by Colleen Higgins, RPh | Mar 2, 2022 | Cannabis Science, Dispensary Products
I recently stopped by a headshop that has been in CT since the 1970s. I always enjoy chatting with the manager who is the daughter-in-law of the original owner – a woman who is still alive and kicking at 103 years old. This family business carries beautiful,...
by Colleen Higgins, RPh | Nov 12, 2021 | Cannabis Science
delta-8-THC Naturally occurs in very low amounts in hemp Produced from CBD in hemp using a chemical solvent Relaxation without a high (although higher dosages may produce a high feeling) FDA reports adverse events including vomiting, hallucinations, trouble standing,...
by Colleen Higgins | Dec 28, 2020 | Cannabis Science, CBD
I recently did a podcast with Jonathan Geiman of “The Joe Health Show”, a program designed to inform and educate on the mechanics of food and other supplements for the body. It ended up being a fantastic conversation, which happens when the host asks well-informed...
by Colleen Higgins | May 22, 2020 | Cannabis Science
Life is constant change. For the past couple of months, I have begun working with a fantastic cannabis company and have found myself extra, EXTRA busy. Since I am a painfully slow writer, my blogging has suffered. The good news is that I have never read more books...
by Colleen Higgins | Apr 7, 2020 | Cannabis Science, Dispensary Products
The endocannabinoid system, the most prolific receptor system that is responsible for a myriad of human functions, is actually a balancing act. There is a theory, put forth by Dr. Ethan Russo, where a lack of cannabinoids can result in the development of several...
by Colleen Higgins | Nov 17, 2019 | Cannabis Science, Dispensary Products
*Updated: Mar 15, 2020 What exactly happens when we inhale a medication? The news is full of horror stories about the dangers associated with inhaling cannabis vapes, so why not end the debate and administer cannabis either under the tongue or as an edible? Is...
by Colleen Higgins | Nov 17, 2019 | Cannabis Science, CBD, Dispensary Products
*Updated March 14, 2020 I have been helping a 74 year old woman, Evelyn, who has been living with rheumatoid arthritis for the past 40 years navigate the medical cannabis market in her state. Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol (CBD Oil) chemical formula. Growing...
