United Patients Group

JULY 22, 2023

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. Indica Strains : Known for their relaxing effects, indica strains are typically recommended for nighttime use.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 24, 2023

If you’re considering MMJ for pain management, it’s essential to explore the best strains suited for your needs. In this guide, we present the top 10 MMJ strains for pain relief and how they can make a difference in chronic pain management. The strain’s pleasant flavor is an added bonus.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This month, I tried one of the most iconic sativa strains out there: the powerful Durban Poison. Here’s what I thought of the strain. It has also gained quite a reputation for being one of the strongest sativa strains on the market. The strain’s most prominent terpene Terpinolene normally has a fruity, floral essence.

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The Cannigma

JULY 21, 2021

The acclaimed cannabis chemovar (strain) “ Headband ” was named as one of the three most popular for migraine and headache patients, in a new study released in June, 2021. Terpenes in a strain may help determine whether or not a cannabis chemovar produces a more relaxing or sedative high. The post What strains are best for migraines?

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 15, 2023

In the pre-legalization days, the High Times Cannabis Cup was a way for breeders to highlight their newest, most exciting strains. White Grapefruit Cookies from Seed & Strain , as part of the Sativa Flower Kit, is one of those cultivars. White Grapefruit Cookies is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Lemonberry and Tropicanna Cookies.

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The Cannigma

MARCH 16, 2021

It is possible to visually distinguish between high-CBD and high-THC cannabis strains just by looking at the physical properties of the plants as they grow, according to new research from scientists at the University of Alberta and two Canadian bioscience companies, PBG BioPharma and Egret Bioscience Ltd. It appears here with permission.

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United Patients Group

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

A Guide to Choosing Cannabis Strains for Chronic Pain Relief The use of cannabis to treat chronic pain is becoming increasingly popular among patients seeking alternative treatments for their symptoms. What are the Best Cannabis Strains for Chronic Pain? What are the Cannabinoids Found in Cannabis?

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 13, 2025

Im a sucker for a great strain name. Funky Lo Mein is a hybrid cross of Raspberry Shortcake and (Bermuda Triangle OG X (Louis XIII X Grim Bastard OG). This batch of flower tested at 0.27% THC, 15.76% THCa, and 16.36% total cannabinoids. This batch of flower tested at 0.27% THC, 15.76% THCa, and 16.36% total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Seed & Strain from Columbia Care had been one of those brands that had eluded me, until now. From the Sativa Flower kit, I pulled the 3D strain for my first Seed & Strain review. 3D is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Apollo 13, Jacks Cleaner, and Space Queen. Individual experiences can be varied.

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The Cannigma

AUGUST 31, 2022

To find the best strain for working out, look for a blend of THC and CBD that provides a boost of energy, lightens or improves your mood, and has a terpene profile that includes pinene, myrcene, limonene, or humulene. Strains mentioned in this article include: ACDC Cannatonic Critical Mass Gelato.

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The Herb Collective

JANUARY 21, 2025

Known for its award-winning strains , cutting-edge research and development (R&D), and sustainable cultivation methods , CBX has earned a reputation as one of the most influential cannabis companies in the world. This craft approach ensures that each strain is developed with the utmost attention to detail, ensuring superior quality.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 17, 2024

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll take a look at the best strains of medical marijuana for arthritis pain, exploring the role of CBD-rich strains, the delicate balance of THC, and other crucial considerations when using cannabis to manage arthritis symptoms.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

We’re exploring the best marijuana strains for anxiety and depression, cannabis strains known for their anxiety and depression relief, and top MMJ strains to combat these mental health challenges. The effects of MMJ strains can vary, and what works well for one person may not be the ideal choice for another.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 15, 2024

Despite reviewing more than 500 products, a great strain name still catches my eye. Cresco’s Blu Bomb Pop strain recently grabbed my attention when I spotted it on Sunnyside Champaign’s menu. Blu Bomb Pop is a hybrid cross of Candy Rain and Blulato. THCa, and 26.22% total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 23, 2024

I hadn’t heard of Kaviar’s Forbidden Razittlez when I first spotted it on the menu at Star Buds Burbank a while ago, so I decided to pick a sample to see what the strain had to offer. Forbidden Razittles is an indica -eaning hybrid cross of an unknown strain and Zkittlez.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 29, 2024

I’ve sampled a few “standard bearer” strains across multiple producers, states, and markets. Lumpy’s Apple Fritter is one of those strains. I recently spotted the strain on the menu at nuEra Urbana from Interstate 420 , so I picked up an eighth to review. Apple Fritter is a hybrid cross of Sour Apple and Animal Cookies.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As the cannabis industry matures and starts to take itself more seriously, one area that I hope never gets too “grown up” is the tendency for breeders to still have fun when naming strains. I picked up an eighth of the strain to review. Lusty Lady is a hybrid cross of Bahama Mama and Red Runtz, bred originally by Exotic Genetix.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 25, 2024

When I review a new batch of releases, I’m usually met with a flood of follow-up recommendations from readers for strains from the same collection. Johnny Apple Seed is a hybrid cross of Cereal Milk and Apple Fritter, originally bred by Elev8. This batch of flower tested at 0.52% THC, 21.19% THCa, and 22.05% total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 3, 2024

While I love sampling the never-ending list of new genetics hitting shelves, I also love revisiting strains I’ve sampled before, especially when it’s a different format. Purple Churro is a hybrid cross of Cinnamon Horchata and Apples and Bananas, originally created by Compound Genetics.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 21, 2024

Cresco has catered to these buyers by tapping into a longstanding genetic standout with its new TK-91 strain. Picked up at Sunnyside Champaign , TK-91 is a hybrid cross of Triangle Kush and Chem 91. total cannabinoids. Heavier than the hybrid label led me to anticipate, TK-91 opened with a foggy and distractible headspace.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 7, 2023

I’ve said before that classic strains are classic for a reason, and when multiple legendary strains are crossed, I have to explore the results. POTUS Berriez is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Runtz, Afghani, and OG Kush. This live resin tested at 2.09% D9THC, 81.63% THCa, and 85.06% total cannabinoids. ILNJ photos.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

By Patsy Marie Known for making High Times’ 2016 World’s Strongest Strains list, Apple Fritter has always been a potent and reliable cultivar. As someone who is always looking to try another apple strain, I was genuinely excited when I first saw Apple Fritter in February of 2022, just after Ozone first released its concentrate line.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 16, 2024

While credible arguments can be made for many classic strains, I still believe the best way to drop a new label is with new genetics. Jelly Roll is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Jokerz 31 and Gastropop. Jelly Roll is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Jokerz 31 and Gastropop. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

So when I noticed Rise Effingham listed a few Rythm strains by Green Thumb that we have not yet reviewed, I drove down and picked up three samples. This review is for the strain Jupiter. Jupiter is a hybrid cross of Chem 4 and Goliath. This eighth tested at 27.87% THCa, 0.54% THC, and 28.40% total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

After a couple years covering the product space in the Illinois market, it’s easy to tell which strains are cultivator’s darlings. Don Shula is a hybrid cross of The White and Diagonal sourced from Cool Beans Seed Co. Don Shula is a hybrid cross of The White and Diagonal sourced from Cool Beans Seed Co.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 19, 2023

After reviewing hundreds of strains in the last 40 months, I’d like to think I have a pretty good sense of how a strain’s flavor and effects will turn out if I have previously sampled its parent strains. Cap N’ Kush by Rythm was one of those strains. Cap N’ Kush by Rythm was one of those strains.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 22, 2023

While I wait for Illinois cultivators to release multi-strain products that offer a similar experience, I’ve been doing the next best thing and creating my own flights of cannabis strains. THC, 33.79% THCa, and 34.76% total cannabinoids. Blueberry Cupcake provided an unexpected boost of energy and motivation as well.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Thankfully, The Botanist has more than one “strawberry strain” in its new genetic lineup. Bloom Ztrawberriez #12 is a hybrid cross of Orange Zkittlez and Strawberry Guava originally bred by Bloom Seed Co. This batch of flower tested at 0.58% THC, 28.54% THCa, and 30.14% total cannabinoids.

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The Cannigma

APRIL 5, 2022

Generally you can follow these simple rules: feminized cannabis seeds take four to eight months to reach maturity 1 sativa-heavy strains generally take longer to flower versus indicas 2. Note that these rules don’t apply to autoflowering hybrids. Also, autoflowering strains take much less time than regular marijuana hybrids.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Ice Cream Sandwiches is a hybrid cross of Ice Cream Cake and Oreoz. This batch of prerolls tested at 0.096% CBDa, 1.701% THC, 47.632% THCa, and 49.429% total cannabinoids. Jet Fuel OG is a hybrid cross of High Country Diesel and Aspen OG. ILNJ photos Dogwalkers prerolls came as a 5-pack of 0.35-gram gram cones.

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Veriheal

MARCH 24, 2025

Is it the name of a strain? Browsing through different varieties of cannabis, you may have come across monikers like Fire OG, OG Chem, and Skywalker OG , among numerous other OG strains. Strains that feature OG in the name belong to a special lineage of hybrid cannabis plants descended from the legendary OG Kush strain.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Despite claiming the 3rd largest legal cannabis market in America, Illinois has relatively few “signature” strains. Fox River Chem is a hybrid Chemdog cross. This batch of flower tested at 0.47% THC, 24.58% THCa, and 25.05% total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

After sampling the first releases from Kaviar , I’ve looked forward to sampling the label’s new strains from its in-house grows. Windy City Mints is a hybrid cross of Triangle Mints and Kush Mints. Windy City Mints is a hybrid cross of Triangle Mints and Kush Mints. ILNJ photo This eighth consisted of five popcorn-sized flowers.

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Illinois News Joint

JULY 7, 2023

With the ever-expanding array of cultivated cultivars, it becomes crucial to take notice when a strain garners a devoted fan base. Tales & Travels has recently released a fresh batch of this strain. The Glove is a hybrid cross of The Snowman and Y Life. The Glove is a hybrid cross of The Snowman and Y Life.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Galaxy Labs has been continuously adding strains to the brand’s profile since it came to market. Recently, at the Illinois Craft Showcase, the label had more than five new strains fresh out of R&D testing. I picked up one of those new strains, Guava Bars, to review.

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Illinois News Joint

JULY 11, 2023

Rythm has been impressive with its recent selection of blockbuster strains, and one standout is Space Cream. Rythm has introduced this hybrid strain as a live resin variant. Space Cream is a hybrid cross of Time Wreck and Space Queel. The indicated terpenes were 2.59% limonene, 1.6%

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 14, 2023

Ever since I reviewed the Bullet Train Extracts ’ Refined Taste and Payton’s Pie Infused Prerolls , I’ve been looking forward to following up with the two remaining strains I also picked up, Lime OG and Blueberry Cupcake. Lime OG is a hybrid cross of Lime Skunk and Triple OG. I picked up both prerolls at Consume Marion.

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