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Marijuana Terpenes: What They Are, Why You Need Them, How To Use Them

Cannabis Cheri

What Are Terpenes? Terpenes are the compounds that give plants, not just marijuana plants but all plants, their aromas. From the plant’s perspective, terpenes provide it with natural protection from bacteria, fungus, insects and other environmental threats. Forget About Indica and Sativa: How Terpenes Affect Your Cannabis.

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Marijuana Terpenes: What They Are, Why You Need Them, How To Use Them

Cannabis Cheri

? What Are Terpenes? Terpenes are the compounds that give plants, not just marijuana plants but all plants, their aromas. From the plant’s perspective, terpenes provide it with natural protection from bacteria, fungus, insects and other environmental threats.

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Terpene Spotlight: Limonene

FloridaMarijuana.net

Cannabinoid Receptors , referred to as CB1 and CB2, are an essential part of the human body’s endocannabinoid system. Terpenes appear in abundance within nature, and it’s estimated that over 20,000 terpenes exist within our ecosystems. Terpenes contribute to the characteristic odor and flavor of any plant.

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Understanding Cannabis Terpenes

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

These aromas are caused by naturally occurring chemical compounds called terpenes, which are found in most plants and are responsible for giving them their odor. If you’ve ever wondered what gives pine trees their unique scent or what makes orange peels smell so intense, it’s because of the terpenes.

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Best strains and terpenes for ASD

The Cannigma

Based on limited existing evidence, the best strain of cannabis for autism is a high-CBD strain with limited THC, and a terpene profile that includes beta-caryophyllene, linalool, limonene, pinene, or myrcene. Strain names are included in this article as a reference point, but strain names are an unreliable indicator of chemical makeup.

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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. For ease of reference, strain names are included in this article. Related Stories.

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Dispelling Myths: Why CBD Alone Isn’t the Whole Picture for Wellness

United Patients Group

When it comes to using CBD, Full Plant Medicine contains 0.3 % THC as well as terpenes. Terpenes are the component of the plant, which contain many wonderful properties and are best known for their smells and tastes, like smelling a rose or peeling an orange. Linalool for example, is from lavender…this helps with calm and sleep.

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