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Cannabis is categorized into what two types for consumption? |
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Cannabis Sativa and Cannabis Indica |
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Active ingredients in cannabis
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What are the most commonly know cannibinoids? |
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THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) |
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THC is the principal cannabinoid of the cannabis plant and produces majority of the psychoactive effects associated with marijuana. |
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CBD is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid, thought to be primarily responsible for body pain relief. |
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CBN is a psychoactive cannabinoid occurring after the degradation of THC, generally resulting in drowsiness. |
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What are the various forms of cannabis? |
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The flower can be smoked or vaporized. To produce concentrated forms of cannabis, a solvent or solvent-less extraction method is used, resulting in oil, hash, or wax. These products can be smoked, vaporized, or infused into food and topical products. |
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Smoking/Vaporizing
Edibles
Tinctures
Topically |
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| Heating the marijuana to a temperature lower than its combustion level yet high enough to activate the cannabinoids; this is a good option for users who do not want to inhale smoke. |
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When using this form of cannabis, the onset of the effects is typically delayed and lasts longer in the body |
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| Glycerine-based or alcohol extracted. Commonly used orally, and placed under the tongue (sublingually) or mixed with tea and ingested. |
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| The topical use of cannabis can provide anti-inflammatory benefits when applied locally. It is also used to relieve arthritis, as well as joint and muscle pain. This form of use does not induce psychoactive effects. |
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What are the Colorado state laws regarding cannabis? |
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| It is legal to purchase cannabis from a licensed medical marijuana care center for Colorado residents 18 years or older who have obtained a doctor’s recommendation. |
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How do I determine the proper dosage? |
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| Concentrated forms of cannabis are measured into milligrams (mg). For people with a low tolerance, a recommended starting dose is 5-10mg. |
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