Basics
Cannabis
What is Cannabis?
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, weed, or pot, generally refers to the dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds from the cannabis plant (plant family Cannabaceae). Typical cannabis plants contain hundreds of compounds, including the most known: cannabinoids and terpenes. THC (tetrahydrocannabinol)
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Cannabis
Types of Products
Cannabis can be consumed, inhaled, or applied to the skin. The method of use and THC content will have an impact on how soon and how intensely effects will be felt and how long they will last. Washington laws define possession and purchase limits for cannabis products. These limits are in the “Know
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Cannabis
Understanding Test Results
Before a licensed retailer can sell a cannabis product to a consumer, the product must be tested by a certified cannabis laboratory to make sure it is safe to consume. Certain items are harmful to consume. By testing the product, the risk to the public's health is limited. As a consumer, you have
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Cannabis
Why Buy Legal
Besides it being illegal to buy cannabis and/or cannabis products from an unlicensed seller, a primary consideration is that buying legal means the cannabis and cannabis products are held to quality standards. Here are a few reasons to buy cannabis from a licensed retailer: Producing and Processing
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Cannabis
Cannabis Basics
What is Cannabis? Cannabis, also known as marijuana, weed, or pot, generally refers to the dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds from the cannabis plant (plant family Cannabaceae). ... read more Types of Products Cannabis can be consumed, inhaled, or applied to the skin. The method of use and THC
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Cannabis
Is it a Legal Product? How to Know
For those not familiar with the legal cannabis system, it may be difficult to know whether you are buying a legal product. Here are some things to keep in mind. Are you buying from a licensed retailer? There are over 500 licensed cannabis stores across the state. If you aren’t sure if a store is
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Liquor
Health
Alcohol’s Effect on Individuals
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) BAC is the amount of alcohol that is present in the bloodstream. For example, having a BAC of 0.10 percent means there is about one drop of alcohol for every 1,000 drops of blood present in the body. At certain BAC levels, alcohol alters a person’s visual functions
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Liquor
What Is Alcohol and Why Is It Regulated?
Alcohol is produced naturally by the fermentation of yeast, sugars, and starches found in grains, fruits, and vegetables. An additional process of evaporation and condensation is used to create distilled spirits and liquor. The alcohol content of distilled spirits is greater than that of beers and
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Cannabis
Reading a Product Label
In addition to the business information for the cannabis producer or processor, labels on cannabis packaging must provide specific information to help you understand some aspects of the product you are buying. The first step is knowing the terms on the label and why that information is important
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Liquor
Health
Levels of Drinking
Drinking in moderation According to the “Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025,” U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture, adults of legal drinking age can choose not to drink or to drink in moderation by limiting intake to two drinks or less in a day for
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Liquor
Understanding Alcohol Content
Alcohol content is measured by how much alcohol is in a given amount of an alcoholic beverage. Wine, beer, and cider are usually listed as alcohol by volume (ABV), and liquor (distilled spirits) is labeled by “proof.” Alcohol proof for distilled spirits is equal to twice the percentage of alcohol