Can Cannabis Heal Your Gut?
About 1 in 5 Americans suffer from gastrointestinal diseases. Could cannabis be the answer? Many people turn to cannabis to treat a number of gut-related problems. There is abundant research and anecdotal evidence suggesting it can relieve nausea, spark appetite, and even prevent abdominal pain and vomiting. This relationship has led researchers to question: Does […]
May 10, 2023·5 min read
Cannabis and PTSD: Why Veterans are Turning to Weed for Relief
As you step into the street, a sudden movement catches your attention. Instinctively, you leap back on the sidewalk, narrowly avoiding the speeding car as it hurtles past you. Within seconds, a surge of activity floods your brain and body. Neurons within your amygdala – the brain’s processing center for emotions and memories– fire causing […]
May 4, 2023·6 min read
What We Learned About Cannabis in 2022
Cannabis Year in Review: 2022 Highlights Cannabis was a topic on everyone’s mind (and ballot) in 2022. As we plan for the great year ahead, it’s equally important to reflect on all that has happened this past year. From the James Webb Space Telescope capturing never-before-seen cosmic views to the remembrance of Queen Elizabeth, 2022 […]
Jan 1, 2023·6 min read
Why Weed Makes You Laugh
Cannabis has some strange effects on the mind and body. It’s one of the few drugs that can be classified as a depressant, stimulant, and hallucinogen – and its laundry list of effects has even developed a lexicon of its own. From the munchies to couchlock to cottonmouth, cannabis consumption and the way it interacts […]
Nov 4, 2022·4 min read
Seed-to-Sale: How Cannabis Ultimately Reaches the Sales Floor
Every journey starts somewhere. For cannabis, it begins months before ever reaching the hands of those who love and consume it. The seed-to-sale journey is a closely monitored process – and for good reason! This tracks the life cycle of a marijuana plant from the moment the seed is planted until the final product is […]
Apr 25, 2022·6 min read
10 Careers in the Legal Cannabis Industry
The legal cannabis industry is one of the fastest-growing employment sectors. Last year, cannabis markets added an average of 280 new jobs per day, according to Leafly’s annual job report. That’s a 33 percent increase in jobs in a single year and marks the fifth consecutive year of job growth greater than 27 percent. Needless […]
Apr 7, 2022·5 min read
Can Hemp Help Us Save The Planet?
At Green, one of our core values is environmental sustainability. We believe that as mother nature has provided us with the gift of cannabis, it is our duty to respect and protect her. Our commitment to eco-friendly practices extends beyond our products and packaging, and also into our belief in empowering others to do the […]
Apr 6, 2022·5 min read
Why Music Sounds Good When You’re High
Cannabis enhances most things. It makes food taste incredible, fitness more enjoyable, and sleep more rejuvenating – but can cannabis make music sound better? Cannabis and music have clear cultural ties, and many artists have credited weed as the source of their musical prowess. From timeless hits like “Got to Get You Into My Life” […]
Jan 14, 2022·3 min read
How to Store Your Cannabis
Cannabis is a delicate flower that needs special handling. How you store your cannabis is key in maintaining quality and flavor. By locking in the freshness of your flower, you also ensure a consistent, enjoyable experience every time you smoke. Protect your stash, and don’t overlook properly storing your bud. After all, if you are […]
Jan 5, 2022·3 min read
Does THC Percentage Matter?
There is a myth in the cannabis industry that the higher the THC percentage, the more potent a product. However, new research shows this isn’t always true. A study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) analyzed the link between THC content and intoxication effects. Surprisingly, they found that while high-potency cannabis […]
Jan 3, 2022·3 min read
How to Become a Budtender
As cannabis soars in popularity each year, there’s a growing need for fresh talent in the industry. Fortunately, there’s plenty of opportunities to pursue, such as working inside a retail dispensary, at a cultivation or production facility, a testing lab, or even working with specific brands. If you’re unsure which is the right path for […]
Sep 30, 2021·4 min read
Does Cannabis Boost Creativity?
The cannabis community is nothing short of creative. From cleverly themed cannabis products to brilliant hand-blown bongs and a plethora of inspired music, there seems to be a culturally held belief that weed and creativity are interconnected. Even the most outspoken cannabis activists have the artistic arsenal to back their claims. Bob Marley, Steve Jobs, […]
Jul 19, 2021·3 min read