To begin to understand the symbiotic relationship between our bodies and cannabis it is essential to know about the Edocannabinoid System. Discovered in the 1990s by the famed Israeli researcher, Dr. Raphael Mechoulam, the Endocannabinoid System is an integral, highly complex network of receptors in the brain and body. These receptors accept cannabinoids & terpenes; the Cannabinoid 1 (CB1) receptor plays into our nervous system...
Have you ever wondered what it is about the cannabis plant that produces the effects we know and desire? The main chemical compounds created by the cannabis flowers are called cannabinoids, and each produces a different effect. Terpenes, the aromatic compounds of the plant, are naturally found in flowers, fruits and vegetables and are known to be the catalyst that drives the desired high in...
This week on a HIGHER perspective, Goldie is joined by John Morgan, sales manager of Craft Concentrates. Craft is one of the leading concentrate companies on the Colorado market as they have consistently produced high-end lines since their start including Panacea, Sesh and more. From the flower they take in, to the concentrates the send out, it is always of the topmost quality. Check out...
If you have been around cannabis before, you may have heard the terms Indica, Sativa, and Hybrid. These refer to the different species, or varieties, of the cannabis plant. There is also Hemp which is low in THC and high in CBD and in the past has been mostly used for industrial purposes (i.e. paper, rope, textiles, etc). Today, Hemp derived CBD products can be...
Cannabis, Marijuana, Reefer, Pot. This plant goes by many names and has a rich and diverse history that many are unfamiliar with. We have compiled a little history of cannabis to help you better understand its long term relationship with Man. The oldest record of cannabis dates back to China, circa 2900 BC. Emperor Fu Hsi, who is credited with bringing civilization to China, made...
Balancing the Mind & Body with Cannabis & Exercise By Sarah Foss The other Monday, Goldie and I decided to start the week off on a strong note and make it to an evening yoga class. The Lodo Massage & Yoga Studio in RiNo offers a weekly 2 ½ hour Yin & Yang: Kickboxing & Yoga Class that really gets you moving and working. Before...
We at City Sessions would like to formally welcome you to The Human Side of Cannabis. In this blog series, we will explore the different relationships that people have with the plant, its beneficial properties, and the culture that thrives around it in an effort to promote cannabis education. Here in Colorado, we are in an experimental microcosm where it is legal to purchase and...
This week on a HIGHER Perspective, Goldie interviews Joe Hood, the inventory manager at The Herbal Cure. THC is a Denver neighborhood style dispensary know for its award-winning cannabis strains and dedication to customer service. They discuss the shop, company culture, and their championship grow-off belts. Joe went on to explain why he loves his favorite strain, OG Kush (an earthy indica leaning hybrid. Do...
July 3rd - 10th If you are ready to celebrate the 4th of July a little early, then the 8th Annual Independence Eve celebration is where you want to be today (Monday), July 3rd at 8 pm! Taking place at Civic Center Park, this free community event is a great place to spread out on the lawn, enjoy live music, delicious food truck vendors, and...
In this weeks episode, Goldie interviews Kristi Ryder, distribution manager of the LAB's PAX Era pods. She discusses innovation in the market place and how PAX vaporizer devices are creating a whole new experience with their ever-evolving technology. In addition, the City Sessions crew takes part in a sampling session, trying out some of Kristi's favorite live resin, wax, and distillate pods. Sit back, relax...
