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Beta-Caryophyllene: Terpene Powerhouse

Project CBD

Project CBD recently reported on studies indicating that cannabis terpenes — the compounds that give the plant its robust and distinctive smell — activate the CB1 cannabinoid receptor. What’s more, in the presence of THC (also a CB1 agonist), terpenes appear to modulate cannabinoid activity in varied and interesting ways.

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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. Additionally, nausea is a common side effect of cancer treatments, migraines, pregnancy, and more. THC has well-documented antiemetic properties with studies that date back to the 1980s.

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Terpene Spotlight: Farnesene

FloridaMarijuana.net

Cannabis has been used for thousands of years as a medicinal aid to treatment numerous ailments. THC and CBD are two popular cannabinoids, and have been used medicinally for centuries. Cannabis also has terpenes. Terpenes are can be thought of like the essential oils of the cannabis plant.

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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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Terpene Spotlight: Pulegone

FloridaMarijuana.net

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. The healing cannabis plant is most notably known for the compounds THC and CBD. Paduch, Kandefer-Szersze?,

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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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Terpene Spotlight: Bergamotene

FloridaMarijuana.net

The healing cannabis plant is most notably known for the compounds THC and CBD. As researchers dive into the depths of the cannabinoid system it is becoming clear that cannabis terpenes are just as vital to a plant’s efficacy as are THC and CBD. Because of Terpenes, each cannabis strain possesses a distinct taste and scent.

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