How to Identify Terpenes by their Aromas and Understanding Their Effects
Ever wondered what makes your favorite plants smell so good? Meet terpenes – the unsung heroes behind those delightful aromas. These tiny molecules are like nature’s perfume makers, tucked away in plant resins and essential oils. But, what are terpenes? Terpenes are the fragrant molecules found in every plant, weaving through their resins like invisible […]
What Are The Best Terpenes For Pain Relief?
Did you know that pain prevalence among adults in the US has increased 25% over the last two decades? This has resulted in high healthcare costs, adversely impacting a person’s quality of life. Also, chronic pain has become a significant concern. However, you will be happy to know that cannabis can help manage chronic pain. […]
Vaping and Terpenes: Everything You Should Know
You probably know that over the last twenty years, vaping has quickly become a popular alternative to smoking tobacco. However, how do terpenes or cannabis-derived terpenes for vapes fit into this picture? We have seen the increasing popularity of vaporizers over the past couple of years as an option for cannabis consumption. This includes devices, […]
How to Safely Consume Terpenes in Cannabis Products
You may know that just the smell of specific marijuana strains is enough to make you relax. In contrast, others may make you wrinkle your nose. So, the effects of the aroma can often seem almost as intoxicating and blissful as ingesting the substance. Keep in mind that from light florals to heavier smells, the […]
How Does Sativa Strains Make You Feel?
Even if you haven’t tried it yet, you’ve probably heard about Cannabis sativa and its effects. Some say it makes you happy. Some say it makes you creative. Others report it makes you paranoid or anxious. With all the conflicting information out there, you may be wondering how sativa makes you feel. What’s the truth […]
Do Terpenes Affect Your High?
If you consume terpenes, you may have wondered how they get their unique names. Have you considered why specific cannabis strains are named after something fruity, such as Lemon Meringue or Papaya Cake? On the other hand, some strains receive names like Burnt Toast and Sour Cheese. Interesting right? The answer to this question lies […]
What are Cannabis Terpenes and What Do They Do?
Terpenes are the aromatic compounds that give cannabis its characteristic fragrance. The plant contains more than 150 diverse types of terpenes. As most marijuana connoisseurs know, terpenes also give many strains their distinctive aromas. The gassy smell of Sour Diesel sets it apart from the sweet, cherry perfume of the strain Cherry Pie. However, in […]
Top 10 Health Benefits of Cannabis You Probably Didn’t Know
People have varying opinions about cannabis and CBD products. Many strongly favor cannabis and medical marijuana for their therapeutic properties, and others are still on the fence. While anti-drug activists may believe that a couple of puffs on a joint will adversely affect your health or even scar you for life, this is not true. […]
Eating Edibles vs. Smoking Weed: What’s the Difference?
Did you know that many different factors determine what type of experience you’ll have with cannabis? For example, different strains, CBD to THC ratios, terpene profiles, and consumption methods, such as smoking, can all have a significant effect on your cannabis experience. However, note that out of all the above factors, one that may have […]
What is the Entourage Effect and How Cannabis Terpenes Play a Role
Did you know that the crystalline shimmer, indulgent fragrance, and sticky texture of your favorite cannabis strains are products of terpenes? Besides helping create and amplify various rich aromas and flavors, terpenes have also played an important role in the ever-growing and dynamic field of medical and scientific research. Because of these research efforts, we […]
