diff --git a/content/tips/meds-mmj-blocked-carts.md b/content/tips/meds-mmj-blocked-carts.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..9d2735e --- /dev/null +++ b/content/tips/meds-mmj-blocked-carts.md @@ -0,0 +1,49 @@ +--- +title: Clearing Blocked Marijuana Carts +author: + - KemoNine +publishDate: 2023-03-25 +lastMod: 2023-03-25 +toc: true +draft: false +categories: + - tips + - medications +tags: + - marijuana + - mmj + - weed +--- + +## Changelog +{{< changelog >}} +{{< change 2023-03-25 "Initial creation" >}} +{{< /changelog >}} + +{{< end_section >}} + +## Prerequisites +{{< back_to_top >}} + +This tip is a life-hack that assumes + +- You have a standard marijuana `510 cart` that is blocked and has no draw to it +- You have a metal tooth pick or similar tool on-hand + +{{< end_section >}} + +## Clearing the blockage +{{< back_to_top >}} + +To clear the blockage + +1. Disconnect the cart +1. Push a metal tooth pick into the cart blockage. You should feel a push back. + - Note: Do *not* push all the way through the blockage +1. Wiggle the tooth pick around lightly +1. Pull the toothpick out in a quick motion +1. Repeat above until you can draw on the disconnected cart freely +1. Re-attach cart and enjoy +1. Use a towel and isopropyl alcohol at a greater than or equal to 80% concentration to clean the tooth pick + +{{< back_to_top >}} \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/tips/meds-mmj-terpenes.md b/content/tips/meds-mmj-terpenes.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..86e2cfb --- /dev/null +++ b/content/tips/meds-mmj-terpenes.md @@ -0,0 +1,45 @@ +--- +title: Marijuana Terpenes +author: + - KemoNine +publishDate: 2023-03-25 +lastMod: 2023-03-25 +toc: true +draft: false +categories: + - tips + - medications +tags: + - marijuana + - mmj + - weed + - terpene +--- + +## Changelog +{{< changelog >}} +{{< change 2023-03-25 "Initial creation" >}} +{{< /changelog >}} + +{{< end_section >}} + +## Background +{{< back_to_top >}} + +There is a growing body of evidence showing that the terpenes contained in marijuana products can have significant effects on the body. + +This page outlines some of the more well known marijuana terpenes as a starting point for readers. + +{{< end_section >}} + +## The Terpenes +{{< back_to_top >}} + +- **Caryophyllene:** Helps with inflammation and pain. [Leafly link](https://www.leafly.com/news/science-tech/caryophyllene-terpene) +- **Linalool:** Helps with calm and relaxation. [Leafly link](https://www.leafly.com/news/science-tech/linalool-cannabis-terpene-benefits) +- **Humulene:** Anti-inflammatory. [Leafly Link](https://www.leafly.com/news/science-tech/humulene-terpene) +- **Myrcene:** Calming. [Leafly link](https://www.leafly.com/news/science-tech/myrcene-terpene) +- **Limonene:** Improved mood, stress relief. [Leafly link](https://www.leafly.com/news/cannabis-101/what-is-limonene-and-what-are-the-benefits-of-this-cannabis-terpe) +- **Pinene:** Helps with pain, inflammation, anxiety. [Leafly link](https://www.leafly.com/news/cannabis-101/what-is-pinene-and-what-are-the-benefits-of-this-cannabis-terpene) + +{{< back_to_top >}} \ No newline at end of file