Now that so many states have legalized recreational marijuana, more and more young people are turning to cannabis to relax instead of alcohol. Even in states where recreational pot is not legal, most people believe it should be legal, and people everywhere have a more relaxed attitude about pot being used in social settings. 
Millennials, generally considered to be those born from about 1981 to 1995, drink far less alcohol than past generations, according to a survey by Monitoring the Future. Millennials are also investing in cannabis stocks.

Millennials Make a Healthier Choice

Millennials are the generation that is unlikely to purchase alcohol—especially compared with Baby Boomer and Gen X. There is no denying that the use of marijuana is far less dangerous than alcohol. For example:

• Plenty of people die from alcohol use. Compared with the number of people who die from marijuana use—essentially this number is zero—alcohol use is deadly. Some 30,000 deaths each year can be blamed on the use of alcohol and its bad health effects on the body. This is according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And as if the numbers alone were not telling, the CDC doesn’t even have a category of deaths that can be attributed to marijuana.
• People can overdose on alcohol, but there are no reported deaths from overdosing on marijuana. Alcohol is widely considered one of the most toxic drugs around, with the CDC listing 1,600 deaths each year from alcohol poisoning. 
• Health-related costs are high among users of alcohol. Alcohol is also shown to damage the brain, whereas there is no proof that marijuana has any impact on the brain.

Millennials Make a More Economical Choice

When you run the numbers, pot can be a lot cheaper than alcohol. Obviously, it depends on how much you are drinking and smoking, but if you compare buying a basic joint versus a six-pack of Coors Light, the former is the more economical choice. 

This is especially true if you are drinking those beers in a restaurant. A single night out drinking can easily cost over 50 dollars per person—or even more, depending on where you are enjoying the nightlife. In contrast, marijuana is used rather sparingly, so a 30-dollar supply can keep you going for a full month.

Millennials Save on Calories

Alcohol is ingested, and alcoholic drinks contain empty calories—and are often overloaded with sugar. Alcohol can also lead to digestion issues, meaning nutrient intake is reduced, and metabolisms are slowed. This can lead to weight gain. Even though millennials are embracing body positivity attitudes, they don’t want to gain more weight than their body needs.

Visit a Denver Weed Shop for Your Cannabis Fix

Our Denver weed shop has three convenient locations throughout the metro area. With our wide variety of marijuana products and our friendly budtenders, we can meet all of your cannabis needs. Whether you are new to marijuana or you have been imbibing for years, we would love to help you out. Contact us today!

With COVID-19 cases on the rise across the state, many people have been looking for different ways to get the cannabis products they love using every day. This means more people are starting to rely on online delivery services and ordering cannabis without ever setting foot in one of the many weed shops in Denver. While it may seem convenient, it’s not always the best idea. This is what you need to know about ordering your favorite weed online and why you should avoid it.

You Won’t Know What You’re Getting

When you visit a dispensary, you’re able to see the products before you buy them. This helps you know whether the flower you’re buying is fresh or old and gives you the chance to make substitutions if your favorite strain or product is unavailable. When you order online, you won’t be able to preview the weed before it arrives at your door. Though most dispensaries try to maintain high quality standards, some are willing to let things slide. This means you’ll end up with a disappointing smoking experience.

You Won’t Be Able to Ask Questions

One of the biggest benefits of buying high-quality cannabis from a dispensary is the ability to ask questions while you’re there. The budtenders know their products and are able to explain the benefits of each item in the case. This makes it easy for you to make informed decisions about the types of products you’re buying. When you order online, you won’t be able to ask questions or learn about the products before you place your order. This means you’re at-risk of getting something that you won’t enjoy or that won’t do what you want it to. Worse, returns are virtually impossible, so you’ll be out the money completely.

You’ll End Up Paying More

Believe it or not, buying cannabis online won’t actually save you money. It may even end up costing you more. Not only do you have to pay for the cannabis itself, but you’ll have to pay for a delivery surcharge which can be as much as $10. You’ll also need to be willing to tip the delivery driver who brought you your cannabis in the first place. While you might save yourself a little time by not having to make the trip to the dispensary, you’ll pay a premium for the ability to get weed without leaving your home. Just think of how much extra cannabis you can buy with what you save by going to the dispensary yourself!

Stop By Altitude

The next time you need to replenish your stash, don’t settle for questionable delivery services. Instead, stop by your nearest dispensary. At Altitude the Dispensary, we’re committed to providing you with only the highest quality cannabis at prices you can afford. Our experienced budtenders are on-hand to help answer your questions and find your new favorite products every time. Your safety and satisfaction are our priority and we’ll do everything we can to make sure you find the best weed for your desired high.

Recreational marijuana is legal in Colorado, but that doesn’t mean you can light anywhere you want. You need to treat marijuana much like you would treat alcohol—and that means you need the proverbial brown bag for your purchase. The budtenders at your favorite Colorado weed shop, Altitude the Dispensary, have seen plenty of rookie mistakes, and this article will help ensure you don’t make them.

Here are some tips for getting the most out of your weedcation.

Research Dispensaries

You probably use Yelp and Google to vet restaurants when you visit a new city, and you should do the same for dispensaries. The growing protocols at dispensaries vary, and this means the products are different. An example of this is two dispensaries that have the same strain, but they are different because of the way they are grown.
 
Keep Variety in Mind

It can be tempting to purchase an ounce because you can do it legally, but that doesn’t mean you should do it. Much like you would taste different beers at a microbrewery, you can mix and match your strains. This is part of the beauty of being able to go to a dispensary. And this is where budtenders are invaluable. Unlike buying from some guy who is the friend of a friend, you can engage in conversation with a professional budtender and talk about things like flavor, THC, and the different effects of individual strains. It makes for a much different experience. 

Our advice is to take your time at the dispensary, relish the process, and be mindful of not overdoing it. We are firm believers that “everything in moderation” also applies to recreational marijuana.

Book Lodging That Is Weed Friendly

As mentioned, just because pot is legal here doesn’t mean you can smoke it on the street corner. According to Colorado state law, you have to be 21 or older to buy, possess, and use marijuana—and you have to use it in private. You don’t want to have to worry about where you consume the weed, so you need to ensure your hotel is 4-20 friendly. Do some research before you book. Trivago magazine lists some good stoner hotels in this article.

Wait on the Edibles

If you’re a marijuana novice, you might be tempted to go straight for the edibles. But use caution if you do; it can be difficult to tell how they will affect you, and the effects can last much longer than you’d expect. Take tiny amounts, then wait at least 45 minutes before assessing how it’s affecting you. We recommend starting with a bowl or a joint, and again, this is another area where it’s important to have a budtender to offer advice.

Don’t Smoke and Drive

If you are flying into Denver, you’ll probably want to rent a car while you are here, but it’s important that you do not smoke and drive, which is illegal. Make your plans for getting high accordingly or enlist the help of a designated driver.

Be sure to include a stop at Altitude the Dispensary on your Colorado weedcation. We have locations throughout the metro area. Stop by today!
 

Before cannabis became legal in Colorado and other states, supporters of marijuana prohibition have led people to believe all kinds of untruths about marijuana. Your favorite Denver weed shop, Altitude, prefers to address these myths with straightforward facts. When you consider the alcohol has been legal for years, you have to wonder why a plant has been so badly maligned through the decades. 

Let’s take a look at marijuana versus alcohol—and get down to the truth of the matter. First of all, let’s be clear: We are not going to say that weed is some kind of miracle drug. After all, any substance can be abused. But it certainly is not the dangerous drug it has been made out to be over the years. In fact, when you compare it with alcohol, marijuana is less toxic than alcohol, less addictive, less likely to contribute to irresponsible behavior, and less harmful to the body.

How People Use Marijuana and Alcohol

Marijuana is widely used similarly to the way alcohol is used. Most adults have a cocktail while socializing with friends or relaxing after work. Others like to have it because it gives them a relaxed feeling or helps them fall asleep more easily. Drinking alcohol is widely accepted in our society—as long as it is done responsibly.

How Both Impact People

Many Americans die every year from alcohol use; people do not die from using marijuana. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated that more than 30,000 deaths every year could be attributed to the way alcohol negatively impacts health. And this large number doesn’t include accidental deaths that can be associated with alcohol use. If you’re wondering how many deaths the CDC attributes to marijuana, you’ll have to continue wondering. The CDC has no category linking mortality to marijuana.

People can die from alcohol poisoning overdoses, but there has never been a fatal marijuana overdose reported. Scientists report that alcohol is one of the most toxic drugs humans use. They also say that marijuana is one of the least toxic drugs.

The health-related costs associated with alcohol are much higher than with marijuana use. This should not surprise anyone. If you do a bit of research, you will quickly see that alcohol poses far more health problems than marijuana.
Alcohol use damages the brain, whereas marijuana does not. If you are like most people, you have probably heard that cannabis kills brain cells, but there are more and more studies pointing to marijuana actually having neuroprotective properties. This means that it could protect brain cells from harm. No one would argue that alcohol kills brain cells.

Alcohol is linked to many different types of cancers: stomach, colon, lungs, pancreas, liver, and prostate. Marijuana use has not been conclusively connected with any form of cancer—not even lung cancer in those who liked to smoke weed.

Visit a Denver Weed Shop

If you’re accustomed to having a drink when trying to unwind, why not try the much safer alternative? Visit one of your three Denver locations. Our budtenders will be happy to help you find the right weed product for you.

CBD may be the new kid on the block, but more and more people are discovering its value. From bath bombs and lip balms—and everything in-between—CBD has a multitude of uses. The sheer number of CBD products available today can be confusing, so here is a guide to help you learn more about the world of CBD topicals.

What Is a CBD topical?

First of all, let’s talk about what CBD is. CBD stands for cannabidiol, which is one of the many cannabinoids (chemical compounds) that can be found in marijuana and hemp.

“Topical” is just a fancy way to describe creams, balms, lotions, and salves that are applied directly to a particular part of the body as a kind of treatment. Chances are, you use topicals regularly in the form of lotion or lip balm.

How Do CBD Topicals Work?

Living beings with a spine have receptors all throughout the body that interact with chemicals called “cannabinoids,” which the body naturally produces. Many people are surprised to learn that their bodies produce cannabinoids. The body’s process of producing and interacting with cannabinoids is referred to as the endocannabinoid system. (You can read more about the endocannabinoid system in this article: A Simple Guide to the Endocannabinoid System.)
The cannabinoids that are produced in plants can interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system to help it do its job. The plant-based chemicals are called phytocannabinoids, and they act much like vitamins to the body’s endocannabinoid system.

When you apply CBD directly to the skin, it absorbs into the body and binds with the cannabinoid receptors where you apply it. 

Do CBD Topicals Geta Person High?

No, you cannot get high from CBD topicals. CBD does not contain the psychoactive that Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) does. THC is what makes people high. Even if there were traces of THC in the lotion you applied, this would not make it to the bloodstream. Think about it: If you have ever used a lotion or balm that contained alcohol, you didn’t get drunk. It’s similar to using CBD topicals.

Can You Use Too Much?

There are many studies reinforcing the belief that CBD is one of the safest substances around, so it’s next to impossible to overdose on it. You could, however, have an allergic reaction to a CBD topical just like you would to any lotion or balm, so you should test it on a small portion of your skin before applying it liberally.
What Kind of Conditions Can CBD Treat?

CBD has been recommended in treating the following:

• Arthritis
• Multiple sclerosis
• Chronic, localized pain
• General joint pain
• Muscle soreness
• Bug bites
• Bacterial infections
• Anxiety

CBD topicals can often improve the following skin conditions:

• Acne
• Eczema
• Flaky and patchy skin
• Infections
• Psoriasis
• Rashes
• Red, puffy, or inflamed skin

Are You Ready to Give CBD Topicals a Try?

At Altitude, your favorite Denver weed shop, we’ve got a full range of cannabis products, including high-quality edibles, tinctures, concentrates, and bud. Our friendly budtenders can give you advice for the right product to meet your needs. Stop by one of our three locations and stock up on whatever you need!