Cannabidiol (CBD) is among the 60+ active compounds that occur in cannabis plants. In recent years, a lot of research has been conducted on this compound to determine its benefits in treating different ailments. The results have mostly been positive, with studies suggesting that CBD has some beneficial effects on the body. The main medical [...]
Slowly but surely, CBD is giving its psychoactive counterpart a serious run for its money. Traditionally, cannabis has been used by most people for purely recreational purposes. It’s currently estimated that around 400 million people worldwide consider themselves to be cannabis users. Of which, the overwhelming majority are all about the enjoyment of smoking weed, [...]
Successful cannabis cultivation isn’t about knowing every rule in the book. If anything, it’s simply about avoiding the kinds of mistakes that could compromise the quality of your crop. As a first-time home grower, it’s almost impossible not to let your enthusiasm get the best of you. Whether you’re planning on growing a single cannabis [...]
When it comes to the enjoyment and appeal of any given cannabis strain, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Not to mention, the circumstances which call for consumption in the first place. In some instances, nothing will do better than a heady, energising and uplifting high that motivates you to conquer the world. [...]
No one quite knows why 420 is the stoner’s number. Some say that 420 was the police code for marijuana possession; others claim it is in celebration of Bob Dylan, Bob Marley or even Adolph Hitler (seriously). But the most credible story comes from Northern California, where a group of high school friends met every [...]
A brief disclaimer to begin with – combining CBD with prescription medicine of any kind without first consulting with a doctor is a bad idea. Every human body reacts differently to meds of all shapes and sizes, so it’s best not to take things for granted. Worldwide, the popularity of CBD products is accelerating like [...]
Anyone with the intention of growing cannabis at home should take cannabis seeds seriously. Whether on the market for fast-action autoflowering seeds, feminized cannabis seeds or considering experimenting with cross-breeding for the first time, quality counts. The key to growing outstanding cannabis and getting the best possible return on your investment lies in starting out [...]
Having pets about the place is great. And assuming you’re a responsible pet owner, you’d never even think about deliberately getting your cat or your dog high. Even if it’s purely for therapeutic purposes, pets should never be given products containing THC or CBD without first consulting with a vet. But what (if any) risk [...]
It’s easy to understand why a sizeable proportion of Amsterdam locals aren’t fond of tourists. Far from the basic coffee shop etiquette expected of guests, visitors to Amsterdam don’t always play by the rules. This is particularly true of for first-time cannabis tourists, for whom coffee shop etiquette often seems like a foreign concept. On [...]
Long hair, good vibes and a penchant for peace. If Jesus really did exist, he was almost definitely a stoner. Hence, what better time of year to get stuck into some seriously top-shelf cannabis than Christmas? Across much of the world (sorry Brits), legalization has transformed the face of cannabis culture like never before. In [...]
