Seeds 101: All You Need To Know About Sexing Your Sprouts
Ok, so you’ve found the perfect seeds and you’ve sprouted your plants. What’s next? If you’re growing from seed rather than from a clone, you’ll need to pay attention to the sex of your plants. Female...
View ArticleIs Cannabis The Secret To Better HIV Drugs?
There’s a new treatment approach on it’s way for HIV/ AIDS patients. Cannabis Science Inc., a drug company which seeks to create new cannabinoid-based drugs, has partnered with IGXBio, another drug and...
View ArticleDoes Marijuana Increase Risk Of SIDS?
Every mother of a newborn baby may be familiar with one common fear in the back of their mind: SIDS. There’s no way to tell when a baby is susceptible to sudden infant death syndrome. While a few risks...
View Article10 Best Weed Strains To Party With
There’s no argument: cannabis can make a good night out even better. But, if you want to stay energized and social while partying, picking the right strain is essential. Heavy indicas are great if your...
View ArticleCannabis Seeds 101: How To Produce Your Own Seeds
By now, you’ve learned how to find and choose the right seeds, some simple germination tips, and how to sex young plants. Now that your plants have begun to flower, it’s time to get ready to breed...
View ArticleIs Medical Marijuana The Hope For Viral Hepatitis?
Can medical marijuana give hope to viral hepatitis patients? Research on the subject suggests that the herb can help. Not only are marijuana users more compliant with their treatment plans, but...
View ArticleMarijuana And Pregnancy #6: Treating Postpartum Depression
Using marijuana while pregnant is extremely controversial. Many mothers swear by the herb for managing uncomfortable side effects of pregnancy. Yet, when a mother faces the uphill battle of postpartum...
View ArticleIs Your Ultimate 420 Survival Pack Ready?
4/20 is only a couple of days away. Are you prepared? Even the most experienced smoker will want to stock up on a few survival essentials. Here’s some required gear for the ultimate 4/20 survival pack....
View ArticleCannabis Seeds 101: #5 Storing & Preserving Your Seeds
We’ve officially walked you through every step of the seed process. We’ve written on finding seeds, popular germination methods, sexing, and harvesting your own seeds. What’s the final piece of the...
View ArticleHealthy Lungs #1: Do Marijuana Users Have A Greater Lung Capacity?
Can marijuana actually support healthy lungs? As with most research surrounding the cannabis plant, lots of studies go back and forth on this topic. In this new Healthy Lungs series, we’ll look into...
View ArticleMarijuana and Pregnancy #7: Recap On Use Pre, During & Post-Pregnancy
From fertility to postpartum depression, HERB’s marijuana and pregnancy series looked at various sides to the long-standing debate. In this recap, we’ll touch on the basics of what you need to know...
View ArticleMarijuana & PTSD: #1 Coping With The Symptoms
Many people suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder have turned to marijuana for help. Cannabis is actually one of the most common illicit substances used by PTSD patients in an effort to cope...
View ArticleHealthy Lungs #2: Marijuana And COPD
It’s no myth that marijuana smokers have an increased lung capacity. But, can the herb actually help treat chronic respiratory illnesses? Contrary to popular belief, many patients with respiratory...
View ArticleSuper Soil #1: Soil vs. Hydroponic Systems
In regions where growing is legal, more and more people are beginning to take a stab at cannabis cultivation. The great wide world of marijuana horticulture can be a little daunting if you don’t have...
View ArticleChildren And Marijuana: #1 Cannabis & The Child’s Brain
Are cannabinoids key to successful pediatric medicine? Research over the past decade has found that the active components in marijuana may succeed where traditional, adult-oriented pharmaceuticals have...
View ArticleMarijuana & PTSD #2: The Science Of Your Brain
Cannabis has shown a lot of potential in the treatment of post-traumatic stress (PTSD). Though some states prevent PTSD patients from accessing medical marijuana, others have readily included it in...
View ArticleHealthy Lungs #3: Marijuana And Emphysema
Smoking marijuana has a bad reputation when it comes to lung health. Yet, research has shown that the herb itself may actually help with certain respiratory conditions. So far in our Healthy Lungs...
View ArticleSuper Soil #2: How To Make The Best Soil For Marijuana
There are two primary mistakes made by novice marijuana growers: over watering and providing too many nutrients. While the first problem is easily solved by simply allowing your soil to completely dry...
View ArticleChildren and Marijuana #2: Conditions Treated With Cannabis
Marijuana as a pediatric medicine is a highly controversial topic. Very little research has been done to examine the long-term effects of cannabis use on childhood brain development. But, when sick...
View ArticleMarijuana & PTSD #3: All About Veterans
Veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder certainly don’t have it easy upon return home. Just when one war ends, a battle of a different kind begins. This one can last an entire lifetime. There...
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