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Putting Patients First: Starseed’s Commitment to Quality

Topic: Patient Information

Starseed’s commitment has always been a patient-first approach. Our mission extends well beyond product sales; we aim to provide high-quality, consistent, and safe options for all Canadians. Through extensive testing and quality control across a wide range of products, from flowers to capsules and topicals; Starseed provides patients with the assurance they need to make confident choices. 

Defining Quality

In the cannabis industry, ‘quality’ describes how good a product is, based on several factors, including accurate and consistent potency, the purity of the product free from contaminants, cultivated with care, precise post-harvest processing techniques, and ultimately taintless trichomes. 

 

The Starseed Standard

• Efficacy and Effects:  High end quality of cannabis depends on its ability to consistently deliver the expected therapeutic and medicinal results. Starseed patients can rely on each product form, whether a specific flower strain, a topical cream, or a precisely dosed soft gel. Attention to terpene and cannabinoid profiles further preserves this consistency, ensuring every product maintains its intended effects.

• Quality Control Checkpoints: Our processes at Starseed ensure quality from seed to sale. It begins with selecting superior genetics and carries on through careful monitoring throughout the growth cycle and post-harvest processing. Products beyond the flower stage undergo extraction, yielding oils and edibles of the highest standard. Each step is rigorously checked and evaluated internally to meet Quality Control standards with the added reassurance of third-party validation against strict regulations, guaranteeing that our customers receive dependable products.

• Cultivation Practices: While Starseed may not directly cultivate cannabis, we carefully select our products from a trusted partner who adheres to safe and quality focused cultivation practices. These practices include environmental control of cultivation and post-harvest areas, precision irrigation, plant training and pruning, whole plant hang drying, machine trimming with hand touch ups, sorting as per Entourage specifications.

• Patient Safety & Education: Understanding the role of product quality in ensuring patient safety is paramount. Rigorous testing and precise THC and CBD content labelling are fundamental to this mission, giving customers the confidence to use products safely and effectively. By offering clear information on potency and usage, Starseed empowers users to make well-informed decisions. Furthermore, Starseed Blog and Product Guide serve as vital educational tools for both patients and providers, broadening the community’s knowledge of medical cannabis through informed usage.

Starseed constantly advances its quality protocols to surpass industry standards, ensuring every product is crafted with the utmost care .  At Starseed, we are  committed to providing   a premium cannabis experience led by safety and quality.

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Soft Chews 101
Soft Chews are part of the Starseed’s ingestibles lineup providing patients with product options that are pleasant tasting and pre-measured for consistent and accurate dosing. If you are new to medical cannabis or interested in trying this format as part of your treatment plan, there are a few things you need to know before getting started. What is a Soft Chew? A soft chew is a type of edible cannabis that is ingested, an alternative to inhalation. Soft chews are infused with cannabinoids and have a soft, gummy texture. These provide a precise and consistent experience for patients seeking the therapeutic benefits of cannabis in a convenient, discreet, and enjoyable form. They are offered in a variety of flavours and doses. Types of Soft Chews Starseed offers soft chews in a variety of natural fruit flavours and cannabinoids. The potential therapeutic effects of each variety is dependent on its  cannabinoid content. Potential therapeutic effects of the dominant cannabinoids: • CBD: Non-intoxicating, Lowers Inflammation, provides relief from Muscle Spasm, Lowers Anxiety, Brain Protective, Antioxidant, Mood Stabilizing • THC: Provides relief from Pain and Muscle Spasm Sleep Aid, Improves Appetite and Nausea, Mood Elevating • CBN: Non-intoxicating at therapeutic Doses, Sleep Aid, Provides relief from Pain. To learn more about CBN, check out our blog post on everything you need to know about this minor cannabinoid. • Balanced: The balanced ratios provide patients with the benefits of both cannabinoids while minimizing the risk of unwanted side effects. If patients experience persistent pain and sleep problems and do not respond to CBD only, balanced THC:CBD products may be a reasonable alternative. • Fast-Acting: offers a quicker onset from traditional medical cannabis ingestibles View All Soft Chews The Effects Of Ingesting Edible Cannabis Edible cannabis travels first to your stomach and then to your liver before getting into your bloodstream and brain. The liver converts THC into a stronger form, and this combined with the THC from the original product can add to the intensity of the experience. Effects from edible cannabis can be felt within 30 minutes to 2 hours of ingesting. Full effects can peak within 4 hours, with the effects lasting up to 12 hours after use. Some residual effects can last up to 24 hours. For dosing instructions (i.e., how many soft chews to take and how often a day), please consult your healthcare practitioner. The safest dosing strategy is to "start low, go slow", and stay at the lowest effective dose that allows you to reach your treatment goals with minimal to no side effects. Storing Your Edible Cannabis Products Cannabis should be kept in an airtight container in a cold, dark location to ensure optimal preservation. Safe storage of cannabis helps keep everyone safe, especially children and pets. Keep it up high and out of reach, securely packaged, and locked up. Follow these steps for soft chews: Step 1: Open the package of the cannabis soft chews. Step 2: Soft chews can be divided in half for smaller doses. Step 3: Chew and swallow the soft chew like a gummy. Step 4: Seal the soft chew package securely to keep the remaining soft chews fresh. Why Choose Soft Chews? 1.     If you prefer ingesting over inhalation, soft chews offer a smoke-free alternative for those looking to benefit from the potential therapeutic effects of cannabis. 2.     Soft chews are simple to use. These provide a discreet and easy  method of consuming cannabis without involving additional tools. 3.     The effects can be more potent and longer lasting. The cannabinoids in edibles enter through the digestive tract and are metabolized in the liver before travelling to the rest of the body. THC is processed in the liver and transforms into a more potent form of THC which can lead to a stronger experience over other consumption methods. 4.     Precise and consistent dosing. Soft chews are carefully crafted and specially formulated to contain an exact dose in each unit. This allows for precise, accurate and repeatable dosing. 5.     Tasty natural fruit flavours. If you prefer a flavourful experience like Pineapple Tangerine or Strawberry-Elderberry, rather than an oil or capsule, soft chews provide an enjoyable consumption format. Soft Chews offer a precise, consistent and flavour-forward method of consuming medical cannabis. Starseed offers soft chews in a wide variety of flavours and doses to fit in your treatment plan. If you have any questions about our products or services, please don’t hesitate to call us at 1-844-756-7333 or email us at info@starseed.com.
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Cannabis Varieties: Indica, Sativa & Hybrid
Cannabis is a diverse plant with a wide array of characteristics. The most common varieties are classified as Indica, Sativa and Hybrid. While there are few plants that are 100% Sativa or Indica, the two categories can be told apart by their physical traits and their potential effects, and Hybrids will typically have characteristics from both categories. Understanding these differences in the varieties of cannabis can help patients make informed decisions about the products they use in their treatment plan. Pro Tip: You can filter products by Sativa, Indica, or Hybrid through the "Type" filter on our shop. Visit Our Shop Indica – The Relaxing Variety Physical Attributes: Indica plants are typically short and busy, with wide, dark green leaves. They often grow faster than Sativa plants and produce more flower. The buds are usually dense and compact. Characteristics: Indica cultivars are often described as calming, relaxing or sleep-inducing. The THC potency can range from mid-to high and can be high in the terpene Myrcene, which can contribute to its sedative effects. Potential Effects: The effects from an indica cultivar are generally associated with relaxation, stress relief and pain management. Other common effects include: ·         Deep body relaxation ·         Couch-lock (feeling glued to the couch) ·         Sleepiness ·         Appetite stimulation Sativa – The Energizing Variety Physical Attributes: Sativa plants tend to be taller and have a more open structure compared to Indica plants. Their leaves are narrow and light green. Sativa plants take longer to mature and typically have a lower flower yield. Their buds are often less dense and airier. Characteristics: Sativa cultivars are usually described as uplifting and energizing. The THC potency ranges from low to high and its terpene profiles often include limonene and pinene, which contribute to its stimulating effects. Potential Effects: The effects from Sativa cultivars are commonly associated with enhancing focus, energy levels and creativity. They are often chosen for its cerebral effects, which can assist in: ·         Boosting energy ·         Enhancing mood ·         Increasing focus ·         Promoting creativity Hybrid – The Mixed Variety Physical Attributes: Hybrid plants are a cross between Indica and Sativa plants. Their physical traits can vary widely depending on their genetic makeup. They can express characteristics of both parent cultivars, resulting in a diverse range of appearances. Characteristics: Hybrid cultivars can be Indica-dominant, Sativa-dominant or a balance. The characteristics of each unique hybrid will depend on its linage , but this allows growers to tailor their cultivars to achieve specific effects. Some varieties of Hybrids can offer relaxing benefits, while others can produce more energizing effects. Potential Effects: The effects of Hybrid cultivars are versatile and can cater to a wide range of needs. Depending on the dominance of the parent genes, Hybrids can provide: ·         Balanced body and cerebral effects ·         Customizable relief for various conditions ·         Flexibility for day or night use Choosing the Right Variety When selecting a cannabis product, consider your desired effects, the time of day you plan to consume it, and any specific conditions you aim to address. While each unique cannabis plant can express a wide range of characteristics, a general rule-of-thumb is: ·         Indica: Ideal for evening/night use, relaxation, and pain management ·         Sativa: Ideal for daytime use, energy boost and creativity ·         Hybrid: Suitable for varied needs, offering balanced effects Understanding the differences between Indica, Sativa and Hybrid cannabis can help you choose the right product for your needs. Whenever you are trying a new cannabis variety or product, always remember to Start Low and Go Slow and reach out to the Starseed Client Care Team if you have questions.

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