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Learn about terpenes and how we can select strains by smell.

Terpenes are reshaping the way we select strains.

These little guys are what give each cannabis strain it's unique bouquet. The way a cannabis plant smells can tell us a lot about the way it may affect us. While the terms 'indica', 'sativa' and 'hybrid' have long been used to describe the effects of specific cannabis strains-in addition to their growth characteristics-we believe terpenes tell us more about each strain's unique effects. There's a dizzying array of terpenes in all plants. To get you started, we've identified some of the more common terpenes found in cannabis.

Terpenes are naturally produced in cannabis trichomes, just like cannabinoids. Cannabinoid content can tell you how potent a strain is, but terpenes have the potential of letting one predict the effects of the experience each strain offers by smell, as well as rigorous lab testing. Once you determine which smells and terpenes you prefer, you'll be able to judge whether a strain is for you simply by smelling it.

• Terpinolene
  Potential Effects: Sedation
  Aroma: Pine, Floral, Herbal
  Also Found In: Pine Needles, Rosemary, Basil, Parsley, Dill
  Potential Medical Uses: Antioxidant, Sedative, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anticancer
• Pinene
  Potential Effects: Alterness, Counteracts THC, Memory Retention
  Aroma: Pine
  Also Found In: Pine Needles, Rosemary, Basil, Parsley, Dill
  Potential Medical Uses: Antioxidant, Sedative, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anticancer
• Humulene
  Potential Effects: Appetite Suppression
  Aroma:Woody, Earthy, Herbal
  Also Found In: Hops, Coriander, Cloves, Basil
  Potential Medical Uses: Anti-tumor, Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Pharmacokinetic
• ß-Carophyllene
  Potential Effects: Sedation
  Aroma: Cloves, Spicy, Woody, Pepper
  Also Found In: Black Pepper, Cloves, Cinnamon
  Potential Medical Uses: Anti-inflammatory, Pain Relief, Anxiety, Depression, Antioxidant
• Linalool
  Potential Effects:Sedation
  Aroma:Floral
  Also Found In:Lavender
  Potential Medical Uses:Anxiety, Depression, Stress-Relief, Immune Support, Pain Relief
• Myrcene
  Potential Effects: Sedation, Sleepiness, Relaxation
  Aroma: Cloves, Earthy, Herbal, Spicy
  Also Found In: Thyme, Hops, Mango, Lemongrass
  Potential Medical Uses: Anxiety, Muscle Relaxant, Insomnia, Appetite Stimulant
• Limonene
  Potential Effects: Elevated Mood, Uplifted
  Aroma: Sweet, Citrus
  Also Found In: Fruit Rinds, Juniper, Rosemary, Peppermint
  Potential Medical Uses: Antioxidant, Sedative, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anticancer
• Ocimene
  Potential Effects: Appetite Suppression
  Aroma: Sweet, Herbal, Citrus
  Also Found In:Hops, Coriander, Cloves, Basil
  Potential Medical Uses: Antioxidant, Enzyme Inhibitor (Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension), Anti-Inflammatory

Be aware of daily and monthly purchase limits.
2½oz Usable Marijuna Per Day Flower Concentrate Edibles

Michigan state law allows MMMP patients to purchase up to 2.5oz of useable marijuana per day, or 10oz per month.

This means you can mix and match flower, concentrate and edibles any way you like, within the purchasing limits. Flower and Concentrates are pretty straight forward, whatever the weight, that is the number you add to your total amount.

For edibles, Michigan has implemented a conversion system.

For solid edibles, (chocolate bars, gummies, brownies, etc.), every 16oz of marijuana-infused product is equivalent to 1oz of useable marijuana.

For liquid edibles, every 36 fluid oz is equivalent to 1oz useable marijuana.

Flower & Concentrates Conversion
1 : 1 1oz Flower = 1oz Useable Marijuana
1oz Concentrate = 1oz Useable Marijuana

Solid Edibles Conversion
16 : 1 16oz Solid Edibles = 1oz Useable Marijuana

Liquid Edibles Conversion
36 : 1 36 fl oz Liquid Edibles = 1oz Useable Marijuana

What's a good edible dose to start with? Find Out.

Know your limits!

Edible tolerance varies greatly from person to person, know your edible tolerance to avoid overconsumption.


Helpful tips for when ingesting marijuana-infused products:

• Start with a low dose. You can always eat more, but you can't eat less.
• Marijuana-infused products can take up to 2hrs for effects to be present, wait before you eat more.
• Don't mix with any other substances.
• Stay with friends who have overconsumed, or have gone beyond their limits.
• If overconsumption is severe, call Poison Control (AAPCC) at 1-800-222-1222

There's a few we think you should know.
Be responsible and safe!

Once you have purchased a cannabis product, you are responsible for following Michigan state laws.

• It's illegal to consume cannabis in public.
• It's illegal to leave Michigan with any cannabis products.
• It's illegal to operate heavy machinery or vehicle while under the influence of Marijuana.
• If you're high, get a ride.
• It's illegal to give or sell medical cannabis to minors.

What are cannabinoids? How do they affect me?

Cannabinoids are chemical compounds found naturally in the cannabis flower. They mesh with receptors throughout our body, eliciting a spectrum of mental and physical effects. THC is the most well-known of these cannabinoids, and there are other powerful chemical compounds native to the cannabis flower including CBD, CBG, and CBC.

The Endo Cannabinoid System (ECS)

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a complex cell-signaling system of specific receptors, molecules, and enzymes found naturally throughout the body. This system plays a role in regulating a range of functions and processes which contribute to homeostasis - the stability and optimal functioning of your internal environment. For example, if an outside force such as a fever or pain from an injury throws off your body's homeostasis, your ECS kicks in to help your body return to its ideal balanced operation. Cannabinoids from cannabis have the ability to interact with this system as well.

Research has linked the ECS to appetite and digestion, metabolism, chronic pain, inflammation and other immune system responses, mood, motor control, sleep, organ function, and much more. The ECS exists and is active in your body even if you don't use cannabis.

What are the different cannabinoids?

Delta-9 THC aka THC
THC (Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol, also known as Delta-9 THC) is the principal psychoactive component of cannabis and also has certain medical uses. In addition to being responsible for the euphoric "high", Delta-9 THC helps reduce nausea and vomiting, relieves pain, stimulates appetite, and suppresses muscle spasms.

Delta-9 THCa aka THCa
THCA (Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol acid, also known as Delta-9 THCA) is a non-intoxicating cannabinoid found in raw and live cannabis. As the plant is dried and processed, THCA slowly converts to THC. THCA is found to aid sleep, inhibit cancer cell growth, and suppress muscle spasms.

Delta-8 THC
Delta-8 THC (Delta-8-Tetrahydrocannabinol) is similar to its psychoactive relative Delta-9 THC, but with several key differences including a lower psychotropic potency, making it less likely to produce anxiety in adults. It can help treat nausea and vomiting, calms anxiety, relieves pain, and protects nerve cells against damage and debilitation.

THCv
THCV (Tetrahydrocannabivarin) is similar to THC in molecular structure and psychoactive properties, but it provides a variety of pronounced and altogether different effects. While usually found only in trace amounts, some strains have higher levels of THCV, and is being shown to reduce convulsions and seizures, and promote bone growth.

CBD
CBD (Cannabidiol) stands out because it is both non-intoxicating and displays a broad range of potential medical applications including helping relieve or reduce anxiety, inflammation, pain, nausea and vomiting, seizures, and more. It also has uses as an antibacterial, to promote bone growth, and in treating psoriasis, and more.

CBDa
CBDA (Cannabidiolic acid) is the parent of CBD, it's simply the unaltered or raw form. CBDA shows promise in reducing inflammation and inhibiting cancer cell growth.

CBDv
CBDV (Cannabidivarin) is one of many molecules derived from cannabis and hemp plants. Much of the research around CBDV has centered around its effect on seizures, and is also showing promise in several other areas of medicine.

CBG
CBG (Cannabigerol) is the chemical parent of both THC and CBD. Because it is non-psychotropic, CBG shows promise to help aid sleep, inhibit cancer cell growth, promote bone growth, and slow bacterial growth.

CBGa
CBGA (Cannabigerolic acid), is produced in the plant to maximize energy directed toward the flower. CBGA is the precursor to three major cannabinoids: THCA, CBDA, and CBCA. It can help to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and slow bacterial growth.

CBC
CBC (Cannabichromene) has the ability to bind with other receptors in the body, including pain receptors. While CBC has singular benefits including inhibiting cancer cell growth, promoting bone growth, reducing inflammation and relieving pain, researchers also think that it seems to synergistically work with other cannabinoids.

CBCa
CBCA (Cannabichromenic acid) helps to reduce inflammation and treat fungal infection.

CBN
CBN (Cannabinol) is a non-intoxicating compound that is best known as the cannabinoid created when THC ages. Research is showing potential for isolated CBN as an antibacterial, an appetite stimulant, a neuroprotectant, to reduce arthritis inflammation, and in treating glaucoma.

For more information on cannabinoids, visit:
Leafly Cannabis 101, Leafly Cannabinoids and Their Effects, Medical Marijuna, Inc

We color code our strains based on the effects they may provide.
You can predict how a strain might affect you, based solely on the terpenes it contains.

We color code our strains based on the levels of various terpenes in each of them. This helps our customers determine how a strain might affect them before they try it.

Orange Strains
Contain high levels of Uplifiting, Energetic, Creative terpenes like:
Limonene, Pinene, Ocimene

Green Strains
Contain mixed levels of terpenes. You might find combinations of strains that provide effects that affect body and mind equally.

Purple Strains:
Contain high levels of sedating, relaxing, euphoric terpenes like:
Myrcene, Linalool, ß-Caryophyllene, Terpinolene

Learn the different ways we can ingest cannabis.

There are a variety of safe consumption methods that appropriate for your unique needs.

• Smoking Flower: Pipe/Bowl, Joint, Blunt, Bong, Etc.
• Vaporizing Flower: Varying Types of Vaporizers, Pens, Stationery, Etc.
• Vaporizing Concentrates: Pens, Dabbing, Etc.
• Edibles: Solids, Liquids, Etc.
• Tinctures: Alcohol and/or Glycerin Based
• Others: Transdermal Patches, Inhalers, Etc.

We test our products rigorously to ensure quality, safety and consistency.

Our products are tested by GC-MS equipment at PSI Labs.

We test not only for potency of our products, but also to make sure our products are 100% free of fungicides, pesticides, residual solvents, mold, pests, or any other unwanted foreign matter.

We want our patients to be able to know exactly what they are getting, every single time.

We want our patients to have access to the highest quality medical cannabis they can get.