Beginners’Guide to Marijuana Strains From medication to meditation… Understanding how varying strains of marijuana affect the body is important when choosing the best product for your needs. Buyers are encouraged to test drive vehicles before they purchase, similarly, we recommend the same for marijuana. Someone new to the market may want to explore before committing to one strain or partaking excessively. Products from industrial cannabis production are available to meet everyone’s needs, so enjoy the journey to discovery.
Differentiating Indicas from Sativas and Hybrids Industrial cannabis production strains are available in Sativa, Indica, or a hybrid although marijuana can be branded with different names. Indica affects the body and therefore can make you “couch-locked”. Sativa primarily affects your head and as a result, it can affect your thinking and perception. Hybrid contains a varying percentage of the two. Indica originated from the Hindu Kush mountains of India and contains a lower THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and higher CBD (cannabidiol). Primarily used to relieve insomnia, pain, stress, and nausea, Indica promotes increased appetite, dopamine levels, and relaxation. Indica and low THC hybrids are ideal for treatment of seizurebased illnesses. Sativa tends to be higher in THC and directly effects the brain. It promotes antianxiety and anti-depressant effects. Also, sativa can decrease chronic pain while increasing focus, creativity and serotonin, a regulator of mood, sleep, anxiety and appetite. Recommended uses of each strain and their effects Indica would be recommended for use at night and therefore help in relaxation, meditation, and sleep. Sativa would be better choice for day use. Hybrids are special breed of cannabis used to address a specific medical need or the preferences of the consumer. CBD oil produced through industrial cannabis production uses the medicinal properties of the plant but contains little to no THC. CBD is an antioxidant, pain reliever and furthermore suppresses anxiety symptoms, without the psychoactive effects. Amos Elberg, the head of data science at Confident Cannabis has a warning for anyone seeking out specific strains. Elberg states, “Essentially people are using these terms as catchalls for effect, but they’re not all consistent with those effects. Some Indica makes some people wired, not couch-locked, for instance.” We recommend that you try different strains in moderation. Understand what affect each strain has on your unique system, above all to achieve the desired results. The percentage of THC and CBD can greatly change the medicinal benefit or level of relief the you experience. We do not recommend not to start out with a high THC product. Use a strain that has 10 to 15% THC, or an equal balance of THC and CBD. Try a small amount each time waiting for the effects to fully unfold. For example, take a small bite of an edible or one drop of oil and wait 20 minutes. Inhale a small amount and wait one hour when you are smoking or vaping. Responsible marijuana use is important. Although a cannabis overdose is rare, it can make some people ill, negating the healing elements of the plant.
Purchasing quality strains When you purchase marijuana, ensure that the product is dense and full of leaf. The Flower should be covered in fine hairs, otherwise known as crystalline sprinkles. Good products are packaged in an air tight, child-proof, container ensuring freshness. Also, ensure your purchase comes with a testing certificate. Quality marijuana should be tested for purity, potency, pesticides and contaminants. Judge cannabis on sight, smell, taste and feel. Explore various strains to learn to determine a quality product. Identifying a good cannabis product can only come from experience, like becoming a food or wine connoisseur. Beginners are encouraged to ask questions. Reputable cannabis sellers are willing to help you find a product that is most suited to your needs. Where you purchase marijuana is just as important as finding the right strain. Buy from a reputable source, to ensure the cannabis remains at a high standard. At International Cannabis we have grown as a result of our reputation for quality. We are leader industrial cannabis production, research and testing of proprietary seeds and strains with holdings like Green Gene Inc.
Green Gene Inc.’s premium strains Green Gene has 17 years of experience with industrial cannabis production, research and testing. They boast 120 laboratory-tested craft strains. The work of Green Gene allows ICC to license premium genetic strains. We can also sell wholesale seed to growers, provide consistent quality products, explore custom breeding and patent high quality strains. ICC will deploy Green Gene’s premium strains and seed bank capabilities to its operations around the world. We have industrial cannabis production operations in Colombia, Denmark, Poland, Greece, Portugal, South Africa and the Kingdom of Lesotho. Conclusion In conclusion, the care taken in the industrial cannabis production of elite strains is evident in the quality of the end-product. Beginners are encouraged to do their own research. Quality cannabis from a reputable source should be the baseline when exploring and purchasing marijuana. Keeping current on the advancements in cannabis strain breeding and industrial cannabis production can keep beginners in the know of where and what to buy. Knowing the affects different strains have on
symptoms like pain, lack of appetite and fatigue can help buyers choose the most effective product. With the world of medicine dedicating more research into the capabilities of cannabis, we may soon see strains specific to the treatment of certain illnesses. These strains could be specific to the treatment of diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and ALS etc. In the meantime, the research is clear. Marijuana does have the ability to soothe many everyday symptoms. That is more than enough reason to revel in the trial and error, while finding the strain that fits the best.