Photo by Diyahna Lewis on Unsplash   Thanks to legalization, the cannabis industry is booming for medical patients and recreational enthusiasts. This exploding market has driven demand for a string of cannabis innovations and a growing demand for new and interesting forms of cannabis. Did you know there’s even purple weed? The growing industry has left budtenders with an almost encyclopedic knowledge of diverse and even obscure cannabis strains and cultivators selectively breeding for higher THC content, selective terpenes, and even the unique purple color. Some strains can take on a sub ..read more

  Cannabis has become a popular sleep aid among both medical and recreational users. Half of long-term cannabis users claim to use it almost exclusively as a sleeping aid. So that begs the question, can you get a medical card for insomnia in Florida? While research grows stronger by the day, the truth is that Florida law doesn’t specify insomnia as a qualifying condition for medical marijuana. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves — there are some specific cases where a card may be issued for sleep management. Insomnia is defined as either a short- or long-term lack of sleep, primarily du ..read more

  There’s been a growing interest in using cannabis to treat HIV. If you have been looking into getting a medical marijuana card to treat HIV, you might be wondering, “Can I get a medical card for HIV in Florida?” Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus that damages the immune system and interferes with its ability to combat infection. More specifically, it destroys the infection-fighting CD4 cells (T cells or helper T cells) and uses those cells to replicate. As a result, a person with HIV becomes vulnerable to other infections. HIV can eventually turn into acquired immunodeficien ..read more

  If you’re thinking of joining the medical marijuana crowd, you might be wondering: Can you get a medical card for glaucoma in Florida? In this article, we’ll cover the basics for qualifying for a medical marijuana card in Florida, including how the program can benefit glaucoma patients. The path to legalizing medical marijuana in Florida wasn’t an easy one. After several attempts, voters overwhelmingly approved Amendment 2 in 2016, opening the doors for medicinal marijuana in the state of Florida. For two years after, smoking medical marijuana was still banned. It wasn’t until 2020 tha ..read more

Photo by Dip Devices on Unsplash   Cannabis is proving to have untold health benefits as the hundreds of compounds in cannabis are slowly proving to have vast, and even surprising, medical implications. And yet, one major issue we cannot ignore is that smoking is not good for you. One issue with cannabis is that smoking weed can present the same health issues as smoking tobacco. Many can be turned off by the idea of smoking cannabis, however, if you wonder how to get high while sparing your lungs this post will have you covered. Now that the stigma about imbibing marijuana is shifting an ..read more

  Depression can happen to anyone. In our fast-paced, often overwhelming modern way of living, it’s rather common to feel a loss of pleasure or interest in activities you once enjoyed. Experts believe that more than 20% of Americans have been diagnosed with depression at some point in their lives. Dozens, if not hundreds, of medications can be used to treat depression, but often at the cost of several side effects. And you guessed it — that’s where marijuana comes in. Thanks to the recent shift in public perception, cannabis has entered the spotlight of medical research. While studies ar ..read more

  Arthritis isn’t a singular disease. Instead, the term refers to many different conditions and diseases that cause joint inflammation. Although it’s more common in older adults, it affects people of all ages. Nearly one in four U.S. adults has arthritis, and it’s one of the leading causes of disability. There are more than 100 types of arthritis. Among the most common are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis, and gout. Symptoms range from mild to severe and often include joint swelling, stiffness, pain, and limited range of motion. For many, symptoms worsen ove ..read more

  In eligible states, residents may qualify for a medical marijuana card, or MMJ, allowing them to lawfully obtain, possess, and consume the drug with a doctor’s recommendation. But can you get a medical card for anxiety in Florida? Nearly one-third of adults experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. Many medications for anxiety are ineffective, take several weeks to start working, or have unpleasant side- effects. But as more states legalize medical marijuana, people with anxiety are turning to medical cannabis as an alternative method for treating their symptoms. For ..read more

Photo by Cottonbro Studio   One of the benefits of the current cannabis revolution is a new holistic approach to medicine. Consuming live plants as part of your healing or treatment plan can be enticing for those more interested in homeopathic remedies. The only issue is that plant matter can go bad. What happens when weed gets moldy? The shelf-life of traditional pharmaceuticals can be months to years. However, plants like cannabis can develop mold, especially if it’s not sufficiently treated or dried properly. The curing process of cannabis flower can help but it’s not meant to last fo ..read more

  With a state-issued medical card, you can legally obtain medical marijuana to help improve your ALS symptoms. Whether you’re a permanent or seasonal resident, you may wonder, “Can you get a medical card for ALS in Florida?” Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive nervous system disease that affects the nerve cells that make muscles work, weakening them and reducing their functionality. Patients with ALS typically have difficulty talking, swallowing, and moving. In recent years, there’s been a growing interest in finding more innovative and safer therapeutic approaches for ..read more