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Indica And Sativa Are Wrong, Study Finds You Buy Cannabis For Terpenes

Cannabis Life Network

Cannabis cultivars — informally known as “strains” — stretch across a spectrum of effects and aromas, spinning into various products. Consumers commonly divide this spectrum into Indica and Sativa while incorrectly focusing on THC percentage.

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Best strains and terpenes for creativity

The Cannigma

We also don’t know which, if any, terpenes have an effect on creativity. The best strains for creativity are Type II, with a balance of THC and CBD and a terpene profile that includes pinene, linalool, and beta-caryophyllene. Consuming THC increases blood flow to the cingulate cortex, which regulates sensory information and emotion.

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Best strains and terpenes for PTSD

The Cannigma

But by having an understanding of the cannabinoid and terpene profile, you can simply use strain names as a starting point and explore the chemical profile of the chemovar from there. While the common conversation about cannabis is still centered on the indica/sativa divide, this is not the best way to pick your strains.

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Best strains and terpenes for focus and flow state

The Cannigma

There is certainly some evidence that cannabis may be helpful with increasing focus, in the right dose with the right terpenes and cannabinoids. The best weed strains to help you focus have a balance of CBD and THC, are energizing and stress-relieving, and have a terpene profile that includes pinene, linalool, or beta-caryophyllene.

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Understanding the Difference Between Indica and Sativa Cannabis Strains

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

If you have been into a dispensary recently, you may have noticed that there are three main types of offerings: Indica, Sativa, and hybrid. Sativa and Indica represent two distinct strains of cannabis and have different intended effects. What Is Sativa? The Plant: The Sativa plant is tall in stature and features narrow leaves.

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Navigating the World of Medical Marijuana Strains: A Guide for Patients and Healthcare Providers

United Patients Group

As medical marijuana gains acceptance in mainstream medicine, patients and healthcare providers need to be well-informed about the various strains available and their unique effects on the body. Sativa Strains : Recognized for their invigorating and uplifting effects, sativa strains are better suited for daytime use.

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Review: Orange Mojito by The Botanist

Illinois News Joint

Not only did the name promise a citrus-heavy profile, the genetics leaned toward the sativa side of the spectrum. Orange Mojito is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Orange Cookies and SinMint Cookies. Listed terpenes were β-caryophyllene at 0.63%, limonene at 0.47%, and β-myrcene at 0.23%.

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