For the less experienced smokers out there, you’ve probably wondered about how the hybrid strains, Indica, and Sativa differ from one another. Interestingly enough, each plant’s characteristics and the effects they produce are uniquely different. The point of this content is not so much a guide to helping you understand the different strains of cannabis and how they affect you, but which one is right for you. Understanding the Characteristics Indica and Sativa are very different where their appearance and effects are concerned while hybrid strains, as the name implies are a mixture of the two. Here are some basic differences between the 3 strains:Sativa has more fingers but is tall and skinnyIndica has fewer fingers but the leaves are fatterHybrid strains will mimic the form and shape of the dominant parental strainNow that you have a basic understanding of the physical differences of each strain, you need to learn more about their effects and how those differ. And each strain gives you a unique smoking experience with varying hits and tastes. Sativa Effects You can summarize the THC effects of Sativa with two adjectives – energetic and uplifting. The characteristics of creativity and productivity also apply where this strain is concerned. A boost in Serotonin would also be considered an appropriate description of Sativa’s effects. Sativa is the ideal choice for daytime smoking because it produces the optimal brain high with anti-anxiety qualities. Indica Effects Unlike the effects that Sativa produces, Indica’s THC effects are a direct opposite of Sativa’s in that they are best described using only one word – sedative. Indica is the go-to or preferred nighttime smoke for this reason, especially if you want to relax and unwind. For those of you suffering from chronic or severe pain, nausea, or anxiety, Indica works wonders because of its calming and tranquilizing effects. Hybrid Strain Effects The effects of hybrid strains depend on two factors – quality and type. You just have to figure out whether the dominant parent strain was Indica or Sativa. After determining that, you’ll need to know the quality of the parental strains. Keep in mind that this plays a significant role in determining the THC effects that you feel when smoking a hybrid strain. If it’s an Indica dominant parent, you feel its relaxing effects but will also feel uplifted by the Sativa’s effects. If it’s Sativa dominant, the opposite will be true.To learn more about Hybrid, Indica, and Sativa cannabis strains, e-mail us a message at support@tankglass.us or call Tank Glass at (323) 364-7952 today. Additionally, we have a range of bongs, pipes and beakers to enhance your smoking pleasure. Call us now!

Every year, wildfires devastate millions of acres of forests and land, hurt certain wildlife, and negatively impact the cannabis industry. The worst of 2020 was felt by cultivators in the states of California and Oregon. Furthermore, with ash and smoke blocking out the sun, outdoor cultivators were left with few options for remediating these issues. Although these conditions primarily affect west coast cultivators, wildfires can suddenly start up wherever there is a fuel source. Smoke reduces the cannabis quality Steep Hill Labs director of cultivation science Linda Abernathy stated it best when she said that heavy particulate or smoke exposure degrades the quality of the product so extensively that most individuals won’t purchase it. There’s no doubt that products exposed to these conditions will fail regulatory testing because of ash, cinders, and dirt. However, she also claimed that there are a handful of remediation methods that make for successful market-ready products. Lower the contamination One such solution involves preventing and treating contaminants such as cleaning out the growing area and your hydroponic systems when you experience a lower level of contamination. Heavy contamination, on the other hand, requires pressure washing and replacing ceiling tiles, drywall, and anything else that has absorbed larger amounts of these contaminants. Additionally, the level of contaminants that warrant taking extra measures will impact the operating efficiency of the growth facility.So how do contaminants such as ash and soot affect the cultivation of your plants? In 2020, there were nearly 59,000 wildfires that destroyed over 10 million acres of US land, almost double the amount from 2019 and higher than the US 10-year average. The latest outlook of the government’s drought monitor revealed that the primary areas of cannabis growth (the West and Southwest) will undergo prolonged drought conditions throughout 2021.Ultimately, these severe drought conditions will lead to a wide range of problems such as highly unstable crop growth, a dramatic loss of pasture lands, and serious water emergencies. The drastic deterioration of cultivation harvests will result in other problems for residents of these areas such as poor air quality. If hazardous readings exceed 250 micrograms per cubic meter for prolonged periods, the EPA will step in and recommend closing events, schools, and workplaces.The reality is that smoke is a volatile substance where cannabis plants are concerned and can cause a significant amount of stress to the growth process, especially to those individuals who utilize greenhouse or outdoor operations. If you are looking for a good smoking experience, there are a range of beakers and bongs that you can buy. To learn more, contact Tank Glass at (323) 364-7952 for additional sources of information or send us a message at support@tankglass.us.

There are several elements that make a dependable, high-quality grinder to be aware of when shopping for one. What is the configuration and size of the teeth? Is it an electric or manual grinder? Does it have additional features such as a clear window or a handle (or both)? How many chambers does it have? These are important aspects that you should be aware of. So, let’s take a look at 2-piece, 3-piece, and 4-piece grinders to help you decide which type is right for you. Say Goodbye to the 2-piece Grinder Many of us still have some of these useless grinders lying around the house. You know the ones we’re talking about – those click-together, pyramid-toothed, saucer-looking ones that we were given in our welcome-to-the-smoking-club packages. Yes, you can use them in a pinch, but they’re more aggravating than what they’re worth unless you need something disposable for camping or a festival. They do only one job and they do it poorly. And that is the reason better designed grinders are in the market now. 3-piece Grinders are Better, but still not the Best The 3-piece grinder features holes that enable the ground material to pass through them. Thus, they do solve the messiness issue. These provide a better way to store your herb and enable you to travel with them. At best, they offer somewhat of a compromise between portability and usability. Plus, they have an easier time breaking down more dense, tougher material. But although it might seem like enough, you can’t maximize your smoking experience the way you can with this next grinder. If you want the best Value for Your Investment, buy a 4-piece Grinder The 4-piece grinder gives you the best bang for your buck, hands down. They feature a bottom layer that is separate from the primary chamber by a mesh screen that ranges from approximately 40 to 100 wire threads per inch. This screen has been designed with a bottom chamber that captures the smaller and more concentrated particulates while at the same time keeping those larger pieces of material out of the way. Those smaller particulates typically get lost in 2-piece and 3-piece grinders.One thing is certain. With certain added features such as clear chambers, embossed designs, see-through windows, or turning levers, grinders are anything but boring. And don’t forget to get one with a magnetic lid so you don’t have any messy accidents. If you are looking to get one now, look online and check the wide range available. To learn more about the different types of grinders, contact Tank Glass at (323)-364-7952 today or send us a message at support@tankglass.us.

If you’re trying to decide on the best smoking design, you’re going to encounter a lot of dissension among those who prefer using a bong. Should it be large or simple and small? Should it be made from some type of scientific glass or made from silicone? Should it have internal percolators or an external ash catcher? Thus, if you want to jump on that bandwagon, is there a topic more basic than bong shape?When it comes down to your basic, relatively easy-to-use water pipe, there are two models that always seem to be at the center of this particular debate – beaker bongs and straight tube bongs. Now, let’s explore how they differ and the benefits of each:Beaker bongs – as the name implies, beaker bongs are shaped like lab beakers with the characteristic flared base that tapers down to a straight tube or “neck.” They were designed with a lower center of gravity to prevent the bong from falling over like many big bongs tend to do. So the first primary benefit of beaker bongs is that they are less prone to tipping over.Another key benefit is their ability to prevent water from splashing up in your face due to how the base narrows into the neck. Finally, because beaker bongs have larger bases, they have the ability to capture a lot of dense smoke. So, you don’t need to buy the biggest bong on the shelf to get a powerful hit.Straight tube bongs – again, as the name implies, this bong is exactly what its name implies, a bong that is shaped like a straight cylinder. If you’re looking for a bong that uses every level as a filter, then a straight tube bong is the way to go. A wide range of percolators can be placed in the tube including everything from honeycomb discs and showerheads to removable downstems and UFO percolators.Interestingly enough, some bong manufacturers have solved the ice melt issue by using condenser coils in place of the neck. They’re filled with glycerin and can be frozen so the smoke travels the cold coil, thereby solving the issue of ice melt. Unfortunately, straight tube ice catchers often cause overflowing of the water chamber and may result in splashbacks or spills.So, what’s the verdict? The jury’s still out on that one. We know that preferences differ base don your smoking requirements and that is why we have a wide range of both beaker bongs and pipes available at our website. However, if you want to learn more about both types of bogs, call Tank Glass today at (323)-364-7952. We’d be glad to assist you.

A recent study conducted by Washington State University scientists found that the symptoms of certain psychological disorders could be reduced by smoking medicinally-prescribed cannabis. The highlights of the study showed that: Cannabis significantly reduced anxiety, depression, and stress Women felt a larger reduction in anxiety than men did after smoking cannabis High CBD / Low THC cannabis was effective for reducing symptoms of depression High CBD / High THC cannabis was effective for reducing symptoms of stress After pain relief, the second primary reason for smoking cannabis was to relieve the symptoms of anxiety. Generalized anxiety is characterized by extreme apprehension and uneasiness paired with certain physical symptoms such as increased sweating, rapid breathing, and rapid heartbeat. In addition to general anxiety, cannabis has also been found to be effective for treating OCD, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder.While lower doses of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) seem to be helpful in reducing the symptoms of anxiety, evidence has shown that the opposite is true when higher doses have been consumed. Consequently, understanding the variables involved in increasing or reducing the symptoms of anxiety is paramount during the treatment of the disorder. These can vary from the chemistry and dosage, the setting where the herb is consumed, and the user’s state of mind at the time of ingestion.However, when using CBD with or without THC, it often curbs or settles any jitters or nervousness about the use of THC while at the same time reducing the risk of anxiety overall. The system that CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) directly interact with, or the ECS (endocannabinoid system), is thought to be helpful in the regulation of anxiety. The endocannabinoid system is found throughout the amygdala and hippocampus (areas of the brain that are directly tied to anxiety disorders) as well as the central nervous system.Furthermore, the terpenes (aromatic compounds found in cannabis) have been shown to boost dopamine (a neurotransmitter) and serotonin (a hormone) levels, which act as anti-depressants and calming agents. When using cannabis to relieve the symptoms of anxiety it’s best to ingest 4 to 10 mg of CBD or 1 to 3 mg of THC. While higher amounts of THC have the tendency to cause more intense psych activity, CBD can be tolerated in higher doses. Consequently, when it comes to the different areas or levels of anxiety, different treatment approaches and suggestions may be recommended.Want to learn more about the use of cannabis for certain mental disorders, contact Tank Glass for their recommendations. Browse our website for a large array of different designs and styles of beakers and bongs for a smooth smoking experience.

Even though bongs are a very common instrument used to smoke medicinal herbs, the usage of these was not as common many years ago as it is nowadays. However, smoking was, indeed, an important recreational, religious, and shamanic activity of the culture of some of the most powerful civilizations in history. Ancient civilizations and empires like Babylonians and Israelites burned incense as shamanistic and religious adoration, and this was probably what lead the people to different usage of this incense. Incense created using several plants would create powerful hallucinogenic drugs which effect was even stronger if the incense was burned and inhaled closer to their mouth. Therefore, smoking tobacco and cannabis plants became a regular practice all over the world, with different purposes of course. While in some places smoking was a recreational activity, in some other places, scholars discovered the many medicinal benefits they could extract from smoking some special herbs, for example, cannabis. As time passed, people invented instruments that could facilitate smoking medicinal herbs, what we call bongs. The evolution of bongs and their usage Bongs were first made of tough materials such as gold or some other hard metals because the benefits of using glass as the main material were not known by then. Since the beginning, bongs’ structure was pretty similar, with a bowl and a slide, but the quality of the smoke and the level of oxygen that the first bubblers used to allow were nothing like today’s ones. With the usage of advanced glassblowing technics and physics, modern artists who work creating excellent bongs have achieved an optimal appearance and perfect functioning. Nowadays’s bongs have a modern look and top glass materials that will work perfectly and also be better for your health. In case that you are looking for an excellent bong that will work correctly and is only crafted with the finest materials, there are certain things that you should keep in mind. How to identify a good bong What can be classified as a good bong? A good bong should adjust to your needs and fit in your everyday tasks. You need to check characteristics such as its size because it does affect seriously the volume of smoke and fresh air that flows in and out of the water pipe. Small bongs, less smoke; big bongs, more smoke inhalation. The material of a bong is also a very important factor to take into count before buying an excellent bong. Resistant glass or acrylics are usually the most profitable but also endurable materials. You should take into count that bongs are not cheap, so, buying a glass bong that will crack if it falls is not a smart option. What you need is a firm and hard glass that will not be pulverized easily with some hits and therefore wasting your money, and you can count on us, Tank Glass, to provide you the finest piece of artwork to smoke cannabis. Our bongs are resistant and endure extern agents that could easily destroy other bubblers, contact us and enjoy bubblers that will last a lifetime.

Smoking marijuana has increasingly stirred up disputes in our society because of the spread of misinformation, leading the population to riot in the streets advocating for its legal use. Little do people know that some things that might be frown upon could somehow be beneficial or pleasant to others. The problem crops up when we’re unable to tell apart what can aid us or adversely affect our body. For decades, it has been widely recognized that smoking progressively damages your lung tissues. At first glance, this might come across as a life-threatening substance that when consumed, it causes irreparable damages, but this not exactly like that. Cannabis, like many other plants, has properties that have been utilized by humans for a wide range of purposes, but the problem stems from the overuse thereof. Like any other product, whether it is chemical-based or naturally-grown, it might pose risks if it is consumed indiscriminately. What is of the utmost importance is to be fully aware when something is harmful to you — that’s called being responsible of your own body. What you should know about cannabis Cannabis might be deemed as another must-ban drug; however, experts in the scientific field might contradict the typical widespread biased anti-marijuana arguments. It turns out that the medical cannabis industry in the United States is expected to reach USD 55.8 billion in 2025, whereas in Latin America Colombia has become the leading growth sector. The growing industry of cannabis has made other countries across Latin American jump on the bandwagon, such as Uruguay, Puerto Rico, Argentina, Mexico, Peru, and Ecuador. In Colombia Cannabis is mainly used to treat chronic pain. It can also be used to tackle issues like depression, anxiety, insomnia, PTSD, cancer cells, and more. In the United States, medical marijuana is legal in at least 33 states. By contrast, recreational marijuana is allowed in fewer states. If one wishes to opt for medical marijuana, the person needs to get a written prescription from the state they come from. Of course, it has to be one where marijuana has not been prohibited. Unfortunately, some doctors might have second thoughts about prescribing you a dose of such a thing, which means there’s a possibility that they rethink what’s best for you. Current laws and knowledge of the usage of cannabis In the United States, there are qualifying conditions in every single state where marijuana has been permitted for the public use. If such conditions are not met, it is almost certain you won’t get the chance to try it. Studies have proved that marijuana can be of good use. That’s why it is always important to check reliable sources of information so that you can see the other side of the coin. Keeping in mind the upsides and downsides of every single piece of food or substance that you’re going to consume will enable you to make up your mind and choose what’s best for you. Of course, being aware of your limits is something you need to have clear in life. Otherwise, it could lead to some serious problems in the future that you might regret later on. If you need to use cannabis for medicinal purposes you should buy a bong. Bongs are considered the most efficient way to smoke marijuana, especially if this instrument if made with good materials. In Tank Glass, we are fully committed with distributing the best bubblers for those cannabis enthusiasts, contact us and buy the perfect bong.

If you’ve tried more than once to give up smoking tobacco, then you’re probably familiar with nicotine withdrawal. Interestingly enough, recent research has shown that CBD can help you break the habit. Because of the highly addictive nature of nicotine (it’s one of the world’s most addictive substances), it can be extremely difficult to quit smoking cigarettes. In fact, according to NIDA (the National Institute on Drug Abuse), only 6 out of every 100 cigarette smokers are able to stop smoking them in any given year.To combat addition to tobacco, pharmaceutical companies have a plethora of smoking cessation devices, nicotine patches and gum while e-cigarettes were considered the healthier alternative. However, all of the cessation methods still left people with the nicotine addiction that leads to withdrawal symptoms. Symptoms of Nicotine Withdrawal Nicotine withdrawal symptoms are typically the strongest during that first week after you quit smoking. Consequently, this is also when relapse is the most likely to occur. You can expect to experience the following nicotine withdrawal symptoms when you quit: anxiety chills fatigue headaches heightened stress increased stress intense cravings irritability mood swings sleep disturbances sweating Although there are e-cigarettes and numerous nicotine-based products that will help you reduce your cravings, recent research has shown that CBD is not only useful in helping a person quit smoking, it’s a very powerful tool as well. What the Research told Us The University College of London conducted 2 interesting studies on the topic of using CBD to quit smoking. The first study involved 24 smokers, 12 of which used a CBD inhaler while the other 12 used a placebo inhaler whenever they had nicotine cravings. The research showed that the subjects who used the CBD inhaler decreased their tobacco consumption by 40% while the ones using the placebo experienced no significant change in their smoking habits.The second study occurred 5 years later in 2018 and was a double-blind, randomized study involving 30 participants. Some were given 800mg of CBD in oral form while others were given a matched placebo. They were then shown pictures of tobacco and checked for cravings and signs of withdrawal. Furthermore, their blood pressure and heart rate were also checked. What they found was that the 800mg dose of CBD helped to reduce the positive responses to the pictures while the ones who used the placebo experienced no change.In closing, most nicotine smokers have specific triggers such as having a cigarette with their morning cup of coffee or sneaking out from work when they felt anxiety or stress on the job. Over time, specific feelings, habits, or images often become associated with the release of nicotine into the system that smoking cigarettes provides.

We all know that cannabis has been around for a while. But how long? Researchers have actually been studying this and published a fascinating study in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology in 2018. The purpose was to “provide a critical and comprehensive evaluation, from the ancient times to our days, of the ethnological, botanical, chemical and pharmacological aspects of [cannabis], with a vision for promoting further pharmaceutical research to explore its complete potential as a therapeutic agent.” So what did it find? According to research, it’s believed that cannabis and hemp were first used and grown domestically in Central and Southeast Asia. Before any medicinal qualities were discovered, the fibers from plants were used in fabrics and sophisticated baskets discovered at paleolithic sites. It’s now understood to be the oldest known cultivated plant specifically for its fibers. How it began to be used other than for fibers is a little less understood but researchers felt one plausible explanation was the discovery of its “psychotropic properties” when it was accidentally burned. But as early as 1800 BCE, we have evidence that it was used in incenses and oils in religious ceremonies to medicinal remedies for seizures.Cannabis has been referenced in many religious texts from the Old Testament “sacred oil” to Hinduism and Buddhism to facilitate communication with spirits and meditation. Medicinal use of marijuana is also somewhat murky. The researchers established a timeline from nearly five millennia ago in China, where Chinese agriculture made use of the plant pharmacologically. The texts referred to it as a medicinal solution for such things as “fatigue, rheumatism and malaria.”Although used medicinally for centuries throughout the world, marijuana/hemp first appeared here in the Americas with the colonists who brought it over primarily for its fiber strength. In fact, at one point, Massachusetts law required every household to plant hemp. George Washington and Thomas Jefferson grew it on their farms. So what happened? Despite all the evidence of medicinal qualities and use over the millennia, the first known prohibition was issued by a decree in 1484 by Pope Innocent VIII denouncing both the use of marijuana right up there with witchcraft. But the main bulk of prohibition came from right here in the United States in our modern 20th century with a shift from natural medicine to dangerous drug. Congress first mandated that it be shown on product labels as an addictive and dangerous ingredient which was then followed up with the Marijuana Tax Act in 1937, followed later by Parliament in the UK in 1971.Fortunately, we are coming full circle with 11 states now with legalized recreational use and 33 states with legalized medicinal use. Although it still remains illegal at the federal level, overturning prohibition is now a topic with increasingly widespread support. According to a Pew poll taken at the end of last year, 67 percent of Americans think that marijuana should be legal with opposition falling. There is hope.