Medical Cannabis Education
THC and Sleep: What Happens When You Sleep High?
What happens when you sleep high after smoking marijuana? Weed makes you sleepy, so many people will use cannabis for sleep, but there’s much debate over whether this is good for you. With approximately 16% of Americans saying they smoke cannabis or use other THC products, this is an issue afflicting potentially millions of people.…
Read MoreCountries Where Weed is Legal in 2023: Guide to Cannabis Law by Country
Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko International marijuana laws have little rhyme or reason. Some countries impose harsh penalties on those caught with weed, whereas others hold the status of “weed-legal country.” Just as the U.S. is a confusing mishmash of laws, so is most of the world. Technically speaking, only Canada and Uruguay are the only…
Read MoreHow Long Does a Weed High Last & How Long Does it Take for Weed to Kick In?
Marijuana is the most commonly used drug in the country. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 18% of Americans consumed cannabis in 2019, despite federal prohibition. But if you’ve never tried it before, how long does a weed high last? Various sources will talk about weed offering highs starting at 30 minutes…
Read MoreWhat is an Eighth of Weed & What are the Other Common Weed Measurements?
Photo by Budding Cannabis is in an interesting place in the United States. While still federally illegal, its legal status is in various stages of development throughout the US ranging from available as medicine to a controlled substance. There was a time when cannabis was only obtainable on the street. Certain parts of cannabis culture…
Read MoreThe Top 8 Benefits of a Medical Marijuana Card & Why to Get One Even in a Recreational State
Photo by Budding The legal situation surrounding recreational marijuana has been fluid for some years, with some states choosing to legalize it and others preferring to follow the federal government’s guidelines. Despite this, 48 million Americans used weed in 2019, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Obtaining cannabis largely depends on where…
Read MoreWhat is Limonene? Understanding the Benefits of the Limonene Terpene
Photo by Lena Khrupina What do cannabis, citrus fruits, and lemon-scented floor cleaner all have in common? They all contain the terpene limonene. Cannabinoids drive so much of the interest in medical marijuana but the terpenes found in cannabis give each strain of marijuana its unique flavor and scent. If you’re new to cannabis you…
Read MoreHow Does Medical Marijuana Reciprocity Work? Can I Use My Medical Card in Another State?
Photo by Lil Artsy The marijuana boom continues, with an increasing number of states deciding to legalize it. According to the CDC, an estimated 48 million Americans used marijuana in 2019. More medical marijuana users are leading to complexities and complications, such as medical marijuana reciprocity. If you’re wondering, “Can I use my medical card…
Read MoreIs Weed Legal in Ohio? Plus More Questions About Ohio Weed Laws & Ohio Marijuana Legalization
Photo by Ekaterina Bolovtsova Is Marijuana Legal in Ohio? Technically, the answer is no, recreational weed is not legal for use in Ohio, however several forms of medicinal marijuana have been made legal and are available for purchase at local Ohio medical marijuana dispensaries. In order to access a dispensary, you must have a medical…
Read MoreMedical Weed Card Age: How Old Do You Have to Be to Buy Weed?
Photo by Grav Everyone knows that in states where marijuana has been legalized for recreational use, the legal age for weed is 21, but how old do you have to be to buy weed if you possess a medical card? To date, 37 states have legalized marijuana for medical purposes. However, few people know that…
Read MoreWeed and Guns: What are the Weed and Gun Laws? Can You Have Your Medical Card and Gun License?
Friendly Reminder: While the posts on this site are doctor-reviewed, nothing in this article should be considered legal advice. Photo by KoolShooters What do guns and weed have in common? They are both heavily regulated by the government. They are also both highly contentious legally because of the difference of federal vs. state laws. Someone…
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