{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-tags-template-js","path":"/tag/level/","result":{"data":{"allArticle":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Article_3824-markdown","title":"Marijuana Can Help You Lose Weight - with the Help of THCV and CBD","slug":"marijuana-can-help-you-lose-weight-with-the-help-of-thcv-and-cbd","content":"Historically, cannabis has been associated with laziness, confusion, and  [\"the munchies.\"](https://hellomd.com/articles/what-are-munchies-and-why-do-you-get-them-when-you-smoke-weed) Most people believe consuming marijuana will make you gain weight and induce binge eating. But, new research suggests that cannabis might [help consumers lose weight](https://hellomd.com/articles/the-munchies-will-make-you-fat-right-think-again) rather than gain weight.\n\n![Can CBD help you lose weight?](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_11_at_3_50_45_PM_e7f82a56e9.png)\n\nWhile there is [plenty of evidence that weed helps boost appetite](https://hellomd.com/articles/the-science-behind-how-cannabis-can-boost-your-appetite), the stereotype that weed consumers are overweight (or unhealthy) is also largely inaccurate. \n\nThere are cannabinoids within the cannabis plant being studied due to their potential to suppress appetite and help with weight loss. Specifically, the cannabinoids CBD and THCV are helping marijuana consumers, on average, weigh less than non-users! \n\n![Not all cannabis creates the 'munchies'](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_12_at_1_36_32_PM_2fdb249062.png)\n\n### Top Products with CBD to Boost Metabolism\n\nStudies have shown that [CBD can help you lose weight by boosting your metabolism](https://hellomd.com/articles/using-cbd-as-a-tool-for-weight-loss). One study [showed that rodents injected with CBD](https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/cbd-oil-for-weight-loss#weight-loss) experienced significant weight loss. In another study, CBD reduced appetite in rats more than that of other cannabinoids, including cannabigerol (CBG) and cannabinol (CBN).\n\n![CBD can help boost metabolism and burn bad fat cells](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_12_at_1_37_32_PM_4ea3fdd74a.png)\n\nA more recent study (not on rats) draws ties between CBD and the burning of fat cells. In the 2018 \"Role of Cannabinoids in Obesity\" study, published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, which [documents CBD's role in the browning of fat cells and makes the connection to burning calories](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6163475/).\n\nIn short, it appears that [CBD can boost metabolism and help with weight loss in three ways](https://hellomd.com/articles/can-cbd-speed-up-your-metabolism): \n\n- Increasing the body's ability to burn calories by boosting the activity of the mitochondria in cells \n- Decreasing the availability of proteins that are necessary to generate fat cells \n- Aiding in the browning of fat by stimulating genes and proteins to more effectively break down and oxidize fat cells\n\n![CBD vapes is a great way to consume more CBD for weight loss](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_12_at_1_38_59_PM_d05237f478.png)\n\nTo bolster your daily CBD intake, look at a CBD-rich formulation such as [2:1 Day Off](https://www.verilife.com/il/menu-arlington-heights-recreational). This disposable vape pen is available at Verilife Arlington Heights in Illinois for $43.00. The 300mg disposable vape and is more discreet than a joint and faster-acting than edibles.\n\nAnother option for boosting your metabolism is to use a high-CBD marijuana strain like [CBD Shark](https://hellomd.com/strains/cbd-shark). This strain has equal parts CBD and THC, which is perfect for those looking for a lighter \"high\" feeling while still taking advantage of the benefits that come with CBD, such as potential weight loss. \n\n![Tribe Tokes vape cartridge](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_12_at_1_35_11_PM_83261303e9.png)\n\n[TribeTokes has a vape cartridge](https://tribetokes.com/product-item/cbd-shark-indica-cbd-vape-oil-cartridge-half-gram/) available with distillate from the CBD Shark strain for $50.00.This vape has only 2 ingredients: full spectrum CBD distillate and natural plant terpenes.\n\nOther options for ingesting CBD include edibles, tinctures, gel caps, drinks, and even dissolvable powders.\n\n### Top Cannabis Products with THCV\n\nTetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV) is a rarer cannabinoid that's [called \"the sports car of cannabinoids\" for its various sought-after properties](https://www.steephill.com/blogs/38). Many in the cannabis space hailing products with THCV to be appetite suppressants. The reason it may work is that [THCV blocks the body's CB1 receptor](https://www.laweekly.com/thcv-the-best-thcv-for-weight-loss-and-energy/), which helps to suppress hunger. \n\nTHCV is still relatively new to the market, so there is not an abundance of products with the cannabinoid. Here are some products we found that contain THCV. Try it out for yourself!\n\n![A THCV tincture by the cannabis brand RARE](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_12_at_1_41_09_PM_b1e2f21a5c.png)\n\n[Rare Cannabinoid Company's THCV Uplift tincture](https://www.rarecannabinoidco.com/product/thcv-uplift-single/) can be purchased online for $119. This tincture contains a uniquely high level of tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV) in certified organic MCT coconut oil to let you harness the benefits of THCV. \n\n![THCV tablinguals by LEVEL](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_12_at_1_42_07_PM_d7502ee6fc.png)\n\n[Level Blends' Stimulate THCV Enriched Tablinguals](https://levelexperience.com/products/stimulate-tablingual/) is available at [Zenganic in Oakland](https://www.leafly.com/dispensary-info/east-bay-meds)and [Kind Courier in San Francisco](https://www.leafly.com/dispensary-info/kind-courier). The tablets contain a microdose of THC while bolstering your THCV levels for enhanced focused and decreased appetite. \n\n![Zero vape cartridge by Suicide Girls](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_12_at_1_43_21_PM_388dad2776.png)\n\n[Zero Vape by Suicide Girls](https://chill.suicidegirls.com) is available at [Coast to Coast Collective](https://www.leafly.com/dispensary-info/coast-to-coast-collective) in Los Angeles, [South Coast Safe Access](https://www.leafly.com/dispensary-info/scsa) in Santa Ana, and [MedMen](https://www.leafly.com/dispensary-info/medmenweho) in West Hollywood. This \"diet weed\" pen contains equal amounts of CO2 extracted THCV and THC (60%), perfect for consumers looking to shed some weight without getting exceedingly \"high.\" \n\n![Wana brand Fit gummie with THCV](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_12_at_1_44_46_PM_6d5e0da5c8.png)\n\n[Wana's Fit Gummie](https://www.wanabrands.com/product/fit-rec/) is a great product to get you started on this journey - available in California and Colorado. These edibles allow you to harness the power of THCV to help disrupt unhelpful eating habits and put you back in control of your diet. They won't make you feel high, so you can take one tropical-punch-flavored gummie everyday to experience the full long-term benefits of this remarkable plant-based tool.\n\n### Remember, People who Consumer Weed Weigh Less!\n\n![CBD may help boost the metabolism](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_06_at_4_18_34_PM_8a14188ded.png)\n\nAccording to a study by Michigan State University, [those who consume cannabis weigh less than those who don't](https://academic.oup.com/ije/article/48/5/1695/5382155?login=true).\nParticipants were studied for three years and at the end of the study, researchers found that cannabis users, even those who just started, were more likely to be at a normal, healthier weight and stay at that weight than those who never consumed marijuana. \n\nKeep this in mind when considering weight loss plans. You can combine cannabis with a healthy lifestyle to not only lose weight but make the process more enjoyable. \n\n### Get Your Medical Document & Purchase Medical Cannabis\n\n![Get your medical marijuana card through HelloMD](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2022_01_12_at_12_13_40_PM_0165a81efd.png)\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.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5037593984962405,"src":"/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/14b42/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.jpg","srcSet":"/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/f836f/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.jpg 200w,\n/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/2244e/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.jpg 400w,\n/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/14b42/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.jpg 800w,\n/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/47498/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.jpg 1200w,\n/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/0e329/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.jpg 1600w,\n/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/6475a/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.jpg 5665w","srcWebp":"/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/58556/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/61e93/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.webp 200w,\n/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/1f5c5/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.webp 400w,\n/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/58556/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.webp 800w,\n/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/99238/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.webp 1200w,\n/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/7c22d/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.webp 1600w,\n/static/4b43de8b2d85384d048082e46c8bd5be/21e6d/4f075f6d3547f5c5aee8426a3b3fb2b2.webp 5665w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_3767-markdown","title":"The 6 Best Weed Brands in California","slug":"the-6-best-weed-brands-in-california","content":"Always slightly ahead of the curve, California was the first state to legalize medicinal cannabis in 1996. In the years since the Golden State has continued to take the lead by creating new and innovative cannabis products for both medical and recreational use.  \n\nWith its sunny beaches and laid-back lifestyle, California has a longstanding reputation as a pot-friendly place. You have only to rewatch Fast Times at Ridgemont High to be reminded of this. But behind those images of stoners and surfers is a [long and serious legal battle](https://time.com/4565438/california-marijuana-faq-rules-prop-64/) to liberalize US cannabis laws.\n\nMarijuana is still classified as a [Schedule 1 drug](https://www.drugs.com/article/csa-schedule-1.html), listed alongside heroin, cocaine, and other street illicit drugs. It's considered by Federal law to be dangerously addictive and illegal to possess, use or sell. At the same time, research is being published outlining the considerable benefits of marijuana for treating numerous health conditions, sometimes more effectively than prescription medications. \n\n### California's Path to Cannabis Legalization\n\nThe State of California's first attempt to legalize cannabis came in 1972, when it put Proposition 19, the country's first cannabis ballot initiative, in front of voters. That initiative failed, but marijuana advocates and progressive politicians continued to work toward legalization for medical purposes. Those initial failed efforts finally led to Proposition 215, the [Compassionate Use Act of 1996](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1996_California_Proposition_215#:~:text=Proposition%20215%2C%20or%20the%20Compassionate,testing%20for%20safety%20and%20efficacy.&text=Mikuriya%2C%20and%20approved%20by%20California%20voters.), which allowed for the use of cannabis for a specified list of medical conditions.  \n\nThe passage of Proposition 215 paved the way for a series of other cannabis initiatives in states across the US. Today, cannabis is legal for medical purposes in 36 states, the District of Columbia, and four US territories. In all these places, cannabis can be purchased from dispensaries under strict controls for medical use only.\n\nLegalization for recreational use has had a rockier path, but that changed in 2012 when Washington and Colorado became the first states to legalize recreational cannabis. California soon followed, with the passage of Proposition 64, the Adult Use of Marijuana Act. Now, cannabis is legal for recreational use in 19 states.\n\nCannabis is now accepted as mainstream medicine. This became evident during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic when Governor Gavin Newsom declared cannabis an \"essential business.\" This declaration allowed dispensaries and delivery companies to continue operating and serving medical patients during the pandemic lockdowns.\n\nCalifornia's legal cannabis industry is now [the largest legal marijuana marketplace](https://californiaglobe.com/articles/californias-legal-pot-industry-is-biggest-in-the-world-with-sacramento-ground-zero/) not just in the US, but in the world.  \n\n### A New Generation of California Cannabis Consumers\n\nIn 2020, cannabis sales in California topped $4 billion, driven by new medical research and a growing acceptance of cannabis for recreational and lifestyle purposes. California's leading brands and innovators [are responding](https://lbbusinessjournal.com/drinkable-high-are-thc-infused-beverages-the-next-trend-in-legal-cannabis) to the needs and interests of this new generation of consumers with new strains, products, and updated versions of old standbys like gummies and cookies.\n\nNew products like  [\"tablinguals\"](https://levelexperience.com/)\n – cannabis-infused [sublingual tablets](https://hellomd.com/articles/innovation-spotlight-levels-new-cannabis-tablinguals) dissolve within minutes and are fast-acting. Weed-infused beverages are trending, delivering cannabis compounds like CBD and CBN in a variety of tasty flavors which combine artisan crafting with state-of-the-art cannabis processing. There's also quick [home delivery](https://hellomd.com/articles/the-best-weed-delivery-service-in-california) in most areas, offered by cannabis retailers such as [GrassDoor](https://grassdoor.com/).\n.\n### The Top 6 California Cannabis Brands \n\nHere's a look at 6 of California's hottest new brands and the innovative cannabis products they're offering.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-25 at 10.59.40 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_25_at_10_59_40_PM_a49037c3b3.png)\n\n### 1. Kiva Confections\n[Kiva Confections](https://www.kivaconfections.com/) offers a line of all-natural cannabis edibles that includes not only the familiar gummies, but also mints, chocolate bars and bites. Kiva's products feature precision dosing of THC, CBD, and other cannabis compounds. They're' the leading edible brand in the US and were one of the first brands to offer microdose products.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-25 at 11.00.54 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_25_at_11_00_54_PM_5ec50ef555.png)\n\n### 2. Raw Garden\n[Raw Garden]( https://rawgarden.farm/products/)\n produces California's best-selling cannabis extracts, including high THC \"sauce\", THC crystals for dabbing, and resin extracted from flash-frozen flower. Raw Garden products are made exclusively from sustainably farmed cannabis with no additives or preservatives.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-25 at 11.01.50 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_25_at_11_01_50_PM_3a32e60c68.png)\n\n### 3. Jetty Extracts\n[Jetty Extracts](https://jettyextracts.com/) specializes in solventless extracts for vaping, dabbing, and other uses. They specialize in a craft approach to creating natural cannabis concentrates, with small batches of concentrates, oils, pods, and vape cartridges along with accessories. They'll also deliver in select California communities.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-25 at 11.02.58 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_25_at_11_02_58_PM_680e855bc1.png)\n\n### 4. Garden Society\n\n[The Garden Society](https://thegardensociety.com/) is a vintage-inspired cannabis boutique that offers rosette cannabis pre-rolls and a select line of cannabis-infused chocolates combined with trendy ingredients such as sea salt and chai. Products are categorized by effect, such as \"blissful rest\" or \"brighter day.\" Founded by two women, Garden Society helped to mainstream women's cannabis consumption.  \n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-25 at 11.03.57 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_25_at_11_03_57_PM_b2b4c3c35f.png)\n\n### 5. Venice Cookie Company\nAs the name suggests, [Venice Cookie Company](https://vccbrands.com/venice-cookie-company/) sells an artisan line of cannabis-infused cookies, but they also sell a range of cannabis-infused beverage shots, lozenges, and teas.  Consumers can choose from products containing THC, THC plus CBD, or CBD alone in various strengths.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-25 at 11.04.47 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_25_at_11_04_47_PM_ee0fef9038.png)\n\n### 6. WANA Brands\n[WANA](https://www.wanabrands.com/california/) specializes in fast-acting recreational gummies [in a variety of flavors](https://hellomd.com/articles/the-perfect-weed-edible-is-the-cannabis-gummy-by-wana-brands) and cannabis strains and compounds, including THC only, THC, and CBD, or CBD alone. WANA also sells a \"quick\" fast-acting sublingual tincture with combinations of THC and CBD.\n\nWith favorable laws, good growing conditions, and a welcoming cannabis community, California's cannabis industry is booming, and its best brands have products made for you!\n\n\n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5037593984962405,"src":"/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/14b42/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.jpg","srcSet":"/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/f836f/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.jpg 200w,\n/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/2244e/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.jpg 400w,\n/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/14b42/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.jpg 800w,\n/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/47498/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.jpg 1200w,\n/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/0e329/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.jpg 1600w,\n/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/12e81/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.jpg 3513w","srcWebp":"/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/58556/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/61e93/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.webp 200w,\n/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/1f5c5/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.webp 400w,\n/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/58556/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.webp 800w,\n/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/99238/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.webp 1200w,\n/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/7c22d/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.webp 1600w,\n/static/da79a3a95acc92210891abefeeb4525c/419cd/b54e71434a594804a0a1f589eff5bedc.webp 3513w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2905-markdown","title":"5 Cannabis Products to Get Your Creative Juices Flowing","slug":"5-cannabis-products-to-get-your-creative-juices-flowing","content":"The new year means new resolutions, and one of the most popular ones is making healthier choices, like exercising more or adding more fruits and veggies to our diets. But what about making a commitment to being more creative? \n\nIt turns out art and creativity can be good for your health. A [2010 review](https://ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/10.2105/AJPH.2008.156497) found that creative expression could:\n\n* Boost mood\n* Decrease depression\n* Reduce the body’s stress response\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nIn addition to the mental benefits, creativity may also have physical advantages. Recent studies have found that folks who engage in art activities like painting, drawing and woodworking during middle to old age may delay cognitive decline. [Engaging your mind may protect brain cells](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25854867), it seems. \n\nBut let’s be real: If you’re not artistically inclined, making art can be intimidating. So, what better way to break down mental barriers and get your creative juices flowing than with a little bit of cannabis, of course. \n\nOne study even suggests that [cannabis can be especially helpful for those who aren’t inclined to creative thinking](http://discovery.ucl.ac.uk/1348009/2/1348009.pdf). In small doses, the active ingredients in cannabis, namely tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), have been known to foster divergent thinking. This phenomenon, where the brain connects seemingly disparate concepts, is sometimes thought of as the foundation of human creativity. \n\nBut if you aren’t familiar with consuming cannabis to up your creativity, where do you start? Don’t worry—we got you. Whether you’re drawing, painting, writing or playing music, we’ve put together a variety of products you can use to help your creativity reach new heights. \n\nRELATED: [MEET 3 ARTISTS WHO USE CANNABIS TO SPARK THEIR CREATIVITY](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a53b186100a820006562f54/meet-3-artists-who-use-cannabis-to-spark-their-creativity)\n\n### 1. Marley Natural Pre-Rolls \n\n![Marley Natural Pre-Rolls](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-4d4f1eb2-c4be-4882-a4fc-ac8c5111756b/original.png)\n\nIf you’re trying to give your creativity a boost, why not start by consuming cannabis the classic way: with a joint. Marley Natural’s Pre-Rolls Packs come in [sativa](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5ba2db171669df5c8aaeca2c/marley-goldtm-sativa-pre-roll-pack), [indica](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5ba2e0de1669df7e4aaeca75/marley-blacktm-indica-pre-rolls) and [hybrid](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b887692d955ca000168b0a1/marley-greentm-hybrid-pre-roll-pack), so you can choose which one will best help you flex your creative muscles. If you’re unsure about where to start, hybrid might be a good choice, since these types of flowers impart both physical and mental stimulation. \n\n### 2. Valhalla Sativa Tangerine Gummies\n\n![Valhalla Sativa Tangerine Gummies](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-a08adc1d-e082-4f8d-838e-5f4cb12ef1c0/original.png)\n\nThe uplifting nature of [Valhalla’s Sativa Gummies](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5b68dab8f2694c0001ce8159/tangerine-gummies) will put you in the mood to create something bright and cheerful. The flower used for the sativa gummy blend is sun grown and sustainably farmed. Each pack contains 10 gummies at 10 mg of THC a piece. \n\n### 3. Level Spark Pax Era Pod\n\n![Level Spark Pax Era Pod](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-27d84dbe-b1e0-4ba9-92d2-274c8a373e76/original.png)\n\nLevel makes blends of cannabinoids and terpenes to produce tailored effects. Its [Spark Pax Era Pod](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5abc00f71bb06d000861406d/spark) was made to help ignite your imagination.\n\nSimply attach the pod to a Pax Era vaporizer and let the ideas flow. Made from the cannabis strain Jack Herer, the oil in this pod is buzzy enough to let your best ideas come to the surface, and energizing enough to let you execute them. \n\n### 4. Jetty Extracts Super Lemon Haze Cartridge \n\n![Jetty Extracts Super Lemon Haze Cartridge](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-97251379-ca18-4d45-ad6e-b93342607c65/original.png)\n\nSuper Lemon Haze is a cannabis strain that’s well known for its uplifting, mood boosting and creative qualities. And now you can get this flower’s zesty effects in vaporizer form with [Jetty Extracts’ Super Lemon Haze Vape Cartridge](https://www.hellomd.com/products/59122a3771dae927297d3e95/gold-super-lemon-haze). The oil in this cartridge is sourced from small farms and goes through multiple stages of refinement and testing.   \n\n### 5. Cannabis Quenchers CBD Mango\n\n![Cannabis Quenchers CBD Mango](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-3eaf83d8-cdf8-4653-a54b-51a14432dd47/original.png)\n\nEnergizing sativa strains are often great for stimulating creativity, but they can be too much for some consumers. If you’re prone to anxiety but still want to get creative with cannabis, try a product like [Cannabis Quencher’s CBD Mango](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5bb5033915dd4216dda09f08/cbd-mango). This fruity beverage contains 50 mg of THC along with 50 mg of cannabidiol (CBD) to temper out THC’s effects. \n\nPhoto credits: [Ari He](https://unsplash.com/@talescrow) (main image), [Marley Natural](https://www.instagram.com/p/BbSMCvvgmxW/) (Marley Natural image), [Valhalla Confections](https://www.instagram.com/p/BYbri8bDxFX/) (Valhalla Confections image), [Level Blends](https://www.instagram.com/p/BmtzR3CFnjA/) (Level Blends image), [Jetty Extracts](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bg9FEhDgOwf/) (Jetty Extracts image), [VCC Brands](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq6EbqzhuAZ/) (Cannabis Quenchers image)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana/) index of articles. [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/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/14b42/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.jpg","srcSet":"/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/f836f/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.jpg 200w,\n/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/2244e/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.jpg 400w,\n/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/14b42/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.jpg 800w,\n/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/47498/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.jpg 1200w,\n/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/0e329/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.jpg 1600w,\n/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/ac9d7/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.jpg 3549w","srcWebp":"/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/58556/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/61e93/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.webp 200w,\n/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/1f5c5/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.webp 400w,\n/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/58556/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.webp 800w,\n/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/99238/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.webp 1200w,\n/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/7c22d/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.webp 1600w,\n/static/536ade6a775b46762d0af0055bf1288f/04ff1/cbf3adc79f6c84634d427bc08f758753.webp 3549w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2880-markdown","title":"4 Cannabis Microdoses to Enhance Your Holiday Party ","slug":"4-cannabis-microdoses-to-enhance-your-holiday-party","content":"Holiday party season is in full swing. And what better way to make sure your soiree stands out from the rest than with some cannabis microdoses. Offering your guests a small amount of [tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)](https://www.hellomd.com/tag/thc) as they arrive (or early on during the party) gives them the opportunity to experience cannabis without overwhelming them.\n\nFor some people, a small amount of marijuana relaxes them, while for others it brings out their talkative side. And for some wallflowers, a little bit of cannabis can help them truly enjoy a party anxiety-free. It’s just a fun, natural way for you to help your guests get in the mood to chat, connect and have fun.\n\n[Cannabis edibles](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/consuming-cannabis-edibles-to-improve-your-health) nowadays don’t mean a crumbly, earthy-tasting brownie that isn’t labeled with strain or dosage information. Modern-day marijuana edibles are delicious, crafted with top-shelf ingredients and precisely dosed. There’s also a whole category of marijuana edibles that contain only a few milligrams of THC per serving, perfect for serving at a party.\n\n![Hello6-min (9).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello6_min_9_6f2860857c.png)\n\nThese microdosed edibles are beautiful, too, so they’ll look inviting set out on a festive tray, which you can walk around your party. Offering cannabis edibles individually to your guests is probably the best way to present them, rather than just setting out a bowl of treats and letting people serve themselves. These edibles are so delicious, that people may not be able to stop themselves from eating just one, so it may be best for you to dole out these elevated treats.\n\nAs always, label your cannabis edibles and explain to people the advantages of **[microdosing](https://www.hellomd.com/tag/microdosing)** and how the treatment may affect them. And don’t forget to **keep them away from children and pets**.\n\nIf you’re serving alcohol at your party, keep in mind that alcohol can affect how people react to cannabis, even if they’re ingesting just a microdose. Anecdotally, people report feeling the effects of THC more when they’re drinking alcohol, and now there’s a science to back that up. One study showed that [alcohol causes more THC to be present in the bloodstream](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5ab87d79f24d1300077ccb9d/are-marijuana-infused-alcoholic-drinks-a-good-idea), so people feel the THC more when combining it with alcohol, as opposed to when they take THC on its own.\n\nHere are four of our favorite cannabis microdoses sure to bring holiday cheer to your party. \n\n![Hello1-min (21).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello1_min_21_b14be3146c.png)\n\n### 1. Espresso Terra Bites From Kiva\n\nIf your party guests are into coffee, a great cannabis edible perfect for microdosing is the [Espresso Terra Bites from Kiva](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5748ac79a7ccb6000800007c/terra-bites-espresso). The company coats micro-roasted Tanzanian coffee beans with cannabis-infused dark chocolate to make these delectable and potent treats. There’s no hint of a marijuana taste, and the chocolate is rich and luscious, so people will definitely be tempted to eat more than one.\n\nThere’s 5mg of THC in each terra bite, and Kiva uses a 24-hour panning technique to make sure every espresso bean has exactly the right amount of cannabis on it. So, with these bites, you can be sure you’re getting a precise dose each time. Since there’s 5 mg per espresso bean, it’s a good idea to tell guests to start with just one and wait at least an hour before going back for more. These sophisticated and delicious marijuana edible will help your guests feel calm, loose, and ready to have fun.\n\n![Hello3-min (17).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello3_min_17_c60e81feeb.png)\n\n### 2. Plus Sour Watermelon Gummies\n\nIf you think a fruity gummy marijuana edible would fit in better at your shindig, pick up a few tins of [Sour Watermelon Sativa Gummies from Plus](https://www.hellomd.com/products/58ed3ceec064b40d58fad313/sour-watermelon-sativa-gummies). These flavorful gummies are low-calorie, gluten-free, and made with natural, kosher ingredients. They’ve got a sweet and fruity flavor profile and aroma that’s a definite crowd-pleaser.\n\nEach gummy has 5mg THC, though they’re easier to split in half than some other kinds of cannabis edibles. So, if a guest is a little wary of eating a whole gummy, there’s no problem offering them half of one instead.\n\nPeople report that these Sour Watermelon gummies are great for relaxation and easing stress and [anxiety](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-for-anxiety-and-stress-disorders). So, if any of your guests are feeling nervous about being in a crowd or anxious because they don’t know many people at your party, a sour watermelon gummy will have them ready to mingle in no time.\n\n![Hello4-min (19).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello4_min_19_657bcee0ad.png)\n\n### 3. The Surfer Cookie From Venice Cookie Company\n\nFor a cannabis edible that’s a little bigger and stronger than other options are, you can’t go wrong with [Venice Cookie Company’s The Surfer cookie](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5bb3c7e97fa3281f4e85f4f0/the-surfer). Each scrumptious peanut butter cookie also contains coconut and white chocolate chips—a healthy way to indulge just a bit this holiday season.\n\nEach Surfer cookie contains 10 mg THC, so it’s the most potent marijuana edible on the list. But cookies are easy to split in half or quarters, so you can accommodate your guests’ tolerance levels and desired effects.\n\nPeople who’ve tried The Surfer from Venice Cookie Company say that the cookie helps ease anxiety and [pain](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/studies-support-cannabis-as-an-effective-painkiller). Many folks agree that it’s a potent edible. So if you’ve got any cannabis newbies on your guest list, definitely suggest only starting with a small piece of the cookie, then waiting at least two hours before seeing if they want more. \n\n![Hello5-min (15).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello5_min_15_a328a65906.png)\n\n### 4. Level’s Elevate Tablinguals\n\nUnlike the rest of the list, these little tablets aren’t technically edibles—they’re sublinguals. [Level’s Elevate Tablinguals](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5abbf1c41bb06d000861404c/elevate-tablinguals) are designed to dissolve in the mouth, so you don’t chew or swallow them. This allows the membranes in your mouth to absorb the THC quicker than eating the [cannabinoid](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/cannabinoids-chemical-compounds-with-huge-therapeutic-potential).\n\nEach tablingual contains 3mg THC, making it a perfect little dose to help people relax and uplift their mood. The tablinguals have a nice, clean peppermint taste. People report feeling the tablingual’s effects in about 5–15 minutes without any crash or groggy feeling after it wears off. \n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-what-you-need-to-know-about-marijuana/) index of articles.\n\n### Get a Medical Marijuana Card Online\nIt's easy to get your medical marijuana 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. You don't pay unless you're approved!","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/14b42/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.jpg","srcSet":"/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/f836f/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.jpg 200w,\n/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/2244e/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.jpg 400w,\n/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/14b42/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.jpg 800w,\n/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/47498/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.jpg 1200w,\n/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/0e329/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.jpg 1600w,\n/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/3885a/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.jpg 2645w","srcWebp":"/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/58556/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/61e93/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.webp 200w,\n/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/1f5c5/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.webp 400w,\n/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/58556/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.webp 800w,\n/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/99238/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.webp 1200w,\n/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/7c22d/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.webp 1600w,\n/static/06c92cb9c90f51b456646e526e2471a6/d5a75/4e9a55cb9741b2f748f5cf045e82f584.webp 2645w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2833-markdown","title":"5 Cannabis Products to Change Up Your Daily Routine","slug":"5-cannabis-products-to-change-up-your-daily-routine","content":"As cannabis continues to make its way into mainstream consciousness, we’re seeing a growing array of products become available. But let’s face it—a lot of these products can start to look the same. \n\nIt’s hard to keep track of all of the vape cartridges and gummies hitting the dispensary shelves. And after you’ve found the cannabis topical that works well for you or that chocolate edible that hits the spot, it’s hard to convince yourself to try something new. \n\nBut trust us when we say you may be missing out. With cannabis legalization slowly spreading throughout the U.S., companies are beginning to branch out and make unique products to reach new cannabis consumers. \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nToday, California’s innovative and diverse cannabis market has a whole host of products that are changing the way we consume cannabis. There are vapor pens and concentrate applicators that were designed to make your like easier, for instance. \n\nAnd cannabis products are no longer limited to just tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). Cannabinoids like cannabigerol (CBG), tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA) and delta-8 THC that were once hard to get a hold of in consumable form, are now beginning to show up in products across the state. \n\nTo help you sort through all of the options, we’ve gathered a few unique products that you can use to change up your standard cannabis routine. Or, if you’re a beginner, to help you take the plunge. \n\n### 1. Jetty Dablicator \n\n![Jetty Dablicator](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-0f7ea68a-a6f9-48e5-a45f-0e6942efe5b1/original.png)\n\nConcentrates can be intimidating—and not to mention messy. Jetty aims to remedy all that with its Dablicator. All you have to do is twist and click the applicator to apply precise doses in half gram increments. \n\nYou can use the oil in the Dablicator to streamline your dabbing process. But you can also get creative: Add a drop to a hot beverage, treat the applicator like a cannabis oil pen to add designs and potency to a preroll, or even put a dollop on a cracker—the options are endless. \n\nJetty’s Dablicator currently comes in Super Lemon Haze) (sativa), Reckless Rainbow (hybrid) and Do-Si-Do (indica) to meet a variety of needs. \n\n### 2. PAX Era \n\n![PAX Era](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-7bd2f709-125e-445d-88b4-ada9ae6721cd/original.png)\n\nThe PAX Era was dubbed the cannabis vaporizer of the future by _The Cannabist_, and it’s easy to see why: The sleek, modern vape pen boasts its own app, which allows consumers to control temperature for their ideal flavor and potency. This app also has a lock feature that prevents your pen from being used by any unwanted consumers. No other portable vape pens on the market currently boast these conveniences. \n\nWhile vaping is considered less harmful than smoking is, most cannabis oil in vape cartridges contain thinning agents to get the oil to the right consistency for vaping. These thinning agents like propylene glycol are safe to consume at lower temperatures, but at higher ones they can turn into carcinogenic chemicals like formaldehyde. That’s why it’s important to have vape pens that let you control temperature and keep things from getting too hot. \n\n### 3. Kikoko Teas\n\n![Kikoko cannabis teas](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-2ed7e653-3089-4adc-9cc1-70c8f72f27ba/original.png)\n\nTaking cannabis in tea form seems like a no brainer—we take plenty of herbal remedies, like echinacea or chamomile, this way. However, cannabis tea does take some work to prepare from scratch: You need to decarboxylate the cannabis and add a fat like milk or coconut oil for the THC to bind to. \n\nBut Kikoko has found a way to make cannabis tea without any of this fuss, using its own proprietary method. The result is a line of four user-friendly teas: Positivit-Tea, Sensuali-Tea, Sympa-Tea and Tranquili-Tea. Simply pour 6–8 ounces of boiling water over a tea bag and steep for 90 seconds. What you get is a delicious tea that doesn’t even taste like cannabis. \n\nAs a bonus, Kikoko boasts some of the most vibrant, beautiful packaging in the business, making its products a great gift for both newbies and experienced consumers alike. \n\n### 4. Dosist Vape Pens\n\n![Dosist vape pens](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-85eb026d-ebbc-4090-8712-cb79854da6d2/original.png)\n\nVoted one of the most innovative companies of 2018 by _Fast Company_, Dosist has set itself apart from other all-in-one vape pen brands with its sleek packaging and stellar products. Unlike other vape pens, Dosist pens vibrate after you’ve consumed 2.25 mg of cannabis oil, to help consumers dose accurately. \n\nThe company also shies away from calling its products via strain name or the standard indica-sativa-hybrid classification. Instead, Dosist pens come in bliss, relief, passion, calm, arouse and sleep formulations. Each name corresponds to a unique blend of CBD, THC and terpenes that are supposed to produce said desired effects.  \n\nDosist also gets bonus points because its pens are made from recyclable, medical-grade plastic. After you’ve finished a pen, you can return it to a dispensary that sells dosist products so it can be disposed of properly. \n\n### 5. Level’s Tablinguals \n\n![Level Tablinguals](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-08409f77-c8f3-4630-bd0d-ddf4c1c8fce0/original.png)\n\nIf you want to branch out from THC and CBD, look no further than Level’s Tablingual line, which boasts unique cannabinoids like CBG, THCA and delta-8 THC. Like THC and CBD, these cannabinoids are said to have therapeutic potential. Though more studies are needed, research suggests that these cannabinoids have anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving properties. \n\nLevel’s Tablinguals are small, microdosed tablets that consumers place under their tongues. These Tablinguals were designed for layering—or combining cannabis products to produce fine-tuned experiences. You can mix and match these Tablinguals, which come in Calm (CBG), Relieve (THCA), Soothe (delta-8 THC) as well as Remedy (CBD) and Elevate (THC) to get the results that you want. \n\nPhoto credit: [Guilherme Stecanella](https://unsplash.com/@guilhermestecanella)\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) index of articles. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,/9j/2wBDABALDA4MChAODQ4SERATGCgaGBYWGDEjJR0oOjM9PDkzODdASFxOQERXRTc4UG1RV19iZ2hnPk1xeXBkeFxlZ2P/2wBDARESEhgVGC8aGi9jQjhCY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2NjY2P/wgARCAAPABQDASIAAhEBAxEB/8QAFwAAAwEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAIDBP/EABUBAQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEA/9oADAMBAAIQAxAAAAFbZkEKEf/EABoQAAIDAQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAECAAMREjH/2gAIAQEAAQUCHvTPWQkLaKnOcBp//8QAFREBAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABH/2gAIAQMBAT8BiP/EABURAQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAR/9oACAECAQE/AVf/xAAZEAACAwEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARAREjH/2gAIAQEABj8Cb0diotH/xAAZEAADAQEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAREhMUH/2gAIAQEAAT8hiHzuCcN35woMkk0I8pq9KIM//9oADAMBAAIAAwAAABDXP//EABcRAAMBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABQRH/2gAIAQMBAT8QUU2f/8QAFhEBAQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAER/9oACAECAQE/ELWH/8QAGxABAAMBAQEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAQARQSGBMVH/2gAIAQEAAT8QF62K16MhrArw1Dz5CZvbd3Y6/lFpOEQVppIuBW9BDvpP/9k=","aspectRatio":1.3605442176870748,"src":"/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/14b42/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.jpg","srcSet":"/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/f836f/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.jpg 200w,\n/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/2244e/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.jpg 400w,\n/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/14b42/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.jpg 800w,\n/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/47498/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.jpg 1200w,\n/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/0e329/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.jpg 1600w,\n/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/739c7/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.jpg 2663w","srcWebp":"/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/58556/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/61e93/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.webp 200w,\n/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/1f5c5/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.webp 400w,\n/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/58556/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.webp 800w,\n/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/99238/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.webp 1200w,\n/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/7c22d/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.webp 1600w,\n/static/263e0483efbbb69c6752da45cd8dfdc7/8312f/84acd35c55cbe72ad8551414d5e3634a.webp 2663w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2791-markdown","title":"Staff Picks: 7 Cannabis Products to Help You De-Stress","slug":"staff-picks-7-cannabis-products-to-help-you-de-stress","content":"Even the calmest, most blissed-out yogi has a stressful day once in a while. And for the rest of us, stress can arise for a number of reasons: household chores piling up, a looming job interview, a critical project at work, a sick family member—the causes are near-endless. \n\nThinking about decompressing holistically is a good way to start reducing the stress in your life. Make time for meditation, exercise regularly, be proactive about planning ahead and organizing. And why not add cannabis to your daily routine? \n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\n### Can Cannabis Really Help Me De-Stress?\n\nOne of the cannabis plant’s most prominent cannabinoids, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), has a very similar structure to an endocannabinoid we produce naturally: anandamide. [Anandamide is also known as the bliss molecule](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a949d06f24d1300077ccb66/eating-anandamide-the-bliss-molecule) because it promotes feelings of pleasure. It also plays a role in regulating other functions like motivation, appetite and memory. \n\nInterestingly, THC also increases dopamine levels, another molecule that’s tied to our pleasure responses. People who experience anxiety are thought to have low levels of dopamine. \n\nTests have shown there’s a [link between marijuana and lower stress levels](https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00213-017-4648-z). In a 2017 study out of Washington State University, patients took a stress test. Some of the test subjects consumed cannabis beforehand, and some didn’t. The marijuana consumers reported less stress during the test. Their blood also showed lower levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. \n\nSo, the science seems to back cannabis as a stress buster. But how does this translate to real life? Seven HelloMD team members share their favorite marijuana products, which they find help them de-stress, relax and unwind.\n\n### Pax Level Remedy 3:1 Takes the Edge off, While Keeping Your Edge\n\n![Pax Level Remedy 3:1](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-9bdbfe55-b81b-4c96-8387-b0cd0eedad48/original.png)\n\n**[Kevin P.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/59928c89324eaa1d3e2ce54e/charmingkodiak1/my-story), customer service specialist:** “I like vaporizers because when I'm looking to deal with stress, I want something that's going to help right away. And I really like the [Remedy 3:1 Pax Era Pod by Level](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5abc00091bb06d0008614069/remedy-31)— that’s three parts CBD (cannabidiol) to one part THC. \n\n“Sometimes if I get really high, I may actually feel more anxious, fall asleep and then wake up in a couple of hours and still have whatever I was worried about to worry about. But with this ratio, it’s psychoactive, and I feel a little bit of a tickle, but it's more of a reduction of symptoms than getting really high. So, you just don't notice the things that stress you out as much. That's something I really like.\n\n“I especially like to vape Remedy when I'm cooking for other people. I really love to cook, but I get a little stressed when I cook for others. And I'm not one of those people who can have a glass of wine while I'm cooking to relax—that just makes me forget what I'm doing. So, just a puff or two on the vaporizer, and I can feel relaxed but still concentrate.” \n\n### Level Soothe Delta-8 THC Tablinguals Help You De-Stress & Give You Confidence \n\n![Level Soothe Delta-8 THC Tablinguals](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-398665d4-56b9-48ac-a44f-a8a0bb0d2d17/original.png)\n\n**[Danielle L.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/59c02607064564000f877688/danielle-lim/my-story), health & wellness writer:** “My favorite product for stress is [Level’s Soothe Delta-8 THC Tablinguals](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5abbf1161bb06d000861404a/soothe-tablinguals). I tried one based on HelloMD co-founder Pamela’s recommendation, and I’d say it's pretty spot on to how she describes it: like having a glass of wine. \n\n“I remember taking this tablingual before I was meeting up with somebody who I didn't really know, which made me a little anxious and stressed out. I was a lot more social, but I wasn't really conscious of it until afterwards. I was like, ‘Oh wow, that was a really nice, easy conversation that I had with somebody that I didn't really know.’ \n\n“I think for social stressors, this tablingual is really good. I’d say I didn't notice the effects right away, but as I was having a conversation with her, I was pretty conscious about how at ease I was. And then I remember after I had that conversation, it just put me in a really good mood, so I actually went out with some friends afterwards. It just kept me in a really good mood the whole time.”\n\n### Plus Sour Watermelon Sativa Gummies Lift a Bad Mood \n\n![Plus Sour Watermelon Sativa Gummies](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-566f493f-3b14-44e0-a2de-6573de6b58d2/original.png)\n\n**[Ryan G.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/5978f93daa0db4145a24da3f/ryang/my-story), customer service lead:** “First off, I really like the taste of the [Plus Sour Watermelon Sativa Gummies](https://www.hellomd.com/products/58ed3ceec064b40d58fad313/sour-watermelon-sativa-gummies). And I also find that they give me a boost in energy. So, usually if I’m in a bad mood, I’ll also feel tired. But after taking these, I feel happy, I get the giggles, and I definitely feel a boost in my spirits. \n\n“My wife says she can see a total turnaround in me after I take these gummies. After they start kicking in, she’ll say, ‘Well you're laughing; you’re talkative; I can see they’re working.’ They don't make me feel out of it or spacey. It's more of a cerebral high, and they also don’t make me feel lazy or couch-locked or anything like that.\n\n“I have a pretty fast metabolism, so I start feeling the effects in less than an hour, in around 45 minutes. But because of my fast metabolism, the feeling doesn't last too long. So, what I've learned to do is take a few and just as they’re starting to kick in, wait an hour or two and then take another one to keep that good mood going. And they're small enough to where I’m pretty much microdosing when I consume them.” \n\n### Jetty’s Do Si Do Dablicator Is a Healthier Way to Decompress\n\n![Jetty Do Si Do Dablicator](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-b58abed4-0b08-4c57-8ad8-7798f49e23e3/original.png)\n\n**[Bart S.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/5817af1a97ed67000a00143c/BartSmart/my-story), customer service specialist:**I like the [Do Si Do Dablicator from Jetty](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5abbf8e01bb06d000861405d/dablicatortm-do-si-do) at the end of a long day. It definitely helps me relax and puts me to sleep. So, if I end up working late, I need to unwind before I can go to sleep. This is what helps me speed up that unwinding process.\n\n“It also helps me reflect back on my day, so, if I'm too stressed out, I can kind of analyze my day and think about it and then it helps me realize, ‘Oh I can handle this. Everything is cool.’\n\n“The way I consume it is, I put the dabs in my tabletop vaporizer. I like to dab because honestly, I think it's healthier for me. When you’re smoking joints, that’s paper you’re smoking. And you use less with concentrates than with flower. So, if you’re smoking multiple grams of flower a week, that’s a lot of organic material going into your lungs. Dabs can be purer, and you don’t have to use so much, only a tiny bit.”\n\n### Tranquili-Tea From Kikoko Helps You Unwind & Get Ready for Bed \n\n![Kikoko Tranquili-Tea](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-0ba25fc8-c407-44ef-a694-58733b0e2d90/original.png)\n\n**[Veronica B.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/583c9403925c1a000b5029bb/veronicab/my-story), customer service specialist:** “Tea is great, and I find that it just really relaxes me. Cannabis really relaxes me as well, so putting these two things together in this [Tranquili-Tea from Kikoko](https://www.hellomd.com/products/58dc2cfe53635624bf2a4992/tranquili-tea) gives me a nice, little, relaxing, de-stressing cup of tea. It’s also good for relaxing the brain and focusing on resting, which can segue into restful sleep. And If I’m well-rested, then I’m definitely less stressed out. \n\n“I find the effects of the tea very mellow, so it's great for people who are pretty new to cannabis or just want to de-stress a little bit but don't want a super cerebral or full-body experience. It won't be overwhelming, but you’ll definitely feel better and relaxed. For me, it’s not intensely psychoactive, but just enough to make me feel better.” \n\n### Pax Level Float Kicks in for Quick Relief Day or Night\n\n![Float Pax Era Pod from Level](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-292c2849-75de-48c6-a775-8180d0995803/original.png)\n\n**[Nik S.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/5afb562618263800077e507a/nsavelli/my-story), \ncustomer service specialist:** “I would say the [Float Pax Era Pod from Level](https://www.hellomd.com/products/5abbfeed1bb06d0008614063/float) is what I reach for when I’m feeling stressed, mainly because of its high potency. I also think the flavor is really good. It's definitely very relaxing, very calming and gives you, for lack of a better word, that floating feeling.\n\n“I really appreciate Level’s extraction process and the way it blends the terpenes back in. It doesn't have that fake glycerin taste that you get from certain other brands. I’d say Level does a really good all around.\n\n“I like the Float Pax Era Pod’s quick onset when you compare it to an edible or a gel capsule or a tincture. With other methods, I find sometimes they might give you an anxious feeling when you’re waiting to see if it will make you feel better. You may be sitting there thinking, ‘When's this going to kick in? Is this going to work well?’ And that might add to your anxiety even more. Whereas, when you're vaping, it's easier because you'll feel the effects pretty rapidly. \n\n“I think Float’s great because it can provide stimulation but can also produce other uplifting effects, including that relaxing feeling. So, it's one that can be used during the day or night.”\n\n### Unwind With Satori Wild Strawberries in Chocolate\n\n![Satori's Wild Strawberries in Chocolate](https://hellomd-development.s3.amazonaws.com/markdown-image-injector-e5b76855-d3f8-44f6-83ec-0285dc3f991e/original.png)\n\n**[Melissa N.](https://www.hellomd.com/people/5697f4f109d7dd000c000018/melissa/my-story), office manager:** “I like the [Satori Wild Strawberries in Chocolate](https://www.hellomd.com/products/586593fb159af1000c6d05fc/wild-strawberries-in-chocolate) because they're great for microdosing and not super high in THC. If you're in a bad mood, they just lift you up. You won't be super stoned so you can still function, but it just takes the edge off.\n\n“When I'm in a bad mood, and it's hard to change the channel in my mind, I like to take these, and then I usually say to myself, ‘Oh, I feel a little better now. I don't know why I was stressed about that.’ Or if I'm feeling overwhelmed then it just kind of perks me up a little. \n\n“A lot of people de-stress with alcohol, but I don't personally really like drinking that much. When I was younger, I used to be able to go hard at it, and I would never have a hangover the next day. But now, even if I drink two beers and don't get drunk, I still feel terrible the next day. So, for me, something like this to de-stress is much more preferable. \n\n“I also really like how these taste. You can taste just a little bit of the cannabis, but not too much like other edibles, which is good because that's the biggest thing for me. I really struggle with edibles because I can taste the cannabis. But the strawberries and the chocolate do a nice job of covering it up—and who doesn't like chocolate-covered strawberries?” \n\nMain photo credit: [Nathan Cowley](https://www.pexels.com/@mastercowley)\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/56201c206430320006bb0000/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online. \n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3793103448275863,"src":"/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/14b42/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.jpg","srcSet":"/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/f836f/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.jpg 200w,\n/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/2244e/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.jpg 400w,\n/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/14b42/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.jpg 800w,\n/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/47498/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.jpg 1200w,\n/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/0e329/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.jpg 1600w,\n/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/0cde8/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.jpg 3671w","srcWebp":"/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/58556/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/61e93/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.webp 200w,\n/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/1f5c5/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.webp 400w,\n/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/58556/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.webp 800w,\n/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/99238/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.webp 1200w,\n/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/7c22d/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.webp 1600w,\n/static/a2f75486906c82fac648c1a20b4d00f4/2bed0/5727d8cca79da0a8a3f5097e88529f39.webp 3671w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2768-markdown","title":"How to Microdose With Cannabis: A HelloMD Event","slug":"how-to-microdose-with-cannabis-a-hellomd-event","content":"HelloMD’s Chief Medical Officer [Perry Solomon](https://www.linkedin.com/in/perry-solomon-md-2b27a65), M.D., hosted another educational event in San Francisco with [Level](https://levelexperience.com/) co-founder [Chris Emerson](https://levelexperience.com/maverick-beginnings-plant-love-meets-science/). This time, Chris spoke on the topic of [microdosing](https://www.hellomd.com/tag/microdosing) cannabis.\n\n![Hello1-min (29).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello1_min_29_a2323482f9.png)\n\nChris, who’s also Level’s chief scientist, holds a Ph.D. in small molecule chemistry. As he puts it, “*A lot of people who get that training go and make drugs for Big Pharma. … I’ve always been fascinated by plant medicine. And so I had an experience seven years ago on a cannabis farm that changed the direction of my life and led me down this path of wanting to create a consistent, reliable, standardized dose of products for the cannabis market*\".\n\n“*Level’s about three years old now, and I think we’re doing a good job of trying to achieve that goal. We’ll keep iterating, moving forward. And we love partnering with [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) on these events because we’re very aligned on how we approach our thoughts for what cannabis can be for people in health and wellness*.”\n\nWhen it comes to cannabis for health and wellness, more and more people are consuming the plant to improve their quality of life versus for recreational purposes only. Says Dr. Solomon, “*There are always going to be people who just want to get stoned, who just want to get high*.\"\n\n“*However, we try to promote cannabis as an alternative to pharmaceutical drugs—to alcohol in most cases, and obviously to opioids. We see people using cannabis for everything from [migraines](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/new-study-finds-cannabis-effective-in-treatment-for-migraines) to [insomnia](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/3-popular-questions-about-marijuana-and-insomnia-answered) and obviously, number one, for [pain](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-a-workplace-solution-for-chronic-pain)*.”\n\nAnd so, with this in mind, Dr. Solomon sat down with Chris to go over the benefits of cannabis, especially when taken in small doses on a regular basis—that is, [cannabis taken in microdoses](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/microdosing-a-better-way-to-take-cannabis). Here are just a few excerpts from their in-depth discussion.\n\n### What is microdosing when it comes to cannabis? And how does microdosing marijuana affect the human condition?\n\n**Chris Emerson:** Microdosing is a concept of using a subtherapeutic dose over a certain timeframe to help some system come into equilibrium. A lot of times, when people talk about microdosing, that’s with psychedelic compounds. I think [James Fadiman](https://www.jamesfadiman.com/) was the one who really came up with this regime of: \n\nYou take a compound for one day at a subtherapeutic dose. Then you take two days off. Then you repeat that cycle. So, in seven days, you’re dosing three times roughly. This works really well when you’re talking about very potent compounds where you need less than a milligram to have some physiological action.\n\nIn cannabis, microdosing is now used ubiquitously to talk about much lower dosing. So, instead of packing maybe a bowl full of flower using a vape cartridge, it’s using 1–3 milligrams of a subtherapeutic dose of cannabis. And so, I think it’s important to define what we’re talking about from microdosing. Generally, the range that people talk about with microdosing is anything up to three milligrams or more. \n\n![Hello3-min (25).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello3_min_25_dbe4baa854.png)\n\n### The problem, though, with cannabis, in general, is that everyone’s needs are individual and unique. So what may be right for me may not be right for you? Isn’t that right?\n\n**Chris Emerson:** Exactly. So I think the extreme cut-off is five milligrams, but that can be a very heavy dose for a lot of people. So we at Level and a lot of other companies define it as being from 1–3 milligrams. \n\nHonestly, it’s really hard to get microdosed products that are less than a milligram. So I think in the context of cannabis, when we talk about microdosing, it’s somewhere between 1–3 milligrams, potentially up to five. \n\n![Hello4-min (24).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello4_min_24_8240521b5f.png)\n\n### How does a microdose actually work? Are you supposed to feel something when you take a microdose of cannabis?\n\n**Chris Emerson:** I think in the traditional context of microdosing cannabis, it’s working in the background, so you don’t necessarily feel it physiologically, but you notice enhancement. Then, it’s like, “*Oh, I can focus now*,” or “*I’m not getting tired*,” or “*I didn’t have anxiety today*.” And because the plant produces 65-plus different [cannabinoids](https://www.hellomd.com/articles/cannabinoids-chemical-compounds-with-huge-therapeutic-potential), some of them are psychoactive, and most of them aren’t.\n\nAnd so it’s an interesting question you ask. Yeah, maybe you take a milligram of [THC (tetrahydrocannabinol)](https://www.hellomd.com/tag/thc), and you don’t feel this high from a physiological standpoint, but it helps you focus during your day or helps with your back pain if you’ve been sitting at a computer for 10 hours.\n\nAnd so the really challenging thing, and I think what we’re trying to do here, is to answer: What is microdosing, and what does it mean for cannabis?\n\n![Hello2-min (26).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello2_min_26_b45b29ac52.png)\n \n### If someone takes a high dose of THC, they feel it immediately. In a microdose, though, they don’t really feel anything, so they don’t think it’s working. Do you have to take cannabis for a certain amount of time in the microdosed amount before you actually realize that something may be happening? Or might they feel something?\n\n**Chris Emerson:** I definitely think they could feel something. I can take small doses of cannabis. Not necessarily delta-9 THC, but maybe [CBD (cannabidiol)](https://www.hellomd.com/tag/cbd) as an example. I can take 1–3 milligrams. I may not feel physiologically in effect; I don’t feel tingling, or maybe I don’t feel tension relief in my shoulders, but mentally and emotionally, there’s a difference. So because everyone interacts differently with cannabis, it’s part of this journey of what cannabis actually is: an exploration and definition. \n\n![Hello1-min (25).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello1_min_25_08bb84ad6d.png)\n\n### Are there other cannabinoids that you can microdose as well? In other words, other than CBD and THC?\n\n**Chris Emerson:** Yes, absolutely. Any of them, as long as you can find products that allow you to do that. So whether it's a tea or a tincture or tablets or powder, you need something that's standardized in dosage. \n\n![Hello4-min (23).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello4_min_23_489cb45ba1.png)\n\n### If someone were to have pain and they needed to take a lot of THC to quell that pain, would they be able to microdose and still get the type of relief they need over a period of time? \n\n**Chris Emerson:** Potentially, they could. It's really hard to say because right now, the way I view it is most people are really overdosing on the amount of cannabis we need. Most products are these much higher-dose products.\n\nAnd so people really haven't started to explore how much cannabis do, I actually need and what is my dosing regime over a certain given amount of time. And so, it makes it challenging because there are a lot of different factors that play into how effective the cannabis is or will be.\n\nThe fat you’ve consumed makes a difference. Also, what's my route of administration? What's my metabolism like? How long does it take my body to actually metabolize and get rid of the active cannabinoid plus, am I using cannabinoids in concert?\n\nAnd so, it makes it really challenging. It's not a cut-and-dried, zero-one. This is the way we do it. This is why we keep coming back to, you start low and go slow. You start with 1–3 milligrams, and then you can baseline yourself essentially off of a product and then say, “OK, I understand if I take three milligrams, I feel this way.”\n\nAnd then you can really start to explore yourself. Maybe you introduce other cannabinoids, or you try a smaller dose to see if you get the same effect. \n\n![Hello6-min (6).png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Hello6_min_6_6f0daaad5e.png)\n\n### Let's say there's someone who's been using high doses of THC and CBD. What will happen if they switch immediately to a microdose? Will they feel anything, or do they have to wash the high doses of cannabis out of their system and then start slowly going to a microdose to get some type of effect or feeling?\n\n**Chris Emerson:** There’s a lot of empirical evidence out there, and what people like to say is it's seven to 10 days for your body to reset. … So, say you're on a regimen of 100 milligrams of THC a day, but you really want to see if five milligrams two times a day is going to make a difference. You need a wash-out period.\n\nMost likely, seven to 10 days is what a lot of people report will clear your system. Maybe it's longer—up to 30 days, but that's a good place to start. Then bring yourself back online and say, “Hey, I'm going to try with five milligrams in the morning and five at night.”\n\nThe other thing as well is that people react differently to cannabinoids because we have different expression levels of endocannabinoids in our bodies, so maybe it's not just the delta-9 THCs. Maybe it's the interaction with the other cannabinoids as well. So as you lower the dose of something, maybe you want to start over again and try some new cannabinoids, try some CBD in different ratios with the THC.\n\nLowering your dose is one of the challenging things that we talk about to a lot of people. This is a journey. This is a journey with a plant that people have been consuming for at least 10,000 years, probably a lot longer, and there's going be some exploration with it.\n\nBut cannabis—if formulated properly and tested properly—should be a really good experience, and the adverse effects that people may or may not have should be minimal. Maybe you get a little too high one time, so you go to sleep. Maybe you get a little paranoid, and you wake up the next day and say, “I'm cool; I'm fine, and now I know not to do that again.”\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/56201c206430320006bb0000/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post.\n\n### Get a Medical Marijuana Card Online\n\nIt's easy to get your medical marijuana 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. 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Focused on quality, Level uses advanced techniques to extract the purest medicinal value while retaining the best natural qualities of the plant.\n\nRecently, Level released a new type of product: the tablingual. It’s a fast-acting sublingual tablet, which quickly dissolves under your tongue. Ever since we tried Level’s minty marijuana tablinguals, we’ve been crazy about them. Each member of the HelloMD team has their favorite tablingual, or combination of tablinguals.\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nIn our interview with Chris Emerson, Ph.D., chief scientist and co-founder of Level, Chris talks to us about the cannabis-infused tablingual product line.\n\n`embed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6mcuDcoaOc`\n\n### What’s a tablingual?\n\n**Chris Emerson:** A tablingual is a sublingual formulation with a standardized dose of 3 mg of active cannabinoids. The product line, which includes six different products, has individual cannabinoids for each formulation. So, you don't get a mixture of cannabinoids; you're getting a single cannabinoid that you can use. And you can mix and match with the others.\n\nFor instance, Remedy is our cannabidiol (CBD) tablingual, which eases mental and physical stress. And Relieve is our tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA) tablingual, designed to alleviate pain. We often suggest taking them together.\n\nOur tablinguals are based on single cannabinoids:\n\n* **Elevate tablingual**, which contains tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), is meant to give a classic high, uplifting both mind and body.\n\n* **Relieve tablingual**, with THCA, doesn’t produce any high and is designed to alleviate pain.\n\n* **Soothe tablingual* contains Delta-8 THC; it gives a mild high that relaxes both mind and body.\n\n* **Remedy tablingual**, with CBD, creates a barely there high, easing mental and physical stress.\n\n* **Calm tablingual** contains cannabigerol (CBG), which can help ease mental and physical stress without any accompanying high.\n\n* **Stimulate tablingual**, which has tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV), is meant to give an energizing high and focuses the mind.\n\n### Why is it important to allow people to experiment with individual cannabinoids such as CBD and THCA? \n\n**CE:** We feel it’s important for people to experiment and understand which products and in what combinations work best for them. We all have our own individual endocannabinoid system, or ECS. This leads people to have unique experiences based on their own body composition. For instance, some people like indicas and other people may like sativas, but it's important for people on their cannabis journey to have a tool kit so they can discover what's going to work best for them. \n\nRELATED: [WHAT IS THE ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM?](https://hellomd.com/articles/what-is-the-endocannabinoid-system)\n\n### In your experience, do most people do well with a single cannabinoid, such as the Calm CBG tablingual, or is the power in the combination of the cannabinoids?\n\n**CE:** I think it's yes to both of those. Most people can find a single cannabinoid that does work well for them. But when you start to combine cannabinoids, that's where the synergy, the real magic, of cannabis comes together. \n\nCannabis is about polypharmacy. So it's the combination entourage effect, if you will, of different components working in concert; they give you the maximum effect so you can have an effective treatment with a single cannabinoid. But really when you start combining them, that's when you can start getting the most therapeutic benefit from cannabis. \n\n### You’ve actually created a whole new cannabis product type here. What makes the tablingual different from other marijuana products? \n\n**CE:** So, when you ingest cannabis from an extract, such as an oil, you’re taking something that's essentially an oil, and you're putting it into a water environment: your mouth. We know that oil and water don't mix. At Level, we've engineered a tablet that allows you to sublingually take a very small amount of active cannabinoid, which is taken up through your mucous membranes in your mouth and enters into your bloodstream very quickly. The onset is pretty fast, at about five to 10 minutes. It wasn’t an easy thing to achieve; it was actually quite challenging. \n\n### Would you say a tablingual or sublingual is more effective, when microdosing cannabis, than a marijuana edible that's being metabolized by the liver?\n\nIf you were to swallow an oral tablet that’s 3 mg, it takes a lot longer to get into the system, and the potential for the cannabinoids to be spread out or last within the body is much greater. When you eat an edible and swallow it, you’re putting it through an acidic stomach environment, which then has to be absorbed through the intestines and go to the liver. There are a lot of different biological processes that can happen during that time. \n\nWhen you take a tablingual, it's immediately taken up into your mucous membranes or any sublingual route of administration. And then it goes through a different pathway; it actually goes through one of the major veins that takes it right into your heart and is then distributed throughout your system. Due to this, you can have a much smaller dose, and have it be more effective, because you're not metabolizing the compounds.\n\nRELATED: [GETTING THE MOST OUT OF SUBLINGUAL CANNABIS](https://hellomd.com/articles/getting-the-most-out-of-using-sublingual-cannabis) \n\n### You’ve created a wheel that suggests how to combine cannabinoids within the tablinguals. Is this meant to show people how to take tablinguals in combination?\n\n`embed: https://www.instagram.com/p/BjlCne4BAp6/` \n\n**CE:** Yes. When people enter into cannabis consumption slowly, and they don't have any adverse events and they're not scared away, they build a lot more confidence. They can trust themselves and their own judgment. At this point, they may be willing to experiment more. Right now, we're in a place where there’s a lot of experimentation. The wheel was developed for people who have the confidence to try combining cannabinoids, and we try to give some guidance in how we might do it.\n\nFor instance, pain is one of the most common conditions. When you look at the wheel, there are many different cannabinoid combinations. So. for instance, for pain, the first thing we recommend is a THCA and CBD together. There's no psychoactivity associated with that combination, and the suggestion combines two very powerful anti-inflammatory cannabinoids together.\n\nIf someone is dealing with inflammatory pain, you actually need THC in the system as well, so adding a THC tablingual may be the right thing for that particular person. Keep in mind everyone has a slightly nuanced ECS from everybody else, so this is only a suggestion of what we think may work best.\n\nIf you’re new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's easy, private and 100% online.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3605442176870748,"src":"/static/95ac6e60def8cb2b9a38ed9bd46d8b7f/ee604/8ca66a0dc577d72704d10f5b72bac1df.png","srcSet":"/static/95ac6e60def8cb2b9a38ed9bd46d8b7f/69585/8ca66a0dc577d72704d10f5b72bac1df.png 200w,\n/static/95ac6e60def8cb2b9a38ed9bd46d8b7f/497c6/8ca66a0dc577d72704d10f5b72bac1df.png 400w,\n/static/95ac6e60def8cb2b9a38ed9bd46d8b7f/ee604/8ca66a0dc577d72704d10f5b72bac1df.png 800w,\n/static/95ac6e60def8cb2b9a38ed9bd46d8b7f/db955/8ca66a0dc577d72704d10f5b72bac1df.png 900w","srcWebp":"/static/95ac6e60def8cb2b9a38ed9bd46d8b7f/58556/8ca66a0dc577d72704d10f5b72bac1df.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/95ac6e60def8cb2b9a38ed9bd46d8b7f/61e93/8ca66a0dc577d72704d10f5b72bac1df.webp 200w,\n/static/95ac6e60def8cb2b9a38ed9bd46d8b7f/1f5c5/8ca66a0dc577d72704d10f5b72bac1df.webp 400w,\n/static/95ac6e60def8cb2b9a38ed9bd46d8b7f/58556/8ca66a0dc577d72704d10f5b72bac1df.webp 800w,\n/static/95ac6e60def8cb2b9a38ed9bd46d8b7f/210c1/8ca66a0dc577d72704d10f5b72bac1df.webp 900w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":0,"numPages":1,"currentPage":1,"id":5442,"name":"Level","slug":"level","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}