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Terpenes in Medical Cannabis: Unlocking the Power of Aromatherapy in Healing

United Patients Group

While cannabinoids, such as THC and CBD, are the most well-known components of the cannabis plant, there is another group of naturally occurring compounds that play a crucial role in the overall therapeutic properties of cannabis: terpenes. Key aspects of terpenes include: 1.

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Best strains and terpenes for anxiety

The Cannigma

There are complex interactions between cannabinoids, terpenes, the endocannabinoid system, your hormones and your brain, and research is still in the early stages, so there’s a lot we don’t know. But what we do know is certain terpenes and specific types of cannabis have been linked with reducing anxiety or its symptoms.

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Terpene Spotlight: Pulegone

FloridaMarijuana.net

Cannabis has been used for human consumption for centuries. Trytek and Fiedurek , in their article titled “ Terpenes: Substances Useful in Human Healthcare ,” established that “Terpenes are naturally occurring substances produced by a wide variety of plants and animals. Paduch, Kandefer-Szersze?, According to P.M. Banana Kush.

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6 Most Popular Cannabis Consumption Methods

Cannabis Law Report

With the cannabis industry growing at an unprecedented rate, people are spoilt of choice with the consumption methods and brands. When this method of consumption is being discussed, joints and blunts readily come to mind. Unlike smoking, several cannabinoids, terpenes, and other ingredients are vaporized and inhaled.

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Best strains and terpenes for nausea

The Cannigma

The best type of cannabis to treat nausea is a Type I or Type II strain with a terpene profile that includes limonene or humulene. THC has well-documented antiemetic properties with studies that date back to the 1980s. Why THC can reduce nausea still isn’t fully understood. Why THC can reduce nausea still isn’t fully understood.

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Best strains and terpenes for sleep

The Cannigma

There have been some studies around cannabinoids and certain terpenes effects on sleep, but most of this research is preclinical, which means it’s not tested on humans yet. To ensure you’re using the right strain for a good night’s rest, focus on the chemotype and terpene profiles of your weed. " THC and sleep.

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Best strains and terpenes for ADHD

The Cannigma

To find the best kind of cannabis for you, focus on the cannabinoid and terpene profiles, rather than the strain names. 8 A 2017 study found that Sativex, a THC dominant nasal spray, had “nominally significant” improvements on hyperactivity and inattention. A high dose of THC can be more distracting than focusing.

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