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01/06/2026

What on earth is a terpene? Terpenes are naturally-occurring chemicals found in many plants. These chemicals are also found in the cannabis plant.

Terpenes are what give pine trees their distinctly woodsy smell, and citrus fruit that fresh, crisp scent. While they have little effect in edibles, they can subtly alter the effects of THC and CBD.

In the coming weeks, we'll be looking at various terpenes and their benefits. Your dispensary can be a huge help in finding the terpenes which work best for your needs.

Still need guidance? Contact us today for a consultation!

01/05/2026

The folks over at NORML have included Set and Setting in their "Principles Of Responsible Cannabis Use". The principles include the following:

• Adults Only—cannabis should be kept away from children (and pets!) so it isn't accidentally consumed. It is irresponsible to give a child cannabis unless prescribed by a medical provider.

• No Driving—driving while distracted, be it from fatigue, texting on a cellular phone, or using medical cannabis, is dangerous. Wait until you are well-rested and fully attentive.

• Set and Setting—by "set", we're referring to the user's mindset. "Setting" refers to when and where you consume cannabis products. At all times, you should be aware of how your cannabis use might affect other people.

• Resist Abuse—responsible cannabis users will decline to use cannabis at any time that it's uncomfortable, dangerous, or is detrimental to health or personal development and achievement.

• Respect The Rights Of Others—cannabis is a choice, and one that must never be forced upon anyone. That includes smoke, vapors, and other byproducts of cannabis. Make sure others are not being affected by your choice.

Responsible use of cannabis is the key to keeping it legal for all!

01/02/2026

Not at all. A loophole in the Farm Bill of 2018 allows businesses to sell certain hemp-derived products without any regulation. These products, with names like Spice, Delta-8, and K2, are synthetic or semisynthetic cannabinoids manufactured from the cannabidiol (CBD) in cannabis.

This "gas station w**d" contains adulterants, and rarely does it provide correct and true information about what ingredients it contains. Emergency rooms have reported an increase in visits related to these items, particularly among youth, and many states are banning these products in the interests of public safety.

Mississippi's Medical Cannabis Program (MMCP) makes sure that patients have access to safe, medically pure cannabis. And only a licensed provider can certify you for medical cannabis—call us for a consultation today!

12/30/2025

Share the joy of a healthier life with the ones you love in the New Year! Bring a friend along with you, and get $25 off your consultation. Bring two friends, and add in a free HERB Medical Consulting t-shirt!

Valid while supplies and appointments last, so book your consultation today!

12/29/2025

Yes! According to our friends over at , cannabis use does not disqualify donors, and medical cannabis users are always welcome if their health otherwise allows.

Most blood centers recommend a wait of up to 24 hours between using cannabis and donating. You don't have to abstain from cannabis, but your memory and comprehension must be unaffected.

We encourage our patients to donate blood if their health allows it. A single blood donation could save the lives of up to three people!

12/23/2025

We will be closed for the New Year holiday from December 31–January 1, 2026. Please be safe, and thank you for making us your ally on your healthcare journey!

12/22/2025

Many new users of medical cannabis are concerned about side effects, and more often than not, it's the amount which causes problems. We offer individualized care plans where a licensed cannabis practitioner will discuss product selection and dosage titration.

Our goal is to provide relief for each patient with products and dosing to meet your individual needs!

12/19/2025

Not at all. State law protects your right to own and/or possess fi****ms and ammunition, as well as the right to obtain fi****ms licenses and certification. Your status as a registered Mississippi medical cannabis patient or caregiver means you are protected from state and local authorities.

But remember, that protection only extends as far as the state, for people with a valid medical cannabis patient or caregiver card. Fi****ms must be properly registered and legally purchased.

12/18/2025

12/18/2025

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12/18/2025

Great news—studies are now confirming that cannabis does NOT cause weight gain, either directly or indirectly. In fact, we've seen some of our patients lose substantial amounts of weight since beginning their cannabis journey.

If you are trying to lose weight, there are plenty of noncaloric options for getting your cannabis in. Talk to your favorite budtender—they might have some excellent suggestions!

12/18/2025

Unfortunately, medical cannabis is still illegal on the federal level. And as the federal Department of Transportation has authority over the interstate highway system, they test for cannabis and other medications under federal authority. Drug testing is mandatory for over-the-road truckers (as well as airline pilots, ship captains, and others involved in commercial transportation), and a positive test could cost you your commercial license.

But there is hope on the horizon. Medical cannabis is a hot topic in Washington, and there's a movement to deschedule cannabis (in other words, to make it legal). How this would affect people who are employed in transportation has yet to be determined, as the DOT promises its drug-testing policies will not change. But with time and better education about the benefits of cannabis, that could all change—stay tuned!