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MondayApr 15, 2019 1:06 pm

4 Benefits of Using Cannabis to Replace Your Depression Medication

Antidepressant medications have become more popular than ever. According to the American Psychology Association, the number of Americans treated with antidepressants has increased by 64% from 1999 to 2014. While there may be a number of factors contributing to the increased use of this category of drugs, its use does have some big downsides. The use of antidepressants is controversial because of their harsh side-effects, withdrawal difficulty, and even their overall effectiveness. People are now searching for alternatives to antidepressants, and are finding them in surprising places. One antidepressant alternative is gaining more popularity: cannabis. As cannabis becomes legal in more…

FridayApr 12, 2019 9:58 am

This Week in Cannabis: Florida Patients Rightfully Upset Over Latest Medical Cannabis Measure

It was another big week for cannabis news. Some progress, lots of drama, and major developments to keep your eye on... Is a cap on THC coming to Florida's medical cannabis program? What happened: A committee in Florida's House of Representatives passed a measure that would cap cannabis flower's potency at 10%. The bill now moves to the House floor where it's unclear at this time what the chances are of it passing. Why it matters: The battle to allow sales of cannabis flower went on for a long time in Florida, with Florida's Governor lifting the ban on cannabis…

ThursdayApr 11, 2019 10:32 am

Should You Be Worried About Cannabis Use Causing Psychosis?

Claims that cannabis use causes psychosis and other mental health problems is not a new phenomenon. From the very beginning of the push to prohibit cannabis, opponents have tried very hard to portray cannabis use as being an extremely risky behavior. The results of a new study were released recently in which cannabis was associated with increased chances of psychosis. Should cannabis consumers be worried? What did the recent study say? Researchers conducted a case-control study across ten European and one Brazilian site which looked at whether there's an association between high-potency cannabis and increased psychosis rates. The researchers concluded: "Cannabis use…

WednesdayApr 10, 2019 9:40 am

Do Strains Really Matter in Medical Cannabis?

Given that there are about 7,000 cannabis strains out there, one has to ask themselves: How different can they all be? The cannabis industry would have you believe that each of these thousands of strains is unique, and that as a patient you really need to try them all in order to find the one perfect for you. However, as a clinician, I’ve found that as far as medicinal cannabis goes, the unique strain doesn’t really matter in terms of medical benefit. How can this be? To start off, we should talk about the difference between a patient’s preferences and…

TuesdayApr 09, 2019 10:44 am

What is Behind the Spike in Cannabis-Related ER Visits in Colorado?

It is becoming more widely known that the cannabis plant can help suffering people in many ways. That is an awesome fact that is always worth praising. One of the biggest arguments in favor of cannabis is that no one has ever died because of cannabis toxicity, unlike other substances, many of which are federally legal. But just because no one has died from cannabis toxicity doesn't mean that cannabis consumption has always resulted in pleasurable experiences. In some cases, cannabis consumption can result in undesirable experiences, and in rare cases, that undesirable experience could end in a visit to…

MondayApr 08, 2019 1:18 pm

5 Things to Look for in a Quality Cannabis Fertilizer

When it comes to cultivating cannabis, the nutrients makes a huge difference. A pot full of dirt is not enough to get a cannabis plant to yield a quality, abundant harvest on its own. A properly grown cannabis plant is going to want to eat, just like every other living thing, and the bigger it gets the more nutrients it will need. Anyone who has gone into an indoor garden center or searched online knows that there is a virtually never-ending supply of nutrient and fertilizer options. But which ones are worthwhile? The Green Flower team asked cannabis cultivation expert…

FridayApr 05, 2019 9:27 am

This Week in Cannabis: FDA Schedules a Public Hearing for Cannabis Policy

The cannabis news and updates never seem to slow down with so much happening. News highlights from this week include a big FDA announcement, Guam making a splash, Oregon voting to export, and more! Below is Green Flower's recap of all the big happenings from this week: FDA schedules a public hearing for cannabis What happened: This week FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb issued a statement regarding cannabis policy. In the statement, Gottlieb announced that a hearing is scheduled for May 31 to let people 'provide the FDA with additional input relevant to the agency's regulatory strategy' regarding cannabis and CBD. Why it matters:…

ThursdayApr 04, 2019 9:08 am

Creating A Healthy Root Zone for Your Cannabis Plants

Taking care of your root zone is one of the most crucial aspects of cannabis cultivation. After all, the roots are the primary route for essential water and nutrients to reach plant tissues. Whatever your chosen method of growing cannabis, you can follow certain basic steps to make sure your root zone stays healthy. These steps may vary greatly according to whether you're growing organically, hydroponically, indoor or outdoor – but in the end, the key is to ensure that the roots are getting the basic things they require. Water, Air & Temperature The most basic, fundamental aspects of ensuring…

WednesdayApr 03, 2019 10:27 am

Meet the Harvard Physician Blazing New Trails in Medical Cannabis

Jordan Tishler, MD, is one of those physicians who will spend an hour with a patient. This hour is actually part of his onboarding process: getting curious about the patient's medical history, outlining the nuances for treating their condition, making sure they have the support and direction they need, and answering all of their questions. And with new patients there can be a lot of questions – because the Harvard-trained Dr. Tishler specializes in medical cannabis. In fact, most physicians in the Boston area will refer patients to his clinic InhaleMD if they suspect cannabis would be helpful. Early Success with…

TuesdayApr 02, 2019 10:11 am

Synthetic Cannabinoids: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Today there are many cannabis-based products available, from whole-plant formulations, available at medical dispensaries, to completely man-made synthetic drugs that are FDA approved. Some of these synthetic cannabinoids mimic classic cannabinoids like THC, while others simply activate and modulate the endocannabinoid system in their own unique way, producing somewhat similar benefits to the cannabis plant. However, there exists a darker side to these synthetic cannabinoids that carry risks far greater than the cannabis plant could ever pose, and it is important to understand the differences. The Good, the Bad & the Ugly – Exploring the Light & Dark Side of Synthetic Cannabis:…