Do you make your own cannabis oils? How about edibles? If the answer is yes, then there is an excellent chance that you’re aware of the process of decarboxylation. To truly get the most potent effects out of your favorite flower, you need to know how to decarboxylate weed.
[caption id="attachment_6050" align="alignright" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-6050" src="http://blog.greenrush.com/wp-content/uploads/decarboxylate_weed_feature_greenrush.png" alt="decarboxylate weed" width="1920" height="1080" /> Decarbed cannabis turns a golden brown color when ready.[/caption]
<h2>What Is Decarboxylation?</h2>
Decarboxylation is the process of fully activating all of the THC compounds in your cannabis to enhance its potency. When you smoke cannabis traditionally, the heat is decarboxylating the flower and releasing all of the cannabinoids into the smoke or vapor.
That smoke or vapor is, in turn, inhaled and absorbed into our lungs, producing the “high” you feel. When cooking with cannabis, however, you must first decarboxylate it to utilize its full effects. That includes those you get from CBD too, another active compound in marijuana.
You can think of decarboxylation almost like preheating your weed before you can use it in a recipe. You want to make sure it’s warmed enough to activate the right components but not burnt, as then it’s already spent.
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<h2>Why Do You Need to Decarb Weed for Edibles, Tinctures, and Other Homemade Goodies?</h2>
If you eat 1/8th of raw cannabis flower (not advised) we’re not saying that you won't feel any effects at all. However, they will likely be underwhelming. Again, we do not recommend eating raw bud!
The marijuana plant is not nearly as psychoactive in its raw state; it doesn't yet contain THC, the psychoactive compound that gets you high. What it does contain, however, is tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA) and cannabidiolic acid (CBDA).
Heating THCA converts it to THC – and is where the process of decarboxylation comes in. This results in bud that contains active THC, which can then be used to make edibles. CBDA becomes CBD, too.
<h2>Decarboxylation Temperatures and Times</h2>
According to a 2016 <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5549281/">research study</a>, these are the best temperatures and times for decarbing your weed.
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<td>Cannabinoid Target</td>
<td>Temperature</td>
<td>Time</td>
</tr>
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<td>THC-forward (THC/THCA)</td>
<td>230 degrees</td>
<td>30 minutes</td>
</tr>
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<td></td>
<td>265 degrees</td>
<td>9 minutes</td>
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<td>CBD-forward (CBD/CBDA)</td>
<td>230 degrees</td>
<td>45 minutes</td>
</tr>
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<td></td>
<td>265 degrees</td>
<td>20 minutes</td>
</tr>
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<h2>Step by Step: How to Decarb Cannabis</h2>
You'll only need a few things to get started on the decarboxylation process (apart from the oven that’s already in your kitchen):
<h3>Ingredients:</h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Baking sheet</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Parchment paper</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">¼ oz cannabis (ground)</li>
</ul>
<h3>Instructions:</h3>
<ol>
<li> Preheat your oven to 240 degrees Fahrenheit.</li>
<li> If your weed isn’t ground already, place the flower into a cannabis grinder and break it down into smaller pieces. Make sure they are even, and don’t pulverize your bud. If you don’t have a grinder, you can use a cheese grater.</li>
<li> Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to cover the entire surface area.</li>
<li> Once your paper is in place, take your ¼ oz of ground cannabis and spread it evenly across the parchment paper.</li>
</ol>
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5. Place your baking sheet in the center of the oven and let it bake for approximately 40 minutes. Make sure not to leave your  cannabis in for much longer than 40 minutes because, while the heat is necessary for converting the THCA into THC, if left in for too long, the cannabis can begin to burn. Set a timer and keep a close eye on your bud.
6. Remove your weed from the oven and let it cool.
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You can either cook with it straight away, or if you need to save it for another time, make sure to store it in a cool and dark place. A sealed jar or glass Tupperware is perfect.
And that's it! It's not a hard or laborious process at all, and now you have unlocked an entire world of things you can do with your cannabis beyond simply smoking it. Why not try this simple <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-to-cannabis-oil/">cannabis oil recipe</a> or spice up your dinner with <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-to-weed-spaghetti/">weed spaghetti</a> or <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/make-mouth-watering-weed-burgers/">cannabis burgers</a>? 
If sweets are more your speed, try <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-to-make-vegan-weed-brownies/">vegan weed brownies</a> or <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/weed-gummies-recipe/">weed gummies</a>. The possibilities are endless! Now you know how to decarboxylate weed.
<h2>How To Reduce the Smell of Decarbing at home</h2>
If you’re baking marijuana in the oven, it’s naturally going to smell like, well, marijuana. So if you live in an apartment and need to cut down on odors, you can use a turkey bag. This is just an oven-safe bag that you can place around the baking sheet.
You can also use heat-resistant glass containers with proper lids, such as mason jars, to bake your weed in. Only do this if you have the right equipment in the kitchen. You can blow away additional smells with a fan.
<h2>A Million Ways to Get Decarb Cannabis at Home</h2>
There are a million and one ways to properly decarb cannabis. Some people use a Sous Vide machine, others their Instant Pot. There are also specialty small kitchen appliances now catering to cannabis home cooks, like the Ardent and the Magic Butter Machine.
Still, no matter how you go about it, now you know why it’s important to decarb your cannabis before baking with it, and how to decarb weed like a pro without all the fancy equipment. 
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How To Decarboxylate Weed

When you hear “tres leches,” your mind might conjure images of a light, fluffy, and delicious tres leches (three milk) cake. So, will Tres Leches strain give you a light and sweet high, then?
This strain results from the crossing of two famous marijuana strains, but is Tres Leches just as notable as its lineage?
<h2>Tres Leches History and Genetics </h2>
Tres Leches is a sativa-dominant hybrid weed strain with 70 percent sativa and 30 percent indica. The two legendary <a href="https://askgrowers.com/strains/tres-leches-strain-review">parent</a> strains of Tres Leches are Koolato and Cookies and Cream (also called Cookies ‘n Cream or Cookies &amp; Cream).
Koolato was initially cultivated by The Vault Seed Bank. It’s a cross between Gelato #33, GSC (Girl Scout Cookies) and Face on Fire. Smoking or dabbing with Koolato gives you a relaxed, euphoric high as you taste the fruity citrus flavor and aroma.
Cookies and Cream, initially developed by Exotic Genetix, is also a hybrid strain and a cross between an unknown GSC phenotype and Starfighter. This strain is sweet vanilla and nutty in flavor. 
You’ll feel happy and airy with a light dose of <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/a-guide-to-cookie-genetics-animal-cookies-etc/">Cookies</a> and Cream, but increase the dosage if you want to hit the sack early.
The cross between Koolato and Cookies and Cream results in a strain with energetic, creative, and mood-boosting effects and an aromatic floral profile. 
The Tres Leches plant yields deep mossy-green buds with<a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/purple-cookies-strains/"> purple</a> undertones, thick snowy trichomes, and orange pistils. 
<h2>Tres Leches Terpene Profile </h2>
[caption id="attachment_10028" align="alignright" width="553"]<img class=" wp-image-10028" src="http://blog.greenrush.com/wp-content/uploads/Cannabistech-Lab-Shopping-Dirty-secret-2.jpg" alt="tres leches strain, represented by a slice of white cake" width="553" height="311" /> While Tres Leches doesn't taste exactly like the legendary cake, it does have sweet notes with hints of lemon.[/caption]
The terpenes in Tres Leches give the strain its unique flavor and aroma. While it shares similarities with its famous parents, Tres Leches offers something unique. 
Various terpenes are present in the strain. The most dominant ones are limonene, caryophyllene, and myrcene. Other Tres Leches terpenes include carene, pinene, geraniol, linalool, bisabolol, and terpineol.
Here is a brief summary of how these terpenes contribute to the overall flavor profile of Tres Leches: 
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Limonene and carene: citrus flavor</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Caryophyllene: woodsy, sweet, and spicy aroma</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Myrcene: herbal, spicy, and earthy aroma</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Pinene: forest and pine notes </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Geraniol: sweet rose and peach aroma </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Linalool: floral, lavender notes</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Bisabolol: earthy, woodsy, and floral notes </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Terpineol: smokey, floral, pine, and citrusy aroma</li>
</ul>
Thus, the overall terpene profile of Tres Leches is sweet. You’ll get a floral lavender and cinnamon taste sharply contrasting with tangy citrus. 
As you inhale the <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/beautiful-bongs-a-list/">smoke</a>, enjoy the creamy, buttery aroma similar to a tres leches cake, a traditional Latin American dessert that’s soaked in heavy cream, evaporated milk, and condensed milk. It’s like you’re transported to the comfort and sweetness of a bakery.
<h2>Tres Leches Potency </h2>
Tres Leches is quite a potent sativa-dominant strain. 
If you are a newbie to cannabis, an average tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content of 20 to 26 percent may be a bit too much. The strain contains about 0.38 to 0.64 percent cannabidiol (CBD).
<h2>Tres Leches Effects </h2>
The cannabinoid content in the Tres Leches strain produces a variety of effects.
Stoners say they feel creative, talkative, and relaxed, but the strain doesn’t make them lazy and attached to their couch. Instead, it’s best to smoke Tres Leches before you need to be<a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-to-microdose-thc/"> productive</a>, making the strain ideal for daytime use and when you need a mood and energy boost.
With its CBD content, Tres Leches may also help if you suffer from anxiety and depression, as the strain relaxes the nervous system and calms the mind.
<h2>A Few of Our Favorite Tres Leche and Related Products</h2>
Tres Leche is stocked regularly, but it’s such a popular strain that it quickly “flies off the shelves.” Check back regularly for fresh restocks! 
But since we can’t leave you high and dry, check out these all-time faves – from Tres Leche’s lineage! 
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Gelato 33 by <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/brand/kuda">Kuda</a> for its sweet fruity and citrusy flavors and balanced high. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Shatter GSC by <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/brand/highland">Highland</a> for a sweet, earthy aroma and relaxing and time-bending high.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Rainbow OG Kush Pod by <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/brand/stiiizy">STIIIZY</a> if you want to sleep better, have less of an appetite, and experience less stress and pain. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">GSC Vape Cartridge by <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/brand/jetty-extracts">Jetty Extracts</a> for a super potent high – after dinner!   </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Terry T x Gelato 33 by <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/brand/pure-beauty">Pure Beauty</a> if you’d like to lift your spirits and soak up a sour, citrusy, and diesel aroma.   </li>
</ul>
<h2>Enjoy Your Tres Leches Strain High </h2>
Like the sweet and tasty dessert, Tres Leches takes you on an energetic yet calming high.
Feel creatively motivated when you take your next Tres Leches toke, and sit back and enjoy the delicious citrusy and floral aroma and sweet yet spicy lavender and citrus flavor.
For<a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/sativa-vs-indica-what-is-the-difference/"> sativa</a> lovers, Tres Leches is a must.

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With its unique solventless extraction technique and super cool SoCal vintage-surfer-loving packaging, Jetty Extracts looks like it belongs on the very high end of cannabis products.. The company’s weed has become a firm favorite, even among jaded buyers. 
But does Jetty Extracts and its collection of pot live up to all the hype? 
<h2>Origin Story: Jetty Extracts </h2>
Jetty Extracts was established in San Diego in 2013 by Ron, Matt, and Nate, three surfers who know what they love to smoke. The founders wanted to “do cannabis right” and remove harmful additives from vapes. 
Jetty Extracts uses the Supercritical Fluid Extraction (or CO2 extraction) method to produce a safer and cleaner product than those extracted using solvents like butane. 
Consumers love this brand for its solvent-free extracts. Other flagship products include: 
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">The Dablicator (a direct-dabbing tool you fill with CO2 wax concentrate) </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Pure CBD <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/blog/how-to-cannabis-oil">oil</a> </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Jetty Gold CO2 oil cartridge</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Jetty Pure CO2 oil cartridge </li>
</ul>
The company has become one of <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/popular-strains-in-california-in-2021/">California’s favorite marijuana</a> brands. Jetty Extracts carefully crafts it's cannabis products with real cannabis terpenes and that are free of chemicals, pesticides, and fillers. 
A year after the company was created, the founders launched the Jetty Shelter Project, an initiative to provide cancer patients with medicinal cannabis oil for free. Jetty Extracts donates one percent of its gross revenue to the project, which is also backed by volunteers and donations. 
All the Jetty Extracts packaging looks vintage, with a retro Americana and SoCal vibe. The products also look detailed, high-end, and fancy and like they belong as part of a collection, especially when you compare Jetty to the minimal packaging of most other brands. 
<h2>All the Jetty Extracts Collections </h2>
<h3>Jetty Solventless Vape </h3>
Jetty states that their solventless vape is the cleanest and most potent of its kind, with the best flavor. They make these vapes from  live rosin, using ice, water, heat, and pressure—which means no solvents or chemicals. 
The result? A vape that delivers consistent flavor from your first hit to the last.
<h3>Jetty UNREFINED Live Resin </h3>
[caption id="attachment_5425" align="alignright" width="391"]<img class="size-full wp-image-5425" src="http://blog.greenrush.com/wp-content/uploads/cannabis-oils-jetty-3-pack.jpg" alt="jetty extracts cannabis oils" width="391" height="260" /> Pure gold, the live resin products you've been waiting for.[/caption]
Jetty’s UNREFINED live resin is cryo-extracted or flash-frozen, so all the compounds, terps, and <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/cannabinoid-profile-shop/">cannabinoids</a> in the living plants can contribute to the strain’s flavor profile and the powerful entourage effect. 
The entourage effect is a theory stating that the various compounds in a cannabis plant work together to create unique effects. 
<h3>Jetty High THC</h3>
The Jetty High THC cartridge oils are highly potent and made using a variety of legendary Jetty cannabis strains. They triple-test the oils, ensuring premium quality. 
Use the wood-tipped High THC <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/the-best-vape-cartridges-2021/">cartridge</a> with any 510-thread battery. 
<h3>PAX Era Pods</h3>
The brand also sells handcrafted Jetty <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/popular-strains-in-california-in-2021/">strain</a> oils in pods that are only compatible with PAX Era devices — compact, sleek, portable vaporizers that put the “smart” into vaping since you can connect them to the PAX mobile app, giving you more functionality and choice.
The PAX Era vaporizer needs a pre-filled pod to remove the mess and prep so you can enjoy your concentration from the get-go.  
<h3>Jetty Infused Pre-Rolls </h3>
The Jetty Live Resin Infused Pre-Rolls combine specially curated cannabis oil and flower pairings in a live resin to celebrate the unique strain’s potency and flavor. 
<h3>Jetty Concentrates</h3>
The company offers various small-batch concentrates (live badder, live sugar, live diamonds and sauce, and live rosin).
<h3>Dablicator Oil Applicator</h3>
Jetty Extracts created the Dablicator Oil Applicator to help you better dispense your concentrate of choice, whether you dab, dose up a flower, or seal a joint. 
<h3>Reserve </h3>
Jetty’s Reserve collection is innovative and experimental as the team pushes the boundaries in crafting concentrates.
<h3>Jetty Merch </h3>
Because, why not? Jetty Extracts sells merch like Ts, beanies, hoodies, backpacks, tanks, and sweatshirts, so you can match the brand 100 percent. 
<h2>Our Favorite Jetty Products </h2>
<h3>1. Jetty Extracts UNREFINED Live Resin Vape Cartridge — Blue Dream </h3>
The <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/brand/jetty-extracts">Jetty Extracts UNREFINED Live Resin Vape Cartridge</a> in Blue Dream puts a whole new experience on the Blue Dream strain. With minimal processing, you can enjoy the sativa-dominant terp and cannabinoid profile — imagine dark berry flavors that pop and a euphoric but clear-headed high. 
<h3>2. Jetty Extracts Vape Cartridge — Pineapple Express </h3>
This vape cartridge from Jetty Extracts features the classic sativa-dominant hybrid strain that is <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/brand/jetty-extracts">Pineapple Express</a>. With pineapple and mango flavors that mellow a bit, you’ll be hit with a creative yet energetic high to help you get through your day. 
<h3>3. Jerry Extracts Vape Cartridge — Maui Wowie</h3>
Another sativa-dominant favorite is the <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/brand/jetty-extracts">Maui Wowie vape cartridge</a>. It’s loved for its mellow but upbeat high that leaves you clear-minded so you can still <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/blog/5-strains-for-focus-and-productivity">focus</a> on what you need to do. Enjoy the tropical taste, reminiscent of Maui. 
<h3>4. Jerry Extracts Vape Cartridge — Tangie</h3>
DNA Genetics bred the sativa-dominant <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/brand/jetty-extracts">Tangie</a> strain, a California Orange and Skunk #1 cross. International award-winning Tangie has strong citrus notes. You can expect a heady high that’s stimulating and stress-relieving.
<h2>Get High With One of Cali's OG Brands: Jetty Extracts</h2>
One thing’s for sure: If you want solventless cannabis that’s purer, more flavorful and aromatic, and gives you a more potent high, then the selection of Jetty Extracts products should be on your must-try list.

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No toker wants to hear they need a T-break. But when you’re going through your stash faster than usual because you aren’t getting the same high with the same amount of weed, a THC tolerance break is non-negotiable. 
Luckily for you, a THC break isn’t a permanent breakup. It’s temporary, so things in your body can reset and you can get back to thoroughly enjoying the effects of your favorite cannabinoids. 
Here’s how to take a break from marijuana. 
<h2>What Is a T-Break? </h2>
Taking a break from something means to stop using it for a period of time. So in that spirit, a T-break, short for a THC tolerance break, is a break or rest period from using cannabis products. 
Such a break helps your body reset to a pre-cannabis state so you can enjoy the same highs as when you first started taking a toke. 
How do you know you should go on a THC break? It’s time for a break when: 
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">You’re continuously using larger doses to get the same high as before or to feel the effects of your product. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">The effects of the THC last for shorter and shorter periods.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Your highs aren’t as high as you are used to (less intense). </li>
</ul>
<h2>What Are the Benefits of a Tolerance Break? </h2>
Various benefits of taking a tolerance break are: 
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">You save money as you don’t use your products faster than usual when chasing a good high. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">A break helps minimize the risks of using too much THC and developing cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (abdominal pain and severe bouts of nausea and vomiting) or cannabis use disorder (unable to stop using weed). </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">It increases the effectiveness of marijuana when you start using it again.</li>
</ul>
<h2>How Long Does a T-Break Take? </h2>
[caption id="attachment_4409" align="alignright" width="700"]<img class="size-full wp-image-4409" src="http://blog.greenrush.com/wp-content/uploads/smoking-weed-for-the-first-time-feature.jpg" alt="smoking weed for the first time" width="700" height="350" /> If the high isn't what you are expecting, it may be time to take a THC tolerence break.[/caption]
When you develop a tolerance for weed, your body has become used to the effects. It happens over time with regular use, and how quickly you develop a THC tolerance depends on the following:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How often you use weed</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">The potency of the THC you use</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How much you use</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Your biology and body chemistry </li>
</ul>
Since THC interacts with the cannabinoid type 1 receptors (CB1) in your brain, the receptors’ sensitivity decreases over time the more you use weed. Once you’ve developed a tolerance for THC, you need a break. 
But how long should the break last? 
One <a href="http://v">study</a> found that you need to take a break of about four weeks so the CB1 receptor functioning can return to normal. However, another <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29560896/">study</a> concluded that you can take a short 48-hour break. This is enough time for the cannabinoid receptors to reset significantly. 
Ultimately, the length of the THC break depends on you. You’ll need to do some trial-and-error to see what’s the ideal break period for you. 
Other stoners recommend a three- to four-week break if you are a daily THC user, while a 10- to 14-day break may be good if you smoke weed a few days a week. A short two-day break could work if you use cannabis casually, since you’ll have a low tolerance.
<h2>How To Reset Your THC Tolerance</h2>
Some people find it pretty straightforward to take a break from THC, with no unwanted side effects, while others may experience some withdrawal symptoms, making the first few days a bit challenging. 
To take a <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/taking-a-break-from-the-new-normal/">break</a> from THC, follow these steps: 
<h3>Before the Break: Things to Do </h3>
<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Decide for how long you want to take a cannabis break and choose a start date. Try picking a time when you aren’t too busy or have many commitments. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">About a week or two before the break, start tapering your cannabis use. Cut back on the amount and/or frequency you consume. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Tell a trusted friend or family member about your break, so you have support and someone who can be there for you. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">The day before the T-break starts, pack all your <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/4-brand-new-pot-products/">products</a> away. (Out of sight helps with out of mind.) Even better, give your weed to a friend who can also be your accountability partner. </li>
</ol>
<h3>During the T-Break: Things to Mind  </h3>
<ol>
<li>Don’t <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-to-microdose-thc/">microdose</a>. You may think that just using a small dose of THC will help you get through the break more easily, but it won’t. It’ll disrupt the break and undo all the good the reset has done till now.  </li>
<li>Follow through on good sleep hygiene: Have a routine before bedtime to help you unwind, eliminate screen time, and enjoy a cup of chamomile tea.  Insomnia may be a withdrawal symptom, so try to get some shut-eye by taking control of your sleeping habits.</li>
<li>Eat regularly, even when you don’t have an appetite. Skipping meals can worsen cannabis withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, fatigue, and irritability. (Hangry, anyone?) </li>
<li>When you have a cannabis craving, get active. Go for a run, create art, <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/best-movies-to-watch-stoned/">watch movies</a>, take your dog for a walk, do the laundry, or reorganize your closets. </li>
<li>Notice patterns like a place, feeling, or time that triggers a craving. Try to avoid these by anticipating and preparing for a craving to hit. </li>
<li>Don’t overthink the craving. You just need to get through it. </li>
<li>Replace THC with CBD. A <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29624642/">study</a> on mice found that CBD might lessen the withdrawal symptoms when you take a THC break.     </li>
<li>After the Break: Now What? </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Treat yourself. You’ve made it through the THC break and are worthy of something nice. So spoil yourself and celebrate.</li>
</ol>
<h2>Increase Your THC Tolerance With a Break &amp; Enjoy a Better High </h2>
Are you ready for a THC break? Reset your THC tolerance with a complete reset now so you can go back to enjoying potent highs. 
Remember: There’s no one-size-fits-all T-break. You need to find what works best for you. 
Good luck!

How to Take a T-Break: Resetting THC Tolerance

Everything evolves over time, and it’s high time that cannabis culture upgraded its aesthetic. Every stoner knows what a traditional bong looks like (duh!) and how the mechanics of it work, but where are all the beautiful bongs? 
Wouldn’t you rather have a bong that’s both aesthetically pleasing and functional too? 
Artists are finally applying their skills and creativity and giving you modern smokeware. Here are the prettiest bongs you can add to your collection. 
<h2>Our 9 Favorite Modern and Beautiful Bongs</h2>
<h3>2. Paul Arnhold x Edie Parker Flower Bong</h3>
[caption id="attachment_10013" align="alignright" width="246"]<img class=" wp-image-10013" src="http://blog.greenrush.com/wp-content/uploads/89930af325edac99bacf186a8eaf06d3.jpeg" alt="Green glass bong" width="246" height="246" /> We love a simple, sleek aesthetic.[/caption]
Having a piece of art to display on your coffee table while you can also enjoy a convenient high when lounging about is the best of both worlds. 
Every <a href="https://edieparkerflower.com/products/paul-arnhold-x-edie-parker-bong-in-purple-1">Paul Arnhold x Edie Parker Bong</a> is one-of-a-kind. These unique candy-colored, 100 percent glass-blown bongs are exclusively created by the artist in his Brooklyn studio. When you light the bong, it gives you a lava lamp effect. 
<h3>2. Sunset Bong by Yew Yew </h3>
Shopping for a bong that looks and hits like a dream? Then you need <a href="https://yewyewshop.com/products/sunset-bong?variant=42648672567547">Yew Yew’s Sunset Bong</a>. It’s made from thick borosilicate glass, so it’s pretty thermal shock-resistant and will last you a good while. 
The Sunset beaker bong features a rounded mouthpiece for a smooth hit and a square base, so it feels sturdy in your hand. It’s available in six colors, from ocean and teal to pink and cow print. 
<h3>3. SmokeDay’s Honey Bear Bong</h3>
[caption id="attachment_10012" align="alignright" width="367"]<img class=" wp-image-10012" src="http://blog.greenrush.com/wp-content/uploads/2442.6_e1171_v3-0516_2.jpg" alt="honey bear bong, a beautiful bong" width="367" height="367" /> A new take on the old DIY honey bear bong.[/caption]
Traditional bongs are very masculine in nature, but why should the ladies (and gents) opt for one of those when they can enjoy a more feminine, almost child-like bong? After all, a high can bring out the inner child in each of us. 
<a href="https://www.smokeday.com/bongs-water-pipes/girly-bongs/smokeday-s-honey-bear-bong.html">SmokeDay’s Honey Bear Bong</a> is a heavy, hand-carved water pipe with a high-gloss finish. The bong picks up surrounding colors, so yours will look unique wherever you place it in your home. 
You also get a downstem and a bowl when you buy the Honey Bear Bong. 
<h3>4. The Stüdenglass Gravity Pipe </h3>
If you are tired of DYI-ing a <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-to-gravity-bong/">gravity bong</a> or want to try something new, the <a href="https://caliconnected.com/collections/wondrous-water-pipes-glass-bongs/products/stundenglass-gravity-bong?variant=41667208806571">Stüdenglass Gravity Pipe</a> is the bong for you. The chamber fills with smoke with the help of gravity, so it’s quite innovative (even though it’s an age-old smoking method). 
The gravity bong is stunningly attractive and will be the focal point on your counter or coffee table. Plus, you don’t need to worry about water spillage as it's contained in the two globes perched on the metal base. 
The bong also pushes out the smoke for you, so there’s no shared mouthpiece—perfect for solo use or enjoying with your stoner buds. 
Choose from the five styles and enjoy a potent high depending on how far you flip the unit over. 
<h3>5. Twister Bong </h3>
The <a href="https://fatbuddhaglass.com/collections/bongs-and-water-pipes/products/13-twister-bong">Twister Bong</a> is a Bodhi Glass piece in four color options and features a unique large bubble base so you can fill it with lots of water. This equals big and smooth rips. 
The neckpiece is twisted (hence the name) and gets smaller closer to the mouthpiece. The bong has a built-in downstem and comes with a male herb bowl. 
The best part  is that this Twister Bong can be converted into a dab rig, so you can smoke some flowers or a weed concentrate of your choice. 
<h3>6. Cupsy</h3>
[caption id="attachment_10014" align="alignright" width="239"]<img class=" wp-image-10014" src="http://blog.greenrush.com/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2022-09-21-at-9.12.12-AM.png" alt="Cupsy water bong" width="239" height="264" /> The CUPSY bong offers simple discretion.[/caption]
Choose <a href="https://www.puffco.com/products/cupsy">Cupsy</a> if you need to be discreet but also need a high. Cupsy is a high-performance cannabis bubbler system that looks like a to-go coffee cup. It keeps your flowers tasting pure in the ceramic bowl. It even has a hidden bowl storage compartment. 
Cupsy is easy to use (and <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-to-clean-your-bong/">clean</a>!): Simply add your water, place the bowl in the right spot, and spark it. 
<h3>7. Session Goods Bong </h3>
For the ultimate modern water bong design, there’s <a href="https://sessiongoods.com/collections/all/products/bong?sscid=91k6_e8rau&amp;">Session Goods Bong</a>. The stylish bong is beautiful in an understated way. It’s available in seven colors, from charcoal and dream (turquoise) to horizon (orange) and moonlight (purple). 
Session Goods Bong is made from high-quality borosilicate glass and has an angled mouthpiece, molded indent, and silicone footer. You have an ergonomic grip on the bong while you smoke your ganja. 
If you are looking for that perfect hit, use the recommended water line indicated on the footer. 
<h3>8. Chongo </h3>
<a href="https://welcometosummer.land/products/chongo?variant=33183070126160">Chongo</a> looks like classic art, and the name sounds exotic, too. This completely ceramic bong from Summerland is as <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/buy-good-quality-bong/">durable</a> as it is pleasing to the eye. 
The best thing about Chongo is that you’ll have peace of mind on all fronts. You can choose between five colors and enjoy a good hit thanks to the roomy bowl and tight seal. The bong is also lead-free and food-safe, and the company plants a tree with every sale. 
<h3>9. Sculpted Star Bot Mini Bong </h3>
Who wouldn’t want a compact-style R2D2 look-alike bong? The <a href="https://brotherswithglass.com/collections/mini-bongs/products/blowfish-glassworks-sculpted-star-bot-sherlock-bubbler">Sculpted Star Bot Mini Bong</a> by Blowfish Glassworks is cute. 
You may even hear R2D2’s beeps when you hit that high. 
<h2>The Last High with Beautiful Bongs </h2>
A bong is a functional piece of equipment you use to smoke your cannabis flowers. But useful isn’t all it needs to be. 
No, your bong can also be a beautiful piece of art for your home, and what better way to mix weed and creativity with one of these aesthetic bongs?

Beautiful Bongs: A List of Our Favorite Smoke Accessories 

What are the drug testing laws covering your California workplace? Can your employer test you for cannabis use via a hair or urine sample or a mouth swab drug test? Does the law protect you in any way?
Legal clauses protect users of alcohol, tobacco, and prescription drugs in the workplace, but the same (or similar) protection for weed users is sorely lacking. 
That is, until now. There’s a new bill pending that’s a potential game-changer for ganja lovers in California. 
<h2>Employee Rights: Can You Love Weed and Still Go to Work? </h2>
In California, recreational and medicinal marijuana use is legal. In short, here are the current weed regulations in the Sunshine State: 
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">You can use weed for medical purposes (with a medical provider’s recommendation) when you are 18 or older. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">You must be at least 21 or older to legally use and buy weed. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">You can use cannabis on private property and at weed-friendly establishments but not in public places like parks, restaurants, or places of work. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">You can grow up to six weed plants if you are 21 or older. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">When driving, keep the cannabis product in its sealed container or package in the trunk of your vehicle. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">You can’t drive while under the influence of cannabis. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">You may possess an ounce (28.5 grams) of cannabis plant material and 0.28 ounces (8 grams) of concentrated cannabis. </li>
</ul>
<h3>When Can a Workplace Legally Test Staff for Drugs?</h3>
[caption id="attachment_9870" align="alignright" width="512"]<img class="size-full wp-image-9870" src="http://blog.greenrush.com/wp-content/uploads/PYT.jpeg" alt="Can you fail a drug test for CBD?" width="512" height="288" /> Few workers will face a drug test, but it doesn't make the fear any less real.[/caption]
As a job applicant or employee, you have rights. The California state Constitution includes a right to privacy for government employees and those working in the private sector. 
The right to privacy means you have the right to avoid being tested for drugs, but only in certain circumstances. 
An employer needs to adhere to strict laws when testing applicants and employees for drugs. Here are the current circumstances when a workplace in California can legally test their staff for drug use: 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">
<h3>Testing applicants as a condition of employment </h3>
</li>
</ul>
The employer needs to test all applicants and not discriminate against certain applicants based on protected characteristics such as disability or race. 
You need a doctor's written authorization to use weed for medicinal purposes. But if you test positive for weed, an employer may legally refuse to hire you.
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">
<h3>Testing an employee based on reasonable suspicion </h3>
</li>
</ul>
If an employer has reasonable suspicion based on facts and deductions that an employee is using drugs or alcohol, they may require the employee to undergo testing. 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">
<h3>Testing at random </h3>
</li>
</ul>
When an employer wants to administer random drug testing, they must provide a notice of intent to current and potential employees. 
There are, of course, exceptions to this. For example, where an employee holds a position that may affect public safety, it’s actually constitutional for employers to enact random drug tests without notice.
<h3>What Places of Work Typically Drug Test Their Staff (Mouth Swab Drug Test, Urine Test, and More) </h3>
<a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/3-sf-smoke-eat-spots/">Smoking pot</a> at home is a-okay, but what about showing up to work when you’re still high? Or the fact that THC can linger in your system long after that joint you smoked? What if you are a medical cannabis patient?
Employers have the right to a drug-free workplace but without discrimination. Since cannabis is considered a Schedule 1 drug under federal law, employers can request a drug test, provided it falls within the legal bounds. 
According to a study by the <a href="https://americanaddictioncenters.org/blog/analysis-employer-drug-testing">American Addiction Centers</a> on Glassdoor job postings and drug screenings, fewer and fewer employers are testing their staff for drugs. In the US, fewer than two percent of jobs require pre-employment drug tests. Thats good news!
Government, healthcare, hospital, and manufacturing positions typically request pre-employment <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/blog/cbd-drug-test">drug tests</a>. Employers in the healthcare, medical, logistics, and transport industries do regular drug screenings. 
Amazon, for example, tests for drugs. But in 2021, the eCommerce giant announced that it would no longer include weed in its comprehensive drug screening program for certain positions. 
<h2>New Protections Proposed: New Bill for Cannabis Consumers </h2>
Laws evolve, albeit slowly. And it’s high time that laws protect cannabis consumers, especially patients.
Legislative debates continue on workplace safety and cannabis intoxication. Nationally, there’s no legal limit for when a person has an unsafe level of THC in their system like there is for alcohol and other drugs. 
No drug test for ganja can accurately measure how frequently or how much pot someone uses. Even a mouth swab drug test. These tests aren't even accurate to determine whether you are currently intoxicated. 
A drug test for weed simply tells your employer you’ve used cannabis at some point in the recent past. Maybe today, maybe yesterday, maybe a month ago. Since <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-long-does-delta-8-stay-in-your-system/">weed can stay in your body</a> for months, failing a drug test is possible even if you haven’t smoked pot for weeks. 
This led to a new bill introduced in the California Assembly in February 2022. <a href="https://openstates.org/ca/bills/20212022/AB2188/">Assembly Bill 2188</a> would amend the Fair Employment and Housing Act and prevent employers from discriminating against employees for using pot recreationally. 
Employees would be safe should they <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-to-pass-a-hair-follicle-test/">fail a weed drug test</a>. However, it’s still illegal to be high at work and use cannabis on the job. Plus, there are exceptions for employees at drug-free workplaces. 
The Democratic Governor of California, Gavin Newsom, has until September 30, 2022, to decide whether this bill should be signed into law. 
If Newsom decides in favor of the bill, it will take effect on January 1, 2024, and California would join six other states (Connecticut, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island) that have laws protecting employees and their right to use recreational weed. 
<h2>Shutting out the Mouth Swab Drug Test </h2>
Smoking regular tobacco at work has never carried legal ramifications, so why should smoking or using cannabis? 
It’s time for the law to catch up and protect recreational cannabis users.

Drug Testing in California: New Bill to Protect Cannabis Consumers 

LA Kush is an “unapologetically original” cannabis dispensary, but did you know there’s also a popular strain with the same name? Yep, it’s the LA Kush strain, and it’ll meet your needs when you want a light and happy high.
The origins of LA Kush are a mystery, but the professionals believe they’ve got it figured out. This is one of the strains you must try at some point, but for now, let’s see if it lives up to the hype.
<h2>History and Genetics of LA Kush Strain</h2>
Los Angeles Kush, or LA Kush, was created in Los Angeles, California. It isn’t the same strain as OG Los Angeles Kush, even though the names are pretty similar.
LA Kush is a hybrid strain that’s 90 percent <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/sativa-vs-indica-what-is-the-difference/">indica</a> and 10 percent sativa, making it indica-dominant.
Most industry connoisseurs agree that LA Kush is most likely a variety of the prestigious OG Kush and a specific phenotype (based on the physical characteristics) of Abusive OG. However, these professionals are still debating the origins of LA Kush.
OG Kush is a hybrid strain created from indica-dominant Hindu Kush and two sativa-dominant strains: Lemon Thai and Chemdawg. It has an earthy flavor and aroma and is famous for inducing “couch lock” (aka doing nothing).
The other possible parent, Abusive OG, is a pure indica cannabis strain with earthy, sweet, and spicy flavors and aromas. You may even pick up a lemony undertone and skunky scent. Abusive OG may remind you of green tea. The parent of this strain is OG Kush.
The LA Kush cannabis plant is easy to grow. It gives off a minty scent, making it ideal for indoor systems. The plant has a glossy look with small, dense, deep green buds, frosty trichomes, and fiery amber pistils.
<h2>LA Kush Terpene Profile </h2>
[caption id="attachment_9507" align="alignright" width="536"]<img class="wp-image-9507 " src="http://blog.greenrush.com/wp-content/uploads/close-up-photo-of-kush-on-glass-container-1466335.jpg" alt="Cannabis flower in a jar on a table" width="536" height="357" /> LA Kush is a strain with a legendary profile.[/caption]
LA Kush is a mixture of classic weed and out-of-the-box flavors. The strain mostly has a menthol flavor and aroma, but there’s a mix of lavender, earthiness, and pine too. You’ll also pick up a hint of sweetness, making you think of fresh berries on a hot summer’s day. 
Stoners describe LA Kush as a seductive smoke. You’ll taste the sweet berry flavor mixed with lavender and smell a rich pine mintiness on the inhale. When you exhale, there’s a lingering undertone of pine and citrus, and the taste of earthy peppermint will stay on your lips. 
LA Kush’s terpene profile gives the weed its mostly minty pine flavors and aroma. Caryophyllene gives LA Kush its sharp menthol aroma, while myrcene adds to the spicy earthiness. Pinene lets you smell pine and forest. 
The other terpenes in this strain: 
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Carene, limonene, and phellandrene are responsible for the citrus notes </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Humulene gives LA Kush its earthy, herbal, and woodsy aroma </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Linalool adds the floral, lavender aroma </li>
</ul>
<h2>LA Kush Potency </h2>
LA Kush is quite potent, with a tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content of 17 to 21 percent; however, one high test found up to 26 percent THC in this indica-dominant hybrid strain. The cannabidiol (CBD) content is very low at less than one percent. It ranges from 0.52 to 0.83 percent, to be more exact. 
The psychoactive THC in LA Kush gives the strain great medicinal potential while being a solid recreational choice for those looking for a lazy day. Stoners can expect the same indica body buzz without a vegetative-inducing state.
<h2>LA Kush Effects </h2>
LA Kush is a feel-good ganja. One tasty drag perks you up, and you’ll feel happy and motivated. You’ll also be energized enough if you <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/blog/5-strains-for-focus-and-productivity">need to work</a> or be creative. 
If you have sore muscles or mild aches, LA Kush will relieve any tension and pain. LA Kush also alleviates feelings of depression, stress, or <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/blog/cannabis-and-anxiety-8-products-may-help">anxiety</a> as it adds a sprinkle of happiness to your thoughts. 
The good feeling comes in waves throughout the day, afternoon, or evening as you steadily progress into a more relaxed high. If you’re worried about the slumps, don’t be. You’ll stay upbeat, tingly, and relaxed until the high wears off. 
<h2>Relax and Be Happy with LA Kush </h2>
LA Kush is like a cool West Coast wave — it brings a smile to your face as you relax and ride the wave. It’s the perfect evening strain to melt your stress away while your mind stays sharp enough to hang with your buddies. 
But newbies, beware: LA Kush is a potent <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/old-school-weed-strains-for-420/">strain</a>, so it might be better to dip your toes in something a little lighter. If you are a pro, this strain is a must.

LA Kush Strain Guide

“Just add a piece of bread to your weed baggy.” If you’ve heard and followed this advice of how to keep weed fresh, you’re in for a surprise. Bread grows mold when it gets old, and the mold spores transfer to your weed, causing severe illness. 
But we get it. You want to keep your stash as fresh as a daisy for as long as possible. Old and stale hash loses its potency and flavor. And who wants a less potent high?
So you’ve gotta learn the best ways to keep your dope fresh. After all, fresh weed equals potent weed equals a great high. 
<h2>What Degrades Weed? </h2>
<h3>Time</h3>
Weed starts degrading once harvested because the plant doesn’t receive nutrients from its roots. 
Degradation is an unavoidable process, even if you store your Mary Jane perfectly. The only way to slow degradation down is by managing the environmental factors (humidity, light, air, and temperature). 
<h3>Temperature </h3>
When the temperature is too warm, your flower buds will dry out, and sensitive <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/cannabis-terpenes/">terpenes</a> will evaporate. If there’s some humidity, mold will grow on your pot. 
Your weed also degrades when the temperature is too cold, so don’t put it in your freezer. When frozen weed thaws, the water molecules evaporate and with it the precious terpenes and <a href="https://www.greenrush.com/blog/cannabinoid-profile-shop">cannabinoids</a>. 
<h3>Air Exposure </h3>
Air exposure (aka oxygen) can also degrade your weed. The psychoactive tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) breaks down into the non-psychoactive cannabinol (CBN). While <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/neuroscience/cannabinol">CBN</a> helps treat sleeplessness and <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/cannabis-for-back-pain/">pain</a>, if you want to get high, CBN isn’t going to kick it. 
<h3>Light </h3>
A <a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.2042-7158.1976.tb04014.x">1976 study</a> found that light is one of the most significant contributors to weed degradation. When exposing your buds to light for an extended period, tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA) changes to THC. Then THC eventually turns into non-high-inducing CBN. 
Oxygen also oxidizes essential terpenes, so your weed loses much of its flavor and aroma. Eventually, your weed will smell like grassy hay. 
<h3>Moisture </h3>
Moisture has a significant influence on whether your ganja stays fresh and potent. Too little moisture causes your weed to dry out, and the bud will disintegrate. Good luck trying to smoke that. 
Exposing your cannabis to too much moisture or humidity makes it hard to smoke. Mold and mildew grow quicker, and inhaling or ingesting moldy weed has serious health consequences.
<h2>How to Keep Weed Fresh</h2>
You <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-to-store-weed-properly/">want to keep your cannabis fresh</a> for as long as possible, which means storing it correctly. Proper storage extends the holy herb’s life by a year or two.
<h3>Choose the Right Container</h3>
[caption id="attachment_10003" align="alignright" width="661"]<img class="wp-image-10003 " src="http://blog.greenrush.com/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_2059701332.jpg" alt="glass containers of weed" width="661" height="439" /> Keep your premium flower in sealed glass containers in a dark cupboard.[/caption]
The right container to store your buds is essential to help you manage the environmental factors that influence the degradation process. A glass container is ideal because it doesn’t contain damaging chemicals like those found in plastic. 
An airtight glass container like a glass mason jar is the best way to store your weed. Once your buds are safely in the container, protect them from heat and light.
Another option is a blacked-out ultraviolet airtight glass jar. Now you don’t have to worry about light “killing” your weed. You just need to ensure the temperature is suitable, so don’t place the jar where it’s hot, like near the stove. 
A cannabis humidor is also your best friend. These boxes are designed to store cannabis. They are airtight to keep oxygen out and opaque to keep light out. The weed humidor also maintains optimum humidity levels at 55 to 65 percent. 
You can opt for a stash jar like a CVault. These are made to protect and keep your cannabis buds fresh. The most effective stash jars: 
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Are the right size</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Seal properly to prevent air exposure</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Have a protective exterior so UV light doesn’t penetrate the interior </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Have odor protection </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Work with humidification pods </li>
</ul>
<h3>Keep Humidity in Check </h3>
You don't need to worry about humidity if you smoke all the buds you bought within two weeks and simply store them in an airtight glass jar in a cool, dark place. 
To keep your ganja fresh for longer, add a humidity pod or pack like <a href="https://store.bovedainc.com/collections/all-products/products/cannabis-boveda-size-8">Boveda</a> to the container. These humidity packs come in two relative humidity (RH) levels: 58 percent and 62 percent. The higher the humidity, the stickier the bud. 
Pro Tip: Only fill the container halfway with your buds, and add the humidity pack. Place some more weed in the container, and leave some breathing room before securing the lid. 
<h3>Maintain Moderate Temperatures</h3>
To protect the cannabinoids and terpenes in the weed, store your stash at 70℉ or below. 
Keep away from the fridge, freezer, and areas near an oven or stove. 
<h3>Avoid Sunlight and Find a Cool, Dark Spot </h3>
Preserve your ganja’s aroma, flavor, and color by avoiding heat and sunlight. Keep the weed container in the kitchen pantry, closet, or cabinet. 
<h3>Don’t Add Organic Matter </h3>
Don’t listen if your stoner friends suggest adding organic matter like veggies and fruits to the weed jar. An orange with your buds in the container simply creates a happy haven for mold and mildew to grow. Same goes for bread
Only add your buds and the humidity pack to the stash jar.
<h2>How to Keep Weed Fresh is a Science</h2>
You can store your weed for a couple years by ensuring it’s protected from environmental factors like high humidity, light, oxygen, and moisture. 
Choose the right storage container, add a humidity pack, and keep it in a cool, dark location to enjoy a potent high even when time has passed.

How to Keep Weed Fresh and Long-Lasting

Recently, delta-8 has skyrocketed in popularity, with many users wanting to add the cannabinoid to their lifestyle. You may wonder, “How long does delta-8 stay in your system?” especially if you have an upcoming drug test. 
Green Rush doesn’t sell any delta-8 because we sell legal THC, which have been tested, grown, and manufactured in regulated facilities.
But, if you are curious about delta-8, you’re in the right place.  
<h2>What Is Delta-8? </h2>
Delta-8, also known as delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol or delta-8 THC, is a chemical analog or isomer of THC (or delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol). 
The Cannabis sativa plant has naturally low quantities of the cannabinoid. As such, manufacturers make delta-8 in concentrated amounts from hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) through an isomerization process.   
Like “traditional” THC, it is psychoactive, so if you dabble in delta-8 products, you’ll still feel high.  
<h2>What’s the Difference Between Delta-8 and THC? </h2>
Delta-8 and THC (the delta-9 variety) are like fraternal twins. Kind of the same, but different. Both compounds share the THC name (scientifically, at least), induce highs, and can become addictive. 
The first difference is the chemical structure of delta-8 and THC. To the untrained eye, the molecular structure looks identical. On closer inspection, you’ll see that delta-8’s double bond in its carbon ring is located on the eighth carbon atom. Delta-9’s double bond is on the ninth carbon atom. 
This slight chemical distinction is why delta-8 is less potent. The high you get when using delta-8 products is milder — it’s a pleasant, euphoric high where you feel relaxed and more clear-headed than with a delta-9 THC high.     
According to <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6099582/">a 2018 study</a>, the reason for the less intense high is that delta-8 has a lower affinity for one of the receptors in our endocannabinoid system.
The other significant  difference is the legality of regular THC and delta-8. Currently, marijuana or delta-9 THC is legal for recreational use in <a href="https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/articles/where-is-marijuana-legal-a-guide-to-marijuana-legalization">20 states</a>. On a federal level, THC is a Schedule 1 drug. Chemically, delta-8 is THC, but producers pull it from hemp. Yes hemp is legal, and yes THC is legal in California, but it's complicated. 
According to the <a href="https://eastbayexpress.com/freak-out-delta-8-thc-has-people-losing-it-and-its-enlightening/">East Bay Express</a>, in 2021 California "made it illegal to sell any [hemp consumer] product with a combined level of THC higher than 0.3% outside the regulated cannabis market."  Which means delta-8 products are technically legal or regulated in our state.
<h2>Does Delta-8 Show up on Drug Tests?  <img class="wp-image-9999 alignright" src="http://blog.greenrush.com/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1734787802.jpg" alt="Blue gloved hadn holding urine sample, drug test" width="515" height="344" /></h2>
Delta-8 shows up on <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/passing-a-drug-test/">drug tests</a> because its chemical structure and molecular weight are similar to that of THC. Additionally, drug tests can detect metabolites from any THC type. 
The challenge, however, is if delta-8 is legal in a state where delta-9 THC is illegal. If a person who has enjoyed delta-8-infused products takes a drug test, it’ll show up as a false positive for delta-9 THC.    
<a href="https://doi.org/10.1002/dta.3190">A 2021 study</a> conducted in Sweden supports this. The study found an “unknown interfering peak” with the exact mass and similar structure to delta-9 THC during routine urine testing. 
Researchers identified the “peak” as delta-8 THC. They concluded that the isomer and others are causing analytical and medico-legal issues because it’s so easily confused with delta-9.   
Even though delta-8 does show up on drug tests, the type of test is an important factor. Urine tests detect delta-8 for up to 48 days, while saliva and blood tests detect the cannabinoid for up to 48 hours.
<h2>How Long Does Delta-8 Stay in Your System?  </h2>
A <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2689518/">2009 study</a> found that within five days after consuming a THC-infused <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/all-the-different-types-of-weed-edibles/">edible</a>, tincture, or other product, 80 to 90 percent of the THC is excreted.  
Most experts agree that <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-long-does-weed-stay-in-your-system/">THC stays in your body</a> for five to 10 days. However, how long delta-8 remains in your system depends on various factors: 
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Body weight </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Metabolism </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Frequency of use </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Potency and <a href="http://blog.greenrush.com/how-to-microdose-thc/">dosage</a> of the cannabinoid </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Method of consumption  </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Medications and supplements</li>
</ul>
<h2>Research Your Rush</h2>
With a less potent high, it’s clear why people want to try delta-8. 
However, the choice is yours if you want to add delta-8-infused products to your marijuana use. We can only recommend that you ensure the quality is top notch.

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