Cannabis 101
Cannabis is a plant with unique essential oil: cannabinoids. Cannabinoids have a medicinal effect by imitating compounds our bodies naturally produce (endocannabinoids). There are over 85 cannabinoids in cannabis, but the main two that you should know about are:
THC
(DELTA-9-TETRAHYDROCANNABINOL)
THC is responsible for the psychoactive (“stoned”) effects. Commonly experienced effects include euphoria, relaxation, and “giggles”.
CBD
(CANNABIDIOL)
CBD has little to no psychoactive effects and can balance or counteract the anxiety produced by THC. CBD can reduce anxiety, provide pain relief, suppress nausea, support cardiovascular health, and have anti-inflammatory properties.
Did you know? Terpenes are another oil of cannabis plant that contribute to the effect on your body. Most common terpenes are Pinene, Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, Linalool, Humulene.
Cannabis can be classified into two categories based on its effects:
SATIVA
- Increases energy, focus, elevates mood, increases creativity.
- Consumed during Daytime.
INDICA
- Relaxes and reduces stress, pain, and anxiety, promotes sleep and reduces inflammation.
- Consumed at Nighttime.
Remember: Most cannabis strains are HYBRIDS and their effect fall somewhere between the two.
All products vary in their strength of effect on body and mid. Each person is unique and may experience cannabis differently. Read the packaging label for product laboratory results and consumption suggestions. Always start with a small dose and wait until getting another one.
Type | Method | Start With | Effects Start | Effects Last | Wait Until Another Dose | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flower | Smoking | One Inhalation | 1 – 15 minutes | .5 – 2 hours | 15 – 20 Minutes | Easy to control |
Edible | Ingest | 5mg or less, have food before | 15 – 120 minutes | 3 – 8 hours | 2+ hours | No inhalation, longer lasting |
Concentrate | Smoking, vaporizing | One Inhalation | 1 – 15 minutes | .5 – 2 hours | 15 – 20 minutes | Stronger effect |
Tincture | Under Tounge | 5mg or less | 15 – 60 minutes | 1 – 4 hours | 30 – 60 minutes | No inhalation, longer lasting |
Topical | Apply to skin | 1 or 2 drops | 20 – 120 minutes | 1 – 4 hours | 20 – 40 minutes | Targeted relief, no “high” feeling |
To choose the correct product you may consult with our Product Specialist who will recommend the best type of product and method of consumption based on your preference and desired effect.
EXPERIENCE LOG Use the template below to record your experience using different cannabis strains and products (line 1 is filed as an example):
1 | Date: 2/1/2021 | Product: Flower | Strain/Type: Bubba Kush (Indica) | Method of Use: Smoking |
Dosage: 2 puffs | Effects: sleepy, happy, hungry | Onset: 3 mins | Duration: 1 hr | |
Notes: sweet with a taste of coffee and chocolate | ||||
2 | Date: | Product: | Strain/Type | Method of Use: |
Dosage: | Effects: | Onset: | Duration: | |
Notes: | ||||
3 | Date: | Product: | Strain/Type | Method of Use: |
Dosage: | Effects: | Onset: | Duration: | |
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CANNABIS:
Marijuana and Marijuana Products have not been analyzed or approved by the FDA, therefore there is limited information on side effects. There may be health risks associate with using marijuana or marijuana products. All marijuana and marijuana products should be kept away from children.
Under M.G.L. c90, §24 it is illegal to drive or operate machinery under the influence of marijuana.
We always recommend speaking with a physician regarding dosage. For consumers who are new to cannabis er recommend starting with smallest dosage according to package directions and allowing sufficient time to pass to allow effects to be felt, based on the method of consumption or application.
Tolerance, dependence and withdrawal have not been researched therefore please consume marijuana and marijuana products at your now risk.
If you or someone you know is exhibiting signs or symptoms of substance abuse please contact the Massachusetts Substance Abuse Helpline at 800 327 5050 for further assistance.
Consumer may not sell marijuana to any other individual, doing so may impose a fine and/or imprisonment; likewise registered qualifying patients may not distribute marijuana to any other individual, and that they must return unused, excess, or contaminated product to the RMD from which they purchased the product, for disposal.
For information regarding penalties for possession or distribution of marijuana in violation of Massachusetts law Please refer to M.G.L. c90, §13.
For additional educational materials please refer to our website www.CapeCodCannabis.com
Please consume cannabis products responsibly.
Cannabis is for use only by adults 21 years of age or older. All information contained herein and, on our website, www.capecodcannabis.com, is for educational purposes only. None of this information should be interpreted as medical or treatment advice for any person or condition. Always consult with a licensed physician in all maters regarding your health.
