When most of us think of cannabis, we think of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol or THC. It’s the compound responsible for the psychoactive ‘high’ of cannabis and many of its medicinal benefits. But what if you don’t like the psychoactivity? What if you want the positives of THC, without the euphoria or intoxication?

For patients new to the Florida program, and those who have been in it from the start, the intricacies, logistics, and volume of information can become tiring and overwhelming. This post rounds up the most important need to know info, resources, and links to help cut down on the headache and get you feeling better quicker.

Vaporizing, or vaping, cannabis is a cleaner alternative to smoking the plant and allows you to really stretch your dollar. Over 75% of the plant is destroyed when smoking. This doesn’t happen with vaping and you can even reuse the left over already vaped bud. It’s the ultimate medicating method!

Cannabis can be taken in a variety of forms - each with slightly different onset and effects. Learn more about which might be right for you.

Bringing the Hemp CBD world and medical cannabis world together by blending my own flower ratios has allowed me to gain better control over my medicine effectiveness and costs. It’s a great way to save money and feel better!

Learn the main ways to save money by vaporizing Florida medical cannabis concentrates instead of purchasing MMTC pre-filled cartridges. This is a must learn for Florida Medical Cannabis patients. 

Even the most experienced users are surprised to hear that the cannabis plant doesn’t actually produce THC and CBD. I know….you probably just said to yourself, “What? What the hell is she talking about. Of course cannabis produces THC.” In reality - it doesn’t. Instead, the cannabis plant creates cannabinoids in their raw state, called cannabinoid acids. While similar, these cannabinoid acids have different properties than the THC and CBD we know and love.

As research and our understanding of cannabis advances, we see a wider variety of medical cannabis products available on dispensary shelves. From gels, capsules, inhalers, to powders that dissolve in water the options are seemingly endless. While these products help to improve access and break down barriers, they are also far different than the natural, whole plant, many of were first attracted to. 

We’ve probably all seen stories of “weed tampons.” Truth is, they aren’t tampons, they are suppositories made from cannabis and they can be a game changer for people with chronic pelvic pain such as that experienced with endometriosis. They are also super easy to make - saving tons of money from pre-made dispensary versions.

Patients sometimes find themselves frustrated with the availability of medical cannabis flower in Florida. The demand is high and medicine sells quickly. This post covers the available flower options here in Florida, as well as some tips for purchasing stress free.

The Make It Legal Florida campaign showed up in mailboxes across the State, propelling the cannabis legalization argument forward. While no initiatives have yet made it to the genera election ballot, there’s been a lot of confusion over what each Florida cannabis initiative does and the impacts they would have on the Florida landscape. My hope with this post is to provide some clarity on your options, as well as encourage you to make the choice that’s best for all citizens over the long term.

There hasn’t been a single day in the last week where I didn’t have a patient stop me, call, message, text, or email with questions regarding the safety of cannabis vape oil. The news is on fire about vaping concerns after a rash of vaping related illnesses and a handful of confirmed deaths. My response to these questions - we just don’t know. That’s the real truth. But that also doesn’t mean we need to panic and throw away all our medicine.

Endometriosis deeply impacts my sex life. Sex, and sometimes even just the thought of it, causes debilitating symptoms. Sick of the pain and uncomfortableness surrounding something that should be fulfilling and enjoyable, I made a batch of cannabis lube and asked my husband if he wanted to experiment. He didn’t object…and neither of us were quite expecting the results.

Saving money is a priority for many cannabis patients. Medications can be expensive and the trial and error process adds up quickly. Use these 10 tips to help you save money and get the most out of Florida’s - or any - Medical Cannabis program.

Every cannabis enthusiast has their favorite tools and accessories. When my cannabis friends and I get together there is at least an hour of showing each other our newest find and gadgets. I mentioned in Methods, Tools, & Accessories that I’d delve a little deeper into accessories in another post and today is the day!

Dysautonomia includes POTS, neurocardiogenic syncope, and other disorders affecting the autonomic nervous system. Symptoms can be completely debilitating restricting patients from many day to day activities. Cannabis can be a helpful tool for managing symptoms of dysautonomia and POTS, but there are some things to be aware of.