celebrating women and cannabis
trends, resources, events, women in the industry, giving back, and top products for women
celebrating women and cannabis
trends, resources, events, women in the industry, giving back, and top products for women
Cannabis for Women’s Wellness
Perhaps one of the greatest quotes of the modern century came from Martha Stewart, of all people, when in a 2013 interview she admitted, “Of course I know how to roll a joint.” While the revelation of Martha’s cannabis consumption habits came as a shock and amusement to many, references to women’s use of cannabis date back as far as the 7th century BCE, with examples listed in the pharmacopoeias of ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Persia, China, Israel, and India, among many others. Indeed, with ample evidence supporting the use of cannabis in Ancient Egypt, there is no denying that the emblem depicted above the head of Seshat—goddess of wisdom, knowledge, and writing—bears striking resemblance to the psychotropic plant known to many around the world.
In the decades since 1937, when cannabis became illegal in the United States following a massive, racism-fueled campaign of misinformation (a topic for another article), much of this information disappeared from the public eye. Now, with medical and/or recreational cannabis legal in 35 states, stigmas against the plant are slowly beginning to fade away as ordinary people gain better access to scientific literature and historical data.
Yet, despite these advances, women still tend to be underrepresented among cannabis consumers. Furthermore, this means that a substantial portion of the adult population is missing out on many of the wonderful benefits the plant has to offer, such as relief from chronic pain, inflammation, anxiety, and more. In addition, cannabis may have certain applications of particular interest to women. From arthritis to migraines to menopause, Torrey Holistics elucidates several of the many benefits cannabis can have for women consumers. Read more…
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Cannabis Products for Women or from Women-Owned Companies
High Gorgeous Lotions
Infused lineup of luxurious products from an all-women company
CANN Social Tonics
All-natural ingredients to create a light, refreshing social buzz
Jetty Extracts
setting industry standards for medicinal cannabis extracts and more
Rose Delights
single-strain rosin and fresh fruit Turkish Delight-style infused edibles
Petra Mints
the radically refreshing wondermint that sparked a microdosing revolution
Her Highness Pleasure Oil
ultra-premium cannabis female arousal oil
Dosist Pens
precision wellness device engineered to deliver 100 exact 2.5mg doses
Dreamt Sleep Tincture
designed for those with ongoing sleep problems
Evidence
grown in a former private prison with a portion of profits going to get nonviolent cannabis prisoners released
Mindset Organics Colitas
premium Belgian chocolate with irresistible flavor centers
Higher Edibles Canna Corn
With approximately 28 kernels per package, Higher Edibles’ Canna Corn Kernels are a great micro-dosing option for low dose consumers.
High Gorgeous Lotions
Infused lineup of luxurious products from an all-women company
CANN Social Tonics
All-natural ingredients to create a light, refreshing social buzz
Jetty Extracts
setting industry standards for medicinal cannabis extracts and more
Rose Delights
single-strain rosin and fresh fruit Turkish Delight-style infused edibles
Petra Mints
the radically refreshing wondermint that sparked a microdosing revolution
Her Highness Pleasure Oil
ultra-premium cannabis female arousal oil
Dosist Pens
precision wellness device engineered to deliver 100 exact 2.5mg doses
Dreamt Sleep Tincture
designed for those with ongoing sleep problems
Evidence
grown in a former private prison with a portion of profits going to get nonviolent cannabis prisoners released
Mindset Organics Colitas
premium Belgian chocolate with irresistible flavor centers
Rose Delights - Dominique Crenn
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Kiva - Kristi Knoblich Palmer
Her Highness - Laura Eisman and Allison Krongard
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dreamt - Carolina Vazquez Mitchell, MS
Jetty - Katie McWilliams
Graduated from the University of Georgia with a BA in Journalism, Cum Laude, in 2007.
Prior to working in the cannabis industry, Katie worked as Music Director and on air talent for radio stations, KMMT and KRHV in Mammoth Lakes as well as KTKE in Truckee, CA. During that time, she founded a music and event promotion company, Fathead Productions, which raised money for local non-profits.
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Yummi Karma - Krystal Kitahara & Chelsea Kitahara
Krystal comes from a long line of established entrepreneurs. While attending Fresno State, she started her first company on campus before graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business with a focus on Entrepreneurship. In 2014, she walked away from a media sales career to start Yummi Karma. Combining her love of business with her love of cannabis, Krystal sought to create a company that embodied her vision. She brings a fresh perspective to the industry and has successfully built cannabis brands that appeal to and empower women.
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Chelsea KitaharaOwner & Chief Financial Officer
Chelsea is part of a new generation of cannabis executives. She attended University of Oregon (Sco Ducks!) specifically to prepare for a career in cannabis. Returning to California with a results-oriented mindset, Chelsea keeps the team on a path to financial success. She believes that everyone should have access to legal cannabis and is passionate about providing high quality finished goods that positively impact the lives of others. When she isn’t working (which is rare) you can find her playing with her rescue dogs at the beach or trying out new recipes. Her good-natured disposition makes her an excellent leader who is both well-respected and approachable.
February is Woman of Weed Month!
Feb 11
ALL DAY – 25% off all Kiva products:
Camino | Lost Farm | Petra | Terra | Kiva Chocolate bars
Feb 12
ALL DAY – Buy 1/2 ounce and receive an 8th for a penny
Feb 17
EVIDENCE at Torrey Holistics: 11am-2pm (Customer Appreciation Event)
ALL DAY – Buy 1/2 ounce and receive an 8th for a penny
Feb 19
MINDSET ORGANICS at Torrey Holistics: 2:15pm-5:15pm (Customer Appreciation Event)
ALL DAY – Take 25% off
Feb 24
ALL DAY – Buy 1/2 ounce and receive an 8th for a penny
Feb 26
MINDSET ORGANICS at Torrey Holistics: 2:15pm-5:15pm (Customer Appreciation Event)
ALL DAY – Take 25% off