About the Author
Dr. Riley Kirk is a cannabis research scientist, educator, advocate and consumer.
Her work focuses on studying both the chemistry of the plant at the laboratory level as well as researching the community of people who benefit from the medicinal effects of cannabis.
She believes that education is harm reduction and everyone should have access to learning about the scientific side of cannabis to become more educated and conscious consumers.
She lives a lifestyle that is very connected with the natural world, growing and creating her own products, hunting, foraging and spending as much time as possible outdoors.
A great look at a plant and all its possibilities and what science has shown us. With personal commentary, science, social commentary, history and more it’s a great read to learn more about something the powers at be kept from us for so many years.Great art, great snippets facts and learnings. Must read for anyone interested in cannabis user or not.
About the Book
Reefer Wellness was written to offer a new perspective on cannabis. The book uses science and lived experience to reverse the stigma caused by Reefer Madness.
With sections on history, chemistry, lived experience, testing, adverse effects and more you will learn something new from cracking this book open.
The book you NEED if you want to learn about cannabis. Just finished the first chapter and I am blown away by the quality of the book, the editing, and the knowledge drops on every page. So many people would benefit from the information in this book. Whether you are a weekend warrior, a veteran stoner, a medical patient, or just curious I think there is something for everyone. Also big shout out to DK for taking a chance on this book and Dr. Riley.
Science Over Stigma
Reefer Madness was a political campaign rooted in racism, power and control. Reefer Wellness takes a new perspective using science to reverse the stimga of cannabis and cannabis consumers.
Whether you already consume, are considering using cannabis, or simply curious about this widely misunderstood and demonized plant, Reefer Wellness by Dr. Riley Kirk is a unique and important tool for better understanding and de-stigmatizing cannabis.