343w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":12,"numPages":2,"currentPage":2,"id":5350,"name":"Holiday","slug":"holiday","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}