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Are You Enjoying
The Vast Benefits of Hemp ?
by Kevin Halderman , contributing writer
Asa hemp retailer , we have talked to well over 10,000
customers . We often get the same response when talking about hemp flower ( or bud ) with customers , “ I only use the real stuff .” Often , we wonder how only one form of “ cannabis ” can be “ real .” So , by default , does this make everything else “ fake ?” I answer this comment by asking the customer , “ What is real to you ?” This begins our conversation about the benefits of hemp and how hemp improves my everyday life . Then , I open a jar of hemp flower , allowing people to smell that familiar scent , and overwhelmingly , they could not believe the hemp was not “ real !” It ’ s quite amazing to see their reaction .
Cannabinoids are responsible for both the physical and physiological response contained within all cannabis products . Terpenes , on the other hand , produce the taste and smell commonly associated with cannabis . Terpenes work in tandem with cannabinoids altering the strain , ultimately adding to physical and / or mental sensations . Most cannabis could contain a vast array of cannabinoids , such as Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinolic acid ( THCA ), Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol ( Δ9-THC ), cannabigerolic acid ( CBGA ), cannabidiol ( CBD ), just to name a few , but sadly they do not .
But why should you try hemp ?
Let us talk about time , place , and expectation . Do you have a medical issue that you need to cope with pain and inflammation ? Let ’ s say you are suffering from anxiety , and maybe you need a product that may help alleviate your symptoms . Did you know one major overconsumption side-effect of medical marijuana can be paranoia and anxiety due to high doses of Δ9-THC that some marijuana strains , by default , contain in higher amounts than others ? Maybe you would like a boost of energy to complete a task . You might consider hemp as a solution for high-stress scenarios . In reality , being stressed ( especially regularly ) can be a massive health risk . Maybe you ’ re a stay-at-home mother with young children and in need of a mood enhancer . Lord knows the world can be a struggle , and nowadays , any of a 1,000 reasons enhance stress . So , could these issues be more manageable with some natural assistance ?
Why would you use hemp flower specifically ?
The simplest answer is — it ’ s truly the purest form of a hemp product . This pure form is also unrefined and , as such , can contain many beneficial cannabinoids . I have seen COAs ( Certificates of Analysis ) containing 8-12 total cannabinoids . The stacking of cannabinoids leads to a better “ Entourage Effect .” The more cannabinoids you can consume , the better the overall effects can be received by your body . I am not saying that a tincture , edible , or vape cartridge is ineffective because it can most definitely be when used correctly . But using hemp flower can have a virtually instant effect on a consumer . It is simply the purest intake form .
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Do you need the anti-inflammatory properties of hemp ? CBD is the best cannabinoid to help control inflammation , and , as such , it can help you manage pain . Finally , do you need to feel intoxicated during any of these situations listed above ? That is a question for you and you alone to decide . Let ’ s be honest with ourselves ; cannabis overconsumption can lead to an intoxication state of mind . Remember , everything should come with moderation . While higher doses of cannabis are sometimes necessary , you can also utilize microdosing techniques to produce a low-level but more consistent effect .
Back to Time , Place , and Expectation .
The hemp industry has strains that closely emulate medical marijuana ; there are Sativas , Hybrids , and Indicas . This hemp flower can push a potent effect . Hawaiian Haze is an amazing Sativa giving you energy and smiles for hours . Bubba Kush is that staple Indica , inducing euphoria and natural relaxation . Sour Blueberry Kush is a fantastic hybrid that can give you both calm and elevation of your mood . But let ’ s not leave out The White , a low THC and CBD flower that is a CBG dominant strain .
We have 1,000s of hemp farms across the United States that produce so many wonderful cultivars . Cannabis products are so diverse , and what helps you may not help someone else . Our body ’ s endocannabinoid system interacts with cannabis so differently that it can take several months of trial and error to see what works best for you . For some , it can take up to a year to figure out the best doses and timing . With typical western medicine , doctors and pharmacists change scripts all the time to figure out the best doses for patients . Trial and error testing is used often in medicine , especially in mental healthcare . Too often , we see customers just give up too fast before really understanding the effects and figuring out the best doses .
We recommend that new customers keep a journal about their type of consumption , type of cannabis consumed , and how they were feeling or affected both before and after consumption . This simple three to four-sentence record can really help you determine what helps , hurts , and what dose is okay . After a few months of consumption and looking back at the journal , you can really start redefining the plant ’ s potential for helping you . In reality , most of our experienced cannabis lovers report being surprised by the effectiveness of hemp flower . Often , they will look back and begin seeing the positive impact hemp has had on their everyday lives . So again , I ask — what is stopping you ?
Kevin Halderman is the owner / partner of Hemp Hemp Hooray and Big Time Logistics , in Lebanon , MO . Hemp Hemp Hooray , 3797 Osage Beach Parkway Suite-F1 , Osage Beach , MO . and 917 E 917 E Broadway , Columbia , MO ., Visit www . weluvhemp . com .
Notice : The information contained herein is not intended or a substitute for professional medical advice , but rather a sharing of knowledge and information based on research and experience . The content is for general informational purposes only .