Tips for Making Edibles at Home

March 15, 2017

Tips for Making Edibles at Home
Do you plan on trying your hand at making edibles on your own instead of buying them in a store? If this is your first time, avoid common mistakes made by beginners by following these tips from the experts at Altitude Dispensary:

Choose the right strain.

You will need to buy marijuana from one of the best weed shops in Denver in order to make edibles at home. But don’t get too excited! You shouldn’t just choose the first strain you see. Decide which strain you want by determining what effect you want from the finished product. Will you want something that helps you wind down and go to sleep? Or will you be eating your baked goods in the morning when you need a boost of energy? If you want a relaxing edible, look for an indica strain, and if you want something that will give you a bit of an energy boost, go for a sativa strain.

Clean the weed.

Some edible experts recommend that you thoroughly clean the weed before using it in an edible recipe. They believe by doing this, you can remove any of the impurities that may affect the taste of the finished product. If you want your edible to be perfect, give this a try by soaking your weed in distilled water for several days and then blanching it.

Don’t go above this temperature.

THC, the chemical responsible for producing the euphoric feeling you get when smoking or consuming weed, begins to break down when it reaches 365 degrees Fahrenheit. Quickly scan through the recipe you want to try. Many recipes suggest baking your edibles at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, but because many ovens are not precise, baking at 350 degrees could mean you’re actually baking much higher and causing the THC to deteriorate. Instead, try turning the temperature down slightly lower and baking it for a bit longer.

Use seasoning.

If you’re not a fan of the herbal flavor of marijuana, you may want to consider using seasonings that will help mask the taste. Don’t be stingy with the seasoning, either. It’s recommended that you use just as much—if not more—than you would use in a regular recipe without cannabis.

Be creative.

People often make the mistake of assuming that brownies, cookies, and other sweets are the only foods you can make with cannabis, but that’s definitely not the case. You can add marijuana to almost any recipe, so be creative and don’t stick to these traditional foods. There are endless savory and sweet recipes available online for everything from macaroni and cheese to granola bars, so figure out what you’re in the mood for, and then find a recipe instead of limiting yourself to brownies and other sweets. See 16 cannabis edible recipes to stay healthy and high.

For more information on baking edibles at home, come by Altitude Dispensary, one of the best weed shops in Denver, where our knowledgeable budtenders can help you find the right medical or recreational product to suit your needs. Contact Altitude Dispensary for more information today!
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Can Marijuana Improve Your Sex Life?

March 8, 2017

Can Marijuana Improve Your Sex Life?
Cannabidiol oil, or CBD oil, is widely known for its ability to reduce anxiety and relieve aches and pains, but could one of its lesser-known benefits be its ability to improve your sex life? Some industry experts believe so.

But first, what is CBD?

Cannabidiol, or CBD, is an active cannabinoid found in the cannabis plant, accounting for about 40% of the plant’s extract. There are usually much higher levels of CBD in medicinal marijuana compared to recreational marijuana, since CBD does not produce the same high effect that other cannabinoids such as THC do.

CBD is often extracted from cannabis plants in an oil form and sold in weed shops in Denver as a way to treat nausea, inflammation, anxiety and general pain. CBD oil products can be found in many forms including tinctures, capsules, topical creams, and more. It’s recently made a lot of headlines as states that have not legalized marijuana have chosen to legalize CBD oil because of its many medicinal benefits.

Now, back to your sex life.

Both men and women have trouble performing in bed when they become overly anxious. Although there have not been scientific studies done on the subject, many industry experts believe CBD oil is the perfect solution to this problem that plagues people around the world.

Some researchers believe there is a Dual Control Model of sexual responses that consists of both a sexual inhibition system and a sexual excitation system. When the sexual inhibition system is activated, meaning you feel nervous or insecure, then the sexual excitation system cannot be activated, so you can’t enjoy the sexual experience. But, cannabis experts believe CBD oil is the way to calm down your sexual inhibition system to allow yourself to get aroused and connect with your partner in a more intimate way. Learn more about the dual control model of sexual response.

If the thought of lowering your inhibitions to have sex scares you, consider this: as previously mentioned, CBD oil does not produce a high effect in users. So, even though you are lowering your inhibitions, you are not altering your state of mind, which is what makes using CBD oil so different than say, drinking a beer to lower your inhibitions.

If you or your partner suffers from chronic pain, using CBD oil in the bedroom may also be helpful. Conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia and chronic migraines can make getting in the mood much more difficult. These health conditions can often severely disrupt a couple’s sex life, but there may be hope for you with CBD oil products. CBD oil can target general or localized pain, depending on which product you choose. If you or your partner can alleviate pain you are feeling with CBD oil, you can let yourself become more wrapped up in the moment and less focused on your discomfort.

For more information on CBD products and how they are used, come by Altitude Dispensary where our knowledgeable budtenders can help you find the right medical or recreational product to suit your needs. Contact Altitude Dispensary for more information today!
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How Medical Cannabis Helps Cancer Patients from Your Denver Dispensary

March 1, 2017

How Medical Cannabis Helps Cancer Patients from Your Denver Dispensary
Over the years, medical marijuana has had quite a ‘run through the mill’ with many debates and controversies associated with it. Though built on extensive studies and facts, the feds have turned a blind eye on the proof. The proven studies done were swept under the rug by the government and other subsequent studies were prevented.

The Scientists

Fortunately, there were some scientists in the private sector that decided to continue the studies on cannabis and have revealed its impact on cancerous diseases. Clinical trials done by these scientists have indicated that cannabinoids can be used as a target to destroy malignant cancer cells while at the same time overlooking healthy cells. It also lessens the growth of blood vessels that would turn to cancerous tumors.

Side Effects

Cannabis is helpful to cancer patients who are trying to cope with the side effects of cancer treatments like chemotherapy. Some of these side effects include:
  • Lack of appetite
  • Pain
  • Anxiety
  • Insomnia
  • Nausea and vomiting
When someone is diagnosed with cancer, there are various levels of pain that can be experienced due to nerve injury, inflammation, or bone invasion. Persistent and chronic pain is sometimes resistant to cancer treatment that involves opioids.

Pain Management

Pain management is important to all cancer patients in order to improve the quality of their lives. Chemotherapy with the use of platinum or taxanes will tend to cause neuropathic pain in cancer patients. Scientists found that when fifty two percent of patients inhaled medical cannabis, the pain was more than thirty percent less. This is of statistical significance. It was also found that with medical cannabis, patients experienced mood elevation and a sense of well-being as well as reduced anxiety. Let’s look more in-depth at the different ways medical marijuana has aided cancer patients in the scientific study.

Nausea and Vomiting

The THC pill, Marinol was approved in 1985 by the FDA for the treatment of cancer-causing side effects, primarily nausea and vomiting. It has been proven to work and so this is an indication that medical marijuana would offer the same benefit. Learn more about cannabinoids in the management of difficult to treat pain.

Weight Loss

In addition to nausea and vomiting, chemotherapy can cause cancer patients to lose their appetite, but also their weight. Medical marijuana has been found to stimulate the patient’s appetite, resulting in effective weight management and maintenance.

Mood Elevation

Many cancer patients will oftentimes experience mood changes that could cause anxiety and depression. There is no secret about the good-feeling that marijuana can give to any individual. The chemicals in medical cannabis, however, have noteworthy effects against depression.

Pain Relief

According to studies done, medical cannabis offers significant pain relief to cancer patients who experience severe pain disorders. It is a welcomed relief to cancer patients.

Sleep Deprivation

Insomnia and sleep deprivation is another symptom of chemotherapy. The cancer patient may have problems falling asleep and sleeping uninterrupted throughout the night. Medical marijuana, especially the indicas strains, helps the cancer patient to sleep.

Fatigue

Chemotherapy can take a toll on your body and so many cancer patients find that they are tired most of the time, especially those who suffer from insomnia. Medical marijuana will combat that problem, contributing to your sleep pattern and allowing you to have a balanced life.
Do you want to learn more about medical cannabis and its impact on your overall health? Then speak to the experts at Altitude Dispensary at 720-708-5428. Visit the website at Altitude Dispensary.
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The Best Strains for Rest and Relaxation

February 22, 2017

The Best Strains for Rest and Relaxation
Are you trying to reduce the stress in your life? If it feels like you’re always on the go, you may need a little help learning how to take some time for yourself. Here are some of the most popular strains that will help you kick back and relax:

Animal Cookies

If you visit a dispensary in Denver and ask for a marijuana strain that will offer extreme relaxation, the budtenders may recommend Animal Cookies. This indica strain of marijuana is just as tasty as its name suggests with a sweet, yet slightly sour aroma. It is often suggested to those who suffer from severe anxiety or insomnia, and with one inhale you’ll see why. Learn more about the Animal Cookies strain.

Purple Dream

A mix between Blue Dream and Granddaddy Purple, this indica strain is perfect for those who don’t want the overpowering high that strains like Animal Cookies provide. Purple Dream is a much gentler option that will give users a sense of calm and help them ease into a more relaxed state of mind. It won’t help those with insomnia, but it will relieve minor aches and pains and clear your mind of worries.

Blue Widow

Blue Widow, which is a potent cross between Blueberry and White Widow, is a unique strain that gives consumers both a sense of calm and a slight boost of energy. However, users do find that in higher doses, Blue Widow becomes more calming than energizing and may cause extreme drowsiness. If you want to relieve anxiety without falling asleep, smoke a little bit of Blue Widow. But, if you want to drift gently into sleep, smoke a bit more to start experiencing the drowsy side effects of the high.

Confidential Cheese

Its name may sound silly, but there’s nothing to laugh about when it comes to the relaxing effects of the Confidential Cheese marijuana strain. Medicinal marijuana users often turn to Confidential Cheese because of its ability to relieve pain, increase appetite, and treat insomnia. But, even if you’re just a recreational user, you can still enjoy the benefits of this strain that may faintly smell like sour cheese.

Raspberry Kush

If you’re looking for a sweet tasting strain, look no further than Raspberry Kush, which as its name suggests, has a fruity scent. This strain leads to an incredibly relaxing body high, so if you’re experiencing any aches and pains, Raspberry Kush could be the right choice for you. Some users have said that they feel lazy after smoking Raspberry Kush, so be careful not to smoke it when you have things to do or places to go. However, others find that this is the perfect strain to smoke before playing music or creating art, as it does not produce a particularly strong mental high.

For more information on finding the perfect strain, come by Altitude Dispensary, a dispensary in Denver, where our knowledgeable and friendly budtenders can help you find the right medical or recreational product to suit your needs. Contact Altitude Dispensary for more information today!
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Smoking vs. Edibles: Which is Best?

February 15, 2017

Smoking vs. Edibles: Which is Best?
When you visit our shop in Denver for the first time, one of the first questions that may come to mind is “What kind of product is right for me?” If you’re not sure whether you should smoke weed or consume it in the form of an edible, consider these pros and cons before making a decision:

It will take longer to feel a high from edibles.

If you choose to smoke marijuana, you will almost instantly experience the effects after taking a deep inhale. However, you will not immediately feel the effects of an edible after you eat it. In fact, it can take anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours to begin feeling the effects of an edible, so if you’re looking for a more instantaneous high, smoking may be the right choice for you. Learn more about cannabis-infused edibles 101: what you need to know about dosing, potency, and labeling.

Edibles don’t affect your lungs.

Many people prefer edibles over smoking marijuana because they don’t want to inhale smoke into their lungs. If you don’t want to experience any of the long-term effects of smoking, stick to edibles to keep your airways clear.

Edibles don’t have a lingering smell.

Because so many states have now legalized marijuana, it’s becoming more socially acceptable to use it. However, some people still prefer to keep their habit private. This can be difficult to do if you smell like marijuana after smoking a joint, but it’s fairly simply if you just pop an edible into your mouth, since there is no smell lingering around after you do it.

Smoking marijuana is a more concentrated high.

It’s estimated that only 10-20% of cannabinoids such as THC and CBD enter into your bloodstream after you consume an edible. On the other hand, around 50-60% of cannabinoids enter your system after you smoke marijuana. The higher the percentage, the stronger the high you will feel. If you want to ensure you feel complete relaxation or pain relief, smoking marijuana may be the better choice for you.

People often eat too many edibles.

Because the high effect does not kick in for quite some time after eating an edible, many people make the mistake of eating more than they should in an attempt to speed up the process. These people may think the first dose they ate is not strong enough, so they may eat another one, only to feel sick or uncomfortable when the high finally does kick in. This isn’t an issue when you smoke marijuana because you can instantly feel the high and pace yourself based on how you feel.

When in doubt about which product or form of cannabis to try, ask a budtender. For more information on smoking marijuana or consuming edibles, come by Altitude Dispensary, one of the best weed shops in Denver, where our knowledgeable and friendly budtenders can help you find the right medical or recreational product to suit your needs. Contact Altitude Dispensary for more information today!
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