Posts by David Flores
Growing Medical Marijuana: How to Stay Legal in California
Getting your medical marijuana card online in California is easy. You can have your card instantly and be well on your way to heading over to the dispensary within a matter of minutes. Trying to grow – now that can be more difficult in the Golden State. Growing marijuana in California has been deemed a different than simply getting…
Read MoreCBD and THC: What’s the Difference?
If you found this article, it’s fair to assume you’ve heard about CBD and THC, also known as cannabidiol and tetrahydrocannabinol, the two main ingredients in a marijuana plant. While these ingredients are different in their properties, both fall into a class of compounds commonly referred to as cannabinoids. The Differences Between CBD and THC…
Read MoreSteps You Can Take to Get Your Medical Cannabis Card in California
Luckily, you’re a Californian. The Golden State has beaches, bikinis, great weather, gorgeous landscapes, and marijuana is legal for medical purposes. Not only do you live in one of the greatest states in the United States, but you’re also able to get your medical marijuana card in California. While this is certainly a blessing, not everyone…
Read MoreOpioid Epidemic: 3 Reasons Why Marijuana Should Be Your Primary Painkiller
Both chronic pain and addiction — two horrific ongoing epidemics that have plagued our nation for decades — can be curbed by medical marijuana (MMJ). In fact, a 2009-2010 study points out that opiate overdoses dropped approximately 25 percent in states where medical cannabis was recognized while they rose everywhere else. Significant strides have been…
Read MoreMedical Marijuana: 4 Myths and Why They’re Wrong
Marijuana smokers generally don’t get the hero treatment in pop culture. People refer to them as “stoners” and believe they’re more likely to eat a family-sized bag of Doritos than be contributing members of society. This nasty reputation can be traced all the way back to the 1930s, when a propaganda film called “Reefer Madness”…
Read More“Passion-Driven Success: 3 Tips for Budding Entrepreneurs” written by our CEO and featured on youinc.com
Entrepreneurial passion runs strong in my family. As the son of immigrants, I grew up watching my father launch new businesses every time we moved to a new country. Eventually, once we put down roots in Orlando, Florida, he found success running a chain of souvenir and retail outlets aimed at tourists. This is when…
Read MoreWhen Medical Marijuana is the natural next step
Virtually every medication — whether prescription or over-the-counter — comes with a list of side effects. Some pills exist to calm the side effects of other pills, and even they come with their own lists of side effects. It’s a crazy cycle of discomfort. Patients should consider incorporating medical marijuana not only because there is…
Read MoreAn Introduction to MMJ: The Where and What of Medical Marijuana Cards
Medical marijuana is almost 30 years old in the U.S., and is offered in 22 states and the District of Columbia, even though it is still prohibited (albeit ignored) at the federal level. The vast majority of states issue identification cards and require recipients of medical cannabis to enter their information into a registry. Each…
Read MoreMedical Marijuana in the Treatment of Migraines
Migraines are one of the most common presenting complaints for medical marijuana doctors in California. Migraines can be debilitating, rendering their victims incapacitated for hours on end. They are often accompanied by nausea and vomiting and patients often have a strong aversion to any bright lights. While pharmaceuticals can improve migraines, they cannot get rid…
Read MoreReview of JAMA article on MMJ?
In June of 2015, the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) published an article titled Cannabinoids for Medical Use: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. This article looked at cannabis and cannabinoid drugs and their efficacy for treating specific conditions. This is an excellent article for anyone who has or is considering obtaining a medical…
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