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Best strains and terpenes for seniors

The Cannigma

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. Sure, it’s less addictive than some pharmaceutical drugs, with fewer side effects than most.

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Terpene Spotlight: Linalool

FloridaMarijuana.net

Often, patients are prescribed opioids and other pharmaceutical medications. Terpenes appear in abundance within nature, and it’s estimated that over 20,000 terpenes exist within our ecosystems. Every single plant, herb, flower, vegetable and fruit possess terpenes; and each terpene serves a very specific purpose.

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The Impact of Medical Marijuana on Insomnia

MMJ Recs

Insomnia is a common sleep disorder characterized by the difficulty of falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing non-restorative sleep, despite having adequate opportunity for rest. Managing insomnia often involves a multifaceted approach that addresses underlying factors contributing to sleep disturbances.

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Learn which Rare Cannabinoid is Best for Weight Loss, Sleep or Pain

SpeedWeed

This scientific study found that THCV works in a similar way to pharmaceutical anti-obesity drugs with far less risk of side effects. CBN for Sleep. It may therefore offer a restful night’s sleep without the grogginess or hung-over feeling that pharmaceutical sedatives or even melatonin can produce in some instances. .

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A Guide to the Most Popular MMJ Strains

MMJ Recs

The realm of MMJ is expanding rapidly, with various types becoming the most popular MMJ strains due to their unique combinations of cannabinoids and terpenes. “Northern Lights,” another Indica strain, is celebrated for its sedative properties, inducing a deep sense of calm and tranquility conducive to a good night’s sleep.

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Dr. Andrew Weil on Cannabis and Integrative Medicine

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In general, I think that botanical medicine is safer than pharmaceutical medicine, that the chances of causing harm are much less. Others say if they use before bedtime, they can’t sleep, they stay awake all night. I include pharmaceutical drugs in that category. Cannabis is a really special case.

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Getting to Know Cannabigerol with Bonni Goldstein, MD

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And it does appear to address some of the main issues that people turn to cannabis for — inflammation, pain, anxiety, sleep problems, depression, and cancer. It was highly rated for anxiety, pain, depression, and sleep problems. Remember, the pharmaceutical model is “this medicine addresses this specific target.”