Microdosing is exactly what it sounds like – ingesting minimal amounts of cannabis. But that doesn’t mean the benefits are small. From regulating mood and stimulating creativity to managing pain and tension, people are microdosing cannabis for a myriad of reasons. Read more
Poor sleep affects every aspect of your life, making days longer and harder, shortening your attention span, limiting patience, and the list goes on. If you find it hard to fall asleep or stay asleep, or if you wake up and feel like you spent the whole night tossing and turning, it’s possible you have a sleep disorder. So what are your options? And can cannabis improve the quality of your sleep? Read more
With the legalization of recreational cannabis here in Nevada, more and more people are thinking about trying it for the first time – or for the first time in a long time. While it’s not the norm, unpleasant experiences with cannabis aren’t unheard of. Usually, this kind of thing involves anxious paranoia, something that’s typically the result of way too much THC. The good news is that even a first-timer can minimize the chances of a bad experience, just with a little know-how. To that end, we’ve created this handy little beginner’s guide to cannabis. Read more
One of Kynd’s most popular strains is Super Lemon Haze, a sativa with a perfectly sweet lemon aroma and the flavor to match. What you’re smelling in this strain and many others – OG Kush, Sour Diesel, Jack the Ripper, pretty much any strain with a citrus fruit in its name – is limonene. But this incredibly aromatic terpene does more than just smell delightful. Read more
For many, the perception of cannabis is intrinsically linked to its traditional method of ingestion – smoking it. But that’s selling this amazing plant far too short. The power of medicinal cannabis lies in its cannabinoids, and those are just as accessible through cannabis concentrates – and then some. If you’re new to concentrates, this is a great place to start. Read more
In the cannabis world, the tincture may be one of the most under appreciated methods of consumption. But we think that’s just because people don’t realize how efficient, quick and precise this delivery method really is. Read on for everything you need to know about cannabis tinctures. Read more
This Valentine’s Day, make something from the heart – with a little help from a local chocolatier, who shares this recipe for infused chocolate date truffles. Bonus – with no added sugar, these little treats are delicious and healthy, too! Read more
Anxiety is supposed to be a natural reaction to stress in our environment, which can be physical, emotional, or chemical. This adaptive response serves dual purposes – helping us detect and avoid potential threats, and serving as motivation to better a situation.
Unfortunately, it isn’t always easy to manage anxiety appropriately, and that’s especially true in our overly-scheduled, overly-busy lives. Between meetings, relationships, traffic, negative media, finances, and our own busy schedules, it’s understandable that the majority of us lead stressful lives, and chronic anxiety is an unpleasant side effect.
More than a quarter of American adults in the United States have anxiety disorders, and many turn to pharmaceuticals for help. From Prozac and Zoloft to Valium and Xanax, these drugs can run the gamut from ineffective to downright addictive.
So how about an alternative? Read more
People may have passable knowledge about cannabinoids and terpenes, but they’re probably less familiar with the role terpenes play in a strain’s potency. Researchers are just beginning to understand the therapeutic benefits of terpenes, but what we’re learning is interesting stuff. Read more
One of the benefits of purchasing your cannabis products from a dispensary is peace of mind. You know that each product has been tested for safety, quality and potency. Whether you’re consuming for specific therapeutic benefits or a recreational experience, you should know what to expect in terms of potency and medicinal effects.
That’s where cannabis testing comes in. Read more
