Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

DECEMBER 14, 2022

For some, loyalty to a specific strain is crucial when looking for products to try, while other cannabis consumers are more open to trying new hybrids and broadening their cannabis horizons. If you’re ready to browse our selection, you may be wondering: is there really a difference between cannabis strains? Cannabis Strain Vocabulary.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

At the end of a long day, a heavy indica lulling me off to sleep is really hard to beat. During a recent stop at Star Buds Burbank a budtender told me about Grape Jubilee, one of the more indica-leaning strains from Kaviar’s new releases. Grape Jubilee is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Cereal Milk and Berry Bubba.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 16, 2024

While Super Boof has been around for a while now, 2023 was the real breakout year for the funny-named strain. Northern Heights by Oregonix included the cut as part of the labels first strain drops, and it immediately grabbed my attention. I stopped into nuEra Champaign and picked up an eighth to sample. Terpenes were 1.3%

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The Cannigma

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Having an abundance of very potent cannabis at your fingertips is a great problem to have, but are we missing the point when we talk about the potency of cannabis strains? Instead, it’s better to take a more holistic look at cannabis chemovars, their cannabinoid and terpene profile – and your own personal tastes and goals.

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The Cannigma

JUNE 16, 2022

The best strain for each individual is subjective, but often the best strains for the elderly are Type II or Type III (balanced THC:CBD and high CBD chemovars, respectively) with a terpene profile that includes limonene, linalool, pinene, or myrcene. Best strains for multiple sclerosis. THC vs CBD: What’s the difference?

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The Cannigma

MARCH 31, 2022

But how can you be more confident that you’re using a strain that will help you feel better, and not make your PTSD symptoms worse? Of the three types of strains (high THC, balanced, and high CBD), each one has a benefit in treating specific symptoms. How to choose cannabis strains for anxiety.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

Every time I check the menu, I see new Kaviar strains. WEPA is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Whoody Melon and Platinum OG. This batch of flower tested at 0.97% THC, 25.32% THCa, and 26.29% total cannabinoids. The physical aspect lagged behind, only fully building into a warm blanket-style indica sensation after 15 minutes.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 16, 2024

While credible arguments can be made for many classic strains, I still believe the best way to drop a new label is with new genetics. Jelly Roll is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Jokerz 31 and Gastropop. Jelly Roll is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Jokerz 31 and Gastropop. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Rythm has tapped into this strategy with several strains. Recently, I spotted Animal Face, a strain bred by Seed Junky Genetics , on the menu at Rise Effingham , so I stopped in and picked up a sample. Animal Face is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Face Off OG and Animal Mints.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 25, 2023

As an insomniac, I pay special attention to strains that promise a heavy indica experience. When Extreme Cream from Rythm promised a “heavy handed indica” experience on the menu at Rise Effingham , I had to try a sample to see if it deserved a spot in the toolbox. Extreme Cream is not a “day” strain.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 7, 2023

I’ve said before that classic strains are classic for a reason, and when multiple legendary strains are crossed, I have to explore the results. POTUS Berriez is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Runtz, Afghani, and OG Kush. This live resin tested at 2.09% D9THC, 81.63% THCa, and 85.06% total cannabinoids. ILNJ photos.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 8, 2023

Hunting for the right strains to produce quality hash rosin is more art than science, but one cultivar has become a trusted “washable” strain, GMO. GMO is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Chemdawg and GSC. This batch of live rosin tested at 8.03% Delta 9 THC, 73.28% THCa, 0.15% CBDa, and 85.36% total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 3, 2024

Paul Bunyan Hybrid Kief is a one-gram blended strain kief that tested at 1.3%THC, THC, 31.48% THCa, and 33.83% total cannabinoids. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners. I recently stopped in to Consume Marion and picked up a gram to review.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 24, 2023

Daze Off is a new label from the cultivator producing Aerīz products, offering a new concept for the Illinois market: blends of two strains sold together in one jar. Once In a Lifetime is a blend of two strains, Florida Oranges and MSG. The jar indicated testing was at 1.58% Delta-9-THC, 19.28% THCa, and 21.63% total cannabinoids.

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United Patients Group

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The Science Behind Cannabis and Sleep To understand how medical marijuana can influence sleep, it is crucial to recognize its key chemical components, known as cannabinoids. Cannabinoids interact with the ECS by binding to distinct receptors, thus potentially influencing sleep patterns, inducing relaxation, and easing pain.

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Miss Marijuana

OCTOBER 9, 2020

The mind and body work together to bring the conscience to new levels of awareness, re-defining what it means to be present in the moment. RELATED: 8 Best Cannabis Strains For Focus. Best strains for meditation. Cannabinoid Profile: Indica, THC- Dominant. Cannabinoid Profile: Sativa- Dominant, THC-Dominant.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Ozone has a new batch of strains hitting menus, so I picked up a few samples from Ascend Horizon Drive to review, starting with Kush and Cream. Kush and Cream is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Zkittles and OG Kush Breath. This batch of flower tested at 0.01% THC, 23.912% THCa, and 24.48% total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 18, 2023

By Patsy Marie Whenever a popular strain comes around the Illinois market that I haven’t yet tried, I get excited, especially when it’s a classic strain. Purchased from Hatch Addison , this gram of Girl Scout Cookies Live Resin tested at 75.995% total cannabinoids with no present CBD or CBDA.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 13, 2023

While I may complain about a lack of infused baked goods at Illinois dispensaries, there’s no shortage of strains named after baked goods. Interested in what the craft label is bringing to market with the cookie-heavy strain, I picked up a sample to review. Biscotti is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Gelato #25 and South Florida OG.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 15, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of cannabis, it’s hard to ignore the magnetic pull of hype strains. One strain commanding attention across the industry is Jealousy, crowned as Strain of the Year in 2022. Created by Seed Junky Genetics , Jealousy is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Sherbert Bx1 and Gelato 41.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 30, 2023

The rich, hashy, and skunky flavors of old school cannabis strains will always have a special place in my heart. In a world where candy- and cookie-flavored strains get so much attention, there’s still a lot the “classics” can offer. NF-1 is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Northern Lights and Chemdawg.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 4, 2024

Butterstuff is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Peanut Butter Breath and Velvet Glove. This pack of infused prerolls tested at 3.061% THC,19.291% THCa, and 23.15% total cannabinoids. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

I recently picked up a few strains from the lineup including Big Chillz #1. Big Chillz #1 is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Big MAC and Chillz, originally bred by Capulator. This batch of flower tested at 0.67% THC, 25.23% THCa, and 26.27% total cannabinoids. ILNJ photo For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

JULY 31, 2023

Some consumers may chase experiences weighted towards one side of the indica-sativa spectrum, but there’s a real reward to identifying cultivars from both columns that can satisfy my needs. This preroll tested at 1.17% THC, 21.66% THCa, and 23.25% total cannabinoids. GG4 is just such a cultivar.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 9, 2023

NuEra recently took home the 2023 Cannabis Cup for Cobra Milk , so I jumped at the chance to sample the strain when I found it under the company’s Interstate 420 brand. Cobra Milk is an indica leaning hybrid cross of Jealousy and Cereal Milk. I stopped into nuEra Champaign and picked up an eighth to review.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 27, 2024

Blue Unicorn Poop is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Blue Sherbet and Unicorn Poop. These moonrocks are a blend of flower, kief, and oil that tested at 11.448% THCa, 48.847% THC, and 62.307% total cannabinoids. This heavy indica buzz lasted for the better part of an hour and left a calm clearheaded relaxation in its wake.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Pastries #34 is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Oreoz and Jet Fuel Gelato, originally bred by Compound Genetics. This batch of flower tested at 0.534% THC, 26.153% THCa, and 27.995% total cannabinoids. At the half-hour mark, heavy waves of weighted-style indica pressure started moving through my body.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

After a couple years covering the product space in the Illinois market, it’s easy to tell which strains are cultivator’s darlings. This batch of flower tested at 0.71% CBGa, 0.47% THC, 34.09% THCa, and 35.27% total cannabinoids. Don Shula is a hybrid cross of The White and Diagonal sourced from Cool Beans Seed Co.

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Miss Marijuana

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Choosing the right cannabis strain for your body can be tricky, but a wide variety of users have found balance with Harlequin. This strain delivers a warm high for a tense body and a soft massage for a busy mind. You have come to the right place if you are looking for an ideal daytime use strain. <25% indica.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2021

More specifically, the cannabinoids and terpenes of cannabis act upon the receptors within the Endocannabinoid System. For instance, the cannabinoid CBD reduces inflammation and promotes homeostasis. With the extent of crossbreeding that has taken place though, in reality, you purchase either Sativa-dominant or Indica-dominant strains.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Dawgma is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Chemnesia (Amnesia Haze and I95) and Big Hurt (Chemdawg D and I95). Delta 9 THC, 23.19% THCa, and 25.87% total cannabinoids. Mentally, the high CBGa numbers provided a clearheaded easygoing experience that kept me present and focused on what was happening.

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Veriheal

APRIL 26, 2021

“Do you want an indica or a sativa?” is a common first question being asked by those who are dispensing cannabis along with the question “Is this an indica or a sativa ?” Because c annabis strains have been crossbred so much, pure indica and sativa strains don’t exist. from cannabis consumers.

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Miss Marijuana

AUGUST 18, 2020

Purple Haze is perhaps one of the most famous strains of cannabis due to how long it’s been around. Thought to be descended from the strains Purple Thai and Haze, Purple Haze has adopted the best of both worlds with its delicious taste, energizing high, and vibrant purple color. . Sativa dominant hybrid (85% sativa/15% indica).

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 23, 2024

I hadn’t heard of Kaviar’s Forbidden Razittlez when I first spotted it on the menu at Star Buds Burbank a while ago, so I decided to pick a sample to see what the strain had to offer. Forbidden Razittles is an indica -eaning hybrid cross of an unknown strain and Zkittlez.

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Greencamp

AUGUST 25, 2018

The illness goes through periods of flare-ups when the disease is more active and periods of remission when only a few symptoms are present. Following this, there is a growing body of evidence which shows that cannabinoids may also inhibit interleukin-6, which is an inflammatory protein associated with autoimmune diseases.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 19, 2023

Bedford Grow has been continuously cultivating new strains, and when it recently launched a few new cultivars to its wide library, I picked up from Maribis of Springfield a couple samples, including this White Cherry Wedding Cake. This batch of flower tested at 21.38% THCa, 0.86% Delta-9-THC, 0.33% CBGa, and 22.57% total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

In certain industry jobs, workers are constantly awash in a sea of new genetic names, so when an established grower is producing a strain I haven’t heard of, I pay attention. Superflux recently put out a new-to-me strain, Oracle, in concentrate form, so I stopped into Nature’s Care Co.

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