Best Strains for Hanging Out During the Holidaze

Somehow, we have made it to the end of year, which has been a year full of ups and downs to say the least. During this holiday season, no matter what you believe, we get a chance to get together with the ones we love and treat ourselves to some good times. What sounds like a better time than lighting up with some holiday themed weed?

The great thing about the marijuana industry today is how advanced it has become. No longer are we confined to a few different varieties of cannabis to choose from. Instead, our options are pretty much endless, with over 700 known cannabis strains available on the market. Furthermore, cultivators and growers all over the nation are working hard to create more unique and specialized cannabis strains that are perfect for various things.

If you are getting ready to buy some weed for the holiday season, we suggest reading the rest of this article and looking for some new ones to try! Too many people that use marijuana often get stuck with the same strain over and over again. While there is nothing wrong with smoking your favorites, it is true that there are a lot of strains out there, and you shouldn’t let tradition stop you from discovering strains that you love even more and could become your new favorites after just a few hits. Either way, we also have some new cannabis strains for this year to try before the year officially ends. Growers in the United States are working tirelessly to find new and innovative strains and ways to grow cannabis, and honestly, that is something that we can be celebrating this holiday season.

The thing to keep in mind about growing cannabis is that most strains require special circumstances to be able to grow. They sometimes need equal ratios of sunlight and darkness (like 12 hours on and 12 hours off), meaning that it can be hard to control that in the winter when there are less hours of daylight. Cannabis plants can also be sensitive to heat, moisture, and various other things that mean growers really have their work cut out for them. So if you are looking for some new cannabis strains to try out this season, then look no further! Here are some of our favorites to kick you off into the new year.

The first marijuana strain that we want to talk about is called Peanut Butter Breath (also known as Peanut Breath). This strain is very prominent in THC so it’s great for chilling out and getting a nice head high. This strain is about half and half of sativa and indica respectively, making it a great hybrid to relax to. Believe it or not, this strain originally hails from the great state of Michigan, which is actually my home state and where I am writing to you from over the holidays.

Peanut Butter Breath ranges from 15% to 28% in THC potency, and some states even have it listed at up to 35%! So it’s safe to say that this strain can really launch you into space if you are somewhat new to using cannabis. Like the name suggests, this strain is known for it’s delicious earthy and nutty flavor and aroma. You’ll want to make sure you have some snacks at the ready when using this strain, because the munchies will definitely be a problem!

Another great strain for the holidays is called Apple Fritter. Honestly, what could be better than a nice apple fritter on the holidays? This strain is a cross between Animal Cookies and Sour Apple.

Best Cannabis Strains for ADHD

ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a neurological condition that can have a huge impact on an individual’s mental health. It is true that levels of ADHD are increasing in children and adults throughout the United States. It is reported that 11% of all children ages 4-17 have been diagnosed with ADHD, and this can really make it hard for those kids to pay attention in schools and get the education they need. Not to mention, it is important to those children who have ADHD not to fall behind the rest of their peers in education and development, but this can often be a hard task for those struggling with a mental health disorder. 5% of adults in the United States also have ADHD, which can make it extremely difficult to stay focused at work or school as well.

One of the other problems with ADHD is that it usually comes paired with other forms of mental health disorders like depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorders that can just add to the mental health mess in patients. While ADHD is not a behaviour problem, it still can make things tough for individuals who are dealing with impaired brain self-management and functional operation. Thankfully, overtime, we have come to know more about ADHD and are able to better diagnose and treat it, as opposed to labeling children with ADHD as delinquents and problem children.

However, not everyone really outgrows ADHD into their adulthood, as I mentioned earlier that this is something adults also struggle with. In some cases, individuals do not actually get diagnosed with ADHD until later in their life. There is also research that points to ADHD being a genetic trait that can run in families. It is also made worse by things like smoking, drinking, and various other factors during the human development process. 

The other thing about ADHD is that treatment can vary from person to person. Sort of like depression or anxiety disorders, not all treatment options will work the same for every person, and each case needs to be treated uniquely. With 36 states in the United States now legalizing medical marijuana, it makes sense that people have begun to show interest in using cannabis as a potential treatment option for ADHD. While there is not a whole lot of evidence to back it up (since scientific and medical research into marijuana was hard to come by until the last decade or so), people will often testify that medical marijuana can be an effective way to treat their ADHD. Even more impressive, medical marijuana does not make them experience the same unwanted side effects that are commonly found in other prescription medications and treatment options for individuals with ADHD.

So what about medical marijuana could actually be helpful to patients? Is there anything scientific about it? Well, like I mentioned earlier, the research has not been adequately done yet, but there is definitely merit to using cannabis to help with ADHD. First of all, it is important to keep in mind that people who have ADHD tend to deal with problems processing the brain’s neurotransmitter dopamine. One of the great effects of cannabis is that the cannabinoids it contains are believed to help with correcting and balancing dopamine levels in the brain if it is used correctly.

Also, it can be helpful at slowing down the mental process of people who have ADHD, making it easier for them to pay attention. Sour Diesel, one of the most popular cannabis strains, contains 26% THC and 2% CBD. It is known for giving an uplifting high and has significantly helped people that deal with ADHD.