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Cannabis Terpenes, Part 3: A Few of Our Favorite Terpenes

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Cannabis also has terpenes. Terpenes are can be thought of like the essential oils of the cannabis plant. Edition (2001): Medicinal plants contain a variety of bioactive compounds such as terpenes, which are composed of essential oils. Terpenes are found throughout the the plant world. According to P.M.

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Terpene Spotlight: Caryophyllene

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Terpenes appear in abundance within nature, and it’s estimated that over 20,000 terpenes exist within our ecosystems. Every single plant, herb, flower, vegetable and fruit possess terpenes; and each terpene serves a very specific purpose. Terpenes contribute to the characteristic odor and flavor of any plant.

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Best strains and terpenes for ADHD

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To find the best kind of cannabis for you, focus on the cannabinoid and terpene profiles, rather than the strain names. A 2016 online review of cannabis and ADHD posts found that 25% of posts contained mention of therapeutic effects of cannabis on ADHD symptoms while 8% reported worse symptoms. Best terpenes for ADHD.

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Terpene Spotlight: Geraniol

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Terpenes appear in abundance within nature, and over 20,000 (approximately) terpenes exist within our ecosystems. Every single plant, herb, flower, vegetable and fruit possess terpenes; and each terpene serves a very specific purpose. Terpenes contribute to the characteristic odor and flavor of any plant.

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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. A 2016 preclinical rodent trial found that CBDA was “1000 times more potent than CBD in reducing acute nausea” and “may be a highly effective treatment for acute nausea.” Best terpenes for nausea.

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Best strains and terpenes for pain management

The Cannigma

The best type of cannabis for dealing with chronic pain tends to be type I or type II strain with a terpene profile that includes linalool, pinene, beta-caryophyllene, limonene, or myrcene. When shopping for a strain for chronic pain, look for one that matches the cannabinoid and terpene profile, not one that matches the strain name exactly.

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The Cannabis Cancer Connection

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See chapter: Cannabinoids, Terpenes & Flavonoids ). ” Terpenes More than 200 terpenes have been identified in the cannabis plant, and some have demonstrated antineoplastic activity. 21,22 ( See chapter: Cannabinoids, Terpenes & Flavonoids ).