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2009.
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Shows how human desires are an essential, intricate part of natural history. The program will explore the natural history of four plants -the apple, the tulip, marijuana, and the potato - and the corresponding human desires - sweetness, beauty, intoxication and control. This two-hour documentary begins in Michael Pollan's garden, and roams the world, from the fields of Iowa to the apple forests of Kazakhstan, from a medical marijuana hot house to...
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[2015]
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"It's no surprise that marijuana has healing powers, but whether or not using it to treat common ailments should be legalized continues to be a hot topic of debate among government leaders and medical practitioners alike. Marijuana comes from the cannabis plant, an herb whose leaves can be extracted and used as a recreational drug, allowing users to feel a euphoric high. But the cannabis plant has many non-psychoactive properties as well. Cannabidiol,...
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2020.
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This report provides a brief history of marijuana in Colorado, including the roles state agencies play and what actions are taken to protect consumer health and safety. "THC potency" is interpreted as THC concentration, with further explanation of this definition provided. The variation of THC concentration among marijuana products is addressed as well as the various methods of marijuana product consumption and the importance of considering the frequency...
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[2018]
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Women of all ages are using cannabis to feel and look better. For rookies and experienced marijuana users alike, this lively, information-filled book is just the supportive guide you need to find the right dose to relieve anxiety, depression, and inflammation, and mitigate the onset of dementia and other signs of aging. Plus boost moods, ease aches, even lose weight, and get restful sleep. And a dose just for fun? Well, that works, too! Here’s how...
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2016-
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Pesticides Allowed for Use on Cannabis list developed by CDA is intended to assist Colorado Cannabis growers in identifying which pesticides can be used legally in accordance with the Pesticide Applicators' Act and its Rules in the production of Cannabis (marijuana and industrial hemp), it is not an endorsement or recommendation to use these products in the production of Cannabis in Colorado. These products have not been tested to determine their...
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[2018]
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"The health benefits of marijuana are now getting a good deal of attention. Yet hemp -- a close relative of marijuana -- is actually a far richer source of CBD, the compound responsible for effectively treating dozens of disorders, and contains very little THC, the substance responsible for marijuana's highs. Sounds like growing and using hemp is a win-win situation, right? Not quite, because the United States government, which holds the patent for...
13) The cannabis grow bible: the definitive guide to growing marijuana for recreational and medical use
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[2017]
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The most comprehensive guide to marijuana gardening ever written is back with all new information and updated advice for cannabis enthusiasts. Over 200 additional pages of all new information are included in this book, from all new lighting equipment and techniques, to highly advanced cannabinoid extraction techniques and detailed, step-by-step gardening guides for novice and professional growers alike.This book contains over 700 pages, with all new...
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2013.
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High rollers looking for something more adventurous than The Joy of Cooking will find it in The Marijuana Chef Cookbook. This guide to cannabis cuisine takes satisfying the munchies to a new level. In addition to such scrumptious and imaginative recipes as Primo Poultry, Nutter Butter, Midnight Pizza, Primeval Pasta, and Chocca Mocha, the book covers potency issues, health information, legal tips, and a culinary history of the weed.
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Pub. Date
2020
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Ask Ed: Marijuana Success brings together twenty articles derived from Ed Rosenthal's backyard experiments, travels, and access to large commercial operations. Q&A submitted to the Ask Ed marijuana advice column rounds out the information that Ed shares with readers. Most growers start as home gardeners, pleased to bring in a harvest. Some become hobbyists, interested in new techniques to improve the results. Others take the experiences from their...
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[2021]
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"Along with cannabidiol (CBD), an antidote for conditions ranging from nausea to post-traumatic stress, cannabis carries some 100 other cannabinoid nutrients, including the powerfully medicinal THC. Cannabis for Health gives newcomers the knowledge they need to begin their healing regimen. As cannabis is far from "one size fits all," the book discusses the various types and potencies, what healing benefits each offers, and high-profile strains--including...
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[2018]
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"Cannabis. Weed. Bud. Whatever you choose to call it, it's been a health aid, comfort, and life-enhancer for humankind for more than three thousand years. But while cannabis is used by hundreds of millions of people around the world, more than a century of prohibition has resulted in confusion about its status: Is it healthy? Is it medicinal? Will it make you crazy? In this fun, illuminating book, cannabis journalist Amanda Siebert delves deep into...
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[2012]
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Written by commercial-scale grower Mel Thomas, Cannabis Cultivation divulges the expertise, tips, and insight he learned at the helm of one of the world's largest marijuana growing operations. Ideal for beginners and anyone interested in learning more about growing marijuana indoors, the book is free of technical jargon and boring theory, and its step-by-step directions enable anyone to grow and harvest the highest quality marijuana using simple techniques...
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Pub. Date
2018.
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Drawing from years of patient experience, extensive scientific studies and the current product landscape, this complete guide provides everything you need to know about cannabidiol (CBD). Authors Eileen Konieczny, RN, and Lauren Wilson use their years of medical and writing experience to separate the CBD facts from fiction.
Finding accurate information on the health benefits of CBD can be difficult, but this easy-to-understand book breaks down all...