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There seems to have been a shift in the last decade or so, in terms of more people seeking out natural, holistic solutions to their daily needs. At the same time, one plant in particular is getting a lot of attention thanks to its fascinating chemical composition that’s rich in valuable properties. Kratom refers to the leaf of an evergreen plant native to Southeast Asia, and although the plant may be somewhat new to our awareness, it’s actually been used in native cultures for thousands …

Kratom is a plant derivative that’s been around for thousands of years, being utilized extensively by the people of Southeast Asia, where the plant originates, for its many valuable effects. People describe kratom as euphoric yet calming, and capable of aiding in the relief of physical discomfort. That being said, not all kratom products are going to affect you in the same way. One thing that many beginners don’t realize is that kratom comes in different strains, and the strain you cho …

Kratom is a term many of us are familiar with, but few of us have really explored it in-depth, largely due to its sporadic accessibility on the market and lots of conflicting information out there about what it is and how it works. But, with more researchers taking a strong interest in it, it’s clear that this plant-based substance is more than pure hype. As kratom is rising in popularity, it’s important to have a good understanding of its properties, uses, and forms in the event tha …

Maybe you’ve noticed while shopping for delta 8, delta 9, THC-O, THC-P, HHC, etc., that certain products are more likely to come in a variety of strains than others. We all love the ability to choose from a huge selection of strains when checking out vapes, but when shopping for, say, a gummy, a lot of companies leave a good deal to be desired in the strain department. So, why is this the case, and what is it about the selection of gummies found at The Calm Leaf, from brands that well… d …

Nowadays, hemp enthusiasts by and large prefer hybrid strains, which bring together the qualities of indica and sativa cultivars into a perfect marriage. When choosing a hybrid strain, the first thing you’ll usually notice is the ratio that tells you how much of the hybrid is sativa, and how much is indica. Maybe you’ll encounter a 50/50 hybrid, but you’re more likely to get a strain that’s more along the lines of 70/30, 80/20 or somewhere around there.So, what does this ratio actually m …