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Make informed decisions about the benefits of using cannabis. Pot is hot--for good reason. To date, 30 states have legalized medical marijuana to the tune of nearly $11B in consumer spending. Whether it's to help alleviate symptoms of an illness or for adults to use recreationally, more people every day are turning to marijuana. Cannabis For Dummies presents the science behind the use of this amazingly therapeutic plant. Inside, you'll find the hands-on knowledge and education you need to make an informed decision about your cannabis purchase, as a patient and a consumer. -Decide for yourself if marijuana is right for you -Manage aches and pains -Gain insight on the effects and possible symptom relief -Enjoy both sweet and savory edibles -Navigate the legal requirements. If you're curious about cannabis, everything you need to discover its many benefits is a page away!

Part 1: Getting started with cannabis. Taking the nickel tour ; Brushing up on cannabis anatomy and chemistry ; Steering clear of legal trouble ; Tackling cannabis politics and culture -- Part 2: Buying, storing, and using cannabis. Buying and storing cannabis ; Choosing and visiting a cannabis dispensary ; Consuming cannabis ; Using cannabis safely and responsibly -- Part 3: Reaping the potential benefits of medical marijuana. Using marijuana for medicinal purposes ; Using pot for pets -- Part 4: Grasping the basics of cannabis cultivation, post-harvest, and production. Growing cannabis ; Harvesting and post-harvest ; Making concentrates and marijuana infused products (MIPs) -- Part 5: Getting down to business. Starting your own cannabis business ; Finding work in the cannabis industry ; Investing in cannabis -- Part 6: Part of tens. Ten tips for growing more and better weed ; Ten tips to enhance your cannabis experience ; Ten tips for buying cannabis -- Appendix: Cannabis recipes