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    What are the differences between hemp and cannabis?

    Hemp and cannabis are two different species of the very same family: Cannabis Sativa. They are different in that they’re used differently. These differences have grown wider over hundreds of years of selection and domestication, as while hemp has been traditionally grown and shaped with a view to obtaining raw materials (seeds, oil, fibres, cellulose…), in the case of marijuana…

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    How can I avert a bad cannabis trip?

    Anyone can have a bad trip on cannabis, no matter how used to THC they are. Ingesting cannabis instead of smoking it, using strains with very high THC levels and almost no CBD, consuming marijuana contaminated with traces of fertilisers or other substances, or simply being somewhere that makes us feel uncomfortable are some of the factors that could trigger a bad trip. If you happen to…

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    What medications are incompatible with marijuana?

    Although cannabis is a great ally in the battle against the symptoms of a number of diseases, it might interact with some medications and have negative effects. That’s why, even though the side effects are rather limited, THC-high strains can negatively affect patients taking medication to control their blood pressure. Both THC and CBD can increase the effect of anticoagulants, sedatives…

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    Can marijuana improve sex?

    The answer is yes, but with some nuances. Different scientific studies seem to indicate that, at optimal doses, cannabis can lead to better sex because it inhibits anxiety, relaxes the body and mind, heightens the senses and sparks an increase in libido. However, abusive and prolonged use over time can have the opposite effect, reducing libido and sometimes even making it more difficult to…

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Order and Shipment FAQs

    Do you charge shipping costs?

    Yes but they’re subject to the country of destination, shipping method and payment method. You’ll be informed about the shipping costs during the purchase process. However, you can contact us at pedidos@dinafem.org to obtain more information in this regard.

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    Can I specify a delivery time?

    Deliveries are made by external companies that arrange their work according to their own criteria. That’s why we cannot guarantee any delivery time. Anyway, if you indicate your phone number when placing the order, we'll give it to the courier service and they'll get in touch with you to specify a delivery time.

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    How can I place my order?

    There are several shipping and payment methods available, each of them with its own conditions. In all cases, once you place your order, you’ll be sent a confirmation e-mail with your order number and some instructions on how to proceed. Every detail of the shipping costs is displayed before you validate your purchase.

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    What’s the estimated delivery time once an order has been dispatched?

    The estimated delivery time depends on the delivery method.
    * Spain:
    Shipped by Tipsa courier service with a delivery time of 24/72 hours (working days) from dispatch.

    Except in:
    The Canary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla, where regular mail is used, taking up to 10-15 working days from dispatch.
    * France:
    Shipped by DPD with a delivery time of 24/72…

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Product FAQs

    Which cannabis seeds have therapeutic properties?

    All cannabis seeds, whether they’re THC-rich or CBD-rich or rich in any other cannabinoid, could be therapeutic. The therapeutic potential of cannabis lies in the ability of its cannabinoids to interact with our endocannabinoid system, playing major roles in pain control or in our cardiovascular health, among others. Since every cannabinoid has a very specific effect on our…

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    What is THC?

    THC or tetrahydrocannabinol is the cannabinoid responsible for the psychoactive effect of cannabis. It boosts our sensory functions (vision, hearing, colour perception...) and increases creativity. However, it provokes many side effects such as dry mouth, tachycardia, altered perception of time… THC can be used for therapeutic purposes as well. It's a great analgesic, antiemetic…

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    What is CBD?

    CBD or cannabidiol is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid present in some cannabis strains. It counteracts the effects of THC, reducing its psychoactive levels and other negative effects such as the cotton mouth sensation, the tachycardia and the altered perception of time. Thanks to this substance, the adverse consequences of THC are moderated and so recreational users with lower tolerance to THC…

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    How many types of marijuana are there?

    Despite there being thousands of cannabis hybrids, as many as breeders can create, all of them can be classified in three large groups: Sativa, Indica and Ruderalis. Each one of these strains has its own growth pattern, as well as distinct aromatic and aesthetic features. Hybrids result from crossing them.
    * More info : Differences between cannabis Indica, cannabis Sativa and…

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Technical FAQs

    What is pH?

    PH (potential of hydrogen) is a numerical way of defining the level of acidity or alkalinity of the nutrient solution we’re providing our cannabis plants with. It plays a major role in the absorption and metabolism of nutrients, which directly affects the development and the health of our plants. Since it’s responsible for the optimal distribution of nutrients, we could say that it…

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    What is EC?

    EC or electrical conductivity is one of the main things to consider when growing marijuana. This parameter expresses the concentration of mineral salts of the nutrient solution and is closely linked to the nutrition of our plants. Complementary to pH (potential of hydrogen), EC is an essential value that allows us to measure the concentration of the nutrients necessary for our plants’…

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    How do I have to prune my cannabis plants?

    Thanks to pruning, our marijuana plants will grow happier and produce better results. This technique allows us to control the growth of our plants, whether we want to make them grow sideways and develop more branches or make the most out of the available light. There are several methods, such as the ‘super-cropping’, ‘FIMing’ or ‘topping’, but to name just a…

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    How do I have to dry and cure my marijuana buds?

    The secret of a successful drying of cannabis buds is in the selection of a good place to store them during the 15-30 days the process lasts. Buds have to be kept in a dark but well-ventilated place with a temperature not exceeding 27ºC and low humidity levels, to avoid the development of mould and fungi. We recommend cutting off the branches and hanging them upside down, exactly as if it…

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Payment FAQs

    How do you ensure the privacy of my data?

    We hold a security certificate, issued by the leading certifying entity Thawte, which allows the encryption of exchanged information and the certification of the owner of the website. All the information transmitted between you and dinafem.org is confidential and is encrypted when sent online.

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    What is a secured card?

    Visa and MasterCard have their own verification systems: Verified by Visa and MasterCard SecureCode. These systems are aimed at verifying whether the transaction is being carried out by the cardholder. There are several ways to prevent fraud, the most common of which is the SMS that the cardholder’s number receives after the card details have been introduced. If the card is not secured,…

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