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If things get too intense, these tips may help. The bottom line Cannabis indica strains might be better-suited for nighttime use because of their sedating and calming effects. That said, don’t forget that there are other factors involved when it comes to how a cannabis strain makes you feel. If you’re trying a cannabis product for the first time, a good rule of thumb is to start low and slow — that is, start with a small amount, see how it makes you feel, and give the effects plenty of time to kick in. You can always increase your dose from there.

Also called narcotics, opioids are a kind of pain medication your doctor may give you after an accident or surgery, or as treatment for a chronic disease like arthritis. Most are made from the opium plant, but some (called synthetic opioids) are made in a lab. Either way, they affect the reward center of your brain and boost your levels of certain brain chemicals that block pain, slow your breathing, and generally make you feel calm.

“In general, for the less common names, product sold by different vendors tends to be pretty consistent,” he notes. “For the most common strain names, however, a wider variety of different products are sold.”If you purchase product from a quality source, the strains should be more or less consistent. Bear in mind, however, that every person reacts differently to cannabis.

More than 80 percent of consumers on Leafly report relaxing effects. Several reviewers note this strain may initially cause a bit of a giggly euphoria that slowly transforms into deep relaxation.Another favorite among nighttime consumers looking to relax, Purple Punch is violet and has a candy-like grape smell.The verdict on whether cannabis helps or hurts sleep is still mixedTrusted Source, but consumers report these strains help them sleep.

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The agency did, however, agree to support additional research on marijuana and make the process easier for researchers."Research is critically needed, because we have to be able to advise patients and doctors on the safe and effective use of cannabis," Bonn-Miller says.He shared some background on medical marijuana's uses and potential side effects.

Why hasn't more research been done? One reason is that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) considers marijuana a Schedule I drug, the same as heroin, LSD, and ecstasy, and likely to be abused and lacking in medical value. Because of that, researchers need a special license to study it, says Marcel Bonn-Miller, PhD, a substance abuse specialist at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine.That may not change anytime soon. The DEA considered reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule II drug like Ritalin or oxycodone, but decided to keep it as a Schedule I drug.

Grinding up cannabis can be time-consuming, so the Palm Mincer can be quite useful. It fits perfectly into your palm, and it can be used to chop up cannabis quickly and efficiently. What’s more it’s dishwasher safe, so it’s easy to clean off the sticky cannabis resin. You can buy it I here.If you want to start growing your own cannabis, this convenient starter kit contains everything you need to harvest it.The grow kit includes a trimming tray, a microscope for examining the buds to determine whether they’re ready for harvest, three types of pruning shears, a disinfecting spray for your tools, a drying rack, and gloves.

Why hasn't more research been done? One reason is that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) considers marijuana a Schedule I drug, the same as heroin, LSD, and ecstasy, and likely to be abused and lacking in medical value. Because of that, researchers need a special license to study it, says Marcel Bonn-Miller, PhD, a substance abuse specialist at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine.That may not change anytime soon. The DEA considered reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule II drug like Ritalin or oxycodone, but decided to keep it as a Schedule I drug.

The rules vary, depending on where you live. Generally, you’ll need to consult with a doctor and have a condition that your state has approved for treatment with cannabis. You might get an ID card. In some areas, you buy products at a specific store called a dispensary.Doctors don’t know much about the addiction risk for people who use the drug for medical reasons, and it needs more study. But people who use marijuana to get high can go on to have substance misuse issues. The most common problem is dependence. If you’re dependent, you’ll feel withdrawal symptoms if you stop using. If you’re addicted -- a more severe problem -- you’re unable to go without the drug.

Looking to tap into your creative side (or just get out of a rut)? Consider these.Chocolope tends to have a more moderate amount of THC than some of the stronger sativas on this list, giving it slightly more relaxed effects than some of the stronger strains included here.Super Silver Haze has a winning reputation, earning first prize at the High Times Cannabis Cup in 1997, 1998, and 1999. It’s also well loved for its creativity-inducing effects, along with a sense of calm.This energizing, pure sativa is considered by many people a go-to for getting creative juices flowing. It’s the opposite of sedating, with many saying it’s the most energizing strain they’ve tried.

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“It doesn’t directly stimulate the cannabinoid receptors in the brain and nervous system the way THC does, so it doesn’t cause a high, but it does affect a lot of the other receptors and can help with sleep, insomnia, and pain,” he says. The problem is since the FDA doesn’t regulate CBD, it’s hard to know exactly what you’re getting and whether the sample is pure. “There are a lot of variants in the composition of products sold as CBD, including the constitution, the formulation, and how it’s intended to be used—topically applied, inhaled, swallowed. And all of those different variations can produce different outcomes,” Dr. Vandrey says. “While it’s relatively safe, there’s accumulating evidence that it can have really significant drug interactions with certain other medications,” he says. The bottom line is, if you have any health conditions, before you use CBD, talk to your doctor, Dr. Vandrey says What Is Hemp? Hemp is a term used to categorize cannabis containing 0.3% THC concentration or less. Hemp is not something new. It has been used for thousands of years to make things like rope, clothing, building materials, paper, and even food. There was no controversy around it. That is until 1937 when it became illegal along with marijuana. (The two plants looked so similar, federal agents couldn’t tell them apart, so both just became illegal). In 2018 The Agriculture Improvement Act (aka The Farm Bill) legalized hemp again in all 50 states. Today you can find hemp everything from pasta and iced tea to personal care products, nutritional supplements, and clothes.

The strain you choose depends on what effect you desire. As mentioned earlier, cannabis has a range of medical uses, but some strains are better for certain conditions than others.It’s also worth researching the potential adverse effects of the strain. Many of the more common strains, which you can find below, list dry mouth, dry eyes, and dizziness as possible side effects. Marijuana also has the potential to interact with medications you might be taking. Do not operate machinery when using marijuana.