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Best Stoner Anime to Watch
Choosing the best stoner anime to watch is more than just blazing up and watching whatever anime you can find while, *ahem* impaired. Boost your buzz with comedy, crafty visual styling, and thought-provoking themes but beware, tentacled monsters are a real buzz kill. Here’s our list for the top stoner anime to watch.
By George Gott9 years ago in Potent
Benefits of Marijuana Research
The first reliable study of human behavioral effects among marijuana users was done in 1968 under the direction of Andrew Weil in Boston. Among Weil's findings were:
By Johnny Hash9 years ago in Potent
Mistakes to Avoid When Visiting a Dispensary
Those who have acquired a medicinal marijuana card for the first time need to watch out; There are several common mistakes to avoid when visiting a dispensary. These mistakes tend to involve not using the proper manners or not knowing the policies of the marijuana dispensary. Breaking the rules once might only get a warning, but as dispensaries have to be very strict about the rules to avoid being shut down, they can and do stop selling to a few certain customers. This is not to say that dispensaries aren’t nice places to be; The employees tend to be very friendly and genuinely interested in helping their patients. Also, the weed and edibles they have for sale are absolutely fantastic and of very high quality. As long as you are aware of mistakes to avoid when visiting a dispensary, you will enjoy your visits and not have any problems.
By Hydro Wilson9 years ago in Potent
Non Marijuana Plants that Contain Cannabinoids
Non marijuana plants that contain cannabinoids are not rare. It is relatively common in plant morphology. There are certainly other plants out there in the wild that are rich in cannabinoids. Cannabinoids are chemical substances that are released from the cannabis flowers. These substances help in the relief of pain and inflammation, stress removal, and various other medical symptoms. The political dilemma over marijuana has many making false assumptions about cannabinoids. People are assuming that cannabinoids are found only in marijuana plants and therefore avoid it as a form of treatment. Non marijuana plants that contain cannabinoids are helpful in various ways. You just need to identify which plants can help your particular ailments and treat accordingly.
By Sigmund Fried9 years ago in Potent
Funky Side Effects of Getting Stoned
I never smoked pot when I was in high school. Now keep in mind, I wasn't a goody-goody, I did plenty of things that would be classified as "rebellious" or "bad," but getting stoned wasn't one of them. I think it was because my dad always told me not to and I listened to him, for the most part. My friends would get stoned and I was fine with that. I recall the dazed expression on their faces and the unmistakable smell. As for me, I would much rather do tequila shots.
By Bea Norton9 years ago in Potent
Strains to Avoid if You Have Anxiety
Marijuana’s medicinal purposes are undeniable and recognized by patients, medical professionals, and recreational users alike. The physical benefits are endless: instant pain relief, reduced nausea, and alleviated headaches are only some of what our favorite plant has to offer. However, debate arises when we start talking about its cognitive benefits.
By David McCleary9 years ago in Potent
Couch Exercises for Stoners
Exercise. Whether you love it or you hate it, one thing’s for sure: you need it. So for all my fellow potheads out there, here is a list of several activities to perform from the comfort of your own home, known as couch exercises for stoners.
By Wendy Weedler10 years ago in Potent
Best Cannabis Strains for Relaxing
Trying to relax or overcome any kind of stress–like anxiety, depression or pain– can be a monumental challenge for some, but if you toke up a little bit time after time you’re in luck. Thanks to the various crossbreeding efforts with cannabis, there are many strains for relaxing that many people don’t know that actually can help you feel better. First thing you should know though is, that everyone’s body metabolizes certain cannabis strains differently from how other people have generally experienced them. But most popular cannabis strains have proven, more than others, to be great candidates for easing anxiety, depression, insomnia and certain kinds of pain. The following is a list of some of the best cannabis strains for relaxing that are sure to help you drift off into relaxing euphoria where you can forget all your troubles.
By George Gott10 years ago in Potent
Most Ridiculous Anti-Drug PSAs
There are great ways of selling the message "Stay away from drugs, kids!" but anti-drugs public service announcements, or PSAs, really aren’t it. Ridiculous and hysterical, you can only take these seriously if you’re already high. And, if you’ve ever settled down to an evening snickering at Reefer Madness, then you’ll already know just how hysterical a piece of finely crafted drug propaganda can be. Just remember that the makers of these videos hoped, and even expected, that you’d take them all utterly seriously.
By Ami Roach10 years ago in Potent
What is Black Cannabis?
Why the fuck is my weed black? The simple answer is that it is cannabis plants that have turned black or dark purple. You might have heard of such strains in stores or on the street, or you might even be a grower yourself who was startled and surprised to watch your once vibrant green plants get darker and darker. Why does this happen and what does it mean? Don’t be alarmed, it’s perfectly natural. It might even be better for you. In order to understand why black cannabis happens and what it means, we need to start with the origin of all cannabis plants.
By Ed Green10 years ago in Potent
Best Cannabis Edibles
Let's get real here: you smoke joints, you get high. You like it but sometimes that good feeling either doesn't last long or it's the same old same old. Well did you ever know that eating pot will get you just as high, if not better than smoking up? For reals. Eating marijuana can give you a longer lasting high than smoking it. Eating THC gives a more psychedelic effect than smoking it. The pharmacokinetics of marijuana is absorbed by the body differently in both the cases. Also eating pot is a healthier alternative to smoking. Smoke is harmful to lung health. Whether from burning wood, tobacco or marijuana, toxins and carcinogens are released from the combustion of materials. Smoke from marijuana combustion has been shown to contain many of the same toxins, irritants and carcinogens as tobacco smoke does. For consuming edibles, you can skip the smelly and harmful lung compromising smoke while enjoying a much greater high! These are some of the many delectable treats out there that will sure to make any pothead both happy and fulfill any of their munchie cravings.
By George Gott10 years ago in Potent
More Things Weed Smokers Should Know
So, your a bonafide stoner now. You've studied the things every weed smoker should know, and you're feeling confident. You are the master blunt-roller. An expert bowl-packer, and maybe even a novice dabber— but something is missing. Maybe when your friends break out the bud you can't quite tell what strain it is. Or you tried to grow your own stash and accidentally gave your sweet little baby plants heat stroke from messing with your lamps and bulbs. You've learned a lot, young Padawan, but there is always room to learn more. Tune in and turn on as we cover even MORE things weed smokers should know.
By Johnny Hash10 years ago in Potent