Our favorite holiday is just around the corner. And this 4/20 is a special one. It’ll be a palindrome, too (a word, phrase, or sequence that reads the same backward as it does forward). Therefore, 4/20/24 will be a 4/20 of a lifetime! So, naturally, Ounce of Hope is having our biggest giveaway yet about it. What’s the Giveaway? The fortunate winner of this momentous 4/20 giveaway will win the following: A Timex x Jacquie Aiche watch from the High Life Collection – worth $300! A gorgeous water piece from Pearl’s Puff Parlor, a local Memphis smoke shop. One CBD Rosin Oil to share with all you ..read more

Some may know CBG, but others may not be so familiar. What is CBG? Is it more like CBD — or more like THC? How do you even find CBG, and what can you expect when you consume a CBG product? Our comprehensive guide aims to answer all these questions and more. Let’s explore this exciting cannabinoid to show why it’s becoming so popular. What is CBG? First up, the obvious question: what is CBG? In short, CBG is a minor cannabinoid. “Minor cannabinoid” is, of course, fancy lingo that means it’s present in less than 1% of any particular cannabis strain. For example, Delta 8 THC is another minor ..read more

It comes as no surprise that the world of fitness is an ever-changing beast. Every year, a litany of new supplements, routines, and strategies flood into existence. One of these major developments surrounds fitness and how some can use cannabis to maximize workouts. That, then, begs the question: can cannabis enhance your workout? How do cannabis and exercise work together? Some may even be surprised since some strains have the stereotypical couch-locking effect. Those stereotypes are losing their hold on the general public as cannabis becomes more mainstream. In fact, lately, more fitness ent ..read more

We offer both delta-8 THC and CBD among our diverse range of cannabis products. The cannabinoids have gotten attention in the recent past. Still, the everyday person may not know about one or either of these cannabis compounds. You may wonder: how is delta-8 different from CBD? What do the two have in common? And, most of all, which is the best cannabis product for you? We want to answer these questions and more in our comprehensive guide. Thanks to the 2018 Farm Bill, some cannabis is legal for production and consumption. The bill defines legal hemp as cannabis that contains 0.3% delta-9 THC ..read more

Cannabis products continue to gain legal popularity. As they do, the market has expanded to include products for pets. Amidst the excitement, though, some questions remain. Is THC safe for dogs? We aim to explore safe alternatives in our guide, including CBD for pets. Is THC Safe for Dogs? The short answer is NO: THC is at no level beneficial or safe for dogs. Even though dogs also have an endocannabinoid system, that doesn’t mean their bodies process THC the same way people do. This goes the same for cats as well.  Our pets do not metabolize THC the way we do and instead leads to marijua ..read more

Mardi Gras is just around the corner. We at Ounce of Hope are ready to kick off the celebration with a spectacular giveaway! Get ready to experience the ultimate revelry with our newest product — our Berry High seltzer. To add another dash of excitement to your festivities, we’re giving away a 24-pack of these delightful seltzers and a King Cake from South Louisiana (the best). You could be the lucky winner! How to Enter to Win Our Mardi Gras Giveaway Entering our Mardi Gras giveaway is as easy as catching beads during a parade. All you need to do is sign up for the Ounce of Hope newsletter ..read more

Is it genetics that leads to us having lapses in memory? Is our diet or environment the main driving factor? What about general health? All of these variables impact our lives, and our neuroplasticity is no different. So, then — are there ways to naturally improve your memory? The brain is an organ like any other in our body. But what makes it unique is the brain can be trained and improved just like our muscles or circulation.  The human brain, in particular, has an astounding ability to adapt and change, even as we get into old age. With proper care, the brain has little issue establish ..read more

There are over 100 different cannabinoids in cannabis plants. We’ve touched on CBD, delta-8 THC, and even CBG in the past. In fact, if you want to browse through our other blogs, feel free to take a peek beforehand.  For today — what is CBN? If it’s another cannabinoid, how is it different from the rest? And what’s making it gain popularity? We want to answer all these questions and more with our guide. Let’s dive into everything you could want to know about CBN. What is CBN? Just like its close cousins CBD and THC, CBN (cannabinol) is a cannabinoid in hemp and cannabis plants. CBN has it ..read more

Fizz, Flavor, and Fun: The Rise of THC Seltzers There’s a new buzz in the air for the beverage industry. The infused seltzer niche is sparking up – and with good reason. The ready-to-drink industry is bursting with opportunity, and hard seltzers are on the rise. And what’s a better next step than infused THC seltzers that offer a buzz without the hangover? In our guide today, we want to introduce why THC seltzers are the next big thing. What are THC seltzers? How are some brands able to sell them across the country?  We explore these aspects and more, including how infused seltzers are ma ..read more

Love to wake and bake? You’re not alone. In the US, over 21% of cannabis consumers light up within the first hour of being awake. That’s according to a 2017 Global Drug Survey – which means that number could’ve easily increased since then. But what is it about smoking in the morning that draws us in? In our guide today, we’ll look at the science behind the wake and bake. We’ll answer the question some of us likely have: why does it feel so good to wake and bake? Let’s dive in. The Science Behind the Wake and Bake The classic Wake and Bake consists of a morning smoke session before you start yo ..read more