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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 ADHD

The Cannigma

To find the best kind of cannabis for you, focus on the cannabinoid and terpene profiles, rather than the strain names. 8 A 2017 study found that Sativex, a THC dominant nasal spray, had “nominally significant” improvements on hyperactivity and inattention. Forget what you know about strain names and let go of the indica/sativa debate.

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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. A 2017 questionnaire study of 171 people with PTSD found that 77% of the participants experienced a reduction in PTSD symptoms after cannabis use.

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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. Forget strain names , and don’t lose yourself in the indica/sativa debate; these are not reliable indicators of how a strain will affect you.

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Finding Rare Cannabinoids in Non-Cannabis Plants

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But a follow-up study conducted by Italian researchers in 2017 failed to find CBG or its acidic precursor in H. Terpenes and a few flavonoids accompany lipophilic cannabis flowers, whereas a complex array of flavones and water-soluble cannabinoids develop in H. Bioactive prenylogous cannabinoid from fiber hemp (Cannabis sativa).

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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. Best terpenes for seniors. Best terpenes for relieving aches and pains.

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How is CBD synthesised?

Cannabis Info

Before placing a new strain on the market, we test it for cannabinoids and terpenes so that we can ensure both profiles meet our quality standards. It is now widely known that Cannabis is a monotypic genus that consists of a single species: Cannabis sativa , as it was described by Leonard Fuchs in the 16th century ( 1 ). J Nat Prod.

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