Article Archive for June 2012
Enabling Your Parents to Use Cannabis
Cannabis is tailor-made for the ailments of advancing years. Chronic pain, insomnia, arthritis, glaucoma, depression, appetite loss and so many other debilitating ailments of the elderly are effectively and safely treated by cannabis. Do you have parents who exhibit one …
AB 2312, Recent Supreme Court Activity and Federal Prosecutions
It’s been a busy month for the medical marijuana legal landscape. In April, AB 2312 obtained enough votes to pass through the California Assembly Committee on Public Safety. If the legislation becomes law, it would create the first statewide regulatory …
Marinol
In a sense, Marinol is the original medical marijuana . . . sort of. Marinol is the trademarked name (dronabinol is the “generic” name) for a synthetic version of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabiol, one of the (psychoactive) chemical compounds in cannabis. Approved in …
Crayola, Make Your Mark!
Recycled water bottles have become pens, tires as shoes and wallets. So what’s next in the horizon of recyclable products? Try Crayola markers. An ingenious idea, to be sure, thought up not by any environmental group of importance, but by …
Changing the Game
Whether you’re a fan or think he’s got an overblown ego, there are plenty of reasons to admire Kid Cudi.
First, this guy is supremely confident in his abilities. He once told Billboard magazine that as “far as creativity, pound for …
Dunestruck
The northeast coast of Brazil transforms into a desert of 1,000 oases
There are places on Earth you must see to believe, and Lençóis Maranhenses is near the top of the list. Located on the northeast coast of Brazil, this natural …
Chocolate Fondue Sauce
Makes two cups
2 cups semisweet chocolate pieces
1 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup marshmallows
1/2 cup Canna Butter**
Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and cook over low heat until it is a smooth consistency. Keep warm in a fondue pot and use for …
Dipping Platter of Goodies
Cut into bite-size pieces:
Pineapple
Banana
Orange sections
Small squares of angel food cake
Strawberries
Whole walnuts
Apricots
Peaches
Mangos
Pears
Raspberries
Honeydew
Cantaloupe
Cherries
Kiwi fruit
Marshmallow Sauce:
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1/4 cup milk
1/2 pound marshmallows
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons Canna Butter**
Stir the sugar, corn syrup and milk over low heat until the sugar …
Grilled Summer Vegetables
1 small egg plant, halved lengthwise
1 zucchini, halved lengthwise
1 yellow squash, halved lengthwise
1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and quartered lengthwise
Salt
Black pepper
1 clove of garlic
3 tablespoons Cannabis-Infused Olive Oil*
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano, …
Stuffed Artichokes
Makes two servings.
2 artichokes
3 tablespoons Cannabis-Infused Olive Oil*
Stuffing:
1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 beaten eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
2 tablespoons capers
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup Canna …
Gazpacho
Makes six servings.
2 pounds tomatoes
2 red bell peppers
2 cucumbers, peeled and chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1/2 cup Cannabis-Infused Olive Oil*
4 slices country-style white bread, crusts discarded
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon
2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Preheat oven to …
Medical Marijuana 101
Medical Marijuana 101
By Mickey Martin with Ed Rosenthal and Gregory T. Carter, M.D.
Quick American Publishing
Wouldn’t it be great if—for folks considering becoming patients—there was some kind of guide or instruction manual to give you the straightforward basics about cannabis; how …
Willie Nelson
Willie Nelson
Heroes
Legacy
Not everything a legend does is legendary, but even when he’s off a little bit, Willie Nelson shows why he actually deserves the overused title. With a recording career stretching back to the second Ice Age, 80-year-old Willie has …
The Story of Rock ’N‘ Roll Comics
The Story of Rock ’N‘ Roll Comics
Wild Eye
Dir. Ilko Davidov
Todd Loren was an outgoing young comic book publisher who never fell short of fighting for his rights to produce unauthorized comics based on rock ’n‘ roll groups. The company motto? …
Women, Wine and Weed Fundraiser
You really only need to like one of these three things to attend this very awesome upscale event, although digging all three will ensure you have an exceptionally splendid time with the NORML Women’s Alliance Orange County. It’s all in …
PowerHouse 2012
Yes, Power 106 FM’s annual hip-hop fest makes all the press because of its headliner Snoop Dogg, but lest we forget who got a shout-out by President Obama at the recent White House Correspondents Dinner? That’s right, Young Jeezy. Telling …
Vans Warped Tour
Those kings of the totally gnarly slip-on sneakers with the rubber soul present their 16th touring music and extreme sports festival featuring the best in punk, ska, hip-hop and all their derivatives. Featured this year on over 10 stages are …
Adam Carolla Podcast live
Lewd. Crude. Rude. The Ultimate Dude. Yup, Adam Carolla is back in town. The former host of The Man Show is stopping by to record his acclaimed podcast, but sadly none of the girls will be there with him. That’s …
Foster the People in concert
Warn your children: the indie bands are taking over. With the rise of Gotye and fun. the pop charts are being dominated by quirky bands that actually give a crap about their sound. But both of these guys were heralded …
Kush Expo
Wake up, Orange County, it’s Kush time again. Whether you’re a patient or an activist, attending this year’s Kush Expo in Anaheim is pretty much a no-brainer in terms of educating yourself about cannabis’ medicinal properties and the industry that’s …
Liner Notes
When you’re young, three years is a long time. It’s the difference between being able to vote and being able to vote drunk. But when you’re a supposed septuagenarian, three years is a much smaller fraction of the timeline. This …
Rory Murray
PATIENT:
Rory Murray
CONDITION/ILLNESS:
HIV, depression, nausea and arthritis
USING MEDICAL CANNABIS SINCE:
2009
WHY DID YOU START USING MEDICAL MARIJUANA?
My HIV meds cause extreme nausea and make it difficult to eat.
Cannabis increases my appetite. And [it] eases my pain and depression.
DID YOU TRY OTHER METHODS …
By the Numbers (Southern California)
1. Number of cannabis dispensaries that would be allowed in Los Angeles under bill proposed by LA City Councilman Paul Koretz: 100 (Source: Los Angeles Times).
2. Number of cannabis dispensaries that would be allowed in Los Angeles under bill proposed …
News Nuggets (Southern California)
Commission to oversee MMJ industry clears a legislative hurdle
The state Assembly recently approved the creation of California’s first commission designed to oversee the medical marijuana industry. Assembly Bill 2312— spearheaded by Assemblyman Tom Ammiano (D-San Francisco)—must still secure approvals from …
Stoneover Edibles Cupcakes
There are reasons why cupcakes were the last big foodie trend: They’re decadently moist and sweet and fit in the palm of your hand—no guilt(!) But while your dietician might not approve of these cream cheese frosting-covered delights, your MMJ …
SoKind Cookie
I love it when an edible has visual appeal. Case in point: the SoKind Cookie that you can find at The Bud Stop in North Hollywood (they also have a San Fernando Valley location, too). Covered with a thick coating …
Superman OG
From Greenhouse Care Group in Riverside, Superman OG should be considered the poster child of the fine art of cannabis cultivation—a true gift from the gods of cannabis. Its breathtaking physical beauty—fat, pear-shaped buds alive with just about every color …
Crystal Coma
Patients and dispensary workers in the Inland Empire city of Fontana have had a rough time of late dealing with the Blue Meanies. That’s unfortunate for a lot of reasons, given the fine-quality medicine typically found in the city. An …
Cracked Out Jack
Why this exuberant sativa from Tree Top Collective in Garden Grove doesn’t have “lemon” in its name is a mystery—it’s the most citrusy strain we’ve sampled since Lemon Drop. Lemon is what you smell when you pop the jar, lemon …
