Pubdate: Thu, 28 Jul 2016
Source: Tucson Weekly (AZ)
Copyright: 2016 Tucson Weekly
Contact:  http://www.tucsonweekly.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/462
Authors: Sarah Parfitt, Dan Kingston

KEEPING IT BRIEF

 From Marijuana Strains to Blows on Big Pharma

Best Trains for productivity

We often hear about marijuan being great for increasing appetite, sex 
drive, and helping us sleep better. These things are amazing, but 
sometimes what is really need is a kick to make us more active and 
get more done. Here are a few marijuana strains that help people 
become more active and get more done during the day.

Jack Herer

This sativa is unique, as it combines a strong body high with a 
cerebral high. This means you can feel great and comfortable sitting 
at your desk, or going for that morning jog you've been meaning to 
take, while also producing a ton of great ideas. Your mind will be 
moving a mile a minute as you work, all while you maintain a relaxed 
demeanor. It also does wonders for boosting creativity.

Sour Diesel

This sativa-dominant hybrid can be a little intense for some, due to 
how strong it is, but if you can handle it, then you'll be rewarded 
with a delicious taste and a clear buzz that allows you to focus in 
detail on the task at hand. This is perfect for if you have more 
practical work to get done before you can focus on the creative.

Super Silver Haze

This cross between Skunk, Northern Lights, and Haze will give you a 
strong, earthy body buzz from the haze, but the Skunk and Lights will 
keep you energized for a full day of work. Try this one out if you 
have to power through a long work day and need an extra boost of energy.

Strawberry Diesel

This sativa tastes great, and will also provide you with a 
clear-headed focus and plenty of energy for your work day. Toke on 
this one before getting started for a calming and sustained high.

Durban Dream

Durban Poison and Blue Dream make a heck of a blend, and this hybrid 
will ensure a rush of creativity. Try this one out if you really need 
to get some painting, writing, music making, or general art done.

Contact your local dispensary to see if they currently carry any of 
these marijuana strains or similar strains.

- -Sarah Parfitt, AZMarijuana.com

Another study finds MJ safer than alcohol

Researchers have been working on determining the differences in how 
the body responds to alcohol and marijuana. They found that alcohol 
is much more toxic to the human body and to society than marijuana.

Alcohol use is a leading cause of aggression and violent crimes in 
America, accounting for nearly 40-percent of the violent crimes 
committed nationwide, reports the Washington Post. Researchers found 
that marijuana use is more likely to relax individuals.

The medical journal Psychopharmacology recently published a random 
controlled trial. Recruited were 21 regular marijuana users and 20 
regular alcohol users consuming at least 2  3 drinks per day 
depending on gender. The research also included 20 participants that 
did not consume either substance.

Once the marijuana users were medicated and alcohol users were 
intoxicated, tests were conducted. Some of the tests conducted 
included matching positive and negative photos depicting behavioral 
reactions (aggressive and/or violent behaviors). Another phase of 
testing required participants to play computer games where the 
adversary of the game was computer controlled.

Those using marijuana or alcohol were given the tests twice, to 
determine the difference between sober reactions and inebriated or 
stoned reactions. In the group where participants consumed alcohol, 
more aggression was noted during the inebriated phases than sober 
phases. Marijuana users were less aggressive when medicated.

Given that these results are self-assessments based upon personal 
opinions and feelings, the study provides information suggesting that 
alcohol increases feelings of anger or aggression while marijuana 
results in calmer approaches to situations.

The researchers concluded that, "The results in the present study 
support the hypothesis that acute alcohol intoxication increases 
feelings of aggression and that acute cannabis intoxication reduces 
feelings of aggression."

The conclusion of this study agrees with a study conducted in 2014 
showing that domestic violence rates were lower in relationships 
where marijuana use is a factor.

- -Dan Kingston, AZMarijuana.com

Medical marijuana hurting big pharma

A new study found that prescriptions for painkillers have declined in 
states where medical marijuana is legal. The number of 
painkiller-related overdoses in these states has also declined.
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MAP posted-by: Jay Bergstrom