The state’s dispensaries tend to cluster in cities and along the coasts, leaving rural inland patients stranded. But that may be changing.

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You can already taste the wares at wineries and breweries, so when can we expect Canadian growers to offer on-site cannabis tastings?

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Although cannabis has never been more widely accepted, it can still be a little awkward to openly toke in front of family — especially when visiting those still affected by decades of War on Drugs propaganda. 

We get it, and though we encourage you to have open conversations and dialogue with your loved ones, we still want you to have a stress-free holiday season. Sometimes that means loading a bong with your grandma, other times it means going out for a walk and lighting up where no one can smell you.

For the times when you need to be a little more cautious, here’s our list of functional and discreet products to help get you through the holidays — and the rest of 2020. 

BuzzBoxx by Nekktar

BuzzBoxx

Odor-proof and water-resistant, BuzzBoxx offers the perfect home to half-smoked blunts and fresh joints. The lower magnetic compartment can hold up to one gram of loose flower and keeps those weedy smells at bay. 

Price: $35

THC or CBD Liquid Vials by ALT

ALT

If you prefer to drink your cannabis, check out ALT’s Cannabis Liquid in small, discreet vials. Available in 5-10 milligrams THC or 50 milligrams CBD, they’re convenient for a microdose or full dose. And, unlike other edibles, you don’t have to wait long to feel the effects, each dose takes 5-15 minutes for initial onset, so you can get on with the holiday chaos without skipping a beat. 

Price: Coming soon this holiday season

*Only available in California

Clear Head Cassettes 5-pack by Dad Grass

Dad Grass

Dad Grass’s organic hemp CBD pre-rolls are all wrapped up in old school cassette sleeve packaging for a discreet addition to your stash. They’re perfect for a smooth hit and loading up your old boombox with the real tapes that have been collecting dust in the attic. 

Price: $37

Transdermal 72 Hour THC Patch by MÜV 

Feel the calming effects of steady-released THC with MÜV’s 72 Hour THC Patch. You can wear it under clothes and even in the shower for continual relief throughout the day. Not in Florida? No worries, you can find a transdermal patch near you in Weedmaps.

Price: $15

*Only available in Florida

Valise Keychain by Tetra

Tetra

Need to stash a joint for a late-night session? Check out the compact and convenient Valise Keychain — it’s the perfect, tiny companion for those midnight walks or sibling sessions back home. 

Price: $28

BE CALM Lavender Chamomile CBD Inhaler by CBD Luxe

Calm your mind and body after all that family chatter and chaos with an inhale of CBD. CBD Luxe’s BE CALM inhaler contains 1,1000 milligrams of CBD (5.5 milligrams per dose) along with valerian, passion flower, melatonin, and magnesium to promote a deep and restful sleep without the harsh smoke or smells. 

Price: $79.99

Sativa Minis 10-pack by besito

besito

Don’t want to carry around a loud, half-smoked joint? Then just smoke half a joint with besito’s Sativa Minis in 10-packs. The small pre-roll size works great for a quick step-out or even a socially-distanced smoke circle with your cousins where you can each get your own mini joint of the same strain. 

If you’re not a sativa lover, check out their hybrid and indica varieties. 

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*Only available in California

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Latin America Moves Toward Legalization With Some Absurd Exceptions

This will be very good for tourism which has been devastated by the pandemic and is vital for the Mexican economy.   

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5 Things You Can Make With Leftover Marijuana Stems

Instead of tossing a valuable piece of the plant, re-use them in one of several ways. Here are some examples.

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5 Gift Ideas For Stressed Out Friends & Family

The holiday season is fast approaching, capping off a very stressful year. Here are some gift ideas for your loved ones who need some extra TLC.

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Even the most experienced consumers of alcohol and cannabis can find themselves in that dreaded over-intoxicated space, when a fun night sipping drinks and toking up with friends turns into a greened-out horror show. 

Crossfading, or being high and drunk at the same time, is a difficult thing to master without going over the edge of either one. Most often, crossfaded highs are a terrible experience because they can be disorienting, nauseating, dizzying, and can even bring on anxiety and panic attacks. Motor skills are significantly diminished to the point of putting people in danger.

Some medical experts believe that consuming alcohol and marijuana can be straight up dangerous. For instance, cannabis is an antiemetic, meaning that it helps prevent nausea and vomiting. However, if you’ve consumed too much alcohol, the most efficient way to get it out of your system is to vomit. In this scenario, cannabis disrupts the body’s instinct to rid itself of excess alcohol. 

Cannabis and alcohol are both frequently consumed psychoactive substances, where they alter a person’s mental state. Though they exert different effects, the combination of the two often leads to impaired decision making. We all know how dangerous it is to drink and drive, which kills one person in the U.S. every 50 minutes. 

But, hey, you’re only human. Sometimes the night simply gets away, and you’ve found yourself totally wasted, baked, and careening into crossfaded territory. Here are some of the warning signs to keep an eye on: 

• Rapid heart rate
• Dizziness
• Paranoia
• Shortness of breath
• Sweating
• Anxiety
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Disorientation

Should you experience any of these symptoms, stop consuming both substances immediately. 

Tips to overcome the crossfade

Tips and tricks for coming down from a high could also be applied to alcohol. Myths about sobering up aside, no matter what you do, substances won’t metabolize from your body any faster by vomiting, drinking coffee, or taking cold showers. 

When you feel like you’re crossfaded, the first thing to do is make sure you get somewhere safe if you aren’t already. Do not get behind the wheel! Get a ride from a friend, rideshare, or taxi to a place where you can shelter until the crossfade passes. 

Once safe, take deep breaths. Crossfading may cause anxiety and paranoia, so stay calm and remember that this too shall pass. Sip water, eat something mild if your stomach can handle it, and assuming your world isn’t spinning, sleep. Getting a good night’s rest is the best remedy for being crossfaded.

Though there has been a pile of research on how alcohol affects the body, there is less research on how cannabis does the same. And there is even less research on the effects of combining alcohol and weed. However, the small amount of research thus far seems to illustrate how  cannabis and alcohol is probably not the best pairing.

Given all the risks and unpleasantness of crossfading, why do it at all? Some may want to tinker with the effects of the substances, experiment with differing levels of intoxication, or test their own tolerance to each substance. 

Regardless of how you choose to consume, do so safely and mindfully.

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What Does The Future Hold For CBD Products?

Is CBD just a fad, or will it continue growing in popularity?

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Does Vanessa Hudgens Smoke Weed?

Vanessa Hudgens is a successful Disney star. Does she smoke weed?

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Hemp is touted as a potential green solution for everything from building materials to plastics — and that’s precisely where they have value in the automotive sector. A car entirely made from hemp would save a lot of non-renewable materials from their inevitable fate in the junkyard. 

Many would like to see cars become more sustainable overall, though they’re surprisingly recyclable. Almost 95% of the materials used to build a car can be recovered according to the World Economic Forum. Though cars can be recycled, they are still not always used to their full potential. 

Cars themselves are also unpopular with the environment, churning out emissions like there’s no tomorrow. If carbon pollution continues unchecked, soon there won’t be an environment to write home about. The fuel to power cars is a primary source of these emissions, and the shift to electric power has not been large enough to peel back the greenhouse effect. 

What if all of these green innovation boxes could be ticked off with cannabis? According to one of the car’s biggest backers, Henry Ford, it could be done. 

Ford, fuel, and renewable energy

Henry Ford set out to create a car loaded up with hemp and other fibers to reduce both the plastics and metals used to build it. One research paper looking back on this fiber research noted, “As early as 1940, Henry Ford produced a pioneering composite car from hemp fiber and resin under the motto: ‘ten times stronger than steel.’” A 1938 issue of Popular Mechanics chronicled a future where hemp was used to make “fish nets, bow strings, canvas, strong rope, overalls, damask tablecloths, fine linen garments, towels, bed linen and thousands of other everyday items.”

Sparked by rations and reduced sales in the World War II years, the hemp car happened when Henry Ford’s political image dampened excitement for buying his products. 

Ford prioritized efficiency, and hemp was then — and is today — far cheaper than plastics and metals. Considering the average car back then was 1,200 pounds of metal and plastic, that was a lot of savings. He even started working on ways to use cooking oils for fuel, but when the crisis averted, Ford continued to make combustion engine, metal and plastic laden vehicles. 

Today’s hemp car offerings are decidedly more modern. Porsche recently released a race model with woven hemp standing in for carbon fiber in their body plates. AutoGuide said of the tweak, “The 718 Cayman GT4 has body panels made out of natural fiber composites. These are just like the carbon composites that are de rigueur in fast cars, but trade the plastics for hemp and/or flax.” These panels are significantly lighter, though may have slightly less rain wear over time, an important consideration.

No matter what gear heads think about the environment, considering hemp and other plant materials as a real solution is in everyone’s best interest, and might even improve car performance. 

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