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A Woman's Guide to Cannabis: Using Marijuana to Feel Better, Look Better, Sleep Better–and Get High Like a Lady
A woman’s handbook to demystifying the world of weed, whether it’s being used for pain relief, a moment of calm, or a fit of giggles.
Women of all ages are using cannabis to feel and look better. For rookies and experienced marijuana users alike, this lively, information-filled book is just the supportive guide you need to find the right dose to relieve anxiety, depression, and inflammation, and mitigate the onset of dementia and other signs of aging. Plus boost moods, ease aches, even lose weight, and get restful sleep. And a dose just for fun? Well, that works, too!
Here’s how to navigate the typical dispensary, with its overwhelming options of concentrates, edibles, vape pens, and tinctures. Understand the amazing health-giving compounds found in cannabis—THC, CBD, terpenes, and more—and how to use topicals to reduce pain and give your skin a healthy glow. There’s even advice on how not to get high but still reap all the amazing health benefits.
Plus over twenty recipes, from edibles like Classic Pot Brownies and Netflix and Chill Caramels to self-care products like Radiant Glow Serum and Happy Body Bar.
Women of all ages are using cannabis to feel and look better. For rookies and experienced marijuana users alike, this lively, information-filled book is just the supportive guide you need to find the right dose to relieve anxiety, depression, and inflammation, and mitigate the onset of dementia and other signs of aging. Plus boost moods, ease aches, even lose weight, and get restful sleep. And a dose just for fun? Well, that works, too!
Here’s how to navigate the typical dispensary, with its overwhelming options of concentrates, edibles, vape pens, and tinctures. Understand the amazing health-giving compounds found in cannabis—THC, CBD, terpenes, and more—and how to use topicals to reduce pain and give your skin a healthy glow. There’s even advice on how not to get high but still reap all the amazing health benefits.
Plus over twenty recipes, from edibles like Classic Pot Brownies and Netflix and Chill Caramels to self-care products like Radiant Glow Serum and Happy Body Bar.
224 pages, Paperback
Published December 25, 2018
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February 15, 2019
OK, hold the judgement if you know me.
As a librarian in the state of Colorado where Cannabis is legal both medically and recreationally, I decided one of my many resolutions would be to educate myself. This is a very short introduction for the "I've no idea about weed today" person. Nikki states in the beginning that she wanted to write a book that would walk such a person (think older and female, though not necessarily) through some of the data from JAMA and NIH studies then through their first visit to a dispensary. She has made it very easy to understand the difference between sativas and indicas; THC an CBD; edibles and sublinguals.
With new science showing the potential to stave off Alzheimer's and help with Parkinson's, I may just recommend this to my mom.
As a librarian in the state of Colorado where Cannabis is legal both medically and recreationally, I decided one of my many resolutions would be to educate myself. This is a very short introduction for the "I've no idea about weed today" person. Nikki states in the beginning that she wanted to write a book that would walk such a person (think older and female, though not necessarily) through some of the data from JAMA and NIH studies then through their first visit to a dispensary. She has made it very easy to understand the difference between sativas and indicas; THC an CBD; edibles and sublinguals.
With new science showing the potential to stave off Alzheimer's and help with Parkinson's, I may just recommend this to my mom.
April 10, 2019
Well written, but severely lacking in source material. The author also makes several overblown claims that undermine her authority on the subject. I know it sucks to write “this is still in the very early stages of research” over and over, but that’s what the truth is for many of these claims. There’s no bibliography, exactly ONE study is cited, and the recommended reading list is mostly cookbooks. I really wanted to like this book, because I was hoping to pass it on to a few loved ones with health issues. Instead I couldn’t finish it, because the author’s inner salesperson came out and the claims got too big. Utterly disappointing.
April 22, 2019
First the good:
Clearly written easy to follow recipes for a number of edibles, complete with instructions for oil, butter, and alcohol based extracts. Instructions on how to calculate just how much pot ends up in your brownies.
Practical info like wtf even is a vape pen, a handy cannabis glossary, and answers to your other pot newbie questions.
Now the bad:
The first few chapters read like this: Insomnia? Pot. Fatigue? Pot. ALS, MS, Fibro etc? Pot. Dry skin, chapped lips, dandruff? Pot. Anxiety, depression, stress? Pot. Pain? Pot. A lot of pain? A lot of pot!
The book constantly refers to cannabis as “medicine” but not a single supporting study, or reference is provided for any of these claims. Large portions of the book are instructions on Doctor shopping and what illnesses you need to claim to get a medicinal marijuana recommendation.
TL;DR: Basically half of this book annoyed the crap out of me and the other half was a fairly practical beginners guide. 2.5 stars, let’s call it 3.
Clearly written easy to follow recipes for a number of edibles, complete with instructions for oil, butter, and alcohol based extracts. Instructions on how to calculate just how much pot ends up in your brownies.
Practical info like wtf even is a vape pen, a handy cannabis glossary, and answers to your other pot newbie questions.
Now the bad:
The first few chapters read like this: Insomnia? Pot. Fatigue? Pot. ALS, MS, Fibro etc? Pot. Dry skin, chapped lips, dandruff? Pot. Anxiety, depression, stress? Pot. Pain? Pot. A lot of pain? A lot of pot!
The book constantly refers to cannabis as “medicine” but not a single supporting study, or reference is provided for any of these claims. Large portions of the book are instructions on Doctor shopping and what illnesses you need to claim to get a medicinal marijuana recommendation.
TL;DR: Basically half of this book annoyed the crap out of me and the other half was a fairly practical beginners guide. 2.5 stars, let’s call it 3.
February 4, 2019
I just finished reading A WOMAN'S GUIDE TO CANNABIS by @gethighlikealady and it is a FANTASTIC #book
Go to http://bit.ly/CannabisBook to read my #bookreview and for a #cannabis #lollipop #recipe which is just one of the terrific addons this book contains.
Author Nikki Furrer has impressed me tremendously, her vast knowledge of the cannabis industry is not merely academic, nor is it solely based on other people's experiences. Her nearly encyclopedic knowledge of the various methods of ingestion and of the different strengths, mixtures, and ratios of THC to CBD is exactly the type of information that I had almost given up on finding. I am so glad that I didn't give up.
My advice to other people (both men and women) is that if you are planning to spend some of your hard earned money on a book about marijuana, make sure this is the book you choose. I received a free eBook copy of "A Woman's Guide to Cannabis" through the Publisher and NetGalley, but I was so impressed that I also bought a physical copy of the book so that I would always be able to look up certain points whenever I want to, as well as to have the included recipes to hand at all times.
I highly recommend that you purchase your own copy of this book whether you are planning to partake of cannabis yourself or not. Because there is so much misinformation floating around currently, it is important to have a solid, reliable source of information, especially if you are a parent, or just a concerned member of society. If you are informed, you will be able to better understand both sides of the marijuana debate.
I rate this book as 5+ OUT OF 5 STARS ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. If it were possible I would rate it even higher. Very few books receive my coveted 5+ Star rating but this book clearly deserves the highest rating possible. I would like to personally thank Author Nikki Furrer for creating THE DEFINITIVE BOOK ON CANNABIS.
This book #review is also part of the #2019atozchallenge with @gingermomandcompany
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Go to http://bit.ly/CannabisBook to read my #bookreview and for a #cannabis #lollipop #recipe which is just one of the terrific addons this book contains.
Author Nikki Furrer has impressed me tremendously, her vast knowledge of the cannabis industry is not merely academic, nor is it solely based on other people's experiences. Her nearly encyclopedic knowledge of the various methods of ingestion and of the different strengths, mixtures, and ratios of THC to CBD is exactly the type of information that I had almost given up on finding. I am so glad that I didn't give up.
My advice to other people (both men and women) is that if you are planning to spend some of your hard earned money on a book about marijuana, make sure this is the book you choose. I received a free eBook copy of "A Woman's Guide to Cannabis" through the Publisher and NetGalley, but I was so impressed that I also bought a physical copy of the book so that I would always be able to look up certain points whenever I want to, as well as to have the included recipes to hand at all times.
I highly recommend that you purchase your own copy of this book whether you are planning to partake of cannabis yourself or not. Because there is so much misinformation floating around currently, it is important to have a solid, reliable source of information, especially if you are a parent, or just a concerned member of society. If you are informed, you will be able to better understand both sides of the marijuana debate.
I rate this book as 5+ OUT OF 5 STARS ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. If it were possible I would rate it even higher. Very few books receive my coveted 5+ Star rating but this book clearly deserves the highest rating possible. I would like to personally thank Author Nikki Furrer for creating THE DEFINITIVE BOOK ON CANNABIS.
This book #review is also part of the #2019atozchallenge with @gingermomandcompany
#mustread #amiesbookreviews @workmanpub @netgalley #NetGalley #TheWomansGuidetoCannabis #womenshealth #chronicpain #fibromyalgia #2019booklovers #2019books #cannabiscommunity #cannabisculture #marijuana #health #2019 #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #bibliophile #booknerd #booklover #tbr #igread #igreads #instagramhub #authorsofinstagram #author #instagramers #instalike #instaread #instabook #booklove #cannabisforwellness #womenswellness #tbrlist #tbrpost #amreading #greatbook #bookshelf #cannabisrecipes #marijuanarecipes
May 18, 2019
I was disappointed with this book. There are a lot of big claims made for the medicinal benefits of cannabis, but no sources listed at all. It doesn't even say something like "a study was done and ...". The claim that most surprised me was that smoking a joint improves lung function. I would definitely need more information on a claim that surprising. I also found the anecdotes from customers to the dispensary unrealistic and not very useful. I personally was also uninterested in the last third of the book, which is recipes for edibles. As an intro to cannabis' medical benefits I much preferred Amanda Seibert's A Little Book of Cannabis.
February 25, 2019
This is a great book for those new to marijuana or even those who aren't. It's full of useful and educated information. This isn't a book for teenagers just looking to have a good time. This book is for those interested in medical use and also for ADULT recreational use.
I bought this book because I am interested in the use of marijuana to alleviate my anxiety and just all around tension and also for the pain my PCOS causes me. Little did I know I would be enlightened that weed can also help with skin problems, like eczema etc..which would be great for me!
This book teaches about all aspects of this flower. For those who aren't familiar with how you can consume it also teaches the ins and outs of joints & blunts, bongs and one hitters & more. I also learned you can consume marijuana through a suppository.. not how I am looking to use it but interesting fact nonetheless.
You also get recipes on how to make edibles, creams etc...
I recommend this book for those who just want to learn more but aren't interested in consuming and also for those wanting to know more or a refresher for those who DO want to consume.
***also teaches the CBD side of Cannabis --which is also useful for me.
I bought this book because I am interested in the use of marijuana to alleviate my anxiety and just all around tension and also for the pain my PCOS causes me. Little did I know I would be enlightened that weed can also help with skin problems, like eczema etc..which would be great for me!
This book teaches about all aspects of this flower. For those who aren't familiar with how you can consume it also teaches the ins and outs of joints & blunts, bongs and one hitters & more. I also learned you can consume marijuana through a suppository.. not how I am looking to use it but interesting fact nonetheless.
You also get recipes on how to make edibles, creams etc...
I recommend this book for those who just want to learn more but aren't interested in consuming and also for those wanting to know more or a refresher for those who DO want to consume.
***also teaches the CBD side of Cannabis --which is also useful for me.
June 7, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. Marijuana has been legal in Canada for a bit now, and I have begun to use it to unwind instead of a glass of wine. This book provided a good sounding board to start from if you are new to cannabis like I am. The author mentioned a lot of interesting ideas - and like others have mentioned - no, there weren’t a ton of good sources listed for a lot of what the author was claiming - that might be something I wanted to research more. For me, I am particularly interested in how cannabis can be used to treat anxiety and depression. The author did suggest certain THC/CBD ratios would be helpful for certain conditions.
There were some sections that I didn’t find interesting, but I feel that a lot of the topics covered in this book would help to ease the fears of people concerned about cannabis usage.
There were some sections that I didn’t find interesting, but I feel that a lot of the topics covered in this book would help to ease the fears of people concerned about cannabis usage.
May 25, 2023
This book automatically got a 1 star from me when it recommended a marijuana diet of weed, exercise, and 1,200 calories a day. Honestly, f*ck right off. Later in the book the author addressed legality, without mentioning populations currently incarcerated for possession of the same drug they can now buy as a lotion or vape oil, which just felt ethically irresponsible. She talked about how to introduce it to your mom, who will be scared of it, without addressing why she has that negative opinion. Overall, it just gave me the ick.
May 22, 2019
What a fantastic resource for women who may not be familiar with the pot smoking scene! It offers a very straightforward explanation of how cannabinoids help the bodies natural receptors. Then goes on to explain the different forms thc is available in and when each is most helpful. Very handy book that I am purchasing now.
April 24, 2020
I was drawn in by the cover and title. This had potential to be a really cute guide for people who are new to marijuana. However, I just couldn’t get past the lack of sources for all of the claims the author was making. Everything was very anecdotal. I think there were maybe two claims that actually included a source.
It did include lots of cannabis-infused recipes, though, if that’s your thing.
It did include lots of cannabis-infused recipes, though, if that’s your thing.
January 20, 2019
Super informative for anyone wanting to get an understanding for the history of recreational cannabis legalization, and the medicinal uses/benefits of marijuana.
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December 7, 2020this book was super informative!!! i learned a TON about all of the benefits of cbd and thc and how to have a healthy relationship with them both :)
May 16, 2024
I loved this and the style in which is was written. A true beginners guide that I would feel confident gifting anyone who wanted to learn more about marijuana use. Even as a long time user myself, I learned several new and helpful things! Good quick read 💙
January 5, 2020
Helpful, interesting information. A good basic start guide to the world of cannabis. Some recipes included, too, for making edibles and topicals.
April 25, 2022
The author said many times that she was a book seller, so she knows how to sell things. I think that is mostly what this book is - selling cannabis to new or inexperienced users. It's definitely a great guide for people that don't know what the difference is between different ways of using cannabis, but it tends to make these claims about health and benefits and doesn't back them up with actual research. I was using this book to try and research the effects of CBD on PCOS and I didn't really learn a whole lot from this book. It was a fast read, but not what I was looking for.
Edit: Something this book claims that just seems too outlandish to be true - smoking cannabis is not harmful to your lungs. And that any negative effects you get are negated by the health benefits of cannabis. It did not back this up and I just cannot see how inhaling smoke and combustion in any form can be good for anyone's lungs. No judgement from me on what anyone does with their free time, but I think it is dangerous to make claims like that and not back it up.
Edit: Something this book claims that just seems too outlandish to be true - smoking cannabis is not harmful to your lungs. And that any negative effects you get are negated by the health benefits of cannabis. It did not back this up and I just cannot see how inhaling smoke and combustion in any form can be good for anyone's lungs. No judgement from me on what anyone does with their free time, but I think it is dangerous to make claims like that and not back it up.
December 31, 2018
This was an interesting read and included tons of information that I didn't know already! The author researched cannabis extensively and laid out a great case about the benefits of it.
April 20, 2020
A more shallow pool of information than other research books I have been reading, but unlike those, this one is far from being dry, and the author will even have you laughing in parts.
March 19, 2025
A friend recommended this book and my curiosity got the best of me. I'm a nerd and love gleaning information, so I actually enjoyed listening to A Woman's Guide to Cannabis. For the person who knows next-to-nothing about cannabis, I think this is a great, and fun, starting point. Nikki Furrer does well in breaking down all components of cannabis (THC, CBD, terpenes, etc)., different forms of cannabis, what to expect when using each form, need-to-know information about dispensaries, medical cards, navigating conversations with your doctor, and more. It was a straight forward read chock full of the scientific information without feeling dense or overwhelming to absorb. All in all, information my brain will enjoy storing for the next random, off-the-wall conversation about cannabis.
March 7, 2019
This book answered all the questions I had... and I had a lot. I would like to know a bit more about the growing CBD industry and the range of products without THC that are available. This author is definitely focused on full spectrum THC products, but I still found it very informative. I’ve never had a good experience with marijuana the few times I tried it, as it only made me paranoid! But CBD (which is derived from the Cannabis plant) has helped me a lot with muscle tension, back pain and anxiety. I’m curious to know more about what Cannabis has to offer.
As the librarian type that I am, i now have a google doc full of tips and insight that I gleaned from this book. When the dispensaries eventually open, I will be ready!
As the librarian type that I am, i now have a google doc full of tips and insight that I gleaned from this book. When the dispensaries eventually open, I will be ready!
December 13, 2024
This whole medical world is new to me, I have a lot to learn. I guess I picked up a few things here but she had absolutely no sources for her many exciting or wild claims about what research has shown, so I have no way to know if I can believe any of it. Especially since she told me cannabis will make me better looking too! A more balanced approach would have been better than this cheesiness. I felt like she was trying to sell me a time-share or something. Overblown and overdone.
June 5, 2019
If you are curious or want to educate yourself about weed, this is a great book. I love how it is organized, the definitions and the explanations. I'm not sure weed can cure or help with every ailment she lists, but I certainly learned a lot and have a better understanding of the benefits, and what I want to try.
October 27, 2022
This is a good book with a lot of information. Not only for women. Although it is very detailed when discussing cooking edibles, the author does a good job explaining the effects of cannabis. The US situation around the topic is more complex than Canada’s, and I can only say that being able to access cannabis legally is a sign of civilization. Especially for sick people.
February 28, 2020
I checked this book out from the library...and found it so informational that I bought it. I took it with me when I went to a dispensary...and a couple of the staff was interested in the book...and said it was nice to see someone come in that had done some research...and not just someone coming in looking for their next high. Not judging.
With the sciatic and knee pain that I have...I was looking for something that would help with the pain, and cut down on the daily pain pills I was taking.
While the book may be too basic for experienced users, it was perfect for a newbie like me. Helping me understand the effects of CBD, THC or a combination of the two.
I'm also happy to report that I no longer need the daily pain pills, and have gotten back into the gym, which is helping my overall health.
With the sciatic and knee pain that I have...I was looking for something that would help with the pain, and cut down on the daily pain pills I was taking.
While the book may be too basic for experienced users, it was perfect for a newbie like me. Helping me understand the effects of CBD, THC or a combination of the two.
I'm also happy to report that I no longer need the daily pain pills, and have gotten back into the gym, which is helping my overall health.
February 10, 2021
I took this out from the library looking for more information about CBD and sleep, there wasn’t a ton but it does give a lot of general information and tips for how to use cannabis. If you wanted to be less intimidated at a dispensary or make your own edibles, this is the book!
July 30, 2022
A good starting point for women looking for more information on cannabis. I listened to the audiobook, but I would recommend a Kindle or physical copy to make it easier to refer back to this resource.
June 15, 2023
Freedom to act means freedom to educate. Learned more about the effects of cannabis from this book than I have from any other source. Would highly recommend and am happy to lend this one to any of my pals who are curious!
October 31, 2023
2.5 rounded up. thank you fletcher’s mom for lending me this 🙏🏼🙏🏼 LOL
December 31, 2020
The perfect very matter of fact introduction to the substance. It wasn't really a "woman's guide" but I didn't mind that in the least.
April 1, 2021
I ended up grabbing this for the cute cover and because I was intrigued. This was actually very informative and I recommend it for anyone curious about the health benefits of cannabis or intimidated by a dispensary and doesn't know what they might want. This was well written. I do wish she cited her work much more than she did, though, especially references to medical benefits.
February 18, 2019
Excellent primer for learning all about Cannabis. Loved it! Very informative. As more and more people, myself included, live in states where medical and recreational marijuana is legal, this book is a must.
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