Do I have to get high to use marijuana related products?
No, absolutely not. MMCA offers a wide variety of products. Please visit our retail location for a consultation.
Do you carry products that don't require smoking?
Yes — we have a full selection of edibles, tinctures, lotions, and delicious beverages.
What's the difference between Indica, Sativa, and Hybrid marijuana strains?
Marijuana is incredibly nuanced. Each strain has its own chemical profile that will interact differently with each person's body chemistry — the same strain could affect you and your smoking buddy completely differently.
Indicas are calm and relaxing — great for chilling out at the end of the night, watching a movie, listening to music, taking a nap, or just staring at the wall.
Sativas are energetic and productive — great for physical activity, going for a hike, completing a task, cleaning, and anything that requires focus.
Hybrid strains offer a mix of indica- and sativa-like effects.
What's the difference between all the concentrates?
If you're new to concentrates, here's a guide on all the different kinds available:
Butane Hash Oil (BHO): Hash oil extracted from cannabis through the use of butane. Most common concentrates (sugars, shatter, sauces, badders) are made this way. Extracts cannabinoids, terpenes, waxes, and occasionally chlorophyll.
CO₂ concentrates produce a liquid amber or golden concentrate usually found in vape cartridges. Safer than butane/propane extraction — no harmful residuals — but flavor profile isn't as potent as BHO or PHO.
Rosin: The simplest method — heat and pressure applied to marijuana flowers or hash to press out the terpene- and cannabinoid-rich resin. No chemicals involved, so it's the safest and cleanest form of concentrated oil.
Live Resin: Uses frozen cannabis instead of cured plant material, preserving more terpenes and THC. More potent flavor and aroma compared to BHO from dried cannabis. "Live Rosin" is made using the rosin technique on frozen buds.
Dry Sift: Uses silk screens in varying microns to isolate trichome heads from the bud. Sand-like consistency, soft, highly sought after for its preserved terpenes and flavor profile. Lower yield makes it rare and expensive.
Ice Water Hash: Uses ice and water to agitate trichome heads off the plant. Produces a final product similar to dry sift but through a different method.
What are the different Cannabinoids? How can they help me?
Here's a list of the top 10 cannabinoids and their effects:
THC — Tetrahydrocannabinol: Relieves chronic pain and inflammation. Reduces nausea. Increases appetite. Useful in treating withdrawal symptoms. Helps with digestive problems as an anti-spasmodic. Anti-tumor properties.
CBD — Cannabidiol: Treats chronic pain. Relieves epilepsy symptoms and reduces seizures. Commonly used for anxiety and depression. Anti-psychotic effects. Relieves nausea and improves cardiovascular efficiency.
THCV — Tetrahydrocannabivarin: Assists in weight-loss. Used to prevent diabetes. Focus. Helpful for anxiety disorders and PTSD.
CBDV — Cannabidivarin: Similar medicinal benefits to CBD. Stops convulsions in studies. Works well with epilepsy, reduces seizures. Anti-inflammatory. Non-psychoactive.
CBG — Cannabigerol: Helps with neurological disorders. Potential for skin disorders like psoriasis. Antifungal effects. Appetite stimulation.
CBC — Cannabichromene: Blocks pain and inflammation. Promotes anandamide in the body.
CBN — Cannabinol: Helps with appetite, sleep, psoriasis, and pain.
THCA — Tetrahydrocannabinolic Acid: Anti-emetic (combats nausea). Anti-inflammatory. Non-psychoactive.
CBDA — Cannabidiolic Acid: Helps with inflammation, nausea, psychosis. Some anti-cancer properties. Non-psychoactive.
CBGa — Cannabigerolic Acid: Building block for other useful cannabinoids. Potential as anti-proliferative cancer treatment. Encourages apoptosis (death of cells).
Tell me more about CBC (Cannabichromene)
CBC (cannabichromene) is a naturally occurring compound in cannabis. Like THC and CBD, it originates from CBG-A (cannabigerolic acid), the "mother cannabinoid" — when the plant processes CBG-A, it can convert into CBC, THC, CBD, or other cannabinoids.
Key characteristics
Non-intoxicating — CBC does not produce a "high." It doesn't bind well to the CB1 receptors in the brain that THC targets.
It does interact with other receptors in the body, particularly TRPV1 and TRPA1, which are linked to pain perception, and TRP channels involved in inflammation.
It may also have a weak interaction with CB2 receptors, which are part of the peripheral immune system.
Potential effects & research
Research is still in early stages, but studies have explored CBC for:
• Anti-inflammatory properties
• Pain relief (via TRP channel interaction rather than the endocannabinoid system)
• Antidepressant effects — some animal studies suggest it may contribute to mood elevation
• Neurogenesis — early research suggests it may promote the growth of brain cells (neural stem progenitor cells)
• Antimicrobial activity against bacteria and fungi
• Acne reduction — it may reduce sebaceous gland inflammation
I want something to stimulate my appetite. What works best?
Indica-based products will have the most options on our menu. Recent studies have shown the cannabinoids CBG and CBN combined with THC work together to create appetite stimulation. Our best advice is to experiment with a range of products to find what works for you.
I want something to suppress my appetite. What works best?
Generally, Sativa strains high in THCV are great for stimulating effects — with the most notable being motivation and appetite suppression. Add in a cup of coffee and you're ready to take on any task.
What are CBNs and how are they beneficial?
CBN is a non-intoxicating compound best known as the cannabinoid created when THC ages. It's usually present in high amounts in older cannabis.
Benefits include: antibacterial, neuroprotectant (may help with recovery or regeneration of the nervous system), appetite stimulation, glaucoma relief, and anti-inflammatory effects.
So why does everyone say CBN is sedating?
Well, there are two possible reasons, and they both lead back to one source: people noticed that older cannabis (high in CBN) makes them sleepy and assumed it must be the CBN.
First, it may be that the combination of CBN and THC is what actually causes the sedative effect. Research shows THC alone produces some drowsiness, but combined with CBN produces even higher levels.
Second, older cannabis high in CBN is also typically high in sedating terpenes — these may account for the sedative effects, not the CBN itself.
While CBN may not be sedating on its own, you can take advantage of its synergistic effects with THC to get the sleep-inducing effects you're looking for.
I want something to increase my libido. What works best?
Generally, sativa-leaning hybrids are best for increasing libido. Hybrid strains like Lions Cake, Sour Diesel, Wedding Cake, Mimosa, most cookie strains, and sherbet strains are all good choices. More importantly for arousal: dose lightly. We recommend smaller doses, feathered over time.
What are Terpenes? How can they help me?
Terpenes are fragrant oils produced by plants, believed to attract pollinators and repel pests. Cannabis produces a wide variety — the most common being Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene, Pinene, Terpinolene, Linalool, Humulene, and Ocimene.
Different strains contain different terpene levels. Blue Dream, for example, contains high myrcene, followed by pinene and caryophyllene. Strains with similar terpene profiles often feel similarly — like Blue Dream and Strawberry Cough.
Terpenes are fragile, volatile compounds that can easily be lost when making extracts. Dried flower best preserves the authentic profile, but many extractors now offer terpene-rich cannabis oils.
Potential benefits:
• Myrcene — may provide relaxing effects
• Limonene — may alleviate stress and anxiety
• Caryophyllene — known to relieve inflammation
• Pinene — may help with pain, anxiety, and inflammation
Can you tell me more about cannabis beverages?
Beverages provide an extremely balanced and satisfying high. They have rapid onset (~10 minutes vs. nearly 2 hours for some edibles) and last longer than vape or flower — you get the best of both worlds.
Carrier oils in beverages maximize bioavailability, making them more effective than poorly-formulated edibles. They're also a healthier option than smoking, sidestepping any lung impact.
Beverages are convenient too: easy to use in social settings, easy to control your dosage (just re-cap the bottle), and have no smoke or vape clouds — perfect for privacy, indoor use, or parents with young children.
Does marijuana go bad?
Depending on storage conditions, yes — it will gradually lose potency over time.