HOW CANNABIS CAN AFFECT YOUR HEALTH

When it comes to modern medical cannabis, most people are starting at zero miles per hour with all this stuff.

To get you up to speed, we’re dedicating much of this issue of the GreenState quarterly to the impact of cannabis on health.

The botanical has been used as a sleep supplement for millennia. But now mainstream Americans are trying it out, too. Carolyne Zinko examines the trend through the stories of people suffering from sleep disorders who are getting their lives back, after seemingly nothing else worked.

Also in this issue: Dr. Tracy E. Foose, a psychiatrist, explains the pros and cons of using cannabis to treat anxiety. We also include a how-to on understanding product labels. And because the topic of wellness extends to our animal companions, we talk to veterinarians about the issues surrounding pets and pot as cannabis businesses enter the $30 billion pet industry.

It’s no secret that gardening is good for your health. This month is the start of growing season, and many people might try cultivating cannabis. Check out our section on the basics of growing marijuana, plus products and reviews of three trending gardening books.

And speaking of trends, in 2018 smoking is on its way out, so we explain what marijuana transdermal patches are, and review a flight of cannabis mints that work their magic via your mouth.

Finally, tap on over to GreenState.com to sign up for the Field Guide — our weekly newsletter featuring the best in cannabis lifestyles. And while you’re at it, listen to our podcast, the Hash, on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. We’re coming up on our first anniversary at GreenState.com and we have lots of greatness in store for you.