Finding the right Strain For You!

Cannabis is Just Cannabis, Not!

Cannabis is all the rage right now. Everyone is talking about it, and you’re ready to try it. How do you find the right strain for you? First, ask yourself what your intention is and the expected outcome. You may hear that smoking Sativa will keep you creative and uplifted and that Indica makes you sleep. That is not true; it depends on the strain’s terpene profile and THC levels (the psychoactive part). What’s a terpene profile? A terpene profile gives the cannabis plant its unique signature smell and contains beneficial properties that assist the human body through the endocannabinoid system.

Choosing the right strain can make all the difference in your experience. A good rule of thumb is to start low and go slow. If you are looking for the medicinal value of cannabis, there are specific strains identified to assist with various ailments. Look for higher CBD levels and lower THC levels. Higher than 16%, you may lose the terpene benefits.

Harlequin, Cannatonic, and ACDC are all CBD strains with lower than 3% THC. These strains are well known for their therapeutic properties in treating pain and anxiety and providing relaxation.

THC-dominant strains like Blue Dream, Jack Herer, and Northern lights are often used to treat nausea, pain and insomnia.

Sourcing your cannabis is important also. If you are a purist you will want your cannabis to be sun-grown. Pesticides are not welcome in the cannabis world, so look for organic farm-grown. Some of the best cannabis comes from small farms and growers. Now that you are in the know, what will you pick?

What are the benefits of terpenes?

This plant contains many medicinal properties like anticancer, antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, antihyperglycemic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antiparasitic.