Resources & References

Extra mayo, please. The Mayo Clinic’s “Medical Marijuana” book, that is. Available in paperback, this publication lays a good foundation of knowledge on cannabis—history, botany, endocannabinoid system, and the like— as well as an in-depth looks on using the plant for common disorders such as insomnia, PTSD, arthritis, anxiety, pain management, Restless Leg Syndrome, and more. “Medical Marijuana” is written for the layperson and is well-illustrated with drawings, info-graphs, and tables to better instruct cannabis’ science and benefits. Available where magazines are sold and online. www.mcpress.mayoclinic.org.

Most cannabis courses seem to cover basics of the plant’s botany, the most common ailments that best respond to cannabis, and a brief history. Enter Leafly’s Cannabis 101 series. Covering a smorgasbord of topics such as “How to stop the munchies when you’re high” to “How to consumer edibles” and everything in between, the series is a potluck of cannabis know-how and knowledge presented in an engaging manner. You will always find something to read and something to learn. www.leafly.com/news/cannabis-101.

Ready to catch up on some reality TV? Be sure to add “Growing Belushi” to your binge watching list. The plot line is simple: Actor Jim Belushi builds a cannabis business from scratch in southern Oregon while proselytizing the plant’s benefits. Join Jim as he transitions from actor to farmer. www.discovery.com/shows/growing-belushi.xxx CS