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Terpene Spotlight: Myrcene

FloridaMarijuana.net

These essential oils are called Terpenes, and while research is still evolving, science has proven that these oils can drastically improve a patient’s quality of life. Cannabis and its Terpenes synchronize their chemical effects by working concurrently. Because of Terpenes, each cannabis strain possesses a distinct taste and scent.

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Which Terpenes Are Found in ‘Lemon’ Strains?

Leafly

As we learn more and more about terpenes, we posed the question: are Lemon cannabis strains dominant in limonene? Data suggests no so we took a deeper look. The post Which Terpenes Are Found in ‘Lemon’ Strains? appeared first on Leafly.

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The nose knows: how to identify common scents from terpenes

The Cannigma

These odors are thanks to terpenes, chemical compounds that contribute to both the smell and taste of cannabis, and perhaps certain effects of different strains as well. Terpenes have therapeutic value on their own and THC is just one part of the overall effect of cannabis. Best strains and terpenes for anxiety. Related Stories.

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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. " Best terpenes for sleep.

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CBD Topical Medicine: What Does the Science Say?

Project CBD

Such products rely on chemical enhancers (called excipients) like ethanol, propylene glycol, oleic acid, and even terpenes to help cannabinoids sneak past the skin barrier and into the bloodstream. Ultimately, they concluded that the available data on pain and other outcomes was unreliable, with a high risk of bias.

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How might terpenes contribute to the ‘entourage effect’ of cannabis?

Leafly

But is there evidence that suggests terpenes play a role in cannabis' effects? The post How might terpenes contribute to the ‘entourage effect’ of cannabis? The entourage effect, or the theory that cannabis compounds work synergistically, may explain why strains make us feel differently. appeared first on Leafly.

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How Cannabis Preservation Techniques Impact Terpene Content

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Eybna Technologies , an Israeli research-focused terpene company , noticed that there is a preference for live cannabis products and then sought out to understand why. Many people think that losing terpenes is a good trade for acquiring the cannabinoids but the terpene content responsible for the flavors and aromas associated with cannabis.