I don't think that the intent of the thread when Jess started it was to exclusively talk about the different strains. To be perfectly honest, I have no clue most times as to the details of what I buy - I could care less - its either gonna take a little bit (the more expensive) to get the job done - or more. Either way, I'm good. Additionally, some of the most expensive, proclaimed to be all that and the bag of chips was no better (or worse) than the cheap stuff - at least to me and the way my body responds. I'm sure its different for everyone.
Additionally, I would think it would be the place to talk about the legalization efforts in states that don't currently have a medical law on the books.
I sure hope this is discussed.
I do think that most of the comments have been positive in perhaps
dismissing some of the myths surrounding people who imbibe. I think that a lot of folks don't understand how beneficial, with relative few side effects, MJ can be as opposed to traditional pharmaceuticals and the absolute cluster fuck
"pain management specialists" can get you physically dependent upon.
Yes, there is a wealth of data now available to put down the myths! And these studies are long-term.
I know this cluster fuck well. Sometimes I really don't think that people that have just never had to deal with chronic pain get it at all. There is far more on top of the pain, there is disability, loss of work, depression, what it can do to your sex life, how it can effect temperment, etc. And there is no end! It is a part of one's life forever. I employ many relaxation and self-hypnotic techniques along with things like swimming (non-weight bearing exercise) - all of which do help. I do use pain meds when needed (and hate the side effects and how they keep me from doing things like driving because it just isn't safe). Yet, some forms of chronic pain continue to worsen and the fact is as we age, our bodies change and this pain becomes more and more of a problem.
I have heard from friends that MJ does help their pain with less side effects. I am going to try it for mine and see. I really haven't used MJ for many years and actually never have liked getting stoned. Don't drink much, either. But, it seems to me that the pain meds are really no different in terms of any altered states. So, if MJ works better, I'm going to sign up!
It might be most helpful to you to visit other local growers since you are now in a medical state. I would think they would have a better grasp on the local demographic and there should be grower groups/co-ops. It may be that the demand is for certain strains and if it were me starting a business in a new state, I would look to established folks for the proper guidance.
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strains are not my primary interest. tho in MM states, different strains are used for different types of aliments. sativas tend to help with depression etc, indicas with pain, sleep issues etc.
my main interest is how people using it for medical relief. and yes, discussing legal issues and how to work for more legal states would be great.
yes, I have talked with many local growers and have been provided with a lot of info.
for those who are growing, are you growing in soil or hydro?
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