What to Know about Hawaii's Legalization of Edibles June 15, 2021, 2:43 pm

What to Know about Hawaii's Legalization of Edibles

In 2018, House Bill 2729 was passed. This legislation covered everything regarding legal consumption of cannabis in Hawaii, including manufacturing, certification, and the creation of dispensaries. There are standards, limitations and safeguards regarding distribution. In January of 2021, a law known as HB 2097 went into effect, allowing the the sale of cannabis edibles. This means it’s now available for purchase from licensed medical cannabis dispensaries. Defining Cannabis Edibles Edibles come from the compounds present in the cannabis plant…

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Medical Marijuana and Lupus April 14, 2021, 6:42 pm

Medical Marijuana and Lupus

Research has shown that marijuana contains medicinal benefits that treat an array of conditions. Can marijuana help treat lupus and manage its symptoms? This article will aim to answer this question and provide insights into the benefits of medical marijuana. The following is everything you need to know about lupus and how you can use medical marijuana to treat it! What is Lupus? Lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition that can cause inflammation throughout the body. Your body produces antibodies to fight foreign invaders, however, with an…

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All About Medical Cannabis Tinctures March 12, 2021, 4:52 pm

All About Medical Cannabis Tinctures

Do you want to learn more about medical marijuana tinctures? Cannabis treatment comes in many forms. Each of the options has its advantages and disadvantages depending on your personal preferences and treatment plan. The active compounds are the same, yet the administration, dosing, and general experience may be considerably different. As a patient receiving medical cannabis in Hawaii, you have quite a few options to choose from. Among other methods of consumption, you have lozenges, strips and tinctures. In this piece, we’ll tell you everythin…

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Understanding Terpenes February 24, 2021, 7:20 pm

Understanding Terpenes

Are you looking to understand terpenes better? Experts describe the notes and aromas of wine, cheese, and specialty foods. Did you know that you can talk about medical marijuana products the same way? That’s because every strain of cannabis contains a unique fragrance variety. Many chemical compounds are responsible for the aromatic experience you have with a certain plant or food item. In cannabis products, most of the scent is made of fascinating compounds called terpenes. In this article, we are going to explain the role of terpenes in your …

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Does Medical Cannabis Cause Anxiety? December 30, 2020, 12:00 am

Does Medical Cannabis Cause Anxiety?

Are you worried that medical cannabis may cause anxiety? Medical marijuana is used for treating the symptoms of a variety of medical conditions. You’ll find numerous debilitating medical conditions on the state of Hawaii’s list of qualifying issues. Epilepsy, cancer, multiple sclerosis, and lupus are just some examples of these conditions. However, general anxiety disorder is not included on the list, so diagnosed sufferers of this condition do not qualify for medical marijuana. The relationship between marijuana use and anxiety is a complicate…

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