Jessica Aragona
As a registered dietitian and nutrition consultant, Jessica has a unique perspective on the nutritional benefits of cannabis.
As a registered dietitian and nutrition consultant, Jessica has a unique perspective on the nutritional benefits of cannabis.
Most popular articles
A Dietitian’s Perspective on Cannabis
As a dietitian, when I look at the cannabis plant, I first see its nutritional value as a vegetable, loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Jessica Aragona - December 26, 2013Will Hemp Oils and Other Hemp Products Test Positive on Drug Tests?
As a healthcare professional, a common question that I receive when talking to patients and clients who are interested in incorporating the use of hemp products or hemp foods into their daily routine is: “Will eating hemp foods show up positive for THC on a drug test?” According to the research studies available, the answer […]
Jessica Aragona - September 6, 2016How to Augment the Power of Aphrodisiacs With Cannabis
Spoil yourself (and your partner) by nourishing your body, mind, and love life with tantalizing foods and titillating cannabis strains.
Jessica Aragona - February 12, 2016Want to Try Cannabis Juicing? Check Out These Recipes and Guidelines
If you’re feeling fatigued, sluggish, or backed up, incorporating seven days of green cannabis juice into your diet can be a simple way to nourish, cleanse, and reset your systems.
Jessica Aragona - April 29, 2016Recipe: How to Make a Cannabis Blast Off Breakfast Smoothie
Rise and shine with the super power of cannabis! A combination of raw cannabis, hemp seeds and hemp milk, this smoothie is the perfect balance of breakfast fuels to start your day off right.
Jessica Aragona - November 7, 2013Articles contributed to Leafly (by most recent)
Will Hemp Oils and Other Hemp Products Test Positive on Drug Tests?
As a healthcare professional, a common question that I receive when talking to patients and clients who are interested in incorporating the use of hemp products or hemp foods into their daily routine is: “Will eating hemp foods show up positive for THC on a drug test?” According to the research studies available, the answer […]
Jessica Aragona - September 6, 2016Hemp Seed Food Products Can Bring Heart Health Benefits
Hemp seed food products can provide a variety of positive benefits. Find out how it affects your health, and learn how to incorporate it in your diet.
Jessica Aragona - July 24, 2016Want to Try Cannabis Juicing? Check Out These Recipes and Guidelines
If you’re feeling fatigued, sluggish, or backed up, incorporating seven days of green cannabis juice into your diet can be a simple way to nourish, cleanse, and reset your systems.
Jessica Aragona - April 29, 2016How to Augment the Power of Aphrodisiacs With Cannabis
Spoil yourself (and your partner) by nourishing your body, mind, and love life with tantalizing foods and titillating cannabis strains.
Jessica Aragona - February 12, 2016Recipe: How to Make Cannabis-Infused Nacho ‘Cheese’
This nacho "cheese" recipe uses potatoes, garlic, and carrots combined with nutritional yeast and cannabis-infused oil to create a vegan, gluten-free snacking experience.
Jessica Aragona - December 27, 2015Recipe: How to Make Cannabis-Infused Gingerbread Mini Cakes
Try out these crispy, cannabis-infused gingerbread mini-cakes and add a little spice to your day!
Jessica Aragona - December 30, 2014Recipe: How to Make Canna-Mint Haystack Treats
Meet canna-mint haystacks, the raw, vegan treat that make a great alternative to your average infused baked good. They're gooey, chocolatey, and oh so delicious!
Jessica Aragona - December 24, 2014Recipe: How to Make a Christmas Quinoa and Hemp Seed Oil Salad
Christmas quinoa salad is the perfect combination of delicious nutritious ingredients to keep you fueled up and ready to go all season long.
Jessica Aragona - December 18, 2014Recipe: How to Make Cannabis-Infused “Herb” Roasted Potatoes
For this recipe, baby red potatoes are enhanced with the healing powers of herbs and cannabis before being roasted in coconut oil to a perfect golden color.
Jessica Aragona - April 3, 2014Recipe: How to Make Cannabis-Infused Coleslaw
Everyone loves a good side dish. One of my personal favorites is coleslaw, which I treat like a salad, mixing up a variety of fresh vegetables, dried seeds, and cannabis all year long.
Jessica Aragona - January 9, 2014